MOXIE MANDARIN

 

In January 2023, Rachel Chen sought assistance from Pace SBDC advisor Sandra Cely to secure financing for her small business Moxie Mandarin, a language education company dedicated to teaching children Mandarin through engaging activities in an interactive and immersive environment. Sandra reviewed financing options and related requirements and connected Rachel with Jose Made and Jessica Mojica from Ascendus.

 

With guidance from Sandra and assistance from Ascendus, Rachel successfully obtained $27,500 from the NYC Small Business Opportunity Fund, which played a crucial role in funding her business. Additionally, recognizing the need for effective marketing, Pace SBDC Business Advisor Susan Gluck provided valuable insights to develop a robust marketing strategy for Moxie Mandarin’s launch.

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"Thanks to the resourceful and dedicated team at Pace University SBDC, I was able to secure the funding I needed to grow Moxie Mandarin. As a first-generation immigrant entrepreneur, having access to this kind of support made all the difference. Sandra Cely help me out to apply to a loan that allowed us to expand our language programs with purpose and serve more families in our community with confidence."

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The Pace University Small Business Development Center is a team of business counselors helping New York City’s entrepreneurs build, sustain, and grow successful small businesses. To make an appointment with a certified business advisor, contact us via our website or email sbdc@pace.edu.