Columbia Business Report: Exciting Sessions on Entrepreneurship and Business Expansion Coming to the City

The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is currently inviting applications for two upcoming courses that will offer valuable resources to business owners. These courses, the 2024 NxLevel Microentrepreneur and the 2024 FastTrac Growth Venture, will run from January to March and provide essential tools and strategies for self-employment and sustainable growth.

The NxLevel Microentrepreneur program is designed to help entrepreneurs achieve financial independence through self-employment. The program includes in-person classes held at two locations, the Busby Street Community Center and the Earlewood Park Community Center, on specific dates from January 25th through March 28th. This course provides a comprehensive curriculum that covers everything from business planning to marketing and finance.

On the other hand, the FastTrac Growth Venture program, in partnership with Midlands Technical College, focuses on helping businesses reach their full potential through proven frameworks and processes. This program aims to facilitate sustainable growth and efficient operations. In-person classes will be held from January 23 through March 26, 2024, at the Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus. This course provides entrepreneurs with practical guidance on how to scale their businesses while maintaining profitability.

Interested individuals can visit the Office of Business Opportunities website for more information about these courses and to apply. Enrolling in these programs can be an excellent opportunity for business owners to gain valuable skills and knowledge that can help them succeed in their entrepreneurial endeavors.