On this instalment of The Small Business Show, we are delighted to welcome back Aarti Sahgal, Founder and CEO of Synergies Work. Sahgal’s personal journey, inspired by her son with Down’s syndrome, has compelled her to establish Synergies Work, an organisation dedicated to bridging the gap between individuals with disabilities and the business community, and highlighting their potential as entrepreneurs.
Synergies Work has recently achieved a significant milestone through its partnership with CareSource, making it the first organisation to support their mission. This collaboration has led to the availability of a $100,000 grant to fund entrepreneurs with disabilities.
Here are the key points from our discussion with Aarti Sahgal:
1. Sahgal’s personal journey served as the inspiration for founding Synergies Work, with a focus on showcasing the entrepreneurial potential of people with disabilities and challenging common stereotypes about them.
2. Synergies Work is committed to establishing an ecosystem that aids individuals with disabilities in launching and expanding their businesses, challenging preconceptions about people with disabilities and highlighting their entrepreneurial potential.
3. Sahgal emphasises the dearth of resources and support for disabled entrepreneurs, noting their disproportionate impact from economic and social factors while also creating job opportunities and contributing to the economy.
4. Synergies Work offers a platform for entrepreneurs with disabilities to connect, share resources, and provide mutual support, encompassing both virtual communities and tangible initiatives such as incubators and accelerators.
5. Looking ahead, Synergies Work is resolute in broadening its impact by increasing the number of supported businesses and addressing financial barriers through endeavors like the Synergies Seed Fund. The ultimate objective is to spearhead a movement that champions inclusivity and opportunity for individuals with disabilities in the entrepreneurial sphere.
In the words of Aarti Sahgal, “I believe that people with disabilities are born to be entrepreneurs.”
Aarti Sahgal’s work is genuinely inspiring, and her commitment to empowering disabled entrepreneurs is effecting tangible change in the business landscape. Her efforts are creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities to showcase their entrepreneurial potential and make substantial contributions to the economy.
For further information on Synergies Work and their mission to assist disabled entrepreneurs, please visit their official website. Together, we can collaborate to foster a more inclusive and supportive entrepreneurial community for individuals with disabilities.