Entrepreneur Leadership Development
The ELD entrepreneurship program is for emerging and established entrepreneurs in the Seattle area who want to grow their skills and financial opportunities through business and mentorship. Our 10-week course is comparable to a college course but is designed to give you everything you need to start your business.
How to Start a Business
This is the bottom line of what we teach. Every class is taught by proven entrepreneurs and successful local businesspeople with the real-world experience and technical know-how that you’ll need to succeed in your business venture. From defining and refining your call to business, to completing a lean business canvas that acts as a complete business plan framework, this course takes you through the basics of business ownership.
More than Just a Small Business Course
ELD goes beyond the classroom. We truly offer everything you need to succeed in business:
- Comprehensive course material taught by local business leaders
- A community of like-minded students, walking through this process together
- Partnership with a local business mentor who can help you work through creating your business plan
- Ongoing training, coaching, and networking in the Small Business Incubator