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.
PRACTICAL BUSINESS EDUCATION
The NextLevel Memphis Program is 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 CAPITAL & CONTRACTING
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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National Program Results
Based on 2021 Assessment Data, collected by Interise
- 55% of alumni businesses increased or maintained their annual revenues, with an average annual revenue growth of 13%.
- 71% of alumni businesses reported being profitable.
- $327 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
- Been in business for at least two years
- $150K or more in revenue
- One other full-time employee besides the owner(s)
- Willingness and ability to attend class via Zoom for five months, complete mandatory assignments, and complete program surveys as requested
"Since the program, I have worked on two city contracts and two projects with one of the general contractors that supported the program. In a year’s time of starting the program, I have doubled my revenue and number of employees.”
“The program was instrumental in helping me to focus on the financial inner workings of my business. In addition, having a written growth plan provided a road map for us to track progress toward our stated goals, make adjustments as necessary, and stay on course. Another added bonus was the interaction with other business owners which enhanced the entire experience.”
TOYA MITCHELL
Lord & Mitchell
For questions contact: Eugenia Gray, egray@memul.org