Giving all people the opportunity to rise.
We connect suppliers and buyers to build sustainable futures rooted in dignity.
“Growing global economic instability and inequality requires creatively re-thinking aid and development solutions and new approaches to funding. A quality job and steady income is the difference between a life of economic vulnerability and the conditions a family needs to thrive. By breaking down barriers between buyers and suppliers, Building Market’s unique approach is timely to address the needs of the future.”
- Radha Rajkotia, Building Markets’ CEO
The Problem
Around the world today 3.4 billion people around are economically vulnerable and half are just one crisis away from falling into poverty. A quality job and steady income is the bridge that allows a family to move from surviving - to thriving.
Our Solution
Small business entrepreneurship offers dignity and a pathway to economic resilience for small business owners and their employees. We power small business growth in economically vulnerable communities by breaking down barriers between buyers and suppliers, creating quality jobs where they are needed the most. By building bridge to new markets, we help build economic resilience that will impact lives for generations.
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How We Do It
Find
We develop market information on small businesses through in-depth surveys and trusted relationships with municipal government partners.
Build
We enhance the commercial and digital capacity of small businesses through training and advisory services, helping them compete in a global marketplace.
Connect
We improve market efficiency for small businesses through tender distribution services, matchmaking services, and access to working capital.
Advance
We engage regional and national stakeholders to advocate for the integration of small businesses in the economy.
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