Our Programs
The New Advisor Network
The New Advisor Network is a weekly call for new SBDC advisors. Even if you have 20+ years of banking, the SBDC is a very different kind of business support organization. The New Advisor Network leverages research-backed best practices to help new SBDC advisors acclimate to the SBDC culture, connect with peers, and promote peer learning beyond the SBDC National Conference.
Federal Worker to Founder
Transitioning from a federal job to entrepreneurship? The Federal Worker to Founder program provides specialized support for former government employees looking to build their own businesses. We help you navigate business structures, funding opportunities, and industry pivots with expert guidance tailored to your unique experience.
Side Hustle to CEO
Empowering Arts Organizations to Build Sustainable Creative Businesses
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Side Hustle to CEO is an out-of-the-box program ready for delivery. This program is designed to help arts organizations support emerging creative entrepreneurs in turning passion into profit. This program provides the structure needed to help artists and makers transition from side projects to sustainable businesses. By equipping creatives with essential business skills, this program strengthens local arts ecosystems, fosters economic resilience, and ensures that talent thrives beyond grants and gigs.
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Through hands-on training and a strategic approach to growth, this program will help your organization expand its impact—transforming creative potential into long-term success.
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Let’s build stronger, more sustainable, creative communities together.
Weekend Ventures
Intensive and impactful, Weekend Ventures is a fast-paced startup development program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs. In just a few days, participants refine their ideas, validate their market, and develop a launch strategy with expert mentorship and peer collaboration.
"I had a great time at the Business Builders Bash! I learned a lot about entrepreneurship and how to start a new business. I learned a lot about myself and my leadership strengths. I would recommend!"
-2024 Participant
Student Consulting & Experiental Learning
Bridging the Gap Between Students and Businesses Through Real-World Consulting
This program equips SBDCs and universities with a turnkey solution for integrating experiential learning into their curriculum—without the burden of in-house program management. We provide in-depth onboarding, student outcome tracking, and business expectation management, ensuring seamless collaboration between students and local businesses.
From structuring engagements to defining project scopes, our team handles the details so you can focus on maximizing impact. Students gain hands-on experience tackling real-world business challenges, while companies benefit from fresh insights and innovative solutions.
Empower your institution with a proven model for meaningful, results-driven student consulting—without adding to your workload.
Let’s build the next generation of business leaders together.
UPBI Program Management
The UPBI Program Management initiative ensures seamless execution of business incubator programs. We provide expert oversight, strategic planning, and resource coordination to maximize impact for entrepreneurs and support organizations.
