SEED SPOT PROGRAMS FOR ENTREPRENEURS
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COVID-19/Coronavirus Response: SEED SPOT is committed to protecting the community while continuing to support impact-driven founders. All SEED SPOT programs are being held virtually. Browse the list and sign up for something fun!
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
THIS WEEK (8/3 - 8/7)
SBA Loan Application Process: PPP & EIDL
Date: Tuesday, 8/4/2020
1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
10:00am - 10:30am PDT
High Level Overview of IP Licensing
Date: Thursday, 8/6/2020
2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
11:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Applications for Impact Accelerator are Open!
Location: Online
Date: October 12 - November 19
NEXT WEEK
How to Pivot Gracefully During a Pandemic
Date: Tuesday, 8/11/2020
1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
10:00am - 10:30am PDT
2-Day Launch Camp
Location: Online
Date: Thursday - Friday, 8/13-8/14
11 AM - 3 PM EDT / 8 AM - 12 PM PDT
Tools and Techniques for Building a Brand with Less than $100
Date: Thursday, 8/13/2020
1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
10:00am - 10:30am PDT
Turning Your Business into a Force for Good
Location: Online
Date: Friday, 8/14/2020
12pm-2:30pm EDT
9am-11:30am PDT
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Essential Starter Kit for Raising $100k
Location: Online
Date: Friday, 8/28/2020
12pm-4:00pm EDT
9am-1:00pm PDT
6-Week Impact Accelerator
Location: Online
Date: October 12 - November 19
2-Day Pivot Camp
Location: Online
Date: Thursday - Friday, 9/24-9/25
11 AM - 3 PM EDT / 8 AM - 12 PM PDT
SEED SPOT x Black Girl Ventures 2-Day Launch Camp
Location: Online
Date: Thursday - Friday, 9/17-9/18
11 AM - 3 PM EDT / 8 AM - 12 PM PDT
2-Day Launch Camp - Join the Waiting List
Location: Online
Date: Thursday - Friday, 9/17-9/18
11 AM - 3 PM EDT / 8 AM - 12 PM PDT
FIND A PROGRAM TO MEET YOUR NEEDS
SEED SPOT increases venture success rates for impact-driven founders and teams.
LEARN
Pick up new skills, insights, and resources in these free expert-led sessions. Browse past programs in the Recorded Webinar Library.
Quick and informative
expert-led trainings
Free tactical workshops
with immediate application
LAUNCH & PIVOT
Our most popular programs
Start or pivot your impact business alongside other entrepreneurs with business-building workshops, mentorship, and pitch event.
From idea to market in
two days of fast, fun work
Make a quick pivot to a new
product or revenue model
SCALE
Accelerate venture growth through the power of SEED SPOT's global impact network, advanced training, funding opportunities, and top-tier mentors and experts.
Hyper-quick, tactical training
for scaling venture leaders
6-week accelerator for
fundraising & scale
CONNECT
Join the SEED SPOT community to support impact entrepreneurship, and form meaningful connections with founders, mentors, investors, and partners.
Inspiring pitches from
SEED SPOT entrepreneurs
Impact mastermind groups
for SEED SPOT Alumni
Not sure which program's right for you? Speak with a SEED SPOT Program Manager to receive personalized recommendations based on your goals and stage!
RECORDED WEBINAR LIBRARY
Missed a program or want to refresh your memory? Check out these free recordings and resources!
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: ADVICE from founders
How Redefining My Value Proposition Immediately Opened New Revenue Streams Post-COVID (Alumni Spotlight)
Program Date: 7/30/2020
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How I Pivoted My Service-Based Business to Online Delivery in 4 Weeks (Alumni Spotlight)
Program Date: (7/14/2020)
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How We Launched a BLM Platform in One Week (Alumni Spotlight)
Program Date: 6/26/2020
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BRANDING & Marketing
Marketing Strategies for Social Impact Businesses
Program Date: (5/26/2020)
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Building a Brand that Can Weather Any Season
Program Date: (5/15/2020)
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Effective Storytelling in Challenging Times: Today's Guide for Brand Leaders
Program Date (4/30/2020)
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The New Marketing Playbook: Messaging During #StayHomeStaySafe
Program Date: (4/15/2020)
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Lean Digital Marketing Hacks for Entrepreneurs
Program Date: (3/20/2020)
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Finance & Accounting
UPDATED: Unpacking & Applying for SBA Loans: PPP & EIDL
Program Date: (8/4/2020)
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Minimizing Dilution with Venture Debt
Program Date: (6/16/2020)
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What's After the PPP for Women Founders?
Program Date: (6/11/2020)
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Maximize Your Revenue with a Subscription Model Pivot
Program Date: (4/22/2020)
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How to Calculate your Financial Runway
Program Date: (4/21/2020)
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Equity Basics for Fundraising Founders
Program Date: (4/2/2020)
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Funding
How to Close $1 Million In Non-Dilutive Funding with a SBIR to Develop Your Innovation
Program Date: (7/28/2020)
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Financing Options for Your Venture
Program Date: (7/17/2020)
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Cap Table Essentials for Entrepreneurs
Program Date: (6/18/2020)
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An Introduction to Equity Crowdfunding
Program Date: (5/14/2020)
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Today's Investor Mindset: Insights for Startups
Program Date: (5/13/2020)
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Navigating Alternative Funding Sources
Program Date: (5/5/2020)
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Seed Fundraising from A to Z
Program Date: (4/17/2020)
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How to Perfect Your Pitch
Program Date: 4/17/2020
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LEGAL
11 Legal Must-Dos for Start-Ups Preparing for Funding
Program Date: 6/8/2020
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Choosing a Legal Entity Type for Your Venture
Program Date: 5/19/2020
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Leadership & Productivity
Impact Entrepreneur Workshop: Ask Me Anything with Scott Case
Program Date: 7/10/2020
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The Resilient Founder: Anxiety 101 (Alumni Feature)
Program Date: 6/23/2020
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10 Daily Practices for Fostering Your Entrepreneurial Mindset
Program Date: 6/9/2020
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Strategic Communications in Times of Transition
Program Date: 6/4/2020
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Leading through Change: Advice for Entrepreneurs from Insperity
Program Date: 6/1/2020
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Engaging & Maximizing Your Remote Team
Program Date: 5/8/2020
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Work Smarter Not Harder, Leveraging Competitor Insights to Accelerate Your Growth
Program Date: 5/15/2020
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Make Work from Home Work for You: A PT's Survival Guide
Program Date: 3/24/2020
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Product & Technology
How Redefining My Value Proposition Immediately Opened New Revenue Streams Post-COVID (Alumni Spotlight)
Program Date: 7/30/2020
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How I Pivoted My Service-Based Business to Online Delivery in 4 Weeks (Alumni Spotlight)
Program Date: (7/14/2020)
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Focusing on KPIs that Actually Matter for Your Business
Program Date: 7/2/2020
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How We Launched a BLM Platform in One Week (Alumni Spotlight)
Program Date: 6/26/2020
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Augmented Reality for Entrepreneurs: An Introduction
Program Date: 5/21/2020
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A Beginner's Guide to Payment Processing for Online Sales
Program Date: 4/28/2020
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VR Trends: Getting Strategic Ahead of the Curve
Program Date: 4/24/2020
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Conducting User Testing in a Physically-Distanced World
Program Date: 4/9/2020
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How to Turn Your Impact-Driven Idea into a Money Maker
Program Date: 3/20/2020
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Nonprofits
Nonprofits: Making the Most of May's Special #GivingTuesdayNow Event
Program Date: 4/28/2020
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Nonprofits: How to Adapt Your Digital Fundraising Strategy
Program Date: 4/13/2020
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SEED SPOT INFO SESSION
Impact Accelerator Info Session: Program & Application Process
Program Date:7/31/2020
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2-Day Launch Camp Info Session: SEED SPOT's Formula for Impact
Program Date:7/29/2020
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Pivot Camp Info Session: Pivot to Market in 2 Weeks
Program Date: 7/22/2020
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"Finding out about SEED SPOT was life-changing for me. I would wish SEED SPOT's mentorships and education on all the entrepreneurs starting up - all the people who have this idea in their mind or who are trying to right the wrongs of society like I am."
Sheila Iyengar, Founder of the Nagi Foundation
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Andrijan Smaic, Founder of Sustain Bars