Malone Unlimited
is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the funding and growth eco-system for women-led and under-resourced businesses.
- Increase the number of women-led and under-resourced small businesses to achieve $1 million in revenue
- Grow the investor base to include investors from a broader range of income and wealth levels
We believe in the power of women-led businesses to change everything around them – workplace culture, time and support for families, and impact in their communities. Women lead with purpose, and that purpose creates stronger local economies for all.
We believe in learning from those closest to the work and who we serve, challenging norms, bringing creativity, having fun and making friends along the way.
Curious? Reach out to us, we would love to meet you…
claire@maloneunlimited.org | avanti@maloneunlimited.org
Malone Unlimited was born in 2024 after
several Tuesday night conversations, research, brainstorming and piloting ideas.
Co-founder
Claire Cole
Claire has spent her entire career consulting with non-profits and businesses helping them set up strong foundations to improve their operations and grow their revenue. She is a creative generalist who loves solving problems with a team. You may see her walking her dog in Forest Park or teaching yoga at local institutions.
Co-founder
Avanti Paul
Avanti has over two decades of experience in strategy, operations and organizational development in the Healthcare and Financial Services Industry. After specializing in operational turnarounds, she transitioned to capital access with an equity lens. She owns an inclusive toy store, Presently Goods, and lives in Birmingham with her family.
Check out our 2025 impact report
In our first year, Malone Unlimited has gained traction with the support of our community in Birmingham, AL. We are proud to report that we’ve…
-Completed Builders + Backers design fellowship
-Conducted a nationally representative survey of female business owners
-Launched our Small Business Support Program
-Brought nationally respected angel investor training program Pipeline Angels to the South for the first time which brought $75,000 of investment into two AL startups
-Raised over $100,000 from individual supporters and partner organizations
-Partnered actively with other ecosystem players to foster collaboration and abundance mindset among small business support providers