This is an information session to review details of SBA's THRIVE program. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear from program graduates about how the program helped them grow their business. THRIVE is an intense 6 month course that is both virtual and in person. The program gives small businesses the opportunity to work with experienced professionals at no financial cost. Registration goes through May with the course starting in July and ending in December. Participants should plan to invest around 100 hours of their time. Each business will develop a 3 year growth plan by the end of the course.

The requirements to participate in the course include:

• Have been in business for at least 3 years.

• Have annual revenues of at least $250,000.

• Have at least one employee other than self.

The program application link is www.sbathrive.com.