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The Contractors Blueprint for Growth 

Building a Foundation for Construction Success

Get a head start on 2026 with this free 4-week virtual cohort designed for startup and early-stage construction businesses that are ready to take their business to the next level.

Whether you’re laying your first foundation or expanding your crew, this program will help you build the systems and strategies to sustain growth, improve profitability, and strengthen your competitive edge.​​​​​

What You’ll Learn

Each week covers a key pillar of business success:

Week 1: The Anatomy of a Healthy Construction Business

Week 2: Positioning Your Business for Marketing & Sales Success

Week 3: Make Your Business Bankable – Financial Management & Access to Capital

Week 4: Keeping Up to Date on Certifications​​​​​

Program Benefits

  • FREE to attend

  • $300 in marketing consulting from Merit Marketing for participants who attend all 4 sessions

  • Build your financial foundation — become loan ready and understand your profit margins

  • Learn how to access loans, lines of credit, and micro-lending options

  • Create a strategic marketing plan to reach prime contractors and clients

  • Strengthen your branding and visibility in a competitive market

  • Explore technology tools for estimating, project management, and growth

  • Build partnerships and manage subcontractors effectively

Eligibility

  • Construction-focused businesses in the idea or early stage (under 5 years in operation)

  • Based in Central Ohio

Important Dates

  • Registration Deadline: Friday, November 21, 2025 at noon

  • Cohort Dates: November 25, December 2, December 9, and December 16, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Virtual via Zoom)

Start 2026 off strong and don’t miss this opportunity to build your blueprint for growth.​​​​​

Registration is now Closed

Questions?

If you have questions, please contact Donerik Black.

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