Small business is the connective tissue of our global economy, serving as the arterial vein through which goods, services and livelihoods flow. By empowering small businesses with digital payment solutions, data insights and the tools to more efficiently and securely run their enterprises, Mastercard is committed to helping entrepreneurs around the world grow and thrive.
Women entrepreneurs face unique barriers to success, from challenges in obtaining funding to inadequate access to basic financial services and tools, but a world that works better for women creates limitless possibilities for us all. That’s why Mastercard is committed to building an inclusive digital economy where everyone prospers and providing these women-owned small businesses with solutions that can help them grow and thrive. By harnessing technology, philanthropy and its network of partners, we’ve reached 25 million women entrepreneurs, with more work and support to continue.
Hear from four of our partners to learn how we are empowering small and medium enterprises to build, grow and protect their business. Discover what's possible when you partner with Mastercard.
Tori Vasquez
Owner, Main Street Exchange
The 25-year-old owner of Main Street Exchange, a consignment shop in Saranac Lake, N.Y., is focused on more sustainable fashion, from reselling pre-loved clothes to hosting upcycling clinics for used clothes and accessories, keeping them out of landfills. She's looking to digital payments and e-commerce to grow her business and deepen its impact.
Diana Spain
Founder, Kicks Mix Books
Busayo Olupona
Founder, Busayo NYC
Andrea Salgado
Founder, Sailor Coffee
Amy Yeung
Founder, Orenda Tribe
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