One-on-one counseling, free business planning courses, networking events, connections to statewide and federal resources, and more. We’re here to support entrepreneurs and small business owners. Whether you’re just starting out or pivoting after decades of persistence. Learn how we can help.
On-site support services for employers and job seekers. Call your local Job Center for more info at 802-295-8805 and stop by to learn more about their services.
Now accepting 2022-2023 applications for RISE: Core’s 10-week business program, powered by CO.STARTERS. RISE: Core offers a variety of FREE business support programs through The Space On Main. Made possible with support from the US Department of Agriculture and Vermont Women’s Fund. Have a business idea that you’ve always wanted to try? We’ll provide everything you need to figure out how to turn your idea into a reality. RISE: Core is offered both in-person (Bradford, VT) and remote via Zoom.
The first part of the event will be an interactive sharing session where people share what they’re working on, what/who they need for their next steps, and what/who they can offer to the group. The second part of the event will be an optional office hours and accountability hang. Bring what you need to get some work done on your business plan and/or business next steps. Lunch will be provided. This event is reserved for people who are actively working on their own business plan, growth, or pivot.
Date & Time: Saturday, April 15th 12:00-3:00pm
Folks who completed a business plan during a RISE or REACT cohort and want to practice pitching will be able to sign up for a presentation slot. SOM partners from the funding and technical assistance realm will provide coaching and feedback to prep people for our June pitch event. The public is invited to attend.
Date & Time: Saturday, April 22nd 5:00-8:00pm
Come for one or both of the following workshops with lunch in between to provide a low-key networking option.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 6th 10:00am-2:00pm
10:00-11:30 Social Media Marketing 101
11:30-12:30 Lunch & Networking
12:30-2:00 Websites 101 & SEO 101
REGISTRATION COMING SOON! Funders and investors will be invited to share an overview of their services followed by a pitch from individuals who apply with a completed business plan (will be opened up to the Upper Valley). Lunch will be provided. A limited number of seats will be opened up to the public.
Date & Time: Saturday, June 3rd 12:00-4:00pm
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One-on-one counseling, free business planning courses, networking events, connections to statewide and federal resources, and more. We’re here to support entrepreneurs and small business owners. Whether you’re just starting out or pivoting after decades of persistence. Learn how we can help.
Lindsey joined us for our sixth CO.STARTERS cohort in Spring 2022. Lindsey is working on a plan to open a full service laundromat that will service the northern Upper Valley of Vermont & New Hampshire. Lindsey is working on taking control of her career and being able to spend more time with her family.
Matthew joined us for our very first CO.STARTERS cohort in Spring 2020. After completing the course, he was able to transition from his career as a full-time nurse to one as a full-time arborist. Matthew has since hired additional employees and is living his dream. Matthew joins us regularly to share his experiences with new cohorts.
Heidi joined us during one of our first hybrid cohorts of CO.STARTERS. Although she has run a highly successful business for 30 years, she enrolled in the course in order to plan a brand new product line with a cohort of peers who offered support and accountability. Heidi’s experience was an incredible asset in our peer-to-peer program.