Learn + Grow
Bootcamps + Accelerator Programs
Your Start Up is designed for equipping entrepreneurs with the resources, foundational tools, and best practices to take their business from a side hustle to a profitable future. This 13-week program focuses on for-profit businesses established for 1-3 years, generating revenue of less than $50,000 annually.
Benefits for all programs:
- Certificate of Completion
- Mentorship from a Successful Business Owner or High-Level Executive through The DEC
- Network Mentoring Program
- RedBird 2-3 month Co-Working Pass
- Access to Exclusive Membership Events and Workshops
- First Priority for Future Programs (if business stage is applicable)
- Opportunity to pitch for cash prizes
- Post-program connections to exclusive pitch and network opportunities
Requirements for all programs:
- Local to Dallas
- No more than 2 absences (orientation required) to be eligible for pitch practice and must follow-up if absent.
- Pitch practice required to be eligble for pitch competition.
- Complete all work as instructed by the facilitator or stated in the syllabus
- Submit a completed business model canvas (an example will be provided)
- Attend at least 2 mentoring sessions before pitch competition 1 (2 hr session) or 2 (1 hr sessions)
- Complete end of program feedback survey (last week of program)
- Complete 90-day & 1-year outcome survey after the program
- Join Slack cohort/alumni private channel
- Over 30 minutes late to any session and leaving a session early will count as an absence
IDEATION STAGE
3/25–4/22
Benefits for all programs:
- Certificate of Completion
- Mentorship from a Successful Business Owner or High-Level Executive through The DEC
- Network Mentoring Program
- RedBird 2-3 month Co-Working Pass
- Access to Exclusive Membership Events and Workshops
- First Priority for Future Programs (if business stage is applicable)
- Opportunity to pitch for cash prizesPost-program connections to exclusive pitch and network opportunities
Requirements for all programs:
- Local to Dallas
- No more than 2 absences (orientation required) to be eligible for pitch practice and must follow-up if absent. Pitch practice required to be eligible for pitch competition.
- Complete all work as instructed by the facilitator or stated in the syllabus
- Submit a completed business model canvas (an example will be provided)
- Attend at least 2 mentoring sessions before pitch competition 1 (2hr session) or 2 (1hr sessions)
- Complete end of program feedback survey (last week of program)
- Complete 90-day & 1-year outcome survey after the program
- Join Slack cohort/alumni private channel
- Over 30 minutes late to any session and leaving a session early will count as an absence
GROWTH STAGE
8/20-10/29
Benefits for all programs:
- Certificate of Completion
- Mentorship from a Successful Business Owner or High-Level Executive through The DEC
- Network Mentoring Program
- RedBird 2-3 month Co-Working Pass
- Access to Exclusive Membership Events and Workshops
- First Priority for Future Programs (if business stage is applicable)
- Opportunity to pitch for cash prizesPost-program connections to exclusive pitch and network opportunities
Requirements for all programs:
- Local to Dallas
- No more than 2 absences (orientation required) to be eligible for pitch practice and must follow-up if absent. Pitch practice required to be eligible for pitch competition.
- Complete all work as instructed by the facilitator or stated in the syllabus
- Submit a completed business model canvas (an example will be provided)
- Attend at least 2 mentoring sessions before pitch competition 1 (2hr session) or 2 (1hr sessions)
- Complete end of program feedback survey (last week of program)
- Complete 90-day & 1-year outcome survey after the program
- Join Slack cohort/alumni private channel
- Over 30 minutes late to any session and leaving a session early will count as an absence
The DEC Network's
Mentorship Program
The DEC Network is passionate about the powerful impact of mentorship for entrepreneurs. The DEC Network Mentorship Program recognizes that in order to grow businesses, an entrepreneur needs access to qualified and experienced mentors.
Mentors provide advice, counsel and experience that can help entrepreneurs avoid the hurdles that stand in their path, while also being able to catapult their businesses forward. Our mentors are volunteering their time to invest in small businesses because they understand the power of mentorship to make a difference.
Criteria
You must identify as a leader within the business industry to provide expertise to mentees to develop and grow their businesses.
Best For
This program is best for those who have been in business for more than one year, have a legal entity, or are preparing to become a legal entity.
FAQs
- Our programs are completely free.
- Membership at our co-working space is not required (but we would love to have you join us)!
- Mentorship offers a 3 month, 6 month, and 1 year program duration options
- Based on your application, we will match you with a mentor/mentee based on your business needs & industry.
Unlock Your Potential with The DEC Network’s Mentorship Program
Discover the power of mentorship through our exclusive video mini-series, featuring insights from Gary Kusin and several of our seasoned mentors. Hear firsthand about their experiences and learn why this program is the perfect fit for your personal and professional growth. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a startup founder, or a business professional, our mentorship program offers invaluable guidance and support to help you succeed. Watch the series and see how The DEC Network’s mentorship can make a difference in your journey.
