Information Session

Are you ready for business? The first step in joining our programs is to attend an Information Session.

Learn more and register below!

Ready to launch or grow your business?

Join us at a free Information Session to learn more about Ventures’ small business programs. You’ll receive an overview of our robust toolkit of support including course offerings, free and unlimited business coaching, financial services, business incubators, and more. The information session is also the first step to learn how to apply to the Ventures program. Afterward, you will have the opportunity to apply for our cornerstone eight-week Business Basics Course that teaches you the fundamental principles of developing and running a business. The Business Basics Course is the entry point into the Ventures program that sets the foundation for your participation in all Ventures programs.

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

Topics Include

  • Overview of Ventures’ programs and services
  • Community resources available to help you grow your business
  • Networking with other business owners

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
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Fall Business Basics Course – Applications are now open!

Applications are now open to participate in the 9-week Business Basics Course, Ventures’ cornerstone training program!  The course will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesdays, 6-9 pm, starting on October 8.

Learn more about the Business Basics Course in the recorded information session below. This session provides an overview of Ventures’ robust program for small businesses and is the first step to apply for our cornerstone training program, the Business Basics Course.

 

Click here to apply for the Fall 2024 Business Basics Course . 

 

Fall 2024 Business Basics Course Details:  

 

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El Curso Básico de Negocios de otoño 2024 -

¡Inscríbase en la próxima sesión informativa!

La sesión de informativa es el primer paso para aprender cómo Ventures puede respaldar su idea de negocio o negocio existente a través de nuestro modelo integral y único de servicios de desarrollo empresarial. Esta sesión también proporciona instrucciones de cómo solicitar al Curso Básico de Negocios, un programa de nueve semanas que le prepara para lanzar o crecer su negocio con éxito.

¡La inscripción ya está abierta para nuestra Sesión Informativa del Curso Básico de Negocios de Otoño en Seattle! La sesión informativa y el Curso Básico de Negocios del otoño 2024 en español se realizarán en formato virtual vía Zoom. La sesión informativa se llevará a cabo el jueves 19 de septiembre de las 6:00 a 8:00 pm.

¡Haga clic aquí para inscribirse en la sesión informativa virtual el 19 de septiembre!  

Detalles del Curso Básico de Negocios de otoño:  

  • Fechas: Todos los miércoles, del 9 de octubre hasta el 4 de diciembre. El día de la graduación es el miercoles 4 de diciembre a las 6 pm.  
  • Hora: 6:00-9:00 pm   
  • Ubicación: El curso será en formato virtual vía Zoom 
  • Hay requisitos de elegibilidad y un proceso de solicitud para participar en el curso. Inscríbase para la sesión informativa para aprender más y registrarse en el curso.