BiGAUSTIN • Fall 2026 cohort
Start Smart.
Make your next
move BiG.
That business idea you keep thinking about? Give it a plan. Join a live, five-week learning experience designed to help you take your first steps with confidence.
For aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners.
Less wondering. More doing.
Bring your idea. Build your foundation.
Move beyond “someday” with practical lessons, instructor feedback, and a community of entrepreneurs taking their next steps alongside you.
Test your idea
Explore feasibility, identify your customers, and sharpen your marketing approach.
Understand the numbers
Work through pricing, cash flow, and the legal and tax basics of business ownership.
Map your next steps
Develop a practical business plan and tools you can use as you move forward.
Five weeks. One purposeful commitment.
Make room for your business goals: two sessions each week, with 20 hours of live instruction across the cohort.
| Week | Tuesday | Thursday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | October 6 | October 8 |
| 2 | October 13 | October 15 |
| 3 | October 20 | October 22 |
| 4 | October 27 | October 29 |
| 5 | November 3 | November 5 |
A few things to know.
Do I need to own a business already?
No. Start Smart welcomes people exploring an idea as well as owners building a stronger foundation.
How do I attend?
Sessions are live online through Microsoft Teams. Your joining link will be emailed after registration.
Can I get help with tuition?
Assistance is available for eligible participants. Email Melissa to learn more.
Your idea deserves a next step.
Join the October 6 cohort and start putting your business goals into action.