The Hub CoWorks is proud to celebrate the graduation of the first cohort of the FINSYNC CO.STARTERS Local Business Accelerated program! Over 10 weeks, a dedicated group of aspiring entrepreneurs has worked through the fundamentals of starting and growing a business, culminating in their successful completion of the program.
With sponsorship from Heritage Family Credit Union and additional support from SCORE VT, this program provided hands-on, in-person training designed to guide participants through the step-by-step process of launching a business. Graduates of this first cohort—Harper Ennis, Michael Woods, and Rick Baker—have each gained valuable insights into business development, financial management, and market positioning, setting them on a strong path toward success.
A Learning Experience Built for Entrepreneurs
Throughout the 10-week program, participants engaged in live, collaborative sessions where they:
Defined and refined their business ideas
Developed customer engagement strategies
Learned financial fundamentals and budgeting for business success
Explored marketing tactics tailored to small business growth
Built a network of mentors, peers, and industry professionals
To cap off the program, the final night featured an insightful presentation from the Vermont Small Business Law Center at Vermont Law and Graduate School. The session covered essential legal topics for business owners, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, helping graduates understand how to protect their intellectual property and business assets.
The graduation event was made even more memorable thanks to Heritage Family Credit Union, which generously had the event catered with delicious food from Trio. To add to the celebration, Program Director Bill Lucci surprised everyone with a cake, making the evening even more special for all attendees.
Enrollment Now Open for the Spring Cohort!
The journey doesn’t stop here! If you’re an entrepreneur looking to turn your business idea into reality or strengthen your existing small business, enrollment is now open for the Spring 2025 FINSYNC CO.STARTERS Local Business Accelerated program. This next cohort will begin in April, providing another opportunity for local entrepreneurs to gain expert guidance, connect with a supportive community, and take their businesses to the next level.
Spots are limited, so don’t wait! If you’re interested in learning more or signing up, click here to enroll or visit The Hub CoWorks website for details.
We look forward to welcoming the next wave of entrepreneurs and continuing to foster business success in our community!
