Established & Ready to Grow Program
Framework to Grow
Apply For a Scholarship to Join the Next Cohort and Prepare to Expand Your Business.
The NAWBO Established and Ready to Grow Entrepreneurship Program—sponsored by Stacy’s Pita Chips—aims to engage 40 business owners preferrably in the food and beverage industry and seeks to give them the framework to grow. This opportunity is presented through the NAWBO Institute for Entrepreneurial Development at no-cost to cohort participants thanks to our valued sponsors.
Get Ready
Apply to be part of this community of support for growth! During the program, you will participate in expert sessions and peer roundtables. The Mindset and Systems for Growth Topics include:
Cashflow and Projections
Balancing Cash and Growth
Growth Mindset
Resilience and Risk Taking
Building a Brand
Creating a Household Identity
Raising Capital
Understanding Financial Resources
Building a Team
Outsourcing vs. Hiring
What Are the Requirements?
- Have been in operation for two years or more
- Plan to expand locations, offerings or hire a team in the next year
- Had a 2024 annual revenue over $150,000
- Are able to participate in the weekly 1-hr virtual sessions, plus bi-weekly growth challenge assignments June-August
What’s the Program Timeline?
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Program Applications: April 14–May 12
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Notifications of Acceptance: May 23
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Welcome Meet & Greet: June 10 @ 3 p.m. ET
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Program Period: June 10–September 9 (Tuesdays @ 3 p.m. ET)
What Does Participation Include?
This program is no-cost to those who are accepted and includes:
- 5 Peer Group Roundtable/Discussion Sessions
- 5 Subject Matter Expert Sessions with Q&A
- Exposure in NAWBO Communications and Social Media
- *One-Year NAWBO Premier Membership
- Bio and Headshot featured on Stacy’s Entrepreneur Fund website
*Membership is awarded at the end of the program based on participation requirements.
What Do Past Participants Say?
“I am just grateful for the opportunity to interact with other women business owner/founders who are on their way to greater success and to witness their stories and triumphs.”
“I came in with great expectations and they were exceeded. The roundtables, speakers and homework were awesome!”
“All of the speakers shared so much valuable information. I strongly feel that this is what women in business need to get back on track, or if new in business.”
“Coming together to learn and build our skills with confidence has made me a better business owner and more comfortable at tackling new challenges.”