Build Fort Wayne Powered by SEED.
BUILD Entrepreneur & Small-Scale Developer and Builder Program
The BUILD Entrepreneur program offers a comprehensive education for entrepreneurs and small-scale developers through expert-led courses designed to provide essential business and real estate development skills.
Our Entrepreneur Education Program is an intensive 8-week course covering key aspects of launching and growing a business, including licensing, financial literacy, marketing, and cash flow management. Participants will develop a complete business plan and gain access to critical resources, mentorship, and individualized support.
For those interested in real estate, the Small-Scale Developer and Builder Program is a 12-week course focused on single-family and multi-family housing development on infill lots. Participants will engage in financial modeling, zoning, permitting, and construction management, gaining the expertise to navigate real estate financing and project execution.
Both programs offer hands-on learning, expert guidance, and strategic resources to empower participants in achieving business success.
------------
Interested participants may fill out a Registration Application for the Cohort that best suits their schedule. Applicants are encouraged to submit their registration form one week prior to the start of class.
Congratulations on joining the Build Entrepreneur Education Program!
Please respond to the following questions to help us provide the necessary support to transform your business idea into a reality and advance to the next stage.
Build Entrepreneur Education Commitment: Participants will receive a SEED Build Entrepreneur Education binder, inclusive of all course materials. Program participants and graduates are required to partake in all follow-up surveys. These surveys are critical for our reporting to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), which supports funding for this program. Furthermore, they enable SEED to offer valuable information and additional resources to the entrepreneurial community.
Successful completion of the Build Entrepreneur Education Program includes:
- Submission of the pre-, mid-, and post-class surveys, along with any additional follow-up surveys.
- Attendance of at least 8 classes, encompassing a total of 24 education hours.
- Completion and submission of your Business Plan for evaluation on subsequent steps.
Commitment from all parties involved: The success of Build Entrepreneur participants hinges on community building, inclusion, and connection building. Therefore, interactions with Build/SEED facilitators, participants, guest speakers, and staff must be conducted with respect, understanding, and appreciation. This approach ensures that everyone has the maximum opportunity to build a robust community and forge lasting connections for future success. For the safety of all parties, interactions between the class, facilitators, staff, and Build participants must occur virtually or in a public setting.
For further information, please visit www.SEEDfw.org or contact us at AskSEED@CityofFortWayne.org or (260) 422-2304 with any questions.
Note: You must create an account before you can complete your intake form.