Build Your Business Bootcamp

Build the foundation for a thriving construction business.

Building structures is one thing—but building a successful business? That’s where we come in. The Build Your Business Bootcamp bridges the gap between your trade skills and the business knowledge needed to thrive in the construction industry.

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This 8-week virtual program is designed for early-stage firms up to those who have been in business for up to three years. The dynamic workshops are designed to equip early-stage contracting businesses with the business tools and strategies for success.

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Program Curriculum

• Business Planning

• Setting Realistic Goals for Your Business

• Marketing

• Human Resources

• Finance & Accounting

• Certifications

• Doing Business With the City of Columbus

• Customer/Client Sales & Retention

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Eligibility

• Construction-focused businesses in the ideation stage or in operation under 3 years

• Firms in Franklin County

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Important Dates

• Application Deadline: Monday, May 26 at midnight

• Bootcamp Schedule: Workshops held via Zoom on Thursdays from June 5 – July 31, 2025 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

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Apply by Monday, May 26 to invest in your future and build the business side of your construction dream.

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