Sierra Commons

Ignite Your Business @ Sierra Commons

Starting July 11th 2012, Sierra Commons is presenting a six-week course to help entrepreneurs realize their dreams and launch a business.  More than a business plan workshop, the course brings together a group of motivated entrepreneurs, and guides them through the steps and needed to launch a business.

The approach is action-based and covers topics including business planning, market analysis, marketing strategies, finance, budgeting, web, business law and more.  Seasoned professionals teach the weekly classes, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to each topic.  Students also meet weekly with mentors for special one-to-one sessions.

Many students begin the course with working knowledge of some aspects of business. Upon completion, each student has a solid foundation of all major aspects of owning and running a small business.

The Business Ignitor course was a fantastic experience.  I’ve wanted to start my own business for some time now and the classes provided me both the impetus I needed to move forward and a foundational knowledge of business structure, financials, and sales/marketing.  Many of us students in the class connected well and are keeping in touch to provide support for each other in our business endeavors.  I heartily recommend the course to anyone who has an idea for a small business but needs more information or an extra push to get him or her started.
Ignitor Graduate

The class provided all the tools needed to take a business from an idea to a reality, in six weeks.  Amazing.
Ignitor Graduate

COURSE ACTIVITIES

The comprehensive course outline covers topics including writing a business plan, market analysis, marketing strategies, finance and budgeting, accounting, business law and more. Weekly motivational speakers and coaches will keep students focused and on track.

Business name Business plan approach Determining business structure Competitive analysis Exit strategy Facilities and operations Financial projections Funding options Licensing, permits, and insurance Marketing and advertising Mission and vision Personal goals

Risk management Staffing Staying motivated Acquiring insurance Business filings Creating a business card Creating an elevator pitch Determining target markets Developing a marketing/sales plan One page web site Opening a business bank account Writing an executive summary

 REGISTRATION

• Space is limited to 15 participants.
• First 15 qualified paid applicants will be accepted
• Tuition: $350
  Please mail or deliver a check or cash to Sierra Commons 107 Sacramento Street, Suite 300 Nevada City, CA 95959
• Deadline for applications and payment is July  3rd, 2012.

IGNITOR FACULTY:

• Rosalie Brown, Smart-Think-Marketing Group
  
• Mike Freedman, Right-Click
  
• Brian Gillings, BG Business Consulting
  
• Rosemary Metrailer, Law Offices of  Rosemary Metrailer
• Machen McDonald, Pro-Brilliance Leadership Institute
• Judy Nichols, Judy Nichols, CPA
• Coryon Redd, Coryon.com
• Ruth Schwartz, High Performance Advocates
• Doug Summers, Robertson, Woodford & Summers, LLP
• Robert Trent, Sierra Commons

DATES AND TIMES

Class Times
Wednesday 5:30-8:30 pm    Friday 9-12 am

WEEK 1 Course: Wednesday July 11th Mentoring: Friday July  13th WEEK 2 Course: Wednesday July 18th Mentoring: Friday  July 20th WEEK 3 Course: Wednesday  July 25th Mentoring: Friday  July  27th

WEEK 4 Course: Wednesday  August 1st Mentoring: Friday  August 3rd WEEK 5 Course: Wednesday  August 8th Mentoring: Friday August 10th WEEK 6 Course: Wednesday  August 15th Mentoring: Friday August 17th

Graduation Party TBD

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