The NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids is launching a six-month entrepreneur training program called the FLO Business Hub starting on May 8. Designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to succeed in a competitive business environment, the program stands for Fellowship for Launching Opportunities.
The cost of the program is $249, with limited scholarships available for those who cannot afford the fee. Participants will meet three times a month for classes, peer review sessions, and networking events. Led by business professionals, the classes will cover topics such as writing business plans, establishing banking relationships, building brand identity, and developing marketing strategies.
In addition to these benefits, hub participants will also have access to insider information, priority consideration for opportunities at NewBo City Market, discounts on vendor rates, and entry to monthly networking events. For more information or to sign up, individuals can contact Matt McGrane, the market’s director of equitable business development at (319) 200-4050 or email him at matt@newbocitymarket.co.