Grow My Business

program description

About Recovery, Resilience & Growth

Recovery, Resilience & Growth (GMB) is a 7-week, 45-hour hybrid course for entrepreneurs in year 1 or 2 of business operation. The class helps small business owners understand key principles of business growth and expansion. Learn how to think clearly and objectively about problems and develop solutions that work best for your business. Participate in highly effective exercises that will equip you with the knowledge, tools and resources to manage daily operations effectively.

program topics

• Design Thinking for Product and Service Development 

• The Resilient Business Model: How to Survive and Recover Better 

• Financial Planning for Entrepreneurs 

• Strategic Growth  

• Cash Flow Management 

• Marketing

• Economics Basics, 

• Small Biz Law 

• Insurance, and more!

key dates

Dates: Tuesdays (5:00pm - 7:30pm) and Saturdays (9:00am - 1:00pm)
Classes start Tues., August 17 through Tues. October 5. Tuesday classes will be held online via Zoom, Saturday classes will be in person at the MCBL office.

Graduation: ​Tues., October 5, 2021

Orientation: Tuesday, August 10 (5:30pm - 6:30pm)

Mandatory attendance for Recovery, Resilience & Growth (GMB), Cohort 18 Applicants

Information Session Will Cover:

• Application Requirements

• Course Details

• Class Meeting Schedule

• Q & A with Instructor

Location: Online via Zoom

Register Today! (https://bit.ly/GMBFall2021)

benefits

Information that can be used to launch a new business, increase sales, improve management skills, write a business plan, and apply for financing

• Folder or binder containing participant’s notes, handouts, worksheets, and PowerPoint presentations

• Certificate of Completion

  • Those who complete the course and receive Certificate of Completion will be eligible for 3 free individual business counseling sessions to focus on the unique needs of her/his business. 

• One free follow-up counseling session

• Subject matter experts providing insight on topics requiring deeper exploration of financial, legal or technical issues

• Opportunity to participate in client showcases

• Eligibility to participate in LMB Alumni program:

  • 12 months of membership benefits

  • Eligible for business success story feature

  • Discounts for training labs, counseling, and workshops

  • Discount for Mink Wahine luncheons

  • Networking events

cost

Grow my Business Series (Online) – $200 - For a limited time MCBL is offering the Fall 2021 Grow My Business Course for $200. (Valued at $400)

application

APPLY HERE Deadline to apply Tuesday, August 3.

for more information, please email mcbl@ywcaoahu.org.