By Salt River Project
To help Arizona’s small and diverse businesses scale their operations and secure high-value contracts, Salt River Project and Arizona State University’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute are hosting the Small Business Academy powered by SRP, a six-week program launching on Jan. 28 with workshops held every Tuesday evening. The program will culminate with a final pitch competition on March 4.
The Academy will cover key topics, such as managing finances, meeting insurance requirements, boosting cybersecurity, scaling operations and perfecting a pitch. Workshops will be held at the SRP Heritage Center in Tempe and Skysong 1951@SkySong in Scottsdale, offering participants access to expert mentorship, networking opportunities and invaluable resources tailored to their business needs.
SRP is actively seeking participation from businesses in key industries critical to its operations, including distribution, custodial services, engineering, substation construction, electrical equipment manufacturing, software integration, cyber/cloud security, environmental consulting, logistics and construction services. The program is tailored to help these businesses navigate procurement opportunities and scale their operations to meet the needs of corporations.
In addition to workshops, small business participants will have an opportunity to pitch their business to SRP and other major organizations during the program’s final event. The Academy aligns with SRP’s supplier diversity strategy and commitment to a diverse supplier base. In 2023, the more than $243M in purchase orders SRP awarded to diverse suppliers helped SRP meet operational business needs, while also contributing to diverse business growth and sustainability. Suppliers able to grow and expand their businesses support a healthy economy and thriving communities through job growth, expanded tax base and societal investment.
Click here for more information or to register for the Small Business Academy powered by SRP, visit the registration page. (Source)