FAST FORWARD

Phase 3: Growning a Company

Admissions Criteria

Founder must own, have licensed, or be working on a unique, viable business concept

Company must be shipping product/service OR if in a regulated industry that requires trials, must be in trials

Company must have less than $5 million in sales

Sign the client engagement agreement

Program Objectives

Work with executive coaches to identify challenges and opportunities

Develop strategies around capitalizing on opportunities

Align resources with desired outcomes

Expand manufacturing practices and Quality systems

Implement business development strategies (i.e. sales channel development, direct sales, social media sales, etc.)

Explore geographically diverse opportunities

Build their management team

Program Fee

16 Weeks of Eligible Mentoring

Graduation Criteria

Fast Forward is an open-ended program with no graduation requirement. Program entry and exit is based on meeting established goals and objectives.

Client Benefit

One-on-one meetings as needed not to exceed 40 hours per quarter

Introductions to potential mentors, advisers, and collaborators

Skills training to engage potential stakeholders

Free use of The Hub's facilities (conference rooms, open work space, etc.)