Nicole Oesch has plenty of experience in the craft beer industry and it’s been her dream to open her own craft brewery. She’s passionate about the industry because of the community she finds there. Nicole also sees a lot of opportunities for growth when it comes to being a more inclusive industry for women andRead more
There are seven steps to take when evaluating software to determine if it meets the needs of your business. The best practice is to consider your employees’ needs, your customers’ needs, and your needs as the business owner to manage the business. Choosing software for your business provides an excellent opportunity for employee and customerRead more
Brothers Luis Gómez and Steve Sandoval Hernández come from a family of entrepreneurs. With the help of the Build Fund, they opened Patrium, a construction management company serving the Central Indiana area. Listen to the brothers tell their story and how the Build Fund helped make their dream a reality.Read more
In today’s highly digital world, there’s no doubt that building an engaging website can work wonders for your small business. Your website serves as a central hub for new customers through avenues like organic search traffic, advertising, and content marketing. To stay competitive in a constantly evolving market, it’s crucial to maintain an updated, appealingRead more
As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) devoted to supporting economic development in Indianapolis, the Build Fund connects businesses to flexible, affordable, and responsible funding. These businesses, in turn, commit to creating jobs. On average, Build Fund’s borrowers have created 14 jobs each, or one job for every $31,000 borrowed. Build Fund not only helpsRead more
Build Fund borrower Ash & Elm Cider Company is growing and expanding once again. The owners of the company, Andrea and Aaron, are passionate about connecting with local orchards and farmers to keep the freshest ingredients in their cider and to support local small businesses. Their passion also translates to their customer base, which isRead more
The area where you live often has a big impact on a lot of different things in your life. Think about the area where you live. Do you have a grocery store nearby? How about easy access to public health facilities? Unfortunately, the answer is “no” to those questions for many of our Indianapolis neighbors.Read more
2020 was certainly a year of disruption, but many of our borrowers adapted well and made strides over the year. Check out what went on in the world of Build Fund borrowers and their tenants in 2020. Ash & Elm Cider Co. In 2015, Aaron and Andréa Homoya reached out to Build Fund for anRead more
Latino-owned and -operated, Patrium used loan funds from the Build Fund to acquire a building for their headquarters on the far northeast side of Indianapolis and are on track to create seven new jobs. Patrium specializes in design-build, general contracting, and construction management in the Central Indiana area. They offer a wide variety of multi-family,Read more
Building and operating a small business is more of a marathon than a sprint. Quick wins are great, but you’ll want to think about setting your business up for lasting success. Read our guide to learn some strategies for to help you maintain your small business for the long-term. Download NowRead more
