This year-long program has been successful for many years in Milwaukee and now BizStarts will be available in the City of Racine. Join us on September 4, 2025 at Gateway Technical College’s SC Johnson iMET Center in Sturtevant.
Local entrepreneurs are gaining essential tools and guidance through BizStarts Racine, a year-long business development program launched by RCEDC. Modeled after the successful BizStarts Milwaukee initiative, the program is designed to help individuals start or grow their businesses through a blend of expert-led education, personalized mentoring, and hands-on consulting.
The Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) launched the BizStarts Racine program on September 5, 2024, bringing Milwaukee’s BizStarts Institute’s proven success to the Racine community. This year-long program is designed for individuals looking to start or grow their businesses, offering comprehensive support through education, mentoring, and consulting.
Join RCEDC’s BizStarts Racine Program as a mentor and guide the next generation of entrepreneurs. You’ll offer skill-specific support and hands-on guidance to help entrepreneurs overcome their biggest challenges.
BizStarts Racine is ideal for entrepreneurs at any stage—whether starting, growing, or mentoring. Modeled after a successful Milwaukee program, it offers one-on-one mentoring, expert training, and college consultant support. Participants receive strategic guidance, help with business activities, and mentorship in areas like marketing and operations. The program costs $500, with full scholarships available.