Vision2Venture: Entrepreneurship 101

Event description

This event is hosted by the University of Houston Texas Gulf Coast SBDC Network

This four-week series is designed to provide aspiring entrepreneurs with a comprehensive introduction to starting their businesses correctly. You'll explore essential topics such as business feasibility, funding, legalities and tax responsibilities, operating elements, and positioning the business for future growth. Participants will engage in class activities, work outside of class, and meet regularly with their SBDC advisor to ensure they are well-prepared to launch their ventures. Graduation certificates will be given to anyone attending all sessions and completing all assignments.

This series will be held on Mondays, April, 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2026.

Please be prepared to have your camera on and audio working.

Highlights:

• Assessing the feasibility of a business concept
• Exploring funding options for startups
• Understanding legal structures and tax responsibilities
• Learning essential operating disciplines
• Strategies for positioning a business for future growth
• Determining a target market

This series is intended for entrepreneurs in the pre-venture startup phase or those with businesses less than one year old. It is ideal for individuals seeking to gain foundational knowledge and actionable steps to start their own business.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration will close two business days prior to the start of the cohort.