Capital Access: Founders First Capital Partners

This series features presentations by capital providers and information about how to access different forms of capital. The speaker for this event is Song Chae, senior regional development manager, Founders First Capital Partners. Song Chae is a seasoned expert in alternative funding strategies, with extensive experience supporting service-based small businesses in securing growth capital. As the senior regional development manager at Founders First Capital Partners, Song works closely with underfunded entrepreneurs to provide accessible, non-dilutive financing solutions that empower businesses to scale. With a deep understanding of revenue-based funding and a strong commitment to bridging capital gaps, Song has helped numerous founders navigate the complexities of fundraising and achieve sustainable success.Founders First Capital Partners is a mission-driven, impact lender dedicated to providing revenue-based funding, term loans, hybrid loans, and advisory services to service-based small businesses. FFCP focuses on supporting underrepresented founders, including women, people of color, veterans, and LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, helping them scale their businesses while retaining equity and control. Since its founding, FFCP has been at the forefront of innovative funding solutions, empowering hundreds of small businesses to grow and thrive. Hear from Song as she shares her expertise in revenue-based financing and highlights how Founders First Capital Partners is making a difference in underserved communities. Each investor or lender in this series will speak on: - The types of businesses they fund and the funding they make available. - What makes a successful ask for capital. - Examples of success stories. - How to apply or pitch for funds. Questions? Contact Isra Omar at isra.omar@chicagobooth.edu.