Deadline: 31 January 2024
In partnership with Kauffman FastTrac, the City of Hollywood is launching the 5th cohort of its FastTrac Start-Up Program to assist entrepreneurs and business owners in Hollywood.
As a Kauffman FastTrac affiliate, the City hosts the FastTrac Start-Up Program to help guide early stage entrepreneurs with tools to refine their business concept, identify the components of a strong business plan, and access the appropriate resources for launch. Designed to guide early-stage entrepreneurs to launch a business, the FastTrac Start-Up Program also helps existing businesses develop a plan around new product lines and services.
Why Choose FastTrac Start-Up Program?
- Guidance from Experts: The Kauffman FastTrac program is designed by industry experts who have successfully built and grown their own businesses.
- Tailored Curriculum: You will learn from a comprehensive curriculum that covers everything from business planning and market research to financial management and sales strategies.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and business owners in your community.
- Flexible Learning: The program is offered on Thursday evenings.
- All participants will receive a certificate of completion, and the top three business plans may be eligible to compete for seed grants through a pitch competition.
Participants will develop a clear business concept and learn how to:
- Identify market needs
- Explore risk and success factors
- Build a solid business plan
- Create an elevator pitch
- Understand business fundamentals
- Network with entrepreneur professionals
- Access business, financial and human resources
All participants will receive a certificate of completion and the top three business plans may be eligible to compete for seed money grants through a pitch competition.
Criteria
- The FastTrac Start-Up Program is free and open to all. Priority is given to Hollywood residents and those wishing to open a business in Hollywood.
For more information, visit City of Hollywood.
