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Xcelerate Women

Last updated Jun 2026

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Xcelerate is an Oregon nonprofit (since 2017) that helps women and gender-expansive business owners grow revenue and build economic power through one-on-one business advising, peer mentorship, and growth education with dozens of expert coaches. It has served thousands of entrepreneurs statewide and maintains culturally specific business directories highlighting Black, Latina/e, AANHPI, and LGBTQ+ owned businesses. Get started through the programs page on their website.

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