What You Will Learn from the Monthly Option-Established Entrepreneur Plan
For $65 per month, the Monthly Option-Established Entrepreneur plan is tailored for established entrepreneurs seeking to elevate their business to the next level. This membership provides exclusive access to Black to Black events at The Blackwood Building, including pop-up shops, a residency opportunity, and access to a dedicated street team for marketing.
Topics Include Live Assistance on:
- Grant Applications: Learn how to identify and apply for various grants to fund your business.
- SAM Registrations/NAICS Code Selection: Get assistance with the System for Award Management (SAM) registrations and selecting the appropriate North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes.
- Certification Registration: Receive guidance on registering for necessary business certifications.
- Capability Statement Creation: Develop a compelling capability statement to showcase your business’s strengths and services.
- Business Plan Creation: Craft a comprehensive business plan to guide your business strategy and growth.
- Banks vs. CDFI's and What's Needed When You Apply: Understand the differences between banks and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and the requirements for loan applications.
- Motor City Match and Other Similar Opportunities: Explore opportunities like Motor City Match to boost your business’s visibility and resources.
- Business Visibility: Learn strategies to increase your business’s visibility and attract more customers.
- Personal Credit Session: Improve your personal credit to support your business’s financial health.
- Business Credit Session: Build and enhance your business credit to secure better financing options.
- How to Build Wealth with Real Estate: Discover ways to build wealth through real estate investments.
- Trust/Estate Planning Session: Get expert advice on trust and estate planning to protect your assets and plan for the future.
Additional Benefits
- Monthly Meetings: Engage in monthly meetings to stay informed, motivated, and connected with the latest entrepreneurial insights.
- Group Chat: Participate in our group chat to share resources, ask questions, and network with fellow entrepreneurs.
- Shared Grants and Entrepreneur Resources: Access a curated collection of grants and resources specifically tailored for entrepreneurs.
- Community of Like-Minded Entrepreneurs: Join a supportive community of peers who share your entrepreneurial drive and ambition.
Curriculum
Your instructor
Ebony Cochran is a seasoned entrepreneur known as "The Debt Survivor," whose dynamic journey through the world of business and finance has become a cornerstone of her teaching philosophy. With a wealth of experience, including owning and subsequently selling a six-figure tax business to H&R Block, as well as managing a substantial portfolio of over 100 residential and commercial properties in Detroit, her real-world insights bring invaluable depth to the course. Her entrepreneurial acumen is matched only by her impact in financial consulting, where her leadership at Blackwood Credit Services has empowered over 4,000 individuals and spearheaded a staggering $35 million in debt elimination.
Beyond her business ventures, Ebony's commitment to social entrepreneurship is evident in initiatives such as The Clean Closet, which supports high school students with essential hygiene resources. Her academic background, bolstered by three associates degrees and a Bachelor's degree in Business from Eastern Michigan University, underpins the practical expertise she imparts to each entrepreneur in her class. As a devoted educator and mentor, Ebony is energized by the opportunity to guide established entrepreneurs through the challenges of growth, sustainability, and social responsibility, leveraging her story of resilience and triumph in the complex tapestry of business leadership.