Entrepreneurial Programs
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a business or a business owner looking to grow, you’re in the right place. From monthly networking opportunities to one-on-one business assistance, we will help you take your business to the next stage.
Entrepreneurial Meetups are great for building a business network. These free events have traditionally brought entrepreneurs together once a month to connect over coffee or drinks. Now being held virtually, these events continue to serve as great networking opportunities for local innovators.
EforAll Berkshire County
1Berkshire, alongside a number of regional stakeholders, is a proud partner of EforAll Berkshire County. EforAll Berkshire County is part of a network focused on accelerating economic and social impact and communities nationwide through inclusive entrepreneurship and programs include free pitch contests, business accelerators, and more!
Business Retention & Expansion Program (BREP)
BREP is your one-stop source for moving a business to the Berkshires or keeping one here. As the Regional Economic Development Organization, we have a network of partners with the best services possible for relocating or expanding your business. Looking for a bigger space to move your growing business? How about relocating from another state? We are here to help.
Latest News
Berkshire Starts – Spotlight
As 2017 begins, so too does another year of great programming from 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Starts program. Coming off of a very successful year, the program will be expanding and improving its events to better serve the growing audience. More than 300 people attended Berkshire Starts events in its inaugural
Calling All Berkshire Entrepreneurs
As the leaves begin to change color and autumn returns to the Berkshires, so too does 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Starts Pitch Competition! If you have a great business or idea that you would like to test before a panel of expert judges, don’t miss your chance to sign up today! Pitch
Questions
Email our Economic Development Team or call (413) 499-1600.