New Program Addresses Multiple Challenges for Second-Stage, Women-Owned Businesses
Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Kim Bode, Dog rescuer (hoarder), community advocate (vigilante), and proud (obsessed) Michigan business owner of 8THIRTY FOUR Integrated Communications, Grand Rapids, MI.
Kim and Jeffrey discuss SBAM’s Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship, supporting second-stage women-owned businesses in the SoundCloud below:
In their conversation Jeffrey had several things he wanted to find out from Kim:
Program Development & Vision
● What inspired the creation of the Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship, and how does it differ from other business support programs in Michigan?
● The inaugural cohort includes 11 businesses. What were you looking for in the selection process, and what made these businesses stand out?
● How was the curriculum developed to address the specific challenges facing second-stage, women-owned businesses?
● What transformative outcomes do you hope to see in these businesses by the end of the 8-month fellowship?
● You’ve incorporated both Kolbe Assessments and brand building into the curriculum. How do these elements specifically support women business owners in their growth journey?
Personal Leadership Perspective
● As an entrepreneur yourself, what unique perspective do you bring to your role as Program Director?
● What patterns or common challenges have you observed among second-stage women business owners in Michigan?
● How do you see the Fellowship evolving in future cohorts based on what you’re learning from this inaugural group?
● What would you say to women business owners who are considering applying for future cohorts?
● How does the Fellowship facilitate networking and relationship-building among participants?
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