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8/17/2009
FastTrac Growth Venture for Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs Coming to Grand Strand
The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Clemson University Institute for Economic and Community Development to bring FastTrac® Growth Venture™, an entrepreneurship educational program, to the Grand Strand. The 11-module program will take place over 10 consecutive weeks, Sept. 16-Nov. 18, every Wednesday 6-9 p.m. at Chapin Memorial Library, Myrtle Beach. FastTrac Growth Venture graduates describe the program as one that encourages entrepreneurs to streamline their business processes, analyze strengths and shortcomings and achieve more balance in their work and personal lives. Sessions include sizing up your business, exploring market opportunities, making strategic decisions, using financial tools, refining the product/service, seizing the market, leading the organization, managing operations for growth, charting financial performance and making it happen. Due to state funding, the $895 program is being offered for $245, which includes all books, class materials and refreshments. Seating is limited. Register online at ChamberAcademy.com by Sept. 11. No refunds or rescheduling. For more information, visit FastTracSC.org or contact Blakely Jenkins at Blakely.Jenkins@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or (843) 916-7232.