Pathways for Aspiring Business Starters

Entrepreneurs are vital to our economy, and there has been a spike in new companies created over the last year. There are now more resources than ever to help future business owners, of all backgrounds, pursue their plans. WSM has formed partnerships to create two new programs right here in the county that promote innovation and socially-driven solutions through entrepreneurship this spring.

Introducing…

Launch Montgomery, developed in partnership with Opportunity Education, is a no-cost, mentor-led, peer-based experiential learning platform designed to discover, equip and activate the next generation of entrepreneurs in Montgomery County, MD through personalized, hands-on learning and application of critical business skills. This program is specifically for young adults between the ages 18-25. Click here to learn more!

The Food for Profit Workshop, planned in partnership with Montgomery County Government and the University of Maryland, is a 6½ hour overview of how to start and operate a small food product business offered in May. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for more information on this workshop coming soon.

Do you share key characteristics with successful entrepreneurs? Let us help you get started!

• Entrepreneurs have strong leadership qualities – WSM’s training programs such as Launch Montgomery or Food for Profit will help you better determine if you have the qualities to run a business. We can help you explore the traits it takes to amass a team of people that shares your business goals.
• Entrepreneurs are highly motivated – Do you enjoy a challenge and work tirelessly to solve the problems that confront you? Come join similar individuals to better identify the challenges and solutions for successful entrepreneurship.
• Entrepreneurs are risk takers. However, they are calculating and able to make the best decisions in tough situations. They believe in the old adage “nothing ventured, nothing gained.” It is time for you to venture to WSM.