Early-Stage Entrepreneur Technical Assistance
Proxie partners with cities, municipalities, and entrepreneurship support organizations to deliver expert business navigation, program development, and technical assistance — at scale.
Who We Are
Proxie is an early-stage entrepreneur technical assistance and business navigation firm. For 6 years, we've embedded with municipalities, economic development corporations, and entrepreneurship support organizations to deliver real results for the small businesses and founders they serve.
We don't just consult — we execute. From designing whole programs to delivering 1-on-1 coaching, we bring the expertise your organization needs without the overhead of building it in-house.
6 Years · 3,000+ Businesses · 20+ ESO PartnersWe work within your existing programs and infrastructure, amplifying what's working and filling critical gaps.
Our team reflects the communities we serve — with deep experience supporting underestimated entrepreneurs.
We track what matters: businesses launched, jobs created, capital raised, and programs sustained.
From short-term embedded coaching to multi-year program partnerships — we structure to fit your needs.
Our Services
We offer three core service lines, each designed to integrate seamlessly into existing ecosystems and amplify your impact on the entrepreneurs you serve.
Expert, on-demand coaching for early-stage entrepreneurs. We serve as the knowledgeable guide that helps founders make smart decisions across operations, finance, marketing, and technology — right when they need it.
Coaching & AdvisoryWe design and build programs from the ground up to support micro-entrepreneurs with capacity building. From curriculum design to cohort management, we create the infrastructure your community needs to scale entrepreneur support.
Design & ImplementationSpecialized, expert services for small businesses tackling real operational challenges. From financial modeling to digital infrastructure to compliance — we deliver the hands-on support that moves businesses forward.
Hands-On SupportOur Impact
We measure our success in the outcomes that matter to your funders, your stakeholders, and the entrepreneurs you serve.
Partner With Us
Whether you're a city looking to support local entrepreneurs, an ESO expanding your programs, or an economic development corporation seeking a delivery partner — we'd love to talk.
"Beyond classroom instruction, Proxie's team excels at hands-on technical assistance. They communicate clearly, maintain accurate data, and deliver timely monthly summaries that make contract management straightforward. Proxie's project leadership is proactive; they flag risks early, adapt to participant needs, and close the loop with concrete next steps."
— Cheranissa Roach, Economic Opportunity Manager, Washtenaw County OCED