Accelerator for Small Business Owners

Gain valuable insights to accelerate your business growth and explore funding opportunities through our Small Business Accelerator. Over the 8-week program, you’ll receive expert advice from industry leaders, connect with fellow AAPI business owners, and access personalized one-on-one coaching to help you navigate the funding application process.

2024 Course Content

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    September 17, 2024

    Introduction

    Meet the CRP
    Business Coaches

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    September 24, 2024

    Talent and Workplace
    Best Practices

    Crazy Rich Entrepreneurship: Advanced Tactics for Profit Optimization

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    October 1, 2024

    Funding Options

    Finding the Funds: Attracting the Right Capital to Grow

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    October 8, 2024

    Funding

    Get the Right Funding for Your Business: Government Backed Loans & Opportunities

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    October 15, 2024

    Revenue

    Doing Business with the Government

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    October 22, 2024

    Service Expansion

    Service Surge: Find Your Customers Online/ Deeper Dive: B2B

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    October 29, 2024

    Job Creation

    The Hiring Formula: Building a Team That Drives Success

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    November 1, 2024

    Forming a Business

    Start-Up Success: Forming a Business from the Ground Up

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    November 5, 2024

    Graduation

    Graduation & Next Steps

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • No, the program is free of charge and funded through U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency.

  • That’s ok, still sign up. Be sure to watch the on-demand recording and complete the quiz prior to the next session.

  • 60 minutes, every Tuesday, from 2-3pm ET.

  • National ACE’s team and consultants are here to host the accelerator, alongside our corporate partners who are providing business experts to support.

  • Accelerator #1 is geared for individuals who already have a business, but it’s okay if you’re in the early stages and not profitable yet or if you still only have an idea. Sign up and we’ll connect you to our coaches to help you formulate a custom business plan.

  • Yes! But they’re optional. We’re hosting networking events in various cities. Stay tuned for invitations.