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About the Launchpad Entrepreneur Academy
Start-Up Education Program
Are you ready to transform your entrepreneurial dreams into reality? The Launch Pad Program is here to guide you through every step of starting your own business. This 10-week course is a unique collaboration between the city of Matteson and TRIBE Insights, designed to help you propel your business ideas forward.
Program Details
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Date: January 12, 2026 - March 20, 2026
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Duration: 10 Weeks
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Format: Virtual Classes
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Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM CST
Program Fee
$500
Registration Deadline: December 15, 2025
Why Join
the Launchpad Program?
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Expert Guidance: Receive personalized coaching and insights from experienced entrepreneurs and business coaches.
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Comprehensive Curriculum: From validating your business idea to developing a detailed business plan and financial forecast, our program covers all the essential steps to start and grow your business.
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Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow aspiring entrepreneurs and industry professionals. Learn how to maximize your network to discover future collaborators and partners.
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Financial Support: Participants may be awarded up to $15,000 in business grants, including cash and in-kind services like marketing support, HR support, bookkeeping, etc.
Eligibility Criteria:
Entrepreneurship Program
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Have a Business Idea, Start-Up, or New Business three years old or less.
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Generate less than $250,000 in annual sales.
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Must have a valid business account to be eligible for grant payments.
Early Bird Registration:
Registration is capped at 50 students for the January 12, 2026 - March 20, 2026 Session.
Save $50 on full payment of $450 received by the early registration due date.
Early bird registration ends November 15, 2025.
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After early bird registration, full course fee is $500 for regular registration.
Full registration fee is due by December 15, 2025.
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If you are referred by a graduate of the Launchpad Entrepreneur Academy, you both will receive $25 cash back (up to $50 per paid student, payable to the referral and registrant valid business account, after successful completion of the Launchpad Entrepreneur Academy curriculum).
Ready to Ignite Your Business Journey?
Join us to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into a reality. Register today and take the first step towards building a successful future, where you're in the drivers seat!
Deadline to apply & pay: December 15, 2025. Scan the QR code or click the link below.
