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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Petoskey
DESCRIPTION:Happens the first Wednesday of the month. Appointments available\, or drop in. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools\n\nMeet your coach:\nAs Manager of Startup Education at 20Fathoms\, Erin Srebinski develops and manages startup education programs at 20Fathoms including workshops\, bootcamps\, courses\, and other resources. In this role\, she enjoys building programming and education that helps entrepreneurs make Traverse City their hub to launch and grow successful businesses.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-petoskey-3-2/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:North Coast Work\, 417 Howard St.\, Petoskey\, MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and there is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome! \nThere are two parts to each Breakfast Lab: \n\nStartup Workshop: 9 – 10:30 am\nStartup Coaching: 10:30 am – noon\n\nAttend both parts\, or just one. Topics will vary week-to-week and will cover essential business skills like marketing\, customer discovery\, pitching\, and more. \nBreakfast Lab happens in person at 20Fathoms every week. Can’t join us in person? Join us virtually here. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab and check out this week’s topic. \nWho should attend:\nBreakfast Lab was designed specifically to support: \n\nIdea and early-stage startup founders with scalable innovations and technologies\nEntrepreneurs navigating strategic growth or a pivot in their business model\n\nPrerequisite:\nThere are no prerequisites to attend Breakfast Lab. All are welcome! \nAt Breakfast Lab\, we use something called a Business Model Canvas to organize your business plan and help you move forward. \nDon’t have a canvas yet? No sweat. You’ll learn to use the Canvas at Breakfast Lab\, where we’ll have copies available. You can also join a Startup Bootcamp to get started or download the instructions and a blank canvas to work through on your own time.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-5-2/2025-11-06/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Petoskey Startup Bootcamp\, Powered by CO.STARTERS
DESCRIPTION:A four-part series for launching your big idea\n\n\nNote: This is a 4-part series. Attendance at all 4 sessions is highly encouraged to maximize your learning; each session is designed to build on the last. Your registration/ticket for the first session represents registration for all four sessions. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. During this four-part Startup Bootcamp hosted by 20Fathoms in partnership with CO.STARTERS\, the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce\, NLEA\, and Northcoast.Work you’ll collaboratively work with peers to strategize\, problem solve\, and apply business basics to your idea\, venture\, or small business. Our goal is to challenge you\, stretch your thinking\, and give you concrete tools to bring your business to life. This bootcamp is not about listening; it’s about doing. \nAbout Startup Bootcamp: \nThis startup bootcamp\, powered by CO.STARTERS\, is a four-part\, interactive workshop that will help you launch your business. \nDates and times: \nNovember 10\, 12\, 17\, 19 \n5-8 pm (Dinner will be provided) \nWhat you can expect to learn: \n\nUnderstand your business model and how to refine it\nLearn how to market your business\nDive into the basic building blocks needed for your financial modeling\nBuild momentum by goal setting\n\nAttendees will walk away with a completed Lean Business Model Canvas\, preparing participants to drop in to regular 20Fathoms Breakfast Lab programming for entrepreneurs. \nThere is no cost to attend. \n**For the full description of this bootcamp\, please check out our website here.** \nWho should attend: \n\nAspiring Entrepreneurs: Individuals who have a business idea but need guidance on how to develop and launch it.\nEarly-Stage Founders: Entrepreneurs who have started their business but need help refining their strategy and scaling.\nSmall Business Owners: Those looking to pivot or innovate their existing business model.\nTeam Members: Members of a startup team who need to understand the business strategy and contribute effectively.\n\nYou should have: \n\nA clear idea or concept for a business\nGoals and objectives for the bootcamp\nBasic business knowledge\nA willingness to learn!\nPreparedness to share and collaborate\n\nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. \nMeet your facilitators: \nErin Srebinski is the Manager of Startup Education at 20Fathoms. In this role\, she enjoys building programming and education that helps entrepreneurs make Traverse City their hub to launch and grow successful businesses. Prior to joining the team at 20Fathoms\, Erin was an Experience Strategist at City Innovations\, where she supported startups with growth strategy\, UX research and strategy\, and content strategy. Over the past six years\, she has been deeply involved in the startup world\, focusing on all aspects of launching new ventures with a strong emphasis on customer experience and discovery. Through her previous work\, she has developed a unique toolkit that will help entrepreneurs at 20Fathoms think through what resources are needed as they begin an entrepreneurial journey. Erin holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Michigan State University. \nIn partnership with: \n\n\n\nPresenting partner: \n\n\n\nSupporting partner: \n\n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\nBased in Traverse City\, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit organization and the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. The 20Fathoms team works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries\, and also offers specialized services to meet the unique needs of technology-focused startups. Programs include startup education\, business coaching\, TCNewTech pitch competitions\, access to capital\, a vibrant coworking space\, and general resources and support. For more information visit: https://20fathoms.org/
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/petoskey-startup-bootcamp-powered-by-co-starters/
LOCATION:Northcoast Works\, 417 Howard Street\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bootcamp,Coaching,Networking
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SUMMARY:Petoskey Startup Bootcamp\, Powered by CO.STARTERS
DESCRIPTION:A four-part series for launching your big idea\n\n\nNote: This is a 4-part series. Attendance at all 4 sessions is highly encouraged to maximize your learning; each session is designed to build on the last. Your registration/ticket for the first session represents registration for all four sessions. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. During this four-part Startup Bootcamp hosted by 20Fathoms in partnership with CO.STARTERS\, the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce\, NLEA\, and Northcoast.Work you’ll collaboratively work with peers to strategize\, problem solve\, and apply business basics to your idea\, venture\, or small business. Our goal is to challenge you\, stretch your thinking\, and give you concrete tools to bring your business to life. This bootcamp is not about listening; it’s about doing. \nAbout Startup Bootcamp: \nThis startup bootcamp\, powered by CO.STARTERS\, is a four-part\, interactive workshop that will help you launch your business. \nDates and times: \nNovember 10\, 12\, 17\, 19 \n5-8 pm (Dinner will be provided) \nWhat you can expect to learn: \n\nUnderstand your business model and how to refine it\nLearn how to market your business\nDive into the basic building blocks needed for your financial modeling\nBuild momentum by goal setting\n\nAttendees will walk away with a completed Lean Business Model Canvas\, preparing participants to drop in to regular 20Fathoms Breakfast Lab programming for entrepreneurs. \nThere is no cost to attend. \n**For the full description of this bootcamp\, please check out our website here.** \nWho should attend: \n\nAspiring Entrepreneurs: Individuals who have a business idea but need guidance on how to develop and launch it.\nEarly-Stage Founders: Entrepreneurs who have started their business but need help refining their strategy and scaling.\nSmall Business Owners: Those looking to pivot or innovate their existing business model.\nTeam Members: Members of a startup team who need to understand the business strategy and contribute effectively.\n\nYou should have: \n\nA clear idea or concept for a business\nGoals and objectives for the bootcamp\nBasic business knowledge\nA willingness to learn!\nPreparedness to share and collaborate\n\nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. \nMeet your facilitators: \nErin Srebinski is the Manager of Startup Education at 20Fathoms. In this role\, she enjoys building programming and education that helps entrepreneurs make Traverse City their hub to launch and grow successful businesses. Prior to joining the team at 20Fathoms\, Erin was an Experience Strategist at City Innovations\, where she supported startups with growth strategy\, UX research and strategy\, and content strategy. Over the past six years\, she has been deeply involved in the startup world\, focusing on all aspects of launching new ventures with a strong emphasis on customer experience and discovery. Through her previous work\, she has developed a unique toolkit that will help entrepreneurs at 20Fathoms think through what resources are needed as they begin an entrepreneurial journey. Erin holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Michigan State University. \nIn partnership with: \n\n\n\nPresenting partner: \n\n\n\nSupporting partner: \n\n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\nBased in Traverse City\, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit organization and the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. The 20Fathoms team works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries\, and also offers specialized services to meet the unique needs of technology-focused startups. Programs include startup education\, business coaching\, TCNewTech pitch competitions\, access to capital\, a vibrant coworking space\, and general resources and support. For more information visit: https://20fathoms.org/
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/petoskey-startup-bootcamp-powered-by-co-starters-2/
LOCATION:Northcoast Works\, 417 Howard Street\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bootcamp,Coaching,Networking
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and there is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome! \nThere are two parts to each Breakfast Lab: \n\nStartup Workshop: 9 – 10:30 am\nStartup Coaching: 10:30 am – noon\n\nAttend both parts\, or just one. Topics will vary week-to-week and will cover essential business skills like marketing\, customer discovery\, pitching\, and more. \nBreakfast Lab happens in person at 20Fathoms every week. Can’t join us in person? Join us virtually here. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab and check out this week’s topic. \nWho should attend:\nBreakfast Lab was designed specifically to support: \n\nIdea and early-stage startup founders with scalable innovations and technologies\nEntrepreneurs navigating strategic growth or a pivot in their business model\n\nPrerequisite:\nThere are no prerequisites to attend Breakfast Lab. All are welcome! \nAt Breakfast Lab\, we use something called a Business Model Canvas to organize your business plan and help you move forward. \nDon’t have a canvas yet? No sweat. You’ll learn to use the Canvas at Breakfast Lab\, where we’ll have copies available. You can also join a Startup Bootcamp to get started or download the instructions and a blank canvas to work through on your own time.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-5-2/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast Lab,Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251117T200000
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SUMMARY:Petoskey Startup Bootcamp\, Powered by CO.STARTERS
DESCRIPTION:A four-part series for launching your big idea\n\n\nNote: This is a 4-part series. Attendance at all 4 sessions is highly encouraged to maximize your learning; each session is designed to build on the last. Your registration/ticket for the first session represents registration for all four sessions. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. During this four-part Startup Bootcamp hosted by 20Fathoms in partnership with CO.STARTERS\, the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce\, NLEA\, and Northcoast.Work you’ll collaboratively work with peers to strategize\, problem solve\, and apply business basics to your idea\, venture\, or small business. Our goal is to challenge you\, stretch your thinking\, and give you concrete tools to bring your business to life. This bootcamp is not about listening; it’s about doing. \nAbout Startup Bootcamp: \nThis startup bootcamp\, powered by CO.STARTERS\, is a four-part\, interactive workshop that will help you launch your business. \nDates and times: \nNovember 10\, 12\, 17\, 19 \n5-8 pm (Dinner will be provided) \nWhat you can expect to learn: \n\nUnderstand your business model and how to refine it\nLearn how to market your business\nDive into the basic building blocks needed for your financial modeling\nBuild momentum by goal setting\n\nAttendees will walk away with a completed Lean Business Model Canvas\, preparing participants to drop in to regular 20Fathoms Breakfast Lab programming for entrepreneurs. \nThere is no cost to attend. \n**For the full description of this bootcamp\, please check out our website here.** \nWho should attend: \n\nAspiring Entrepreneurs: Individuals who have a business idea but need guidance on how to develop and launch it.\nEarly-Stage Founders: Entrepreneurs who have started their business but need help refining their strategy and scaling.\nSmall Business Owners: Those looking to pivot or innovate their existing business model.\nTeam Members: Members of a startup team who need to understand the business strategy and contribute effectively.\n\nYou should have: \n\nA clear idea or concept for a business\nGoals and objectives for the bootcamp\nBasic business knowledge\nA willingness to learn!\nPreparedness to share and collaborate\n\nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. \nMeet your facilitators: \nErin Srebinski is the Manager of Startup Education at 20Fathoms. In this role\, she enjoys building programming and education that helps entrepreneurs make Traverse City their hub to launch and grow successful businesses. Prior to joining the team at 20Fathoms\, Erin was an Experience Strategist at City Innovations\, where she supported startups with growth strategy\, UX research and strategy\, and content strategy. Over the past six years\, she has been deeply involved in the startup world\, focusing on all aspects of launching new ventures with a strong emphasis on customer experience and discovery. Through her previous work\, she has developed a unique toolkit that will help entrepreneurs at 20Fathoms think through what resources are needed as they begin an entrepreneurial journey. Erin holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Michigan State University. \nIn partnership with: \n\n\n\nPresenting partner: \n\n\n\nSupporting partner: \n\n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\nBased in Traverse City\, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit organization and the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. The 20Fathoms team works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries\, and also offers specialized services to meet the unique needs of technology-focused startups. Programs include startup education\, business coaching\, TCNewTech pitch competitions\, access to capital\, a vibrant coworking space\, and general resources and support. For more information visit: https://20fathoms.org/
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/petoskey-startup-bootcamp-powered-by-co-starters-3/
LOCATION:Northcoast Works\, 417 Howard Street\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bootcamp,Coaching,Networking
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SUMMARY:Petoskey Startup Bootcamp\, Powered by CO.STARTERS
DESCRIPTION:A four-part series for launching your big idea\n\n\nNote: This is a 4-part series. Attendance at all 4 sessions is highly encouraged to maximize your learning; each session is designed to build on the last. Your registration/ticket for the first session represents registration for all four sessions. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. \nEntrepreneurship is an exciting journey\, but the path forward isn’t always clear. During this four-part Startup Bootcamp hosted by 20Fathoms in partnership with CO.STARTERS\, the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce\, NLEA\, and Northcoast.Work you’ll collaboratively work with peers to strategize\, problem solve\, and apply business basics to your idea\, venture\, or small business. Our goal is to challenge you\, stretch your thinking\, and give you concrete tools to bring your business to life. This bootcamp is not about listening; it’s about doing. \nAbout Startup Bootcamp: \nThis startup bootcamp\, powered by CO.STARTERS\, is a four-part\, interactive workshop that will help you launch your business. \nDates and times: \nNovember 10\, 12\, 17\, 19 \n5-8 pm (Dinner will be provided) \nWhat you can expect to learn: \n\nUnderstand your business model and how to refine it\nLearn how to market your business\nDive into the basic building blocks needed for your financial modeling\nBuild momentum by goal setting\n\nAttendees will walk away with a completed Lean Business Model Canvas\, preparing participants to drop in to regular 20Fathoms Breakfast Lab programming for entrepreneurs. \nThere is no cost to attend. \n**For the full description of this bootcamp\, please check out our website here.** \nWho should attend: \n\nAspiring Entrepreneurs: Individuals who have a business idea but need guidance on how to develop and launch it.\nEarly-Stage Founders: Entrepreneurs who have started their business but need help refining their strategy and scaling.\nSmall Business Owners: Those looking to pivot or innovate their existing business model.\nTeam Members: Members of a startup team who need to understand the business strategy and contribute effectively.\n\nYou should have: \n\nA clear idea or concept for a business\nGoals and objectives for the bootcamp\nBasic business knowledge\nA willingness to learn!\nPreparedness to share and collaborate\n\nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. \nMeet your facilitators: \nErin Srebinski is the Manager of Startup Education at 20Fathoms. In this role\, she enjoys building programming and education that helps entrepreneurs make Traverse City their hub to launch and grow successful businesses. Prior to joining the team at 20Fathoms\, Erin was an Experience Strategist at City Innovations\, where she supported startups with growth strategy\, UX research and strategy\, and content strategy. Over the past six years\, she has been deeply involved in the startup world\, focusing on all aspects of launching new ventures with a strong emphasis on customer experience and discovery. Through her previous work\, she has developed a unique toolkit that will help entrepreneurs at 20Fathoms think through what resources are needed as they begin an entrepreneurial journey. Erin holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Michigan State University. \nIn partnership with: \n\n\n\nPresenting partner: \n\n\n\nSupporting partner: \n\n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\nBased in Traverse City\, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit organization and the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. The 20Fathoms team works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries\, and also offers specialized services to meet the unique needs of technology-focused startups. Programs include startup education\, business coaching\, TCNewTech pitch competitions\, access to capital\, a vibrant coworking space\, and general resources and support. For more information visit: https://20fathoms.org/
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/petoskey-startup-bootcamp-powered-by-co-starters-4/
LOCATION:Northcoast Works\, 417 Howard Street\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bootcamp,Coaching,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T120000
DTSTAMP:20251017T160554Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and there is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome! \nThere are two parts to each Breakfast Lab: \n\nStartup Workshop: 9 – 10:30 am\nStartup Coaching: 10:30 am – noon\n\nAttend both parts\, or just one. Topics will vary week-to-week and will cover essential business skills like marketing\, customer discovery\, pitching\, and more. \nBreakfast Lab happens in person at 20Fathoms every week. Can’t join us in person? Join us virtually here. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab and check out this week’s topic. \nWho should attend:\nBreakfast Lab was designed specifically to support: \n\nIdea and early-stage startup founders with scalable innovations and technologies\nEntrepreneurs navigating strategic growth or a pivot in their business model\n\nPrerequisite:\nThere are no prerequisites to attend Breakfast Lab. All are welcome! \nAt Breakfast Lab\, we use something called a Business Model Canvas to organize your business plan and help you move forward. \nDon’t have a canvas yet? No sweat. You’ll learn to use the Canvas at Breakfast Lab\, where we’ll have copies available. You can also join a Startup Bootcamp to get started or download the instructions and a blank canvas to work through on your own time.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-5-2/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast Lab,Coaching
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T150000
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T150000
DTSTAMP:20251017T131018Z
CREATED:20251017T131018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T131018Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T180000
DTSTAMP:20250821T134004Z
CREATED:20250501T135238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T134004Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Benzonia
DESCRIPTION:Happens the third Thursday of the month. No RSVP required. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools\n\nMeet your coach:\nGretchen Swanson leads talent initiatives at 20Fathoms to address the region’s need for qualified tech and startup professionals. Working with local employers and regional partners to identify critical skill areas\, she develops programming and resources for tech professionals of all experience levels\, helping job seekers successfully navigate their tech careers. \nGretchen is a long-time champion of innovative workforce development partnerships in the Grand Traverse Region. She has supported entrepreneurs and growing organizations as a Business Consultant with Michigan Small Business Development Center and through independent consulting where she specialized in technology integration and talent development.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-benzonia-2/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:Grow Benzie\, 5885 Frankfort Highway\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T160000
DTSTAMP:20250826T184928Z
CREATED:20250826T184728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T184928Z
UID:10000564-1764772200-1764777600@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Petoskey
DESCRIPTION:Happens the first Wednesday of the month. Appointments available\, or drop in. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools\n\nMeet your coach:\nAs Manager of Startup Education at 20Fathoms\, Erin Srebinski develops and manages startup education programs at 20Fathoms including workshops\, bootcamps\, courses\, and other resources. In this role\, she enjoys building programming and education that helps entrepreneurs make Traverse City their hub to launch and grow successful businesses.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-petoskey-3-2/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:North Coast Work\, 417 Howard St.\, Petoskey\, MI
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251204T120000
DTSTAMP:20251017T160554Z
CREATED:20251017T160552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T160554Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and there is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome! \nThere are two parts to each Breakfast Lab: \n\nStartup Workshop: 9 – 10:30 am\nStartup Coaching: 10:30 am – noon\n\nAttend both parts\, or just one. Topics will vary week-to-week and will cover essential business skills like marketing\, customer discovery\, pitching\, and more. \nBreakfast Lab happens in person at 20Fathoms every week. Can’t join us in person? Join us virtually here. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab and check out this week’s topic. \nWho should attend:\nBreakfast Lab was designed specifically to support: \n\nIdea and early-stage startup founders with scalable innovations and technologies\nEntrepreneurs navigating strategic growth or a pivot in their business model\n\nPrerequisite:\nThere are no prerequisites to attend Breakfast Lab. All are welcome! \nAt Breakfast Lab\, we use something called a Business Model Canvas to organize your business plan and help you move forward. \nDon’t have a canvas yet? No sweat. You’ll learn to use the Canvas at Breakfast Lab\, where we’ll have copies available. You can also join a Startup Bootcamp to get started or download the instructions and a blank canvas to work through on your own time.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-5-2/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast Lab,Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251204T150000
DTSTAMP:20251017T131018Z
CREATED:20251017T131018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T131018Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://20fathoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Virtual-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260304T183654Z
CREATED:20251121T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T183654Z
UID:10000662-1764853200-1764860400@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3-2/2025-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://20fathoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Traverse-City.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T120000
DTSTAMP:20251017T160554Z
CREATED:20251017T160552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T160554Z
UID:10000492-1765443600-1765454400@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast Lab
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast Lab is a weekly event at 20Fathoms where you’ll get expert guidance to help meet your most pressing startup needs\, providing access to the right tools and the right people at the right time. \nThese events are held in person and there is no cost to attend. Coffee and a light breakfast are provided. No registration required; walk-ins are welcome! \nThere are two parts to each Breakfast Lab: \n\nStartup Workshop: 9 – 10:30 am\nStartup Coaching: 10:30 am – noon\n\nAttend both parts\, or just one. Topics will vary week-to-week and will cover essential business skills like marketing\, customer discovery\, pitching\, and more. \nBreakfast Lab happens in person at 20Fathoms every week. Can’t join us in person? Join us virtually here. \nLearn more about Breakfast Lab and check out this week’s topic. \nWho should attend:\nBreakfast Lab was designed specifically to support: \n\nIdea and early-stage startup founders with scalable innovations and technologies\nEntrepreneurs navigating strategic growth or a pivot in their business model\n\nPrerequisite:\nThere are no prerequisites to attend Breakfast Lab. All are welcome! \nAt Breakfast Lab\, we use something called a Business Model Canvas to organize your business plan and help you move forward. \nDon’t have a canvas yet? No sweat. You’ll learn to use the Canvas at Breakfast Lab\, where we’ll have copies available. You can also join a Startup Bootcamp to get started or download the instructions and a blank canvas to work through on your own time.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/breakfast-lab-5-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:20Fathoms\, 10850 E. Traverse Hwy\, Ste. 4400\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast Lab,Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T150000
DTSTAMP:20251017T131018Z
CREATED:20251017T131018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T131018Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://20fathoms.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Virtual-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260304T183654Z
CREATED:20251121T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T183654Z
UID:10000663-1765458000-1765465200@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3-2/2025-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T150000
DTSTAMP:20251017T131018Z
CREATED:20251017T131018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T131018Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2025-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260304T183654Z
CREATED:20251121T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T183654Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday. Appointments recommended. Drop in coaching is also available. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nSchedule an appointment in advance or drop in. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-traverse-city-2-2-2-2-3-2/2025-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T180000
DTSTAMP:20250821T134004Z
CREATED:20250501T135238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T134004Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Benzonia
DESCRIPTION:Happens the third Thursday of the month. No RSVP required. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools\n\nMeet your coach:\nGretchen Swanson leads talent initiatives at 20Fathoms to address the region’s need for qualified tech and startup professionals. Working with local employers and regional partners to identify critical skill areas\, she develops programming and resources for tech professionals of all experience levels\, helping job seekers successfully navigate their tech careers. \nGretchen is a long-time champion of innovative workforce development partnerships in the Grand Traverse Region. She has supported entrepreneurs and growing organizations as a Business Consultant with Michigan Small Business Development Center and through independent consulting where she specialized in technology integration and talent development.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/drop-in-startup-coaching-benzonia-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Grow Benzie\, 5885 Frankfort Highway\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260105T100000
DTSTAMP:20251211T144856Z
CREATED:20251204T163927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T144856Z
UID:10000732-1767603600-1767607200@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Kickoff & Planning (1 hour)\nHeld on the first Monday of each month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe launch the new sprint\, align on goals\, and identify priority tasks for the month. \n2. Stand-Up / Daily Scrum (15 minutes\, M/W/F)\nOccurs every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday during the sprint from 9:00–9:15 am.\nQuick check-ins to share progress\, surface blockers\, and keep momentum. \n3. Sprint Review & Retrospective (1 hour)\nHeld on the last Friday of the month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe review accomplishments\, discuss challenges\, and reflect on improvements going into the next sprint. \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/monthly-founder-accountability-huddle/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260107T091500
DTSTAMP:20251211T144819Z
CREATED:20251204T163929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T144819Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Founder Accountability Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Bring your goals (business or personal). 15 minute drop in sessions for goal setting and feedback—without the pressure to be perfect.\n\n\nALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. \n  \nStay Connected. Stay Accountable. Stay Human.\nScrum at 20Fathoms isn’t just about productivity—it’s about building a rhythm of support for entrepreneurs in Northern Michigan. Think of it as your built-in accountability circle: a space to show up as you are\, get unstuck\, share challenges\, and celebrate progress—without the pressure of being “perfect.” \nThese sessions neutralize the toxicity of perfectionism and instead provide a place for problem-solving\, feedback\, and balance. Bring your business goals\, your self-care goals\, or both—because being a founder means bringing your whole self. \nWhether you want to quietly listen in for inspiration or actively share what you’re working on\, Scrum is here to help you move forward. With sessions on Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday mornings\, it creates a consistent touchpoint for progress\, accountability\, and community support—tying your efforts to meaningful goals and connecting you with peers walking the same path. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nReal accountability – A gentle nudge to keep moving forward on the things that matter most to you.\nProblem-solving together – Bring your sticky challenges and get ideas\, feedback\, and encouragement from peers who’ve been there too.\nBalance for founders – Set goals for both your business and your well-being\, because entrepreneurship is about the whole person.\nCommunity connection – Build genuine relationships with other entrepreneurs who understand your highs\, lows\, and everything in between.\n\n  \nWhat you can expect to learn:\n\nHands-on Scrum Experience – Gain practical skills in Sprint Planning\, Daily Stand-ups\, and Retrospectives to boost productivity.\nStronger Focus & Problem-Solving – Improve clarity\, adaptability\, and decision-making with structured support and real-time feedback.\nTangible Progress on Goals – Make measurable strides on your projects with structured accountability and agile execution.\n\nThere is no cost to attend. \n  \nWorkshop schedule:\n1. Sprint Kickoff & Planning (1 hour)\nHeld on the first Monday of each month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe launch the new sprint\, align on goals\, and identify priority tasks for the month. \n2. Stand-Up / Daily Scrum (15 minutes\, M/W/F)\nOccurs every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday during the sprint from 9:00–9:15 am.\nQuick check-ins to share progress\, surface blockers\, and keep momentum. \n3. Sprint Review & Retrospective (1 hour)\nHeld on the last Friday of the month from 9:00–10:00 am.\nWe review accomplishments\, discuss challenges\, and reflect on improvements going into the next sprint. \nAbout the presenter:\nAs a Certified Scrum Master\, Organizational Coach\, and 20Fathoms EIR\, Lisa Carbonell specializes in cultivating authenticity\, transparency\, accountability\, and continuous learning using an Agile framework. She helps individuals and teams across diverse sectors—entrepreneurs\, creatives\, and social justice advocates—to achieve their vision\, mission\, and goals. With a master’s education in Applied Behavioral Science and Organizational Development from the Leadership Institute of Seattle\, she blends empathy and expertise\, enabling teams to discover\, promote\, build\, and launch their dreams. \n\n\nAbout 20Fathoms:\n20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services\, business workshops\, community partnership\, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training\, talent acquisition\, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number awarded to 20Fathoms by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/monthly-founder-accountability-huddle-2/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T150000
DTSTAMP:20251017T131018Z
CREATED:20251017T131018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T131018Z
UID:10000587-1767877200-1767884400@20fathoms.org
SUMMARY:Startup Coaching: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Happens every Thursday by appointment. Just show up and bring your questions! \nConnect with startup experts who can help you grow.\nStartup coaches share their time\, wisdom\, and connections to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses and avoid common mistakes. They can provide guidance to entrepreneurs with new and growing businesses on a full range of topics including business planning and entity formation\, funding strategy\, sales\, operations\, human resources\, and much more. \nNew business owners routinely state that mentorship and connections are very important. However\, entrepreneurs must be open and committed to learning\, as well as willing to make the time to meet with their coach. To better serve our regional entrepreneurs\, 20Fathoms now offers access to coaching virtually! \nVirtual coaching is open to all by appointment. Schedule an appointment. \nWhat to expect:\n\nFor your small business\, startup\, or idea\nA private\, one-on-one meeting with a startup expert\nTroubleshoot your business goals and challenges\nHonest\, supportive feedback\nRecommendations on resources and tools
URL:https://20fathoms.org/event/startup-coaching-virtual-2/2026-01-08/
CATEGORIES:Coaching
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