MERIT Orientation - Independence

Thinking About Starting Your Own Business?

Before you quit your job or invest your life savings, wouldn't it be nice to know whether your idea has MERIT?

The MERIT program helps people plan and start their own business. Through our 30-hour MicroEnterprise class individuals develop their business idea, prepare a feasibility plan, receive training in basic business skills and tools for getting their business going.

The MERIT Program offers:

Business basics training course

2-year advising

Potential access to capital

Scholarships available

Find out if you are ready for the MERIT Program. Attend a free Orientation Session (mandatory for acceptance into the Program)

and answer three critical questions about your readiness for entrepreneurship.