Apply Today: Lift Orlando’s Small Business Cohort

Apply for Lift Orlando's Small Business Institute's fall 2024 Small Business Cohort if you are an inspiring entrepreneur, current small business owner, or someone looking to take an idea or service to market. Our program offers FREE business training and resources to local entrepreneurs and business owners like you.

And don’t miss out on the pitch competition for $20,000 in funding and services. Participants may receive a micro grant following completion of the cohort and course work.

Throughout the 8-week cohort, group sessions will cover:

• Business plan development/review

• Business operations

• Branding and marketing

• Finances

• Legal

• Capital-building

• Scaling

• E-commerce

Timeline

Sessions take place every Thursday from 6-8:30 p.m. beginning September 12 through October 31, 2024. Remember, commitment is key, so only register if you can attend all sessions. Interviews will occur during the week of August 19 and orientation will begin during the week of August 29.

Location

All sessions will take place in person at the Heart of West Lakes Wellness Center in Orlando's vibrant West Lakes community. Space is limited. Address: 710 S. Tampa Ave. Orlando, FL 32805

Facilitators

Joseph Simmons of The Center for Micro-Entrepreneurial Training, Janice Lopez of JPMorgan Chase & Co., and others!

Don't wait – apply now and take the first step toward growing your business and achieving your dreams! Applications close on August 16.

About Lift Orlando's Small Business Institute

Lift Orlando's Small Business Institute (SBI) provides local entrepreneurs and small businesses with programming centered on training, business education workshops, evaluations of business ideas, office hours for technical expertise with consultants, and access to local leaders who will help drive entrepreneurs and small businesses forward.

CONTACT: For inquiries and more information, contact Tara Gilbert at Tara@LiftOrlando.org.