Angela Ackerman is a 25 year serial entre/intrapreneur, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, program trainer/instructor, DEI consultant and thought leader with a Bachelor in Science degree from Tufts University in Bio-Psychology, an Organizational Management Post-grad degree from Northwestern University, and Post-grad degree from Yale University in Behavioral Economics. She is a Business Psychologist on a journey to empower, inspire and connect across socioeconomic and geographic boundaries, bringing neuroscience into the workplace, providing personal and professional development consulting through a holistic approach to profit growth by closing the information and confidence gap for owner/operator businesses in transition.
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National Program Results
Based on 2021 Assessment Data, collected by Interise

  • 97% of Businesses recommend the program
  • 77% of alumni businesses increased or maintained their annual revenues, with an average annual revenue growth of 38%.
  • 78% of alumni businesses reported being profitable.
  • $399 million in government contracting secured by alumni businesses.
  • 60% of alumni CEOs stay connected to fellow participants, with 29% doing business with each other.
  • 60% of alumni businesses added or retained jobs.

Basic Eligibility Requirements 

  • Applicant must be the owner or co-owner of business. 
  • Minimum $50,000-$100,000 in annual revenues *
  • Business operating a minimum of one year
  • Business has at least one full-time employee besides owner *
  • Willingness and ability to attend class for 7 months, complete mandatory assignments, and complete program surveys as requested.

    *Exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis 
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Join the next generation of entrepreneurs. It’s time to take your business to the next level.

Get the business knowledge, management know-how, and networks you need to propel your small business. Watch your business thrive by signing up for the QUEST program today. This program is FREE for Quincy and Milton Chamber Members.

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The Pursuit of Success

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MEET THE GRADUATES

“Through this journey, topics including finances, management, operations, developing SMART goals, marketing and social media were woven into weekly discussions that we now apply into our daily business practice.” 
“Thrilled to have been included in this amazing opportunity! I learned so much and it has changed me and my business!” 
Kathy O’Brien & Amy Valleli  

The Mutt, LLC

Katie Raimondi 
The Gifted Heart
Helen Shiner 
The Shiner Group
“Quest is the best educational program around for small business owners!   I can’t recommend this program highly enough.” 
“This program helped me focus and get organized. I also met wonderful people that I still see today. It was definitely worth the time and effort.” 

Beth Whitney

Fitness Unlimited

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SUPPORTIVE BUSINESS NETWORK
 
Once connected, business owners have this revelation: “I don’t have to be alone.” As a participant, you’ll be surrounded by CEOs, like you, who will become your trusted advisors. There is also an alumni group of CEOs, living around the country, for you to connect with for advice and business opportunities.
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PRACTICAL BUSINESS EDUCATION
 
The Quincy Chamber of Commerce brings you QUEST, powered by Interise's award-winning StreetWise 'MBA'™ curriculum. This hands-on program provides the knowledge and know-how business owners need to create (and manage) a customized, three-year strategic growth plan.
ACCESS TO CONTRACTING OPPORTUNITIES
 
Prepare for opportunities with government and anchor institutions, and learn from experts in the field of both public and private lending. Preparation for contracting success is a unique feature of the StreetWise 'MBA'™

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Angela Ackerman