A Capital Conversation for Women-Owned Businesses
Let’s talk about money — the hard, awkward, and necessary part of running a business. Accessing capital shouldn’t be harder because you’re a woman, but it is.
This (Uncomfortable) Community Capital Conversation will bring together founders, lenders, and local groups working to make an impact. We'll talk about what’s working, what’s broken, and what needs to change.
Date & Time:
November 19, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location:
Rebel Nell, 96 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
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Event Schedule
5:00 – 5:30 p.m. | Networking
Meet fellow business owners, explore Rebel Nell's collections, and enjoy some snacks and refreshments.
Meet fellow business owners, explore Rebel Nell's collections, and enjoy some snacks and refreshments.
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Real Stories + Expert Panel
We’ll start with short, honest stories from women entrepreneurs about their experiences with funding — the wins, the roadblocks, and everything in between. Then, we’ll shift to a panel discussion featuring voices from the banking, lending, and economic development worlds who will weigh in on what women-owned businesses need most when it comes to capital.
We’ll start with short, honest stories from women entrepreneurs about their experiences with funding — the wins, the roadblocks, and everything in between. Then, we’ll shift to a panel discussion featuring voices from the banking, lending, and economic development worlds who will weigh in on what women-owned businesses need most when it comes to capital.
6:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Networking
Stick around. The best ideas (and opportunities) happen after the formal stuff wraps up.
Stick around. The best ideas (and opportunities) happen after the formal stuff wraps up.
About Rebel Nell
Rebel Nell is a women-owned, social enterprise with four retail locations on a mission to provide employment, equitable opportunity, and wraparound support for women with barriers to employment.
Through jewelry and murals made from repurposed materials—including graffiti, stadium seats, historic venue artifacts, and iconic landmarks—every piece preserves moments and creates meaningful connections.