Information Session

Register for our upcoming Information Session! 

Interested in learning more about the Ventures Program? Register for our upcoming Information Session!

The Information Session is the first step in learning how Ventures can support your business idea or existing business through our unique and comprehensive model of business development services. During this session, we'll provide an overview of our program, review eligibility requirements, and explain the application process for our upcoming Business Basics Course—a nine-week program designed to help you successfully launch or grow your business.

Applications for the Fall 2026  Business Basics Course are now closed.

Interested in joining a future Business Basics Course?

Thank you for your interest in Ventures! Join our Interest List to be among the first to know about upcoming Information Sessions and when applications open for the next Business Basics Course.
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    ¿Le interesa unirse a nuestro próximo Curso Básico de Negocios? ¡Inscríbase a nuestra próxima Sesión Informativa! 

    La Sesión Informativa es el primer paso para aprender cómo Ventures puede respaldar su idea de negocio o su negocio existente a través de servicios de desarrollo empresarial. Durante esta sesión, le explicaremos cómo solicitar el Curso Básico de Negocios, un programa de nueve semanas que le prepara para lanzar o crecer su negocio con éxito. 

    Las solicitudes para el Curso Básico de Negocios de Otoño 2026 ya están cerradas.

    ¿Le interesa participar en un futuro Curso Básico de Negocios? 
    ¡Gracias por su interés! Inscríbase en nuestra Lista de Interés para ser de las primeras personas en recibir información sobre las próximas Sesiones Informativas y saber cuándo se abran las solicitudes para el próximo Curso Básico de Negocios. 

      Outcome

      You’ll walk away with

      Ventures’ Small Business Resource Guide

      A better understanding of the Ventures program and whether it's the right fit for you

      An application to the Business Basics Course

      Participation Requirements

      • Live in Washington State (note: Ventures does not ask about immigration status)
      • Be 18 years or older
      • Have an independent, for-profit business idea or existing business
        • Multi-level marketing (i.e. Avon, Mary Kay, etc.) or non-profit business models are not eligible
      • Have a clear and focused business idea, or existing business
      • Have experience relevant to your business industry
      • Have an open mindset to different ideas and perspectives
      • Have the ability to attend a minimum of 7 of the 8 classes and graduation
      • Meet Ventures’ income eligibility requirements for your household size
      Income Eligibility