1Berkshire, as part of its Berkshire Starts program, is proud to announce the Region’s first-ever Business Bootcamp. The creation of the 1Berkshire/MCLA Business Bootcamp is the result of a strategic collaboration between 1Berkshire and the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts aimed at fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem throughout the Berkshires. The objective of Business Bootcamp is to provide participants with a basic understanding of the essential elements involved in successfully starting and growing a business venture.
“This joint effort with MCLA is another example of how well the region is coming together to work collaboratively to provide robust tools for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Bootcamp attendees will benefit by learning from both educators and practitioners, providing them with a more well-rounded understanding of how to approach their individual work.” – Jonathan Butler, CEO 1Berkshire
The Business Bootcamp will provide 10 Workshops covering Design Thinking, the Lean Canvas Business Plan model, Business Accounting, Legal Structure & IP, Funding, Marketing and Pitching Investors. The 3-hour workshops will be co-presented by MCLA Faculty, paired with experienced business executives serving as Mentors in 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Starts program. This program is free for selected applicants.
“MCLA is excited as well as committed to working with a range of local partners to enhance and build experiences for our students and residents of the County to further grow our region’s economy.” – James F. Birge, President MCLA
The Business Bootcamp is open to entrepreneurs, early-stage business owners, students and individuals aspiring to start a new venture. The workshops will begin on March 14th and run through April 18th, Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 1Berkshire, 66 Allen Street in Pittsfield. The deadline to apply is March 1st and applications can be found at 1berkshire.com/business-bootcamp/. Space is limited.
About 1Berkshire Berkshire Starts
Berkshire Starts is a series of programs and resources that assist entrepreneurs and small business owners initiate and grow their ventures. Berkshire Starts connects these businesses with human capital, collaborative workspace, access to financial assistance, and more that allows this innovative community to thrive. We are proud to have Guardian Life Insurance of America as our Berkshire Starts sponsor for 2017. For more information, visit 1berkshire.com/berkshire-starts/.