Helping founders find community and connections
A formal academic certificate program at College of Western Idaho providing foundational knowledge in entrepreneurship and small business management for students preparing to start or manage a business.
Training/Course
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Nampa
CWI Entrepreneur Lab
Idaho's largest annual government contracting matchmaking and training event, bringing together approximately 50 government agencies and corporate purchasing agents with Idaho small businesses. Held at Boise State University.
Community/Networking
in
Boise
Idaho APEX Accelerator
A peer mentorship program connecting veteran and spouse business owners with mentors in a similar industry or skillset. Includes in-person and virtual monthly check-in sessions at the SBDC Nampa Accelerator.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Nampa
Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce
A student-driven consulting group at ISU's College of Business using graduate students (MBA, MHA, MAcc) to deliver low-cost business consulting in market research, business planning, grant writing, and feasibility studies.
Service
in
Ames
ISU Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship
Low-cost and free business training workshops for Boise-area entrepreneurs, hosted by the Idaho SBDC State Office at Boise State University. Wide range of workshops on marketing, business planning, finance, and specialized topics.
Training/Course
in
Boise
Idaho SBDC – Boise
Free and low-cost business training workshops for Eastern Idaho entrepreneurs, hosted by ISU SBDC at the Idaho Falls location. Topics include startup basics, marketing, financial planning, and growth strategies.
Training/Course
in
Idaho Falls
Idaho State University SBDC – Idaho Falls
Low-cost and free business training workshops for Treasure Valley entrepreneurs hosted by Southwest Idaho SBDC at Boise State University. Wide range of topics from business basics to advanced growth strategies.
Training/Course
in
Boise
Southwest Idaho SBDC – Boise State University
Free and low-cost business training workshops for South Central Idaho entrepreneurs, hosted at the College of Southern Idaho SBDC in Twin Falls. Topics include business startup, marketing, finance, and government contracting.
Training/Course
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Twin Falls
College of Southern Idaho SBDC
Free and low-cost business workshops and webinars covering topics such as marketing, business planning, financial projections, legal structure, and more. Offered locally in-person and online 24/7 through SCORE's national platform.
Training/Course
in
Boise
SCORE Idaho – Treasure Valley
A Meridian Chamber committee cultivating and empowering emerging young professionals through mentorship, peer connection, and career development opportunities to shape Meridian's next generation of business leaders.
Community/Networking
in
Meridian
Meridian Chamber of Commerce
Free, one-on-one navigation services for veteran and spouse entrepreneurs, helping them access resources, networks, and support to launch, start, grow, and thrive. Covers registrations, permits, finances, marketing, legal, HR, and more.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Nampa
Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce
Free, confidential one-on-one technical assistance helping Idaho businesses sell products and services to federal, state, and local governments. Services include bid matching, registration assistance, proposal support, and market access strategies.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Boise
Idaho APEX Accelerator
A 15-credit hybrid certificate program at North Idaho College preparing students to launch or work in a business venture. Covers business planning, operations, marketing, and financing.
Training/Course
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Coeur d'Alene
Avista Center for Entrepreneurship
ISU's Commercialization Center supports high-tech entrepreneurs pursuing SBIR/STTR federal grants through monthly masterclasses, agency webinars, mentorship, market research, pitch development, and proposal writing.
Accelerator
in
Ames
ISU Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship
A premier year-long leadership development program through the Meridian Chamber featuring monthly full-day sessions with tours, expert speakers, and hands-on experiences to build community and business leadership skills.
Training/Course
in
Meridian
Meridian Chamber of Commerce
A leadership development program for adults in the Magic Valley region, administered by the Twin Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. Focuses on community awareness, professional growth, and civic engagement.
Training/Course
in
Twin Falls
Twin Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
A group dedicated to fostering relationship building, leadership development, and civic engagement among young professionals in the Twin Falls area. Meets monthly with networking events, professional speakers, and volunteer activities.
Training/Course
in
Twin Falls
Twin Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
Free, confidential one-on-one business consulting for entrepreneurs in Southeast Idaho. The ISU SBDC in Pocatello offers professional guidance on business planning, marketing, financing, and operations.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Pocatello
Idaho State University SBDC – Pocatello
Free, confidential one-on-one business consulting provided by professional SBDC advisors at North Idaho College. Covers business planning, marketing, finance, operations, and growth for entrepreneurs in the Coeur d'Alene region.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Coeur d’Alene
North Idaho College SBDC
Free, confidential one-on-one business consulting provided at the Idaho SBDC State Office, co-located with Southwest Idaho SBDC at Boise State University. Covers business planning, finance, marketing, operations, and specialized services.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Boise
Idaho SBDC – Boise
Free, confidential one-on-one business consulting at the Southwest Idaho SBDC, hosted at Boise State University. Advisors support entrepreneurs in the Treasure Valley with business planning, financing, marketing, and growth.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Boise
Southwest Idaho SBDC – Boise State University
Free, confidential one-on-one business consulting for entrepreneurs in Eastern Idaho, provided by ISU SBDC at the Idaho Innovation Center location in Idaho Falls. Covers all stages of business development.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Idaho Falls
Idaho State University SBDC – Idaho Falls
Industry-sponsored reverse pitch competitions where companies present real-world problems and student/entrepreneur teams compete to develop and pitch innovative solutions — offered each fall semester.
Community/Networking
in
Boise
Boise State – Venture College
A physical and programmatic accelerator program operated by Southwest Idaho SBDC with spaces in Boise (520 W Idaho St) and Nampa (5465 E Terra Linda Way). Provides affordable co-working space, 1:1 consulting, cohort programs, and skill-based training.
Accelerator
in
Boise
Southwest Idaho SBDC – Boise State University
A statewide hybrid business incubator cohort program supporting veteran, military-serving, and spouse business owners in starting, growing, and scaling their businesses. Includes specialized tracks like the Food & Farm Marketing Bootcamp.
Accelerator
in
Nampa
Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce
An annual pitch competition for veteran and spouse business owners. Participants pitch their businesses to a panel of judges for prizes and recognition. Past winners include Rattler Medical and 360 Immersive.
Competition/Pitch
in
Nampa
Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce