Growing Into a Storefront Application

Whether you are looking to grow into a storefront, purchase a food truck, or expand your business’ wholesale reach, there’s a seat for you at this table. Each class has built-in time dedicated to Q&A sessions with the Subject Matter Experts as well as homework to help you come prepared to tackle a new subject each week. This course is designed to be interactive and collaborative, and students often find they glean more from the course when they actively participate. Graduation from Growing Into a Storefront is a prerequisite for the Findlay Launch Residency. This course is $500 with an additional $100 fee to bring a business partner.

Application Criteria

  • Must be a food-focused business

  • Must be in business for at least 1 year

  • Special consideration for women-, BIPOC-, and/or immigrant-owned mid-stage food businesses

Timeline

  • Applications Open: November 1

  • Applications Close: January 5

  • Final Interviews: January 6 - 17

  • Selection: January 20

  • Course Begins: February 10

  • Graduation: March 31

Application