Development Programs Application (CRP, BGAP, & GROW)

Thank you for taking the time to apply for WRMSDC's Development Programs! 


Corporate Ready Program (CRP) 

Application requirements: Business proprietors and senior executives of organizations.

This tailored experience includes:

  • Networking opportunities
  • Scheduled, in-depth one-on-one mentoring from business practitioners through the duration of the program

Workshops include:

  • Crafting Your Business Story
  • Finance Fundamentals
  • Efficiency Unleashed: Strategies for Peak Performance
  • Empowering Your Talent: Tools for Workforce Development
  • Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape
  • Unlocking Financial Opportunities: Accessing Capital
  • Sustainability & Responsibility in Business


Business Growth Acceleration Program (BGAP) 

Recommended criteria: Please note: Revenue is not the primary requirement for eligibility

  • Business proprietors and senior executives of organizations who have a minimum of one year of experience running a business and at least $2M in annual sales
  • Individuals who complete the Corporate Ready Program and receive recommendations from their facilitators

This tailored experience includes:

  • Six months of expert training
  • Scheduled, in-depth one-on-one mentoring from business practitioners through the duration of the program
  • Final presentation opportunity to WRMSDC Corporate Members 
  • Participating executives have the valuable opportunity to create relationships with the entire cohort of businesses

Sessions include:

  • Future Forward Business Growth
  • Collaborating for Strategic Excellence
  • Outreach Optimization Part 1
  • AI for Social Media Success 
  • Outreach Optimization Part 2
  • Financial Checkup and Growth Impact Part 1
  • Financial Checkup and Growth Impact Part 2
  • Leadership Evolution
  • Embracing Perspectives: Building a Diverse Workplace Culture
  • Strategic Growth: Moving Plans to Action & Presentation Prep


Generating Revenue, Opportunity, and Wins (GROW) Program 

  • Gain expertise in Business Presentation & Pitching, Marketing, and Communications
  • Build a robust network and enhance your ability to connect with industry leaders and peers 

Duration: Time commitment varies based on the chosen development area 

Please email develop@wrmsdc.org for more information 

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