Entrepreneur Ready

When Yerson joined our Miami How To Start Something accelerator program, sponsored by JPMorganChase, he faced a challenge many new entrepreneurs know well—too many ideas and no clear path. Using our six-month de-risking framework, Yerson narrowed his options, launched Vision Pool Services, and built a thriving business with 17 clients in just one year. This is what makes coaching with our cohorts so inspirational. Our approach meets entrepreneurs where they are, providing support and structure in their community on their timelines. With the right guidance, we can turn uncertainty into action and help local businesses and entrepreneurs thrive, which in turn helps the whole community grow. Take a look at Yerson's story: #EntrepreneurReady #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSupport #EconomicDevelopment #MiamiDade #Floridaentrepreneurship #ProblemSolving #DeRisking #CommunityEmpowerment

Check out this great offering from alumni Haizel McIntyre, LMSW, CFSW, CFEI? ~~~

~The Power of a Pivot~ Initially focused on game development, Katherine Rosell has expanded her work to teaching video game and graphic design, managing client projects, and launching a new initiative: Chloe, a mental health mascot designed to spark awareness and support in collegiate and wellness spaces. Like any entrepreneur, she’s faced challenges—securing partnerships, refining her pitch, and hearing her share of “no’s.” The biggest win has been learning how to navigate those moments, adjust, and keep moving forward. As she puts it: “A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” This is exactly why Entrepreneur Ready’s accelerator focuses on market validation, customer discovery, and strategic pivots—because a strong entrepreneurial foundation allows business owners to evolve as industries shift and new opportunities emerge. Check out Katherine’s work and if you’re in the wellness or education space, she’s looking for partners! Let’s help build ecosystems that support entrepreneurs beyond the launch. #EntrepreneurReady #EconomicResilience #PivotAndThrive #MentalHealthMatters #InnovationEcosystem #BusinessGrowth #CourageToStart #CommunityImpact #Launch1000

I love Donna Rose's #entrepreneur story. She and her husband made a major pivot in our accelerator which led them to landing a location at #samsclub for their juice business and wow, has it paid off. Donna reminds us all, "we don't know what we don't know" and that, true wisdom is staying open, curious and coachable on our journey to our hopes and dreams! Click to be inspired https://lnkd.in/gqJUtjMc #entrepreneurship #smallbusiness #entrepreneurready #startup #accelerator

Little introduction to our process via our founder this morning! "That's why when we scale access to practicing rapid de-risking, in-market testing, it transforms an individual's life because now they have a repeatable process to create value, launch a revenue or social good stream." Founder and CEO Pam Hoelzle

From Employee to Entrepreneur: Henry's Journey Alumni Henry J. Davis, Ph.D. came into our program with a dream of running their own business but felt stuck without a roadmap. Through the program, he gained hands-on coaching, mentorship, and the confidence to move from idea to action. Here's what made the difference: + Curiosity conversations & market research sharpened his venture concept + Beta partnerships with two nonprofits helped bring his business to life + An immersive community provided the encouragement to keep going Starting a business isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about being willing to learn, iterate, and grow alongside a network that believes in your success. Sometimes, it leads to your dream venture; sometimes, it leads to your next dream position. This is what happens when founders are equipped with the right framework and support. #EntrepreneurReady?#CourageToStart?#EntrepreneurshipJourney?#EmpoweredByCoaching?#WeRiseTogether?#SmallBusinessSuccess?#HowToStartSomething

So exciting to see alumni Christina Palermo, LMSW launching her publishing business and releasing the first gratitude journal from Happy Rose Publishing! Creating from a sweet spot of mental health coaching, yoga and mindfulness instruction, and writing, this venture is a true representation of your passion, impact, and experience Christina Palermo, LMSW. We can't wait to spend some time with the journal and see what you are up to next. Check out the first journal here: https://lnkd.in/gTCqN_WK

We love these words from Marta Shedletsky, reflecting on how her yoga and wellness venture, her third go at entrepreneurship, and the one she moved through our program with, felt so different. Beyond the online roadmap and skills-building, the heart of the program experience comes from the real people showing up for each other every single week: + Entrepreneurs, brainstorming and pushing each other forward + Expert coaches, guiding with wisdom from their diverse field experience + Chat groups, keeping the conversation—and the learning—alive + Weekly workshops, where ideas get sharper and strategies strengthen. And behind it all? Community partners, alumni, guest speakers—an entire ecosystem reminding you: you don’t have to do this alone. Check out Marta's continued wellness work at: https://lnkd.in/gxhux4bf #EntrepreneurReady?#howtostartsomething?#wellness?#community?#westchestercounty?#WeRiseTogether?#CourageToStart?#SmallBusinessSuccess?#EntrepreneurshipMatters?#BuildSomethingGreat

Catching Up with Launcher Katherine Rosell?? A couple of years after working through the Entrepreneur Ready accelerator, Katherine Rossel is still committed to learning—and her story is a testament to how entrepreneurial skills evolve with you, no matter your industry or stage of business. With a background in game design and development, Katherine joined the program to turn her passion into something real. Today, she’s running Rosell Studios, teaching design, managing client projects, and building tools to help young gamers build mental health habits through play. Her journey highlights one of the most powerful outcomes of our program: resilience and adaptability. Entrepreneurs aren’t just learning to launch one business—they're developing the skills to pivot, iterate, and grow new ventures over time. Whether it's launching a tech company, building a creative agency, or starting a wellness brand, the right framework and community support set the foundation for long-term success. For Katherine, that meant learning to navigate client relationships, refine her pitch, and embrace the "no's" as opportunities to sharpen her approach. Now, she’s expanding her impact, including a new campaign featuring Chloe, a mental health mascot designed to spark conversations in wellness and collegiate spaces. We're so excited by all you've accomplished Katherine Rosell! ?? Check out Katherine's work at rosellstudiosllc.com and follow her journey: @playthelostjournal | @rosellstudiosllc #EntrepreneurReady #BusinessDevelopment #EconomicResilience #EntrepreneurshipMatters #CourageToStart #InnovationEcosystem #CommunityImpact #SmallBusinessSuccess

At Entrepreneur Ready, we often talk about impact in numbers: ?? 10:1 ROI for communities investing in entrepreneurship ?? 831 jobs created in one 3 yr. case study and - ?? $30M+ in payroll generated But how do you measure the impact of confidence gained, doors opened, and power reclaimed? For Gasline The Stylist, the real transformation wasn’t just launching a business—it was recognizing her potential, finding community, and knowing she had the tools to build something sustainable for her future. This is what happens when we invest in people, not just projects. We don’t just create jobs—we create opportunity ecosystems where resilience, innovation, and community fuel sustainable growth. How does your organization measure impact? #EntrepreneurReady #EconomicDevelopment #HowT #EntrepreneurshipMatters #CourageToStart #WeRiseTogether #ImpactDriven #SmallBusinessGrowth