2026 Growth & Financial Fluency Cohort
Date and Time
Wednesday Jul 15, 2026
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
Fees/Admission
Participants must apply and be accepted to attend.
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Bre'Asia Hamlin
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Description
The Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub and the Michigan Good Food Fund are partnering to support growth-stage food businesses by helping entrepreneurs master their money, grow their operations, and gain the tools and resources needed for long-term success.
To participate, interested applicants must submit the pre-application/LOI by June 17 and a completed application by June 22, 2026. Applications will be reviewed, and selected participants will be notified during the week of June 29, 2026.
- Knowing Your Numbers – July 8, 2026
- This session will help food entrepreneurs gain confidence in the financial side of their business.
- Presenter: Ederique “Chef E” Goudia
- Licensing & Regulations – July 15, 2026
- This session will break down the essential licensing and regulatory requirements for food-based businesses.
- Presenter: Ederique “Chef E” Goudia
- Marketing & Customer Journey – July 22, 2026
- This session focuses on building meaningful customer connections and creating a strong brand presence.
- Presenter: Erika Tebbins
- Growth & Scaling – July 29, 2026
- This session will provide entrepreneurs with the tools and strategies needed to grow and scale their business effectively.
- Presenter: Nesaa Bandele
Applicants will need to sign up for a free Grant Lifecycle account to apply.
