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Join us for Plan for Growth, SBIDC's flagship multi-week small business management and leadership program run in partnership with Skopos Collective. 🚀Over 150+ businesses have graduated from Plan for Growth since 2016!
Over eight classes, you’ll gain hands-on instruction in leadership, finance, marketing, sales and strategy, equipping you with the skills and confidence to take your business to the next level. You’ll also develop a Growth Plan—a roadmap for your business’s future—and present it to your peers for feedback and accountability.
📺 Learn more by watching an info session from a previous cohort here.
The deadline to submit applications is Monday, April 7th, 2025. All applications are to be submitted using the form below.
All classes will take place at Creative Workshops at 33 35th Street in Industry City, Brooklyn.
Each class will begin promptly at 9:00 am and will end at 1:00 pm. Instructors to be announced soon.
Please note: Participants must attend all classes. The minimum weekly time commitment is 5 hours, including homework. If you cannot commit, we have another upcoming cohort in Fall 2025. Stay updated here.
Week Dates Topic
0 Weds, Apr 23 💻 Virtual Introductory Session
Kick off the program by meeting your cohort, setting expectations, and getting an overview of what’s ahead.
1 Weds, Apr 30 🚀 Leading with Purpose & Cohort Lunch (post class)
Jump into PFG by revisiting the origins of your business, refining your core values, and how to think strategically when leading your company forward.
2 Weds, May 07 🎯 Customer Profiles & Journeys
Identify your ideal customers and map their journey—what they need, why they choose you, and how to optimize their experience to build loyalty and increase sales.
3 Weds, May 14 📢 Marketing Strategies & Budgets
Marketing isn’t just about selling—it’s about building relationships. Learn how to craft a compelling brand story, connect with your audience, and choose marketing strategies that feel true to your business and ideal customers.
4 Weds, May 21 💰 Managing your Money Better
This class will help you demystify your business finances. Learn the essentials of accounting and how to analyze the story your numbers tell to make informed financial decisions with confidence.
5 Weds, May 28 📈 From Break-Even to Profit
Go beyond the basics to analyze profitability, pricing strategies and financial forecasting—so you can make proactive, growth-oriented decisions.
*** No Class: Week of June 2nd ***
6 Weds, Jun 11 🤝 B2B Sales & Business Development
Learn how to build a strong B2B sales strategy that aligns with your growth goals. We’ll refine your business development approach to create sustainable, high-value partnerships.
7 Weds, Jun 18 📌 Virtual Pitch Perfect Practice
In this session, you'll get the opportunity to meet with our amazing Program Instructors to perfect your Growth Plan and to get ready for your presentation.
8 Weds, Jun 25 🎤 Growth Plan Presentations!
Pitch your Growth Plan to the cohort, share your business vision and gain valuable feedback as you step forward with confidence in your next phase of growth.
Questions? Contact Yujia Hu at yhu@sbidc.org or (718) 965-3100 x121
