U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

NEW BUSINESS LAUNCH CAMP

THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS
NOVEMBER 5-14, 2020

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Launch your impact-driven business to make a difference for a cause you care about.

$60 per person

Start or explore a new social impact business venture in a community of other entrepreneurs from the USVI!

THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS
November 5-14, 2020

Thursday Evenings: 11/5 & 11/12 from 7-9PM
Saturday Afternoons: 11/7 & 11/14 from 11AM-2PM

What to Expect after this Interactive Virtual Program:

A defined target customer, value proposition to meet their needs, and business model to sustain your work
A new network of business mentors and advisors
Meaningful connections with other impact-driven founders in a similar stage of growth
A refined, shareable pitch presentation and a compelling one-minute elevator pitch
Simple, actionable steps to get your prototype in market within two weeks
Membership into a global alumni network with lifetime benefits including mentorship, funding resouces, legal support, and more!

What You'll Get

Four business-building workshops
Interactive group sessions with other entrepreneurs from the USVI
Breakout assignments between sessions to accelerate your progress
1:1 access to entrepreneurial leaders
Access to support and coaching in office hours
Free lifetime benefits to the SEED SPOT Alumni Program
Concluding Pitch Showcase celebration event!

Agenda

SESSION 1: November 5, 7-9PM

2-Hour Interactive Group Session:

Identifying a Market Opportunity
Understanding Your Customer's Mindset
Defining Your Solution (Product, Service, Technology)

SESSION 2: November 7, 11AM-2PM

3-Hour Interactive Group Session:

Generating Revenue
Making Rapid Progress

SESSION 3: November 12, 7-9PM

Speed Mentor Event with Experts from the USVI

Practice One-Minute Elevator Pitch
Meet Virtually with Mentors, Get Support and Advice

SESSION 4: November 14, 11AM-2PM

Interactive Group Session + SPECIAL EVENT!

Next Steps for Your Business
Pitch Coaching
Special Event: Celebration Pitch Showcase & Award Ceremony

Access these benefits virtually by joining the online group from your computer, tablet, or smart phone. Complete interactive workshops, connect with likeminded entrepreneurs from the USVI in small-group virtual breakout groups, receive personal feedback and coaching from business experts, and make lasting connections with entrepreneurs and mentors from the local community!

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Launch Camp FAQs

Since this is a virtual program, how will the content be delivered?

SEED SPOT will utilize three important tools to make sure everyone can access the training, mentorship, and community of entrepreneurs that make this program so special:

1. An entrepreneur workbook that will guide your learning and business development
2. A Zoom video conference for those who can join by WiFi or smartphone network
3. A conference phone line for those who may not have internet access but can dial in by telephone.

You will attend this program remotely, but it will still be very collaborative and "hands-on" with loads of mentor support and connections with other entrepreneurs!

Do I need to have any specific technology tools or software to participate?

You can participate with a computer, mobile phone, or landline.
With internet or mobile service attendees will be able to view the presentation slides and see other participants' faces.
If you do not have access to a stable internet connection, you may dial into the audio instructions using a landline. This program has been designed so that those joining by phone will receive a complete experience.

What materials will participants have access to?

Will this program be recorded?

How will I benefit from the New Business Launch Camp?

I already have a business - is this program for me?

I don't have an idea or a business - can I still attend?

I'm in high school - can I participate?

Is attendance mandatory for all sessions?

I'm not sure I'm ready to participate in the Pitch Showcase - is this required?

We promise that you will feel fully confident and prepared to pitch your impactful venture at the concluding Pitch Showcase when the time comes!
The Pitch Showcase is an important step in your New Business Launch Camp experience and participation in this portion of the program has been proven to increase venture success rates...and program satisfaction rates!
If you are really not comfortable, the SEED SPOT team will help you find an alternative to pitching at the Pitch Showcase event.

What happens after the Launch Camp?

Great question! The Launch Camp is the just beginning of your entrepreneurial journey, and your relationship with SEED SPOT.
After the program you will have a community of fellow entrepreneurs to lean on!
You will also be considered a SEED SPOT alumnus, meaning that you'll have access to tools, resources, and mentors for life.
Immediately after the Launch Camp, we send you a weekly email to follow-up on the goals you established to help propel you towards success.

As a SEED SPOT alumnus, what resources will I have access to?

As an alumnus, you have access to a number of resources to guide you through the growth of your venture including:

Membership to SEED SPOT Community Slack group & Founder Scrums
One-on-one mentorship through SEED SPOT's National Mentor Program
Exclusive weekly Alumni Newsletter with special offers + priority access to SEED SPOT specialty programming
Up to $10,000 in 0% interest loans through Kiva
Strategic introductions to national venture funds & accelerators like Techstars & Halcyon
Up to $100,000 in Amazon Web Services cloud computing credits
Pro bono legal support
Marketing and branding services and software for up to 50% off
Discounted coworking office space
This list is always growing--we'll update you when more benefits become available!

PROGRAM LEADERS

Tricia Homer

Director of Business Communication, Lecturer,
Executive Communication Coach at the University of Maryland

Trevonne Homer

Territorial Program Manager,
Virgin Islands Department of Education

Thia Homer

Senior Business Analyst,
FirstBank

Eric Grims

Co-Owner / Producer / Business Manager,
Appreciation Moments, LLC

Daryl Wade

CIO / Senior Vice President,
Virgin Islands Next Generation Network

Lauren McDAnell

VP of Programs,
SEED SPOT

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"There was an abundance of advice, resources and support to meet each "boot camper's" needs and although we were all at different stages in our businesses, SEED SPOT met each of us where we were. This program is a must for any entrepreneur!”

Sarah Sanchez, Beneficial Beans, SVP Boot Camp March 2016