APPLICATIONS OPEN: Breaking the $1M Barrier Program

Welcome to the Breaking the $1M Barrier Program!

With support from the Nasdaq Foundation, this program is designed to provide businesses with 6 months of self-paced learning, hands-on coaching, peer support and direct investor + corporate connections, all helping participants get closer to cross the $1M milestone in revenue.

Ready to break through the growth ceiling?

Get expert guidance to strengthen your leadership, scale sales, build investor-ready financials, and win bigger contracts.

The Breaking $1M the Barrier Program, supported by the Nasdaq Foundation, is an exclusive opportunity for 25 growth-minded small businesses led by underrepresented entrepreneurs in North Carolina and Georgia.

This isn’t just another accelerator, it’s an 6-month growth journey to help you cross the $1M milestone with confidence. Through this program you’ll gain:

• 4 expert-led workshops: Operations, Capital Access, Sales & Marketing, and Contracting.
• Monthly 1:1 coaching with seasoned business experts.
• Peer Sessions for shared learning and accountability.
• Self-paced LinkedIn Learning aligned to each workshop.
• Clear capital pathways with mentor and funder connections.

Applications deadline: October 31st.

Our Goal?

Help 25 underrepresented businesses cross the

$1M milestone by equipping you with systems, strategy, and capital pathways.

Who should apply?

Growth-ready businesses that are:

• Located in North Carolina or Georgia
• Generating $150K–$900K in annual revenue
• Led underrepresented entrepreneurs
• Eager to scale, hire, and reinvest in their communities

Apply here. https://s.alchemer.com/s3/Breaking-the-1M-Barrier-Application