2 Free, Online Programs for Entrepreneurs

December 21, 2020

WHC promotes and recruits for both the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses and the Baltimore Means Business entrepreneur growth programs. Deadlines are approaching for their May 2021 Cohorts!

Both programs offer:

  • Free, online instruction by subject matter experts
  • Technical assistance in between sessions with a business advisor
  • Connection to local resources, lenders and growth opportunities

    • But there are some differences.

    gs10k_logo The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Businesses program is a nationwide program with over 10,000 graduates and a national alumni network. The program is funded by Goldman Sachs and Bloomberg Philanthropies. The program lasts 15 weeks.
    Click here to view the curriculum. | Click here to watch the promotional video.
    Additionally, the criteria to apply is a bit more demanding:
  • At least 100k in revenue (temporarily reduced to at least $75k or higher due to covid-19)
  • At least 2 years in business
  • At least 2 employees, including the owner
    Click here to apply.     mbm-logo-2 The Baltimore Means Business program is a new regional program serving the Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC area with a strong local alumni network. The program is funded by the Baltimore Small Business Support Fund, Baltimore Community Lending and the Morgan State University Foundation. The program lasts 7 weeks.
    Click here to view the curriculum. | Click here to watch the Open House program overview.
    Additionally, the criteria to apply is less demanding:
  • $0 to $75k in annual revenue ($0 to $100k in certain circumstances)
  • In business at least 2 years (Startups can be considered with a completed business plan)
  • At least 1 employee, including the owner

    • Click here to apply.

    Both programs are currently recruiting for their May 2021 cohorts. To learn more, here are some options:

  • Schedule a call with Recruiter, Will Holmes to discuss the benefits of the programs
  • Read all the details regarding the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program and apply before January 15th 2021
  • Read all the details regarding the Baltimore Means Business program and apply before April 12th 2021
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