

PROGRAM INFORMATION
The Homestead – A Place to Grow Your Business
Have you always dreamed of owning your own business? Or expanding into a downtown retail space? Or testing out a second location and new market?
It's time to make your dreams a reality!
The Homestead is perfect for entrepreneurs ready to test a business idea without the risk of doing it on their own. This program will give you a move-in ready space, business and marketing support, and access to a network of entrepreneurs and business professionals that want you to succeed!
What’s the catch?
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You commit to opening a business in our incubator, located in downtown Ripley for 3 months
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You commit to being open a minimum of 20-30 hours per week including evening hours to 6PM at least one night per week.
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Financial Commitment:
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POS expenses for the 3 months (POS system is provided)
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Packaging
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Business specific purchases: products to sell, equipment to offer services, etc.
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Marketing (budget set by business owner in consultation with Business Development Coordinator)
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Insurance coverage for your products, equipment and general liability
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Post Homestead experience
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Completion of our close-out report that will help us improve the program for future entrepreneurs
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A meeting with our Business Development Coordinator to discuss the next steps for your business
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Become a mentor for future Homestead participants (optional) or participate in a speaking engagement to discuss your experience at the Homestead
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Must be 18 and over to apply.