Our Story

Empowering SMEs to Build with Ease

At Emporia Edge, we believe that every small and medium enterprise deserves access to world-class mentorship, strategic funding, and innovative technology solutions. Our mission is to democratize business success and help entrepreneurs worldwide transform their visions into thriving realities.

500+

SMEs Supported

92%

Success Rate

25+

Industries Served

8+

Years of Experience

Emporia Edge team collaboration
Our Mission

Democratizing Business Success

We exist to bridge the gap between ambitious entrepreneurs and sustainable business success. Through our comprehensive platform, we provide SMEs with access to expert mentorship, strategic funding opportunities, and cutting-edge AI tools that were previously available only to large corporations.

Comprehensive business mentorship programs
Strategic funding network and connections
AI-powered business optimization tools
Hands-on training and capacity building
Business mentorship session
Our Values

What Drives Us Forward

Our values shape every interaction, decision, and solution we create for our SME partners worldwide.

Purpose-Driven

We believe every small business has the potential to create meaningful impact in their community and beyond.

Collaborative

Success is achieved through partnerships, mentorship, and building strong relationships with entrepreneurs.

Innovation-First

We leverage cutting-edge AI and technology to solve complex business challenges and drive growth.

Trustworthy

We maintain the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and confidentiality in all our relationships.

Our Journey

Building the Future of SME Success

From humble beginnings to a comprehensive platform serving hundreds of businesses worldwide.

2016

Foundation

Emporia Edge was founded with a vision to democratize business success for SMEs.

2018

Mentorship Program Launch

Launched our comprehensive one-on-one mentorship program with industry experts.

2020

AI Integration

Introduced AI-powered business tools and analytics to enhance decision-making.

2022

Funding Network

Established partnerships with investors and launched our funding connection platform.

2024

Platform Evolution

Launched comprehensive SaaS platform integrating all our services and tools.

Leadership Team

Meet the Visionaries Behind Emporia Edge

Our leadership team combines decades of experience in business strategy, technology, and SME development worldwide.

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

CEO & Founder

15+ years in business strategy and SME development. Former McKinsey consultant with expertise in scaling startups.

Michael Chen

Michael Chen

CTO & Co-Founder

Technology leader with 20+ years in AI and machine learning. Previously led engineering teams at major tech companies.