Programs at The Commons
Champions
Access feedback and insights from expert mentors with peers at similar stages of business.
Who Should Attend
Those who have been in business for two to five years, know what works but are looking for support to scale or expand.
What to Expect
Champions groups meet monthly for 5 mentor-led sessions focused on meeting specific business challenges. Groups are limited to 6-8 participants.
Month 1:
Month 4:
Advancing Marketing & Branding Goals
Month 2:
Building Aligned Business Development Strategy
Month 5:
Ensuring Financial Efficiency
Month 3:
Conquering Lean Startup Sales
The Commitment
5 Sessions:
Attend all 5 sessions. More than 2 absences may result in disqualification.
Special Circumstances:
If special circumstances may prevent or limit your attendance, please let us know. We try our best to accommodate needs due to transportation, childcare and “day jobs.”
5 Meetings:
Book and attend 30-minute meetings with the mentors after group session.
Support:
Support fellow participants in troubleshooting and challenging their assumptions.
Participate:
Participate actively in facilitated group discussions. Engage guest speakers, challenge your assumptions and talk to potential customers.
Meet Our Mentors
Program Cost
Five Sessions: $100
Fee assistance available based on financial need. Email Programs@thecommons.co
Program Dates
Champions applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Sessions run Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm-8:00pm. If you’d like more information before applying, contact us to meet with staff, facilitators or alumni.
Currently Champions is held virtually via Zoom.
Cohort #7:
Application Deadline: May 28
Notification Date: June 8
Session Dates:
- Session # 1 – July 6
- Session # 2 – August 3
- Session # 3 – September 7
- Session # 4 – October 12
- Session # 5 – November 2
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