In 2015, OBDC is launching FastTrac, a program of the Kauffman Foundation, with our Veteran’s Program. This structured program offers high quality training and ongoing resources to existing and aspiring entrepreneurs at all stages of business and has demonstrated results. This practical, hands-on business development program is designed to help entrepreneurs hone the skills needed to create, manage, and grow successful businesses. In addition, participants get access to a vast number of resources to support them, after completing the course, ensuring that each entrepreneur’s most critical needs are being met in real-time.
We know that business education can be a critical service for all entrepreneurs. As a result, in January, Noah Harris, Assistant Vice President – Veteran’s Program, will facilitate a one-time workshop, and then, in February, a 10-week course, offering aspiring entrepreneurs who are US veterans a chance to build their business plans. These two FastTrac programs are open to all US veterans, active duty military personnel, and spouses of veterans and active duty military personnel.
1. The Intentional Entrepreneur is an interactive, three-hour workshop that guides participants through the process of new business consideration, exploration, and planning. This workshop is free, but space is limited.
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2015
Time: 6-9pm
Location: downtown Oakland
Cost: Free upon registration
Register: http://tiny.cc/OBDC-intentional
Registration deadline: Tuesday, January 6, 2015
2. New Venture is an interactive, 10-session course for aspiring entrepreneurs that provides participants with the opportunity to build the plan and framework for their company. Throughout the course, participants will develop their business concept, determine the viability of the business idea, outline the critical steps to a successful business launch, and formulate a detailed business plan.
Date: Meets weekly on Tuesdays, beginning February 24 and concluding April 28, 2015
Time: 6-9pm
Location: downtown Oakland
Cost: $500 deposit, to be refunded upon the successful completion of the course
Register: http://tiny.cc/OBDC-NewVenture
Registration deadline: February 2, 2015
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