DATE: March 16, 2016
MEDIA CONTACT: Jasmine Jones, Broward County
Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD)
PHONE: 954-357-6400
BROWARD COUNTY, FL - FastTrac® NewVenture™ participants has entered the midway point of their formalized training to make their business idea a reality. These 15 participants were selected through a competitive application process which is free and open to Broward County residents. This 10-session workshop is designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs in the early stages of business development. FastTrac® NewVenture™ teaches entrepreneurs how to identify and meet market needs, as well as access human, business and financial resources. The course also facilitates networking between entrepreneurs and professionals. All sessions are held at the Innovation Hub at Broward College.
With the guidance of successful entrepreneurs and a supportive peer community, FastTrac® NewVenture™ is helping participants refine their business concept, identify the components of a strong business plan, and access the appropriate resources to complete their launch. The benefits of FastTrac® NewVenture™ will last long after the workshop has ended and into their role as a start-up business owner.
Upon completion of NewVenture™, participants' completed business plans will be evaluated and seed money may be distributed to the top three business plans. All students will receive a certificate of completion.
For more information on the Kauffman FastTrac® program, contact the Office of Economic and Small Business Development at 954-357-6400, or visit broward.org/econdev.
About Economic and Small Business Development
The mission of the Office of Economic and Small Business Development is to enhance Broward County's economy and contribute to an improved quality of life for all residents. Areas of focus include value-added job creation, business expansion and retention, small business growth, business development, international trade development, export readiness and entrepreneurial training and development. Services are delivered by the agency and through partnerships with state, local and private sector organizations. The Office of Economic and Small Business Development promotes equal access to Broward County procurement opportunities for small business enterprises in local and federal small business programs, and helps position small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs to take advantage of opportunities, and grow their businesses beyond Broward. Call 954-357-6400 for more information or visit Broward.org/EconDev
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