Igniting Entrepreneurs Through Training, Coaching & Funding
Training - Coaching - Funding
Spark Thomasville
Spark Thomasville's 12-week Entrepreneur Training Program, Workshops, Seminars, and Events empower entrepreneurs with foundational business education and relevant industry insight.
Topics include:
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Business plan creation
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Branding
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Sales
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Product and service development
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Legal matters
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Marketing
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Finance
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Pitch preparation
Suitable for:
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Aspiring entrepreneurs
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Business owners seeking to grow their ventures
Offers:
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Practical curriculum
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Access to applicable and relevant real-world business experiences
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Attention to the unique needs of each entrepreneur and their business
Training
Spark Thomasville Coaches support and guide entrepreneurs and enhance their chances of success.
Coaches:
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Conduct meetings with entrepreneurs each week throughout the 12-week Program
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Help navigate the challenges of starting, running, and scaling a business
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Offer feedback and accountability
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Identify resources for business strategy and network building
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Assist in setting realistic milestones
Coaching
Community Development Loan Fund for Thomasville
For entrepreneurs who complete the Spark Thomasville’s 12-Week Entrepreneur Business Education Training Program The Community Development Loan Fund (CDLF) for Thomasville offers:
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Support to entrepreneurs facing barriers to accessing traditional funding
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Loans addressing specific needs of startups and small businesses in underserved areas
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Additional coaching and training after loans are dispersed
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Help creating opportunities leading to job creation
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Assistance in building to a more economically viable Thomasville community
Funding
Financial Coaching
Strong businesses are built on strong financial foundations. That is why financial education and coaching are integrated throughout our 12-Week Signature Entrepreneur Development Program.
Each week, participants receive practical financial training designed to help entrepreneurs better understand and manage both their business and personal finances. Topics may include:
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Budgeting and cash flow management
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Business banking fundamentals
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Understanding credit and credit-building strategies
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Business financial statements
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Pricing products and services for profitability
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Managing debt responsibly
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Accessing capital and preparing for funding opportunities.
High School Students Will:
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Gain real-life experience in starting and running a business
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Be coached by high school educators
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Attend business plan, marketing and pitch workshops with community leaders
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Earn a badge as a resume and/or college application credential
High School Students Improve Their:
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Business, Problem-Solving, Communication and Leadership Skills
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Financial Literacy
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Work Ethic and Responsibility
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Creativity and Innovation
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Business Network
Spark Thomasville Fall 2024 Cohort
Angela Murphy
Owner, Global Consulting Alliance, Coach Patricia Powell (not shown)
Nyhema Hicks
Owner, Early Learning Academy, Coach Dave Crane
Ordette Thomas
Owner, Turquiose Sparkle, Coach Blanding Beatty
Jennifer Dyson
Owner, Unlimited & Beyond Catering, Coach Lorraine Williams, Harry Vann (not shown)
Lisa Gardner
Owner, Fire N Ice, Coaches Earl Williams, Sue Keith
Diangela Byrd
Owner, Higher Heights, Coach Doug Shierling
Vivian Moore
Owner, Vegan Devine, Coach Jill Higgins
Spark Thomasville 2023 Cohort
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10 Businesses
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11 Entrepreneurs
Roderick Blue
Owner, Joyful Vegan
Jasmine Calhoun
Owner, The Diverse Pour
Venesia Calhoun
Owner, Comfort Creeks Adult Care Facility
Tequesta Diggs
Owner, Sashay All Day
Lauren Gouldbourn and Natasha Jones
Owners, Salon Suites on Broad
Tammy Griggs
Griggs Transportation Services
Shaunta Lamons
Owner, Tae’s Unique Designs
Ruby Lloyd
Owner, Oak Leaf Waters
Sybol Rembert
Top Notch Training Institute
Kentrella Shoats
Owner, CookieTrelle