Are you looking to embark on a new business journey or revitalize your current enterprise? Look no further than the Small Business Jump Start Program - your launchpad to success! What is Small Business Jump Start? Imagine a 9-week transformative training program tailored for entrepreneurs hungry for expert insights into business development. With an 85% success rate among over 800 graduates, SBJS
has a solid track record that could shape your business destiny. Guided by seasoned entrepreneur, Gary Svetz, who has run several enterprises and holds three decades of entrepreneurial experience, SBJS members are in for a game-changing learning experience, with Gary's ongoing coaching even beyond the program. Small Business Jump Start members will:
- Craft individual achievable business and personal goals
- Develop a comprehensive business plan
- Gain access to small business loans
- Connect with like-minded local community business professionals.
- Unlock the power of effective social media marketing ( presentation by a social media firm )
- Grasp the fundamentals of record-keeping, financial management, bookkeeping, marketing strategies. etc.
- Receive Quickbooks training and various business support services
- Develop effective sales skills with an individualized custom profile
- Other presenters for marketing, accounting, healthcare plans and past SBJS alumni sessions
Program benefits include over $ 2,500 of value for discounted services:
- Complimentary 1-year membership in local Chambers of Commerce (Meadville, Titusville, or Franklin) for new members
- 1-year Crawford County Convention & Visitors Bureau membership for hospitality businesses
- 1-year Oil Region Alliance and Crawford County Convention and Visitors Bureau memberships for heritage and tourism entities
- Veterans enjoy fee-free program participation
- Customized sales profiles
- Venango County revolving small loan program access
- Access to business associations, professional advisory groups, and more! Program launch and locations are:
- Meadville / Crawford County: Fall sessions begin in September, Spring sessions begin in March
- Venango County: Fall sessions begin in September, Spring sessions begin in March
- Corry / Erie County: Spring sessions begin in either March or April
To register, please reach out to the designated contact at your chosen location below:
Crawford County SBJS
Meadville-Western Crawford County Chamber-Commerce
Karen Staudt
[email protected]
814-337-8030
Venango County SBJS
City of Franklin
Ashley Rodgers
[email protected]
814-437-1922 x1131
Corry / Erie County SBJS
Corry Higher Education Council
Raynee Wilkinson
[email protected]
814-664-9405
Small Business Jump Start Mission Statement
Provide small businesses resources and coaching that is accessible and affordable for startup and existing businesses to develop community sustainability. SBJS Program sector breakdown:
Business graduates:
- Services 55 %
- Retail 30 %
- Manufacturing 15%
Demographics
- 72% Women
- 28% Men
- 5% of the above group are veteran-owned businesses! Unleash your potential with Small Business Jump Start!
