Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program

The Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program is a competitive 16-week leadership and venture development program designed to support 25 underserved retail entrepreneurs who transform agricultural inputs into higher-value products or work directly in agriculture. Founders receive essential training, a curated list of retail readiness certifications and the financial stipend to pursue those certifications, mentorship, and access to a robust network and community. The program also offers long-term, sustainable alumni support to help entrepreneurs become retail-ready, scale their ventures, create jobs, and positively impact their communities. Applicants for the Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program must be U.S.-based entrepreneurs from cities with significant wealth inequality, such as Chicago, Dallas, and Los Angeles. The program targets individuals involved in farming or creating value-added agricultural products, including ready-to-eat items, biofuels, and organic goods. Eligible ventures should be in the Problem-Solution or Product-Market Fit stages with measurable impact and revenue. Applicants must be 18 or older and commit to the 16-week program, which includes a two-week virtual immersive experience and weekly workshops held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.