FastTrac: free entreprenuership education in NYC.
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FastTrac helps entrepreneurs hone the skills needed to start, manage and grow a successful business. The City of New York has partnered with the Kauffman Foundation to provide two no cost FastTrac courses to New Yorkers: FastTrac NewVenture and FastTrac GrowthVenture.
FastTrac NewVenture
FastTrac GrowthVenture
FastTrac NewVenture
Do you have a great business idea? Do you want to launch your own business? Then FastTrac NewVenture can provide you with the tools to develop and complete your business launch.
FastTrac NewVenture will teach you how to identify and reach your target market, set financial goals and build an effective team. At the end of the program you will have a fully developed business plan.
FastTrac NewVenture consists of:
• A 6-day intensive boot camp (2 full days a week over 3 weeks) to help you determine the viability of your business plan including all steps necessary to launch
• One-on-one assistance from experienced entrepreneurs who will help you review ideas, assignments, and business plan
• Interactive presentations from successful entrepreneurs who can share their experience and insight on how to launch your own successful business
• Wrap-up session to formally present your final business plan for maximum feedback
• Connection to services that will help you start your business, including NYC Business Express to learn about the licenses and permits required for your business and NYC Business Solutions to get loan facilitation, legal and hiring assistance
Who can apply for FastTrac NewVenture?
You are eligible for FastTrac NewVenture if you are a New York City resident with:
• A well thought-out idea for a new business
• Two years of work experience
• Access to a computer to complete assignments
• Commitment to attend all sessions (approximately 40 classroom hours) and complete prep work
When is FastTrac NewVenture offered?
FastTrac NewVenture is offered on a monthly basis.
Dates for next FastTrac NewVentures:
Course A
Monday, June 15th
Wednesday, June 17th
Monday, June 22nd
Wednesday, June 24th
Monday, June 29th
Wednesday, July 1st
Course B
Tuesday, June 23rd
Thursday, June 25th
Tuesday, June 30th
Thursday, July 2nd
Tuesday, July 7th
Thursday, July 9th
Future FastTrac NewVentures: Please check back for dates for upcoming courses. If you would like us to notify you when course dates are available, please email [email protected].
How do you apply for one of the June courses ?
Please complete and submit the online application only once to be considered for both FastTrac NewVenture courses beginning in June.
Due to the volume of applications received and our drive to provide you with the most valuable learning experience possible, we cannot commit to accommodate your preference on course dates, but will take scheduling conflicts into consideration.
Application deadline: Monday, June 8th at 5 P.M.
*Applications must be completely filled out at one time.
For more information about FastTrac NewVenture:
Review the FastTrac FAQ for answers to frequently asked questions.
Email [email protected] or call 311 and ask about FastTrac.
FastTrac GrowthVenture
Do you need guidance on how to sustain or grow your business in the current economic climate? Are you interested in reviewing your business model? Then FastTrac GrowthVenture can prepare you with the tools and support to revise your business plan.
FastTrac GrowthVenture will teach you how to reshape your existing business. At the end of the program, you will have updated your business plan for strategic growth.
FastTrac GrowthVenture consists of:
• An 8-session classroom training held twice a week over 4 weeks (4-hours per session)
• One-on-one assistance from experienced entrepreneurs who will help you review ideas, assignments, and business plan
• Interactive presentations from successful entrepreneurs who can share their experience
• Connection to services that will help you operate and expand your business, including NYC Business Express to learn about the licenses and permits required for your business and NYC Business Solutions to get loan facilitation, legal, hiring and training assistance, and learn about incentives you may be eligible for
Who can apply for FastTrac GrowthVenture?
You are eligible for FastTrac GrowthVenture if you are a New York City resident with:
• A business that has been in operation for one or more years
• A well thought out argument for how FastTrac GrowthVenture will benefit your company
• Access to a computer to complete assignments
• Commitment to attend all sessions (approximately 30 classroom hours) and complete prep work
When is FastTrac GrowthVenture offered?
FastTrac GrowthVenture is offered on a monthly basis.
Next FastTrac GrowthVenture: Late June / Early July
Future FastTrac GrowthVentures: Please check back for upcoming courses. If you would like us to notify you when course dates are available, please email [email protected].
How do you apply?
Please return to www.nyc.gov/FastTrac in June to access the application for the next FastTrac GrowthVenture.
If you would like us to notify you when the application becomes available, please email [email protected].
For more information about FastTrac GrowthVenture:
Review the FastTrac FAQ for answers to frequently asked questions.
Email [email protected] or call 311 and ask about FastTrac.
