Get the strategy, insights, tools, and connections to scale your business. Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC) is a national business accelerator designed for growth-stage entrepreneurs ready to strengthen their companies and scale to the next level. ICCC combines executive education, peer learning, coaching, and capital readiness support to help business owners build stronger operations, make smarter decisions, and unlock new opportunities. Participation is fully funded for qualifying businesses, thanks to the generosity of ICIC’s national network of funding partners.
ICCC Greater Boston 2026
Apply Now for the 2026 Cohort
In-Person Opening Seminar: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
A mix of virtual live sessions and self-paced digital learning follows the half-day Opening Seminar. The date for the Capstone Event will be announced during the cohort.
Space is limited. Apply early. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all seats are filled.
Who Should Apply
- Small businesses located in under-resourced communities
- In operation for at least 3 years
- Generating $150K+ in annual revenue
- Ready to scale, access capital, and explore innovation tools like AI
Have questions about the 2026 Greater Boston Cohort?
Join us at a Virtual Information Session:
- Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. ET
- Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET
Whether you’re a prospective applicant or part of an organization interested in promoting the program to your network, in this information session, you’ll learn how you can get involved in the Greater Boston Cohort. You’ll hear directly from the ICCC Program Director, Diego Portillo Mazal, and have the opportunity to get your questions answered in an open Q&A.
Join Us Tuesday, June 2 Attend the Thursday, June 4, Session
Know of a business that could benefit from participating in ICCC? Invite them to this information session now!
Need answers now? Reach out directly to Indi Taveras, Lead Communications and Program Coordinator, at itaveras@icic.org or (617) 238-3030, or Yvonya White at ywhite@icic.org.
Built for Businesses Ready to Grow
A flexible five-month experience designed for established businesses ready to strengthen operations, build financial discipline, focus on key growth priorities, and prepare to access capital.
- Core Business Curriculum: Strengthen strategy, financial discipline, marketing, and leadership to
support growth and scaling. - Elective Pathways: Focus on the areas that matter most to your business, including procurement, operations, or digital tools and AI for growth.
- Capital Access Hub: Assess readiness, strengthen financial positioning, and prepare to access capital through funding pathways and provider connections.
- Flexible Learning Experience: Combine live sessions, self-paced content, and peer learning in a format
designed for busy business owners. - Entrepreneur Network: Join a national network of 7,000+ alumni entrepreneurs with ongoing access to tools, relationships, and opportunities.
What You’ll Gain Through ICCC
- Capital Access Coaching: One-on-one sessions with lenders, investors, and capital experts
- Tailored Learning Journey: Self-paced digital content plus expert-led live sessions
- Focused & Impact-Driven Content: Designed for businesses in under-resourced communities
- Research-Based: Backed by ICIC’s 30 years of nationwide impact and small business data
Program Structure
ICCC is a five-month hybrid accelerator designed to
help business owners work on their business while they
run their businesses. The comprehensive curriculum is
delivered through:
Our Impact in Boston
ICCC is a trusted resource for growth, job creation, and access to capital.
“When I first participated in ICCC, I didn’t even know what ‘access to capital’ really meant. Now, it’s a critical part of my business strategy. ICCC gave me the inspiration and connections to get funding, which has been instrumental in helping me grow my company.”
SERGIO ESPINOZA
Founder, Manka FoodService Consulting & Design
ICCC Boston Alumnus