Driving equity for small business growth

We develop strategies that help business owners tap into their full potential.

Prospera Strategies began with the idea that not all businesses have the same opportunities. We have a combined 30 years of experience in developing and executing strategies for small businesses and business support organizations that deliver real results.

Who We
Work With

Support Organizations


We work with community organizations and nonprofits who share our mission to make success possible for small business owners, regardless of their race, gender or socioeconomic status.

Small Businesses


We work with minority- and female-owned businesses on developing and implementing strategies that will drive their success.

Our Services


For Support Organizations

Program Development

We help you build programs from the ground-up that fill the needs of your entrepreneurial community. We provide leadership and support at every step, from strategy to implementation to business coaching.

Strategic Planning

We help guide your organization in developing and achieving a vision that serves your small business community, in order to drive a real and lasting impact.

Financial Strategy

We provide financial insights to help your organization navigate growth and challenges, and support strategic financial planning and budgeting.

Learn how we worked with La Paz Chattanooga to bring their vision for a Spanish-speaking entrepreneurial support program to life.

Our Services


For Small Businesses

Funding Strategy

Help you identify strategic capital opportunities that align with your business, including traditional loans, venture capital, and crowdfunding.

Financial Strategy

We take a deep look at all the finances for your business, and help create a path forward to continued financial health and prosperity that will grow your business for years to come.

Growth Strategy

We help set up your business operations for long-term success, whether its by guiding your business through internal cultural changes or new revenue opportunities.

Learn how we worked with SVN to help assess and rebuild their company culture and improve their accounting department processes.

Trusted Clients

A combined 30 years of championing small businesses.


Prospera Strategies is led by two colleagues, Marco and Kara, who share the same vision for a world where all business owners—regardless of race or gender—can thrive. Marco and Kara have a proven track record in leading small businesses and their support organizations to lasting impact and success.

Marco Perez • Partner

Marco Pérez is a friend and champion of small businesses. A seasoned entrepreneur and operational leader, he has led and coached hundreds of business who strive for long-term sustainable success and economic prosperity.

Kara Cotto • Partner

Kara Cotto is a dedicated leader with a passion for helping individuals and businesses achieve their goals while ensuring fairness and excellence in every aspect of business practice.

Tiffanie Robinson, President & CEO, SVN | Second Story

“We feel confident in the progress we have made through our partnership with Prospera Strategies. The hard work is ‘never done’ - but we are excited to always lean into our value Onward & Upward, to always strive for continuous growth and improvement. We look forward to the continued partnership!”

Stacy Johnson, President & CEO, La Paz Chattanooga

“Our partnership with Prospera Strategies allowed us to bring our vision to life, and the results exceeded our expectations. With their support, we successfully implemented a program that met a critical need in our community. We are proud of what we accomplished together and excited for the impact this will continue to have.”

Are you ready to start working together?