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FastTrac® GrowthVenture™

• Assists entrepreneurs in evaluating their current business and determine the changes needed to improve performance and grow the business.
• Focuses on helping entrepreneurs take a step back, look at the big picture, and work ON their business, not just IN their business.
• Helps to strengthen the ability of entrepreneurs to make critical decisions and equip themselves with the knowledge and skills needed to determine the best way to pursue business growth

The primary objectives are to help entrepreneurs effectively evaluate and improve their:

• Overall business strategy and vision for the future
• Ability to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace
• Changing role in managing the business
• Focus and alignment of all aspects of the business

Graduate Spotlight

"The best thing about the FastTrac GrowthVenture program is it helped open my eyes to some professional short comings. Working on my S.W.O.T. analysis and budget helped me see the great opportunities that my company and I have. FastTrac forced me to organize my vision and create a game plan to get it done!" Sharon Bell, Memorable Celebrations

FastTrac GrowthVenture Program Outline
The GrowthVenture program is made up of 10, three-hour modules. The first three focus on analyzing the current business status and deciding on a strategic direction for the business. The last seven modules guide the entrepreneur to evaluate each major aspect of the business, thus creating a strategic plan for growth.

Setting Direction…

Week 1- Sizing Up Your Business
Week 2- Exploring Growth Opportunities
Week 3- Making Strategic Decisions

Taking Action…
Week 4- Using Financial Tools
Week 5- Strengthening the Product/Service
Week 6- Seizing the Market
Week 7- Leading the Organization
Week 8- Managing Operations for Growth
Week 9- Charting Financial Performance
Week 10- Making it happen

Review Weekly Modules

Graduate Spotlight

"I studied this in business school, but I wasn't a business owner then!" - Tracie Utter, Utterly Organized

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FastTrac® GrowthVenture™ and Listening to Your Business™ are registered trademarks of the Kauffman Foundation of Entrepreneurship.