Our Business Coaching Programs
We believe financial capital alone isn’t enough to build a thriving business. That’s where business coaching and technical assistance (TA) comes in. TA is the behind-the-scenes support that helps small businesses and cooperatives grow stronger, smarter, and more sustainable. Both of our programs below are offered free of charge to Massachusetts-based businesses.
Accelerate Your Impact
for businesses ready to scale, create good jobs, and lead with purpose
Accelerate Your Impact is our Massachusetts Small Business Coaching Program that offers free one-on-one business coaching services in English and Spanish. You receive:
- Capital readiness: Understanding what kind of funding fits your goals
- Financial projections: Building the roadmap to a stable future
- Resource navigation: Finding tools, experts, and programs that support your goals
- Access to contracts: Growing your revenue through new partnerships
This program is offered at no cost to businesses, thanks to funding from MassDevelopment and JP Morgan Chase. It’s available year round, but spots are limited.
GreenEdge Accelerator Program
for businesses in the clean energy sector, particularly HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and construction
The GreenEdge Accelerator equips entrepreneurs with the skills, connections, and funding readiness to scale their small business in Massachusetts' thriving clean energy sector. In this program, businesses receive:
- 1-on-1 Business Coaching: Get expert guidance tailored to your business.
- MWBE Certifications Support: Navigate the certification process with ease.
- Business Development: We guide you in identifying funding opportunities and business contracts in the sector.
- Stipend: $1,000 when you complete the program and $75,000 worth of business support.
This program is offered at no cost to businesses, thanks to funding from MassCEC.
Connect with our Community Partners
Our community partners provide technical assistance, business coaching, connections, and educational programming to our portfolio investments. To filter, select one category at a time. Unselect to filter by a different category.
Springfield Creative City Collective
Aims to foster a vibrant creative economy in Springfield by supporting artists, cultural organizations, and creative enterprises.
Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce
Supports business development and economic prosperity in the Springfield region through advocacy, networking, and educational programs.
Massachusetts Business Development Center Network
Provides high-quality, confidential business advice, training, and resources to Massachusetts small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Boston Center for Cooperative Ownership
The Boston Center for Community Ownership is a worker-led nonprofit that supports cooperative development through organizing, training, and technical assistance. They focus
Centro Cooperativo de Desarrollo Social
The Center for Cooperative Development and Solidarity (CCDS) is a nonprofit that supports immigrant communities in East Boston by helping them create