Embracing New Beginnings
- Velocity Team
- Aug 27
- 2 min read
Welcome to the August edition of our newsletter.
This month, we introduce new programs to support your entrepreneurial growth. Explore INCUB-8, our dynamic incubator, and Momentum, our flagship program. We're also launching a money management bootcamp to enhance your financial skills. Take advantage of our free events and become part of a community focused on collaboration and success.
deation & Early Stage Incubator Program, Powered by Comerica Bank
Jump into entrepreneurship with this 8-week course featuring 8 in-person sessions and 7 virtual check-ins. Designed for innovators, INCUB-8 helps shape ideas into market-ready strategies. With guidance from Velocity Mentors and Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, participants will refine their market fit, pricing, and financial planning, finishing with a Year 1 milestone plan. Participants will learn about market dynamics, pricing strategies, and financial needs with expert mentors' help, ending with a solid go-to-market plan for impactful growth.
Deadline to Apply, September 3rd.
5-Week Money Management Bootcamp
Build Your Business. Strengthen Your Finances. Secure Your Future.
Presented by: Kimberly Phillips of Blueprint Wealth Strategies, LLC, and Healing Your Money
Are you a small business owner ready to take charge of your finances? Join us for a high-impact, hands-on bootcamp designed to help you strengthen both your personal and business financial systems—with clarity, confidence, and practical tools you can apply right away. Over five weeks, you'll delve into essential financial strategies, learning to manage cash flow, budget effectively, and plan for sustainable growth. Equip yourself with the financial acumen needed to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship and secure a prosperous future for your business.
Deadline to Apply, September 2nd
Aimed to Empower Established Businesses with Strategies To Achieve Long-term Sustainability.
Momentum is our signature incubator program, designed to equip entrepreneurs with a comprehensive business operations roadmap. By the end of this course, participants will have the essential tools to successfully operate and scale their businesses in today's competitive market.
This program is tailored for businesses with at least one-year of operations and existing revenue. Participants will receive expert support in key areas such as scaling strategies, marketing, legal guidance, funding opportunities.
Deadline to Apply, September 9th
Apply Now for Velocity’s Small Business Support Hub Grant
Velocity will be awarding one-time direct grants to eligible Macomb County small businesses for up to $5,000.00. To learn more & apply, please click Apply Now.
Deadline to Apply, September 15th
Riley Maher, DTE Energy, Data Scientist
"I have been a resident of Sterling Heights for my entire life. Seeing the city grow and develop into what it is today has been incredibly exciting. I joined the LDFA to help continue that growth and to ensure that Sterling Heights can continue to attract more amazing companies that help the city thrive. In my spare time, you can catch me at Michigan football games cheering on the Maize and Blue!"
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