UNCW’s SBTDC Invites Entrepreneurs to “Taking the Leap”

Sponsored Content provided by Robert Burrus - Dean , Cameron School of Business - UNC-Wilmington

Embarking on a business journey without proper guidance can feel overwhelming. UNCW’s SBTDC (Small Business and Technology Development Center) can help you take the leap with confidence knowing you have the essential tools for success with the Taking the Leap program.

Taking the Leap
The upcoming Taking the Leap program will be held September 12th, 19th, and 26th, 2024 (at no cost) and requires an application for admission. The program offers an opportunity for high-potential startups and founders to network with fellow entrepreneurs, exchange ideas, and gain invaluable insights.

Participants will receive personalized guidance from experienced instructors, guest mentors, and resources including:

Business Plan Templates, Outlines, and Guides
Financial Projection Templates
Intellectual Property Guide
Digital Marketing Strategies
Market and Industry Insights
Customer Discovery Techniques
Startup Checklist

SBTDC at UNC Wilmington
The SBTDC at UNCW serves the counties of Brunswick, Columbus, Duplin, New Hanover, Onslow, and Pender. The SBTDC team can help your business make better, more informed decisions. Specifically, clients work with the SBTDC to:

Access sources of capital and financing
Evaluate and improve your financial performance
Explore new market opportunities
Improve leadership skills and employee performance

The business counseling services are effective, confidential, and provided free of charge to businesses and entrepreneurs.

Over the past six months, the SBTDC at UNCW has added to its staff of general business counselors highly specialized, skilled professionals with expertise in Business Launch, International Business Development, and Government Contracting.

Taking the Leap (Wilmington)
When: September 12, 19, and 26, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE)
803-G S College Road, Wilmington, NC

Click here to submit an application

If you miss the September event, there will be additional ones held later in the year and in 2025. Keep up with SBTDC events at sbtdc.org/events or sign up for the SBTDC newsletter: sbtdc.org/newsletters.

About The SBTDC

The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) is a business advisory service of the UNC System, administered statewide by NC State University and operated in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Since 1984, the SBTDC has helped over 150,000 North Carolina business owners and prospective entrepreneurs make better business decisions. The SBTDC has 16 offices across North Carolina staffed by specially trained professionals. For more information, visit sbtdc.org. Follow the SBTDC on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn.

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UNCW’s SBTDC Invites Entrepreneurs to “Taking the Leap”

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