Lenovo's Backing Every Business: Empowering Small Businesses with Grants, Mentorship, and AI Technology
Lenovo has launched a new global initiative called Backing Every Business to provide support to small businesses. The program offers grant funding, AI-enabled technology, and one-to-one mentorship, including from actress and entrepreneur Eva Longoria. Small and medium-sized businesses play a significant role in the global economy, yet many struggle to access the resources needed to thrive. Backing Every Business aims to address this gap by offering financial support, peer connection, and cutting-edge technology to help founders grow and scale their businesses.
At the core of the initiative is a mentorship program called Twinning, which pairs small business owners for collaboration and support. Eva Longoria, as a global ambassador, will serve as a mentor to selected founders, sharing her expertise and experience in scaling businesses. The program combines peer-to-peer mentorship with AI enablement to help entrepreneurs save time, improve marketing strategies, understand customers, and make informed decisions.
Small businesses can apply to be supported by Lenovo and receive a $10,000 grant, AI-enabled technology, mentorship from Eva Longoria, and a business twin who understands the challenges of building a business. The program aims to provide practical tools and support to entrepreneurs looking to scale and succeed in the digital economy. Lenovo is committed to empowering entrepreneurs through storytelling, mentorship, and community engagement, building a global network to support small businesses worldwide.
In addition to the Backing Every Business initiative, Lenovo is expanding its support for small businesses through The Growth Lab, which offers coaching, peer learning, and AI-enabled tools to address real-world business challenges. The company's commitment to small businesses is evident in its efforts to provide resources and support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. Applications for the Backing Every Business program are now open in select countries, with selected participants to be notified in May 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the official website.