Create: The Idea Stage

A 5-week program that offers four workshops and educational sessions to help MBAC Clients who are ready to enter the world of entrepreneurship, but need help developing an idea.

This program offers an opportunity for the business to gain access to free technical training that will assist in getting started.

At the end of MBAC Create, the participant should know if they are ready or not to be an entrepreneur, if the business idea is viable, and have a complete Business Model Canvas to guide to the next level of entrepreneurship.

class information & selection process

Classes will be held at the Youngstown Business Incubator (YBI) at 241 W. Federal Street, Youngstown, Ohio 44503 on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm.

The program is open to any African American, Hispanic American, Native American Asian American, Economically or Socially Disadvantaged Individuals in Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning, Columbiana, Jefferson, Belmont or Monroe Counties. Simply fill out the form below.

Space is limited so acceptance will be on a first come, first served basis. Once reviewed, an email will be sent to confirm acceptance along with program guidelines.

MBAC Create Application

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Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Email*
Phone*

Company Name*
Describe your business or business idea:*
Using a scale of 1 to 7 please describe how far along you are in the idea stage of business. 1 means you are still thinking about your idea & 7 means that you have done research and are ready to implement your idea.*
Please explain why you chose that number in the questions above.*
Have you ever started & run a business in the past?*
- Yes
- No
If yes, what was the business name & type?

Is your business registered with the state?*
- Yes
- No
Do you have a current business plan?*
- Yes
- No
What do you need to help you be a successful business owner?*

By checking "I AGREE" below and submitting this completed application you are acknowledging that you are aware of the program dates and, if accepted into the MBAC Create program, you will complete the necessary requirements to compete and participate in the program.*
- I AGREE