Are you an aspiring or early-stage small business owner? The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp helps entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business, explore the feasibility of a new business venture, and learn how to develop a viable business model.

During this fast-paced, interactive, fun, and energizing program, attendees will discover the best practices, talk through real-life examples, and learn about valuable local resources designed to help small businesses grow. This multi-session Boot Camp is an accelerated program that helps build your foundational business knowledge and jumpstart your new business. This program is offered in conjunction with Missouri State University – Mountain Grove and the Ozarks Small Business Incubator (OzSBI).

Participants of the program will receive ongoing coaching and mentoring to develop a growth plan and financial budget by the end of the program. Guest speakers and visiting entrepreneurs will bring their real-world experience to make the program topics come alive.

This eight-session, group-based educational program provides future or early-stage entrepreneurs and small business owners with:

• Business Resources Available
• Market Research and Analysis
• Market Identification and Sales
• Financial Management and Projections
• Marketing Channels and Reaching Customer Segments
• Building and Compensating Your Team/Hiring and Managing Employees
• Accessing Capital – Types and Sources
• Positioning Your Business for Growth

Enroll for the Early-Stage Business Boot Camp to learn more about important topics impacting your business’s success!

Attend All 8 Program Dates:
Session 1: April 14, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm
Session 2: April 17, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm
Session 3: April 21, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm
Session 4: April 24, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm
Session 5: April 28, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm
Session 6: May 1, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm
Session 7: May 5, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm
Session 8: May 8, 2025 - 5:30 pm - 8:oo pm