Miami Dade College (MDC) once again is accepting applications for Cohort 11 of the 10,000 Small Businesses program scheduled to begin on May 24 at the Wolfson Campus in downtown. The deadline to apply for Cohort 11 is Feb. 28.
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses (10KSB) is a classroom-based practical business education program that gives entrepreneurs several benefits including valuable skills for growing their businesses, the opportunity to access financial capital and powerful networking opportunities at no cost to participants.
The curriculum includes one-on-one advice, clinics, and workshops administered by subject matter experts. Goldman Sachs professionals also serve as panelists and judges for “Rocket Pitches,” which allow business owners to practice their business pitch to a potential lender or investor.
Participants also will learn to identify and evaluate opportunities, understand financial statements, hire, retain and lead employees, negotiate successfully and create a comprehensive growth plan, among other lessons.
The program was launched at MDC’s Freedom Tower on Oct. 1, 2013, when Goldman Sachs and MDC entered a five-year, $5 million partnership to deliver the 10KSB program in Miami.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
• Owner or co-owner of a business;
• Business in operation for at least two years;
• Business revenues of at least $150,000 in the most recent fiscal year, and
• Minimum of four employees, including the owner.
The first three years of program delivery — which began in February 2014 and featured MDC alumni, area business professionals and advisors — graduated 229 small business owners who are now poised for growth.
To learn more, RSVP for an upcoming Webinar at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/5294619458864672513.
Webinars occur several times through Feb. 22. Please register for the date and time that works best for you.
To participate in Cohort 11 of MDC’s 10KSB program, visit www.10KSBapply.com to apply or call 305-237-7824.
