Join us for CommunityWorks Academy!
Are you a business owner looking to take your company to the next level? Join us for the CommunityWorks Academy, an eight-week program designed to meet the unique needs of businesses in the growth stage. This program will equip participants with essential skills and strategies for achieving sustainable success. Spartanburg residents are eligible to receive a $500 grant for attending and completing the program.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursdays, September 19 – November 7
- Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: USC Upstate Main Building, Room HEC2005
- Format: Hybrid meetings, allowing both in-person and virtual attendance.
- Target Audience: Business owners with companies earning between $50,000 to $250,000 in revenue.
What You’ll Learn:
Being an Effective Leader: Learn how to identify and embrace a CEO mindset, manage time efficiently, deliver high-caliber performance, and think strategically about your business. Understand how current events influence your business and tap into cultural awareness to expand your perspective.
Business Finance and Raising Capital: Gain a deeper understanding of financial statements, manage cash flow, outsource bookkeeping, and navigate the process of raising capital.
Business Planning and Development: Create a strategic growth plan and develop your business goals. Learn strategic thinking and planning, leverage existing business data, and prepare for business sustainability during crises.
HR, Hiring, and Company Culture: Discover the importance of human capital, operations management, team building, and payroll. Focus on company culture, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Marketing and Building Brand Awareness: Explore marketing foundations, public relations, advertising, and market research. Understand traditional versus digital marketing and how to utilize various marketing platforms and systems.
Legal Compliance, Intellectual Property, and Contracts: Gain knowledge of intellectual property, trademarks, and contracts. Learn about legal compliance and how to adhere to state and national laws, rules, and regulations.
Entrepreneurship and Burnout: Partner with a local therapist to explore mental health challenges and strategies to combat burnout. Learn methods to better serve your business while maintaining your well-being.
Network with other Academy Alumni: Network and learn from Academy Alumni from previous cohorts (2022 and 2023). Gain insights on how they implemented resources and expanded their network post-Academy.
Take this opportunity to elevate your business with practical knowledge and networking opportunities. Join us for the CommunityWorks Academy and pave the way for sustainable growth and success!