Who We Are
Our mission is to increase access to capital for women business owners and drive gender equity in business financing.
We envision a world where every woman business owner has access to the capital and support network she needs to launch new products, reach new customers, and generate wealth for her family and her community.
CORE VALUES
Transparency
Openness and accountability around our processes are in our DNA.
Self-Determination
We believe in the power of the group and are reshaping the funder-company dynamic to give more power to business owners.
Equity
66% of women entrepreneurs report not being able to attain the funding they need to succeed. We refuse to settle for the status quo.
Collectivism
Our community is grounded in collective thriving and reciprocity. We believe “collaboration is the new competition.”
LOOKING FOR A FINANCIAL PARTNER TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS?
Christine
Founder & CEO
"Women business owners contribute significant value to the economy – over $1.5 trillion in the USA alone, according to American Express – yet we are underfunded. We estimate the financing gap for women-owned businesses in the USA to be at least $35 billion.”
I am committed to closing this gap and founded Chama Capital to be a part of the solution. Our vision is to help millions of women business owners launch new products, reach new customers, and create generational wealth.
We are here to be a trusted partner on your journey. Our 3C Formula provides you with the Capital, Community, and Coaching you need to exceed your growth goals.
Linda
Advisor
"Christine and I were confounded by the data on women starting businesses at a faster rate than men, yet receiving disproportionately less funding to grow and scale their enterprises.
During grad school, we embarked on a research project to better understand the pain points faced by women business owners.
I believe Chama Capital's solution will help women-owned businesses create new opportunities, expand, and continue to provide financial stability for millions of Americans."
Our Story
Friends from the Toigo Foundation MBA Fellows Program, Christine and Linda conducted a research project during their final quarter as MBA students on the pain points facing women entrepreneurs, especially women of color. The number one pain point: access to capital!
Having both been small business owners and advised numerous women business owners, they combined their first-hand experience and research to develop a solution, and Chama Capital was born.
Our name is a tribute to women's community savings and investment groups in Kenya. Chama means "group" or "body" in Swahili.