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🍌$1M+ in Grants, Go Bananas This Summer
TL:Build a banana empire, network like a pro & it's time to take that vacation, you earned it.
Laura Texidor
June 08, 2025
Hi friend,
This week, a friend told me, “I hate networking.”
I get it.
The awkward small talk. The name tags. The weirdly transactional vibes.
But being honest some of the best things in my business didn’t come from a strategy deck. They came from a message I almost didn’t send. A stranger I was open to meet . A quick chat that turned into a game changing opportunity.
Luck isn't magic. It requires you to be in the room.
So if you’ve been thinking about reaching out, going to that event, or staying just a little longer… this is your nudge.
Show up, ask the question and don’t forget to follow up .
You never know what might start with a simple “Hi!”
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🏦 Finance Fix
🧘♀️ PTO (When You Pay for It)
Summer’s almost here and you might be wondering if your business can actually afford a break.
Here’s how to prep for PTO like a pro:
✅ Price with rest in mind. Want 4 weeks off a year? Price your offers to hit your annual income in 11 months, not 12. Just like you’d plan for taxes or insurance.
✅Create an “Out of Office” fund. Set aside a % of monthly revenue
✅ Look ahead. Flag slower seasons and plan your rest around them.
✅ Automate what you can. Invoicing, reminders, and even passive offers let your systems keep working while you rest.
You’re not just running a business. You’re building a life. Price it accordingly.
🎯 Grants for Solopreneurs & Small Businesses
💎 $100K+ for Women Entrepreneurs
The Cartier Women’s Initiative supports women-led impact businesses with funding, coaching & visibility.
📅 Apply here by June 24
🚀 $100K for Global Startups
TechCrunch Disrupt’s Startup Battlefield is open to startups from any country and any industry. $100K prize + major exposure.
📅 Apply by here June 9, 2025
🌱 $5K + Mentorship for New Entrepreneurs
Embark is a 3-month virtual incubator for early-stage entrepreneurs building lifestyle, outdoor, or wellness products.
📅 Apply here ASAP
🚐 $50K for a Commercial Vehicle
Get $50K toward a business vehicle plus 12 weeks of growth coaching. For U.S. small businesses with <10 employees and <$5M in revenue.
📅 Apply here by June 20
🩺 $220K from Techstars Healthcare
In partnership with Permanente Medicine, this accelerator backs startups transforming how healthcare is delivered and experienced.
📅 Apply here by June 11, 2025
🏙️ $220K from Techstars Boston
Boston’s ecosystem is perfect for healthtech, climate, and future of work startups. If you’re early stage and ready to scale .
📅 Apply here by June 11, 2025
🚀 $220K from Techstars New York City
Techstars NYC is investing in startups reimagining how people live, work, and thrive from fintech to AI to climate.
📅 Apply here by June 11, 2025
A Banana Empire. 🍌
What started as a dorm room side hustle is now a national brand.
GoNanas founded by Annie Slabotsky and Morgan Lerner took banana bread and turned it into a cult favorite now sold in Whole Foods and featured in Forbes.
So how’d they go from comfort food to category queens?
🍌 They found a niche: They made banana bread gluten-free, vegan, allergen-friendly, and delicious. This differentiation appealed to a growing underserved segment by traditional baked goods.
📦 They scaled smart: Instead of baking everything themselves, they used co-packers to grow fast without the overhead. That freed them up to focus on community, product, and sales.
💛 They built a fanbase: Before Whole Foods came TikTok. GoNanas went viral sharing their founder story, fueling a DTC wave and turning buyers into superfans.
If you are launching a product or service business, you need an accounting tools to match you, try Investrio.
Do you have questions? Just ask Vestie, your financial bestie! 🌟
In Abundance,
Joyce and Laura
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