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BUSINESS GROWTH ACCELERATOR

Strengthen, Scale and Sustain Your Business

SUBMIT INTEREST FORM

Program Overview

The Business Growth Accelerator is a virtual
7-week, cohort-based business accelerator designed to support justice-impacted business owners who are ready to strengthen their operations, increase stability, position their business for long-term growth, and prepare four funding.

This program combines:
  • Weekly structured instruction
  • Practical tools and guided assessments
  • A supportive learning community
The Business Growth Accelerator is built for justice-impacted entrepreneurs who are ready to scale their business with clarity, discipline, and strategy. Through this accelerator, Entre Capital will provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 for eligible small businesses through our underwriting process.

Accelerator Curriculum (7 Weeks)

Each week focuses on a core pillar of business readiness andsustainability.
  • Week 1: Foundations for Growth
  • Week 2: Financial Systems That Build Stability
  • Week 3: Refining Your Business Plan, Pricing, and Proof of Concept
  • Week 4: Planning for Funding
  • Week 5: Pitching with Purpose
  • Week 6: Building Business Structure & Protection
  • Week 7: Sustainability & Scale

Who Should Apply

The Business Growth Accelerator is ideal for business owners who:
  • Are actively operating a business
  • Want structure, accountability, and expert guidance
  • Are seeking to strengthen their foundation before pursuing capital
  • Are open to feedback, coaching,and learning
  • Can commit to attending all 7 weeks (virtual)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:
  • Be a justice-impacted
  • Be Texas based business owner
  • Have an active business
  • Be able to commit to the full     7-week program
  • Complete the application and intake process
  • Demonstrate readiness to engage in coaching and coursework
  • Provide:
  • State Issued ID
  • Verification of Income
  • Latest Business Tax Return
  • Latest Profit & Loss      Statement  
  • Business Entity Docs
  • Business Plan
This list is not all-encompassing; additional documentation may berequired at the discretion of Entre Capital. 

Additional eligibility criteria may apply based on funding or partnerrequirements.

What Participants Receive

Each week focuses on a core pillar of business readiness andsustainability.
  • Weekly live accelerator sessions
  • Guided business self-assessments
  • Access to curated tools and educational resources
  • Increased clarity around business readiness and next steps
  • Connection to a broader entrepreneur support ecosystem

Time Commitment & Expectations

Participants are expected to:
  • Attend all virtual sessions
  • Complete assignments
  • Actively participate in coaching     and discussions

Important Notes

  • Participation does not guarantee funding
  • The accelerator focuses on readiness, education, and sustainability
  • Additional documentation or follow-up may be required

Ready to Grow with Intention?

The Business Growth Accelerator is designed to meet you where you are andhelp you build toward where you’re going.
SUBMIT INTEREST FORM