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Advice & Training

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HACCOF Scale Up 305

Get access to free networking events and workshops, a multi-purpose media room, technical assistance, and cohort-based training and coaching on topics like business leadership, marketing, and more.

As soon as possible. The application is due June 1, 2024.

STRIVE305

Join Miami-Dade's community hub for local small business owners and entrepreneurs to network and learn about current resources.

No deadline, on-going program.

Elevate District 5

For the third year in a row, District 5 Commissioner Eileen Higgins and her team have implemented Elevate D5 to help strengthen and support small businesses in her commission district.

No Deadlines. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Curated Coaching for Entrepreneurs from Chase

Identify the type of funding you need to grow your business by meeting with top financial professionals for 55-minutes.

No deadline, on-going program.

Miami-Dade Business Navigator

Connect directly with six experienced community organizations that can help you launch, grow, or pivot your small business (10 employees or less).

No deadline, on-going program.

YWCA South Florida

Get access to leadership training to help start or advance your business if you are a woman of color.

No deadline. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

SBDC at FIU

Connect with Miami's local SBDC (Small Business Development Center) to access free business coaching that can support you in scaling your business.

No deadline, on-going program.

The Idea Center

Sign up for a free course for small business owners with early-stage ventures operating in Miami-Dade County District 5.

As soon as possible. Applications are due January 12, 2024.

BizHack Academy

Upgrade your small business using BizHack Academy's various online courses to improve your marketing and leadership skills.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Beacon Council

Get free guidance on available small business grants and loans as well as referrals for important business needs like accounting, marketing support, and more.

No deadline, on-going program.

Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council

Receive advice and support on navigating the federal contracting landscape and learn what it takes to make your business government-contract-ready.

No deadline, on-going.

Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce

Receive one-on-one business coaching and opportunities to network with local business owners to help advance your business.

No deadline, on-going program.

Miami Bayside Foundation

Join a free 6-week workshop for small business owners looking to improve their skills and learn about ways to access capital.

As soon as possible. Applications are on a first come, first served basis.

Branches

Receive one-on-one coaching to improve the overall financial health and operations of your micro-business (5 employees or less).

No deadline, on-going program.

Prospera

Access personalized and bilingual business support from expert coaches on a variety of topics whether you are just starting or need specific tools to help grow.

No deadline, on-going program.

Goldman Sachs 10K Small Businesses Program

Join a free 12-week training program to learn how to grow your businesses, access financial capital, and develop a strong network.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The next cohort starts September 2024.

Legal Services of Greater Miami

Receive a variety of legal services that include business registration, contract negotiation and drafting, dispute resolutions, employment relations, and more, at no cost.

No deadline, on-going program.

Minority Business Development Agency

MBDA centers are available across the country and offer a variety of services and customized support at no cost for small business owners.

No deadline, this program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Opportunity Connect

Apply to gain access to on-demand resources for building your business plan, customized business support, and a dedicated business advisor.

No deadline, this program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Miami-Dade County Permitting Assistance

Get free help applying for a Miami-Dade County permit if you need one for your business.

No deadline, on-going program.

SCORE Miami

Join the SCORE network to be paired with a local mentor, to support your business needs, and get access to additional resources to start or grow your business.

No deadline, on-going program.

FORWARD by Square

Apply for this one-month self-guided training and get access to mentorship, 1:1 coaching sessions and a $20,000 grant upon completion.

Applications are currently closed and will reopen in March 2024.

Verizon

Get access to personalized educational resources, coaching, community networking, and a marketplace of specially curated tools, products and services for your business.

No deadline, on-going program.

Operation HOPE

Get access to virtual workshops, one-on-one business coaching, and an entrepreneurship training program if you have a Black-owned business.

No deadline, on-going program.

Amazon Accelerator

Get access to financial assistance, strategic business guidance, and marketing and promotional support if you have a Black-owned business.

No deadline, on-going program.

Hubspot

Get access to a number of free courses and certifications on digital tools to stay up to date on the latest trends and tools for your business.

No deadline, on-going program.

MicroMentor

Match with a mentor to gain access to business knowledge and guidance from experienced professionals at no cost.

No deadline, on-going program.

Partnerships

In partnership with Miami-Dade County and Mayor Daniella Levine Cava's small business initiative, STRIVE305, Axis Helps has developed a series of stories that share experiences and insights from our local business owners.

Miami Homes for All and Axis Helps support Miami-Dade County residents and families with the information and resources they need to safely stay in their homes.

With support from the South Florida Anchor Alliance, Axis Helps developed a toolkit for small business owners that are interested in doing business directly with South Florida’s anchor institutions.