Small Business Accelerator
SpringGR 's signature program, the Small Business Accelerator, is designed for those individuals who are already in business and looking to grow or scale their business. This program has a “learn & do” design in a classroom setting with other business owners.
Small Business Accelerator
Aside from the classroom setting and group support, individuals will also have the support of a business coach. This coach will assist you in the areas of your business that you want to focus on and grow. This includes setting goals and connections to other resources and partners outside SpringGR. You will find personal and professional growth that will empower you in all your current and future business ventures.
Is this program for you?
This program is designed for business owners who have been in business and made at least $1,000. These individuals want to learn and apply new skills to enhance and grow their business ventures. The ideal participant is a coachable learner and a dedicated entrepreneur willing to invest time and effort to make their businesses successful. They are hardworking and have a hands-on approach to achieving their goals.
This 14-week program is twofold.
For the first four weeks, the class focuses 80% on the individual and 20% on business.
Topics include:
Overcoming fears, developing a growth mindset, and making personal sacrifices.
Valuing Social Capital, Intellectual Capital, and Financial Capital.
Setting goals and creating a business, not a job.
Caring for your mental health and personal finances
Outcome: Participants will have a better understanding of what it takes personally to be a business owner, identify their obstacles, begin to set goals, and create a system for a business.
In the following ten weeks, the class focus shifts to 20% on the individual and 80% on business.
Topics include:
Business Model Canvas learning process
Foundations for Marketing
Understanding your numbers and finances
Crafting your message and pitch
Outcome: Participants will understand and apply the business model canvas process at an accelerated pace focused on marketing, finance, and planning to strengthen their business foundation and create a plan to move forward. Participants will also produce a 3-minute business pitch to share their business model.
Are there an pre-requisites?
No previous training experience is needed. Attendance is required to continue the program and graduate. *Class fees are not refunded if you’ve dropped from the program because of more than two absences.
How do I apply for Spring 2024?
The Small Business Accelerator is offered twice yearly during the early Spring and Fall seasons. Applications are on our website from May to June and November to December. Following your application, an in-person interview will follow. We only work with for-profit businesses and ideas, not nonprofits.
After you apply, you’ll receive an email with a link to sign up for an interview in January. Sign up right away, as these interview spots fill up fast!
Show up to your interview. We want to know you and what you hope to do in your business!
What if I need help after graduating?
SpringGR is here to walk alongside you in your entrepreneurial journey. Visit our Post-Graduate Resources page for more information!
