We are Xcelerate.

We give Oregon's women business owners the skills and confidence to grow their revenue, strengthen their networks, and get the expert support they need. Together, we’re redefining what success in business looks like: more inclusive, more authentic, and built for women.

We're here to help you grow.

Xcelerate provides gender- and culturally competent coaching, mentorship, and education to help you grow your business with clarity and confidence. Our programs meet you where you are, with experts who understand your lived experience. Your goals drive the process, we're here to help you reach them.

Here's what we can offer you.

Membership

Your pathway in to our programs and community, including our signature Business Advising, Peer Mentorship, and Growth Education programs.

Business Advising

One-on-one sessions with 50+ expert coaches, catalyzing your growth through increased skills and confidence.

Peer Mentorship

A trusted circle of business owners growing together through shared insights, goal setting, and accountability.

Growth Education

Curated events and panel conversations that expand your knowledge and perspective to spark what's next for your business.

Navigation Services

Not sure where to start? We'll help you get clear on priorities, options, and next steps for your business.

Xcelerate equips you with the skills and confidence to support your business and personal growth

‍“Working with Xclerate has been invaluable to me and my businesses. Being in it all by myself and looking at it all the time means that I’m going to miss something. Having another pair of eyes on my business is exactly what I needed to tweak some things. Already, I have more folks coming through my funnel because of the changes I made to my lead magnet. I’m incredibly grateful!”

Jess Dubose, ADHD Coach, Coaching with Jess

“Xcelerate Women has been such a steady source of encouragement, tools, and knowledge throughout my entire entrepreneurial journey. I always know I have a place to return to, no matter how many times I’ve had to pivot or pause. I'm deeply grateful for this community and the way it continues to meet the moment—whatever that moment looks like.”

Marvoni Young, Founder, Kiss the Chef

“Lizzy helped me reorganize my thinking without making me feel less than and has made me work ‘on the business’ rather than ‘in the business’. In addition, she was a cheerleader that focused on actionable, executable steps. She was invaluable and I cannot calculate how much she has helped my business."

Lani Doser, Owner & Clinical Director, SkinwiseRx

“I absolutely rely on this group to keep me focused, remind me how far I've come and for a safe space to learn, grow & question. It seems like doors keep opening for me and I credit Xcelerate for keeping me on the ball, receptive and open to opportunity”.

Melinda Archuleta, Owner, Bar Carlo

“Day is a fantastic facilitator. She meets us where we are, helps us grow, is always encouraging and supportive. She lets us know when there may be resources that would be helpful and helps us take our setbacks in stride. She understands that we have life stuff outside of our work that is also important and sees us/helps us with our whole person in mind, not just as an isolated business owner. My goal was to gain two new client contracts, and I accomplished it!”

Kristen Solberg, Principal & Architect, SAMA Architecture

“The support we’ve received from this program has been nothing short of transformative. It’s given us not just guidance, but a genuine sense of empowerment. The personalized support, particularly the expertise from our coach Kari, has been a game-changer. In just one week with her, we made more progress on our email marketing strategy and automations that we had in almost a year. Now, those automations are close to being fully up and running, a huge leap forward that we couldn’t have made on our own.”

Taiz Gomez, Co-Owner, Alegria Photo Booth

Inside the Xcelerate Community

headshots of the 8 featured business owners

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Our 2025 Impact Report Featured Business Owners

Meet the eight women defining growth and success on their own terms.

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Meet Gaia Giladi

Gaia is the Founder of Kinship Studio

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Meet Tara Sonali Miller

Tara is the Co-Owner of The Bhakti Yoga Movement Center

Let's grow something great together.

If you’re thinking about what’s next for your business, you’re in the right place. Let’s start a conversation and see what support could look like for you.

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