Genesis Bridge: Building Stronger, Smarter Small Businesses

Genesis Bridge is an innovative platform built to connect entrepreneurs with the right resources at every stage of their business journey. According to North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine F. Marshall, a modest increase in the number of businesses achieving self-sufficiency could create tens of thousands of new jobs.

In August 2024, Marshall highlighted that many entrepreneurs struggle with navigating their path due to a lack of guidance. A key takeaway from a recent survey of local entrepreneurs was the overwhelming need for an online directory — one central hub that provides easy access to vital resources, helping business owners thrive from startup to self-sufficiency.

Genesis Bridge is a digital directory designed to connect entrepreneurs with the right resources, networks, and support throughout their business journey. At Genesis Block, we define the “neighborhood economy” as a vibrant ecosystem of small businesses, entrepreneurs, workers, and community-driven commerce that drives local economic growth. Genesis Bridge empowers local entrepreneurs and business owners by offering essential guidance to help them navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and successfully commercialize their ventures.

How does Genesis Bridge help entrepreneurs build stronger ventures?

Think of Genesis Bridge as a smart platform for entrepreneurs to thrive. Genesis Bridge is a dynamic platform designed to connect entrepreneurs with the right resources at the right time based on their business development stage. Whether you’re at the ideation stage, launching, growing or scaling our platform intelligently connects you with funding, mentorships, training and network to succeed.

Here’s a preview of the Genesis Bridge schematic and our vision for its future development as we gear up for the launch and the first round of pilot projects.

How does Genesis Bridge work and what are some of the key features?

Genesis Bridge is built on four core pillars designed to empower entrepreneurs and strengthen the neighborhood economy. By creating a seamless, stage-based roadmap, the platform intelligently connects entrepreneurs with the right resources at the right time—transforming fragmented support systems into a dynamic, innovation-driven ecosystem.

Personalized Entrepreneur Roadmap

Entrepreneurs start by completing a brief survey to share key business details, then build their digital profile on Genesis Bridge to access tailored resources, networking opportunities, and growth support.

Smart Matching

We’re taking entrepreneur support to the next level with AI-powered recommendations on our new platform! From funding opportunities and incubator programs to networking events and government contracts, our smart matching system connects users with the right resources at the right time—making it easier than ever to grow and scale a business. Stay tuned for more updates as we develop smart matching on Genesis Bridge.

Network of Resources

Entrepreneurs gain access to a local network of advisors, incubators, procurement opportunities, investors and community collaborators.

Progress Tracking

Genesis Bridge makes it easier for entrepreneurs to track their progress and unlock new opportunities as their business grows. From funding and networking to expert support, the platform connects users to the right resources at the right time—helping them take their venture to the next level.

Who benefits from the features on the Genesis Bridge platform?

Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Gain the essential support needed to build a strong foundation for your entrepreneurial journey. From resources to mentorship, set your venture up for long-term success.

Local Startups & Small Businesses

Unlock funding opportunities, connect with key networks, discover events, and seamlessly integrate into your local business ecosystem—all in one platform.

Minority Owned & Undeserved Entrepreneurs

Gain access to entrepreneur programs and procurement opportunities to drive business growth and success.

Entrepreneur and Small Business Service Providers

By joining the platform, service providers gain direct access to a network of entrepreneurs actively seeking resources and support tailored to their specific needs.

How does Genesis Bridge support the development of local small business ecosystems?

Genesis Bridge serves as an online directory to connect local entrepreneurs and small businesses to core resources based on their stage of development. The platform is designed to support economic development initiatives, ensuring entrepreneurs can navigate and scale within the local business ecosystem. Genesis Bridge is a smart marketplace that aims to empower local entrepreneurship.

How does Genesis Bridge support government agencies and economic development initiatives?

Strategic Resource Matching

Genesis Bridge is designed to assess entrepreneurs needs with a short entrepreneur survey and intelligently connect them with technical resources, training and a local business network to excel.

Capacity Building for Small & Minority Owned Businesses

Genesis Bridge promotes supplier diversity and workforce development by providing businesses with digital profiles that grant access to essential tools for qualifying for government contracts, disaster recovery opportunities, and procurement programs. This platform empowers businesses to connect with key resources and grow their capacity to compete for vital opportunities.

Data Driven Economic Development

Our platform will leverage real-time analytics to track and measure entrepreneur engagement, offering valuable insights into how users interact with the resources and tools available. By continuously monitoring engagement patterns, we can identify specific gaps in the resources entrepreneurs need to thrive at different stages of their journey.

Public-Private Collaboration

Genesis Bridge serves as a centralized hub that seamlessly connects government agencies, incubators, corporate partners, and service providers to the entrepreneurial ecosystem. By bringing together these key stakeholders in one platform, Genesis Bridge makes it easier for entrepreneurs to access a wide range of resources, from funding opportunities and mentorship to specialized services and networking. Government entities can engage with small businesses seeking to qualify for contracts or procurement programs, while incubators and corporate partners can offer tailored support to help startups scale and grow. Service providers can leverage the platform to directly connect with entrepreneurs in need of their expertise, whether it’s legal, financial, or marketing support.

Compliance & Certification Readiness

Genesis Bridge is an essential tool for small businesses looking to become contract-ready and navigate the complexities of certifications, licensing, and regulatory compliance. Whether you’re a startup or an established business aiming to expand, Genesis Bridge offers the resources and guidance needed to ensure your business is properly positioned for government contracts and other growth opportunities.

Why should government agencies partner with Genesis Bridge?

Strengthen Local & Minority Owned Businesses

Foster inclusive entrepreneurship and drive economic mobility by empowering diverse entrepreneurs with the resources, opportunities, and support they need to succeed and thrive in the marketplace.

Improve Access to Government Programs

Genesis Bridge offers direct messaging capabilities for all users, allowing seamless communication across the platform. Government agencies can leverage this feature to efficiently share program updates, important announcements, and targeted messaging directly with entrepreneurs and business owners. This streamlined approach ensures that key information about available resources, grants, and compliance requirements reaches the right audience, fostering greater engagement and program participation.

Enhance public-private partnerships

Foster collaboration between businesses, government, corporations and entrepreneur support organizations.

Drive Economic Impact and Measurable Outcomes

With Genesis Bridge, you can easily track the success of your funding initiatives by monitoring the progress of entrepreneurs and businesses. The platform provides real-time analytics and insights, helping you measure the impact of your investments and identify areas for growth. By connecting directly with business owners and tracking their milestones, you can ensure that funding is driving meaningful results and contributing to long-term success.

Where can I sign up?

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