BUILD YOUR BUSINESS. FORGE YOUR FUTURE.
JUMPSTART YOUR
SIDE HUSTLE
HOW IT WORKS:
Are you an aspiring or early-stage small business owner? The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp helps entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business, explore the feasibility of a new business venture, and learn how to develop a viable business model.
This eight-session, 4-week group-based educational program provides future or early-stage entrepreneurs and small business owners with:
- Business Resources Available
- Market Research & Analysis
- Market Identification & Sales
- Financial Management & Projections
- Accessing Capital – Types & Sources
- Marketing Channels & Reaching Customer Segments
- Building & Compensating Your Team/Hiring & Managing Employees
- Positioning Your Business For Growth
READY TO JOIN A CLASS?
The Missouri SBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact Tara Horton, 417.837.2617 or [email protected]. The Missouri SBDC is a University of Missouri Extension partner.
HOW IT WORKS:
1. COMMUNITY BUSINESS ACADEMY
A bi-annual, twelve week course offered in the spring and fall will equip students with education focused on the business essentials – budgeting, marketing, bookkeeping, financing, and more.
2. BUSINESS ACCELERATION SERVICES
Wraparound support services for entrepreneurs will be accessible through their respective business support coaches. Coaches assist students with focusing, prioritizing, planning, accountability, and connections to services that will help students attain their business objectives.
3. CREDIT TO CAPITAL
Through individualized coaching services, entrepreneurs will connect with lenders and investors to acquire the source of capital that will best suit their needs.
LUNCH-AND-LEARN:
AI FOR THE REST OF US:
REAL PEOPLE, REAL TOOLS, REAL RESULTS
April 10
11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
At The Elevate Branson Campus
Just $20 covers the session and your lunch!
ATTEND A
2025
ELEVATE ENTREPRENEURS INFORMATION SESSION
Do you want to start a side hustle but aren’t sure where to begin? Elevate Entrepreneurs offers comprehensive resources and education to help you with the tools necessary to expand your financial margin through the creation of your very own side-business. By graduation at the end of the twelve week course, you’ll have a business plan complete with a competitor analysis and a jump start on your financial projections. We’ll also introduce you to industry experts who can help set your side-business up for success.
You must attend an informational session at the Elevate Branson Campus in order to be considered for enrollment in Elevate Entrepreneurs.
Funded in part through Innovate SOMO. This program is offered in partnership with efactory & codefi as part of the Missouri SBDC’s Early-Stage Business Boot Camp.
2024 ELEVATE ENTREPRENEURS Class Dates
Starting Tuesday, September 3
- Classes meet every Tuesday from 6:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
- Each session is 12 weeks.
- Graduation is Tuesday, December 10 at 6:30 P.M.
The Missouri SBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact Tara Horton, 417.837.2617 or [email protected]. The Missouri SBDC is a University of Missouri Extension partner.
Ready to join a class? Let us know!
For more information about the Elevate Entrepreneurs program, contact us at [email protected].
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday: 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Tuesday: 11:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Wednesday: 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Thursday: 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Friday: 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday: 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Tuesday: 11:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Wednesday: 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Thursday: 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Friday: 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.