The Get Ready Venture Program Cohort 2 sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co is a 12-week intensive training program for WOC business owners to acquire the needed training, mentorship, knowledge, and skills needed to gain access to capital. We will select 50 WOC business owners to participate in this training cohort.

Applicants must meet the following criteria

(Please read the criteria in entirety before applying)

Founder:

  • Business must be at least 51% woman-owned and identify as Black or African American

Business stage:

  • Business must be operating and generating revenue

  • Must have a minimum 12 consecutive months in business

  • Pre-seed and/or seed companies with product and need to test product market fit

Past and Current Revenue

  • Must be able to show income earning ability over 12 consecutive months

  • Provide revenue for 2022 and projected revenue for 2023

  • Product has shown some traction with ability to showcase hitting $1mm in revenue within 12-18 months

Industry: Must be a for-profit business in the FINTECH or Workforce Development industries defined as:

  • FINTECH- computer programs, software and other technology used to support business and/or personal use of financial products and services.

  • Workforce Development Technology - services or products that aid in the process of selecting career goals, obtaining employment, skills development and/or assessment.

General Business Growth Plan

  • Product should be a minimal viable product (MVP) – in development

  • Set a revenue growth target so it is clear you are looking for scalable businesses.

Location

  • Headquartered in the US with management team based in US.  

PROGRAM OUTLINE

Our educational partner, Our Village United will facilitate learning objectives to help participants gain knowledge from industry experts across four core areas. Topics will be delivered using a hybrid approach providing a blended learning experience. Over the course of 12 weeks participants will complete their learning journey through our proven entrepreneurial development model outlined below.

Pillar Introduction | Industry Expert

Participants will attend a kick-off webinar delivered by an industry expert at the start of each core area pillar. These webinars will set the tone and provide insight on what participants can expect to learn, what is required to successfully complete each lesson, and guidance on the practical applications at the end of each lesson. Pillars include Business Operations, Marketing, Sales and Fundraising.

Self-Directed Learning Journey

We understand that time is valuable when it comes to running a business. This part of the learning experience will allow participants to complete modules at their own pace. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to run a successful business, attend office hours, connect with experts, and receive feedback on their completed assignments.

Practical Application

Learning new concepts and approaches will only matter if you are able to apply them. The Practical Application process will provide participants with opportunities to apply what they learned directly into their business. During this part of the program, you will have access to a business coach to support you in applying what you learn.

Wellness Sessions

We understand that managing business requires that you are well, balanced, and able to run your business effectively. Over the course of 12-weeks you will have access to a Wellness Expert to assist you in navigating the challenges that comes with business ownership.

Applications close on 4/28 

Winners will be notified 4/30 

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