The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a state of high financial fragility for small businesses. We spent months discussing with hundreds of business owners about the need for a platform that will reduce person-to-person contact and synergize their efforts. We teamed up with business owners and upcoming entrepreneurs in the USA and Africa to develop Jyven, a platform that demonstrates the importance of community even in the business world. We also understand that starting a business can be a daunting venture and have created a network of support that demonstrates how by working hand-in-hand we can build a strong network, increase profits, and attract more customers.Jyven is an e-commerce platform and marketplace for small business and mom-and-pop shops to sell goods and services online with easy shop setup, support, and minimal fees.