Bayou Region – Training for new and early-stage entrepreneurial companies will be offered beginning Wednesday, May 2 at Nicholls State University in Room 113 Ayo Hall. The 10-week series is designed to provide entrepreneurs with comprehensive insight into the launch and growth of a new business. The upcoming series will feature the program materials of FastTrac, the leading source of entrepreneurial training from, the Kauffman Foundation. Sessions last from two to two and one-half hours and cover topic including: Exploring Entrepreneurship, Identifying and Meeting Market Needs, Setting Financial Goals, Planning the Product/Service, Researching and Analyzing the Market, Reaching the Market, Building the Organization and Team, Planning for a profitable business, Monitoring Cash Flow, Seeking Funds and Implementing Next Steps.

The cost for the 10-week series is $700 but substantial tuition assistance may be available to companies certified by the Louisiana Economic Development, Small and Emerging Business Development (SBDC) program. For information on SEBD Certification, contact Susan Arcement at sarcement@lsbdc.org or 985-448-2585.

Complete information about the Entrepreneur Training Series is available online at www.slec.org.