If you answered "Yes" to any of the above questions, the Minority Build a Business Accelerator is the perfect program for you. Apply now to learn how to build a successful business that will have an economic impact on Mobile County.
Minority Build a Business Accelerator
Take your business from minimum sales to maximum profits
Learn Advanced Business Strategies From Industry Experts And Earn $500, Apply Now (Class starts on Tuesday October 17th at 5:30pm CST)
In 18 weeks you'll meet with subject mater experts who'll teach you the latest business strategies in marketing, legal, finances, management, and much more! All selected participants will receive a $500 stipend + a chance to compete for a $5,000 award to fund their business.
Can You Relate???
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Are you tired of working late nights and early mornings on your business and only barely making ends meet?
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Do you feel like you're one decision away from major success or major failure and need expert advice and mentorship, but can't afford to pay for coaching?
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Are you tired of missing weddings, birthday parties, baby showers, etc. because your business takes up all of your time?
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Do you desire to pass your business down from one generation to the next and break cycles of poverty, scarcity, and/or fear in your family?
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Do you want to create jobs for talented people who are often overlooked or under-utilized?
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Are you ready to make Mobile County proud by building a sustainable business and contributing to the economic empowerment of our community?
Expert Training
We have industry leaders in finance, marketing, sales, legal, and many other industries teaching you the strategies needed to build a sustainable business. Apply to the Minority Build a Business Accelerator before the September 6th, 11:59pm CST deadline. State-of-the-art training facility provided by the City of Mobile.
Many People Will Apply, But Only a Few Will Be Chosen.
All Participants Will Receive a $500 Stipend
As a business owner on the grind, we know that your time is valuable. That's why we want to compensate all of our Minority Build a Business Accelerator participants with a $500 stipend for your participation in this program.
One Lucky Entrepreneur Will Walk Away With $5,000!
Concluding the end of the Minority Build a Business Accelerator, participants will be invited to participate in a pitch competition where they can present their business idea to a panel of judges and win $5,000 that will be used to push their business to the next level.
Who Can Apply?
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If you have a business that is at least three years old and earning at least $24,000/year, you're encouraged to apply.
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If you're willing and able to commit to joining the 18 sessions (offered in-person and virtually) for three hours per week.
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If you're ready to get serious about creating generational wealth in your family and community.
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If you're willing and able to complete the application below and answer the questions truthfully.
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If you know your business has even more potential to make an impact, but you lack the access to financial resources and expert guidance to see it through.
Important Dates (Mark Your Calendar)
Deadline to Submit Your Application:
September 6th at 11:59pm CST
Status Update For Your Application:
September 27th
Date of the First Session:
October 17th from 5:30pm-8:30pm CST
Please Note: Classes commence on
Tuesdays from 5:30pm-8:30pm CST.
Graduation Date:
March 26, 2024
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This project is supported by the American Rescue Plan Act Fund awarded to the Mobile County Commission by the U.S. Department of Treasury.
Mobile Area Black Chamber of Commerce
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