BLOOM ROC Bootcamp
Build a compliant, sustainable brand in NY’s market. 4-week virtual bootcamp for SEE/CDI entrepreneurs. No experience needed.
Date and time
Location
Online
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
📌 Event Description:
A 4-Week Virtual Learning Series for Social Equity and CDI Entrepreneurs
The BLOOM ROC Bootcamp is a free 4-week virtual experience designed to activate and support Social and Economic Equity (SEE) and Community Disproportionately Impacted (CDI) entrepreneurs who are ready to grow in New York’s emerging regulated market.
This interactive program blends expert-led training, compliance guidance, and self-reflection to help you lay the foundation for a powerful, purpose-driven brand—whether you're preparing to launch or looking to level up.
💡 What You’ll Gain:
Clear vision and business strategy
Compliance and operational basics
Financial literacy and brand value clarity
A completed 5–8 slide Brand Deck
A peer community for feedback and growth
📚 Weekly Topics:
Week 1: NY Landscape + Your “Why”
Week 2: Compliance + Business Foundations
Week 3: Financial Clarity + Value Proposition
Week 4: Marketing, Branding + Peer Pitch
👥 Who Should Join:
SEE/CDI applicants
Legacy entrepreneurs transitioning to formal markets
New or current license holders
Individuals exploring business in retail, processing, or micro-ops
No business experience is required—just real interest and the drive to grow.
Frequently asked questions
This bootcamp is for Social and Economic Equity (SEE) applicants, Community Disproportionately Impacted (CDI) individuals, legacy operators, and new or existing New York license holders interested in building or scaling a compliant brand.
Nope! You just need interest in the industry, commitment to the process, and a desire to grow. We welcome beginners.
All sessions are virtual. You’ll receive Zoom links and materials after registration.
One 90-minute session each week for 4 weeks. Optional “homework” includes building your Brand Deck with guided prompts.
Your Brand Deck is a 5–8 slide presentation that tells your business story, outlines your strategy, and helps with pitching or applying to incubators.
Yes! Thanks to our community-centered funding partners, this program is provided at no cost to participants.
The series kicks off on June 2, 2025, and runs for 4 weeks. Each session is 90 minutes long, held once a week. Attendance at all sessions is required to complete the program and receive your certificate.