Find events, updates from our team, and success stories from fellow owners and community members below.
See how women in the Xcelerate community are building businesses that reflect who they are — and changing what success looks like.
This Give!Guide season, help Xcelerate fuel women business owners to grow, thrive, and create economic power now.
Meet our first Community Action Committee — a powerhouse group of business owners bringing their vision, experience, & leadership to help shape the future of our community.
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Join the community behind Portland’s most delicious week and help power the women shaping food & bev.
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Launching Fall 2025: a curated peer group for growth-stage business owners who are ready to raise capital, scale their teams, and build businesses that go beyond themselves.
Calling all Xcelerate Women community members: Apply now to shape programs and amplify community voices.
An unforgettable night of real talk, resources, and radical support—nearly 100 women gathered to demystify capital and grow their businesses with confidence.
Demystifying the capital landscape for women entrepreneurs—key terms and trusted resources to help you fund your business.
We asked four business owners how they navigate the realities of motherhood and entrepreneurship—here’s what they shared.
As Xcelerate’s P/T Administrative Coordinator, Michelle keeps things running smoothly, supporting women entrepreneurs and creating space for diverse voices in business.
Relive Xcelerate's Celebration of Impact with our incredible community.
Explore our 2024 program outcomes and meet this year’s Featured Business Owners
Alexa & Miriam are the owners of La Casa de Mamá
Alexa is the owner of Stemly Tutoring
Angel is the owner of Beira Consulting
Janelle is the owner of Luna Wellness
Janique is the owner of Bacharach Construction
Jessica is the owner of Maté Party
Kyikyi is the owner of Himalayan Dumplings by Kyikyi
Laura is the owner of Revive Athletics
Melinda is the owner of Bar Carlo
Stephanie is the owner of Rubi Heating & Cooling
We Did It Together! Thanks to our community, we exceeded expectations in our first Give!Guide campaign.
From cozy finds to delightful treasures, explore their personal picks and discover something special while supporting our transformative community!
Sign up today! Applications close December 6 at 5pm.
Latina/e-Owned Businesses to support during Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond.
Take a financial deep dive with Rosemary Brensen as she predicts business struggles from financial statements
Since joining the Xcelerate Women team in 2022, Day has played a pivotal role as the Peer Mentorship Facilitator.
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Learn three strategies to reach six figures from coach Ashley
A recap of the takeaways from our panel at Bar Carlo
LGBTQ+-owned businesses to support during Pride Month and beyond.
Support these Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Xcelerate Owners
Happy Hour with Xcelerate Women and Freeland Spirits Event Recap
Support Black-Owned businesses for Black History Month and beyond.
Eleni is the Founder of Eleni’s Kitchen.
Lozelle is the founder of Healthy Bodies of Finance.
Marvoni is the owner of Kiss the Chef.
Sydney is the founder & CEO of Tonsil Tech
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Morgan is the owner of Joule Adventures
Katelyn is the Founder & Recipe Creator of Kate’s Ice Cream
Jimin Kim is the Owner of Haruharu Studio
Holly Ong is the Co-Founder of Sibeiho
Elena is the Co-Founder of Source One Serenity & HealTerra
Dahlia is the Owner of Speed-o Cappuccino
Christine is the Owner of Majik Edibles
Casey & Roseanna are the Founders of Muscles + Heart Fitness Lab
Meet Aria the Founder & Owner of MakeWith Collaborative and MakeWith Hardware & Learning Center
Araceli is the Owner of La Popular Maka Tlan
In January 2024, Xcelerate welcomed Jennifer Bolanos to our team as an Administrative Assistant. Get to know more about Jennifer!
Still looking for the perfect holiday gift for your friends, family, pets, and more? Check out these amazing offerings from Xcelerate business owners.
Lamaya Jarrell is the owner of Many Stages Jewelry.
In November 2022, Xcelerate welcomed Matea Ivanovic to our team as Programs Coordinator. Get to know more about Matea!
Connect with our new Executive Director, Abby Guyer.
We are excited to introduce Dr. Elizabeth Martin from Holistic Community Therapy, our Mental Wellness Support program partner.
In Spring 2023 we collaborated with Community Co-Pack for the A Roadmap to Co-Packing Series.
A panel discussion about marketing your business through storytelling
Pamela is an Indigenous Karuk and Founder of Frances May, a modern boutique that centers Indigenous and Black/Brown people as customers, designers and cultures.
Abby Guyer and Jenna Winkler join KOIN to share what’s ahead for Roux Week.
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What makes Capital Literacy for Women Entrepreneurs different? Abby Guyer broke it down on KOIN News AM Extra.
Xcelerate Women is proud to be named a Portland Business Journal 2025 Nonprofit Partner!
Xcelerate's Executive Director, Abby Guyer, and Eleni's Kitchen Founder, Eleni Woldeyes on KATU for Roux Portland
Culture, Strategy, and Food, a live guest panel from Roux.
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