🖥️Business Prep (WBC 02/26/26 - 04/30/26)

Event description

This isn’t just a class—it’s a journey in small business training designed to help you build confidence and move your business forward. Through weekly lessons, hands-on assignments, and expert guidance, you’ll gain the skills and clarity to take actionable next steps. Whether you’re just starting out, need guidance, or want to create a solid business plan, Business Prep equips you with the tools and support to turn your entrepreneurial vision into reality.

Who is this course for?

• Entrepreneurs ready to turn ideas into action
• Business owners seeking a clear and structured plan
• Start Smart graduates ready for the next step

In this 10-week series you will:

Week 1. Create your mission and business plan outline
Week 2. Explore operations and management essentials
Weeks 3-4. Master marketing basics and customer engagement
Week 5. Strengthen operations for efficiency and growth
Week 6. Build leadership skills for hiring and management.
Week 7. Manage finances and understand financial statements
Week 8. Learn to plan ahead with financial forecasting
Week 9. Address risks, insurance, and growth strategies
Week 10. Finalize your plan and prepare for the next steps

What you’ll learn

• Writing a clear and compelling mission statement
• Assessing your skills, passions, and resources
• Creating a strategy that aligns with your goals
• How to test the feasibility of your idea

Facilitator: Dr. Dene Starks

Note: Our services and programs are open to all entrepreneurs. All Renaissance WBC/SOMA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.