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The STARTUP C3: Women’s Entrepreneurship Certificate Program * Sign-Up Deadline: June 12th

The STARTUP is a 5-week hybrid certificate program designed for women who are new to entrepreneurship and ready to transform ideas into action. This immersive experience provides a solid foundation in business fundamentals, creative problem-solving, and idea development, while exploring entrepreneurship as a pathway to leadership, economic empowerment, and self-expression.

Through interactive sessions, participants will gain practical skills, build confidence, and collaborate with peers in a supportive community. The program culminates in a dynamic elevator pitch celebration, where participants showcase their growth and emerging business ideas.

Program Goals
Participants will:

  • Build a strong foundation in entrepreneurship and business basics.
  • Develop business ideas that align with personal passions and strengths.
  • Learn strategies in branding, marketing, and business planning.
  • Gain tools to create pricing structures and understand profit fundamentals.
  • Strengthen storytelling and customer experience skills to foster loyalty.
  • Build confidence in communication, leadership, and public speaking.

Program Details

  • Format: 5-week hybrid certificate program
  • Who Should Apply: Women new to entrepreneurship who are ready to take the first step in building their business journey
  • Cohort Size: Space is limited; participants are selected through an application process
  • Alameda Location: Details provided upon acceptance
  • Participants will receive a Certificate of Achievement upon completion of all segments
  • Deadline to sign up: June 12th

Questions? Email: staff@bwopa.org

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First Name *
Last Name *
Phone Number   *
City *
Are you a BWOPA member?   *
Age Range (Multiple choice) *
Background & Interest

We want to understand your starting point and passions.

What stage are you currently at in your entrepreneurial journey? (Multiple choice) *
Briefly share with us any obstacles you are experienced to date relative to your business start-up *
Share with us celebratory moments you have experienced with your start up *
What motivated you to apply for this program?  *
What industries or types of businesses are you most interested in?  *
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What skills do you most want to strengthen in this series? 

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Logistics

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How did you hear about this program?  *
 Do you have access to reliable internet and a computer/device for online sessions?   *
This is a 5-week hybrid program with virtual and in-person meetings.  See dates below and advise if you would be able to attend all sessions? If not, please explain.
* Wednesday, June 17th - virtual
* Wednesday, June 24th - virtual 
* Sunday, June 28th - in person
* Wednesday, July 1st - virtual
* Wednesday, July 8th - virtual 
* Sunday, July 12th - in person 
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