JumpStart My Biz Business Bootcamp

JumpStart My Biz is a comprehensive, FREE business education bootcamp designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs build clarity and confidence in developing their business ideas into a complete business model.

Program Structure

• Format: In-person with virtual option available
• Duration: Eight modules delivered over 4 weeks
• Schedule: Meets twice per week
• Cost: Completely FREE
• Cohorts: Spring and Fall annually

2026 Schedule

Spring 2026 Cohort: March 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, and 31
Fall 2026 Cohort: October 20, 22, 27, 29, November 2, 5, 10, and 12

What Participants Learn

Participants move through the full lifecycle of early-stage business development—from idea refinement to readiness for growth. They will:

1. Gain clear understanding of different legal business structures and tax implications
2. Discover business design offerings to determine ideal customer
3. Develop a successful business model rooted in profitability
4. Learn diverse pricing structures to attract target market
5. Create winning marketing strategies to meet sales goals
6. Learn fundamentals of developing a successful elevator pitch
7. Understand business financials
8. Identify diverse financial products and process to access capital

Exposure to Business Ecosystem

Participants gain exposure to:

• Public and private-sector corporate entities
• Financial institutions
• Business consultants
• Legal professionals
• Insurance and Investment Agencies
• Other business resources

Support Provided

• Dinner: Provided prior to each session
• Childcare: Available for participants who need it
• Post-Program Support: Access to private business coaching, bookkeeping assistance, and ongoing support after leaving the program

Eligibility

• Open to the public
• Early-stage business owners
• Commitment Required: Participants must commit to attending all eight sessions (twice per week)

Contact

• For childcare or eldercare accommodations: tonoa@ayafoundation.org
• General: benny@ayafoundation.org

Funder Information

AYA Foundation

• Colorado's Black-serving and Black-led Operating Community Foundation
• Mission: Creating a vibrant community of Black entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders

Application Process

Registration: Pre-registration is required

Steps to Apply:

1. Visit the registration page
2. Register for either Spring or Fall 2026 cohort
3. Commit to attending all eight sessions (twice per week)

What to Bring:

• Laptop
• Tablet
• Pens
• Pad of paper

Important Notes:

• By signing up, you are committing to attending all eight sessions held twice per week
• Dinner is provided
• Childcare is available upon request
• For childcare or eldercare accommodations, contact tonoa@ayafoundation.org

Registration URL: Register directly on the AYA Foundation website