Helping founders find community and connections
These aren’t “sit-and-listen” training sessions. They’re get-it-done-together workshops for small business owners and teams in the Eastern Upper Peninsula.
ATHENA WIN (Women’s Interest Network) is a collaborative effort to provide a support system for professional women in the Greater Lansing area. We focus on offering information, support and opportunity to women in business, whether it is advice on getting started or assistance stepping up to the next level.
Learn more →7-month program that provides learning and development opportunities around crucial skill sets for emerging leaders, while being matched with an established leader mentor to provide additional support and connection.
Learn more →Black Entrepreneur Training Academy (BETA) is a five-month cohort-based virtual training program to equip, support, and resource Black entrepreneurs. Providing low-barrier access to capital alongside education is key to the success of Black Businesses. BETA is a Black Wall Street Kalamazoo and Sisters in Business intentional collaboration.
Learn more →BETA University is a self directed community-based online educational webinar program. You will be able to apply these principles and take action immediately. Our program is easy to understand, highly relevant and easy to apply.
Learn more →Every business owner will leave their company someday, so having a plan is extremely important. The Broad Based Employee Ownership initiative by the Economic Growth Institute aims to help business owners evaluate Employee Ownership as a viable succession mechanism for their business.
Learn more →Short workshops covering relevant topics for entrepreneurs (ie. AI, franchising, customer acquisition and retention). Onsite, remote and hybrid options.
Learn more →Focus on developing business knowledge and sharing best practices through providing hands-on time with subject matter experts.
Learn more →Our workshops offer unique, dynamic topics and hands-on work sessions designed to help you take actionable steps for your business. Whether you're launching or scaling, these sessions provide practical tools and insights to keep you moving forward.
Learn more →Speaking Series: We strive to cultivate and grow the entrepreneurial spirit of MSU students. We are a sub chapter of Lansing Chamber of Commerce, and we are located on the campus of Michigan State University.
Learn more →The Entrepreneurship program at Jackson College equips students with the skills needed to start and grow their own businesses, or enhance their value in an entrepreneurial environment. This program covers key topics such as business planning, marketing, and financial management, providing a comprehensive understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape. You’ll gain hands-on experience, giving you the tools to create a successful venture. Our experienced faculty and practical curriculum prepare you to be a problem solver and innovator in the business world.
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