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LEADING EDGE™ for Entrepreneurs

Jan
31
2019
Thu 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
10 sessions ending Thu, Apr 4
LEADING EDGE for Entrepreneurs
 
Thinking of starting your own business?

LEADING EDGE for Entrepreneurs is a 10-week course designed to teach you how to start and grow a successful business based on an actionable business plan. Through a blended-learning format, combining an online learning platform with classroom sessions, interactive learning exercises and expert guest speakers, you will be given the resources to help you start or run your own business.

The course is designed to give you a practical concept that you can apply to your current business or concept, but also in the following years. By the end of the course, you will understand the aspects of running a business, have a sound financial vision and have a written business plan or strategy.

Questions? Contact Rob Rose by
email or phone at 303.620.8045


WHAT TO EXPECT:
  • Four day-long sessions including interactive group work and guest speakers
  • Access to an online learning platform with weekly reading and presentations, group discussion forums, homework, financial spreadsheets and templates to build your plan of action
  • One-on-one consulting available
  • Feedback on your business plan or strategy during the course
  • Introduction to potential lenders at a Funding Options Panel
  • Free registration to workshops at the Denver Metro SBDC while enrolled
  • Entry into a class business plan competition for a chance to win prizes and have your business plan reviewed by consultants and banker or an accountant
  • Eligibility for the Funding Request Preview program, putting you on the fast track to funding if needed
  • Discounted participation in Trout Tank, a program training you to pitch at an event to lenders and investors

IMPORTANT DATES
Leading Edge for Entrepreneurs is held 3 times per year, in the spring, summer, and fall.

Registration Opens
Opens August 2, 2021

Info Sessions
October 7, 2021 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Register

Course Sessions

December 6 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
December 9 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
December 13 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
December 16 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

Graduation
January 6, 2022 | 5:30-6:30 pm

 

INVESTMENT
Payment is required at registration.

Standard Course Fee
$695.00

Early Bird Special (Register and pay by September 10; code EarlyBird)
$550.00

Each Additional Employee (Register and pay by September 16; code AddEmployee)
$395.00

Leading Edge Retake Fee
$395.00


REGISTER
 

LEADING EDGE FOR ENTREPRENEURS CURRICULUM
Session 1
Get to know your neighbor
Goal Setting
Session  2
Finding the right market
Intro to Business Model Canvas
Session  3
Start your financials
Getting to know your customers
Session  4
Market Research
Session  5
Developing a Marketing Strategy
Session  6
Discovering your Funding Options
Session  7
Marketing Panel
(Hear from a variety of marketing experts)
Session  8
Understanding your financials
(Guest speaker, group activities, individual exercises)

Session  9
Professional Advisories Panel
(Ask legal, insurance, HR, Accounting, and Real Estate questions to professionals)
Session  10
Speed Pitching
Planning beyond Leading Edge

Drop and Transfer Regulations:
Drops: Any drop must be done within the first week. You will receive almost a full reimbursement - $50 will stay with the SBDC to cover hard costs.
Transfer: Anyone wishing to transfer must do so within the first three weeks. The transfer must be to the next upcoming class.








 

FOR SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:


LOCATION:
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
1445 Market St., 5th floor
Denver, CO 80202

 
  • Greg Durocher

    Leading Edge Facilitator

    Start-up, business planning

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    Fee: $ 695.00

    For early bird discount, please pay by Jan. 25. All others, please pay online before Jan. 31 - we will not accept payment in person. For questions, contact Rob Rose at Rob.Rose@DenverChamber.org.

    For questions, please contact Rob Rose at Rob.Rose@DenverChamber.org. You can also call Rob directly at 303-620-8045.

    Phone: 303-620-8076

    Location

    Denver Metro SBDC
    Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce 1445 Market St., 5th Floor Denver, CO 80202
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