Lenovo Launches Year 4 of Evolve Small, Leveraging AI to Drive Small Business Growth
Announcing the Launch of Year 4 of Evolve Small
Lenovo is pleased to announce the launch of Year 4 of its Evolve Small initiative, leveraging AI to support small businesses with financial aid, technology, and mentorship. Since its initial launch in 2021, Evolve Small has driven significant impact for small businesses, directly benefiting thousands of entrepreneurs across North America by providing millions of dollars in resources.
Evolve Small: Empowering Small Businesses to Thrive
This year, Lenovo Evolve Small is proud to introduce the AI Grant, designed to demystify AI for small businesses and help them integrate AI into their everyday operations. The AI Grant includes a comprehensive Lenovo technology package, AI training, and access to mentorship and community support through non-profit Goodie Nation. By investing in AI, Lenovo aims to empower small businesses to compete effectively with larger companies, ensuring they remain the beating heart of our local communities.
Key Highlights of Evolve Small Year 4
- AI Grant: A comprehensive Lenovo technology package, AI training, and access to mentorship and community support
- Financial assistance, advanced technology, and mentorship
- Partnerships with Intel, Microsoft, and Goodie Nation
- Applications now open at Lenovo.com/EvolveSmall
What Sets Evolve Small Apart
"What sets Evolve Small apart is that it goes beyond funding and is focused on building lasting ecosystems of support," said Joey Womack, CEO and Founder of Goodie Nation. "We’ve seen businesses transform through this program, and we’re thrilled to be partnering with Lenovo to continue to support businesses that make a positive impact on their communities every day."
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services.
Conclusion
Lenovo’s commitment to empowering small businesses through Evolve Small is a testament to its dedication to building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. With the launch of Year 4, Lenovo is poised to continue making a significant impact on the small business landscape, providing the necessary tools and resources to help entrepreneurs thrive.
FAQs
Q: Who is eligible to apply for Evolve Small?
A: Legal residents of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec), who are at least 18+/age of majority, entering on behalf of a small business located in the greater metropolitan areas of Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Los Angeles, California; Miami, Florida; San Diego, California; Houston, Texas; and Washington D.C. in the US; and the greater metropolitan areas of Toronto, Ontario, and Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada.
Q: What is the deadline to apply?
A: Applications are now open and will close on February 17, 2025, at 8:59 pm ET.
Q: How can I learn more and apply?
A: Visit Lenovo.com/EvolveSmall to learn more and apply today!
