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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Bootcamp - Class 2
DESCRIPTION:This session continues customer discovery with a focus on customer segmentation and identifying competition. Participants define their target customer and assess whether a viable market exists for their product or service. \nA guest speaker introduces demographic\, psychographic\, and behavioral segmentation to help participants better understand and refine their audience. \nThe session also reviews market and industry data from the Mississippi Secretary of State and other partners\, including local demographics\, buying habits\, market potential\, NAICS industry data\, and competitor insights. This information helps participants evaluate demand\, understand competition\, and determine whether their idea meets a real market need.
URL:https://mcity.tech/event/entrepreneur-bootcamp-class-2/
LOCATION:263
CATEGORIES:Vicksburg-Warren Partnership
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Bootcamp Class 3
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on one of the most common challenges for new businesses: effectively executing sales and marketing. Participants explore how to build strong customer relationships and the channels used to reach\, serve\, and retain customers. \nA guest speaker leads a discussion on customer relationships\, sales strategy\, and marketing channels\, including practical low-cost and no-cost tools entrepreneurs can use to attract and grow their customer base. \nParticipants then complete a hands-on activity to identify the most effective relationship-building strategies and communication channels for their own business idea.
URL:https://mcity.tech/event/entrepreneur-bootcamp-class-3/
LOCATION:224
CATEGORIES:Vicksburg-Warren Partnership
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Bootcamp Class 4
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on one of the most common and costly startup mistakes: overspending. Participants learn how businesses generate revenue\, what it takes to operate\, and the financial tools needed to understand profitability. \nGuest speakers cover key funding and capital access options\, including a banker discussing SBA loan programs and lender expectations\, a representative sharing microloan opportunities\, a presenter outlining SBIR and STTR funding programs\, and investors or capital partners providing insight into funding readiness. \nParticipants are also introduced to core financial concepts such as fixed vs. variable costs\, direct vs. indirect costs\, and economies of scale\, along with real-world factors that impact profitability like seasonality\, growth\, emergencies\, and reinvestment needs. \nThe session includes an overview of essential financial documents\, including statements of financial need\, projected financials\, expense and amortization schedules\, 24-month cash flow projections\, sensitivity analysis\, break-even analysis\, and balance sheets. \nThe hands-on activity requires participants to create a draft monthly budget using estimated costs\, followed by homework to refine it with real data gathered through research and vendor outreach.
URL:https://mcity.tech/event/entrepreneur-bootcamp-class-4/
LOCATION:263
CATEGORIES:Vicksburg-Warren Partnership
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Bootcamp - Class 5
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on a common startup mistake: not seeking help early enough. Participants are introduced to key professional partners needed to build a strong business foundation. \nA legal professional covers business formation and structure\, including LLC setup\, operating agreements\, annual reporting requirements\, and the importance of legal support for contracts\, non-competes\, and intellectual property. \nAn accountant discusses how proper accounting practices improve financial clarity\, ensure compliance\, and support better decision-making\, including guidance on taxes and setting up a chart of accounts. \nBy the end of the session\, participants understand the essential roles of legal and financial partners and how these relationships help reduce risk and support long-term business success.
URL:https://mcity.tech/event/entrepreneur-bootcamp-class-5/
LOCATION:263
CATEGORIES:Vicksburg-Warren Partnership
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SUMMARY:Scaling Up: Digital Marketing Blueprint for Growth - Class 5
DESCRIPTION:Class 5: Stop Boosting. Start Advertising — Organic vs Paid Social \nUnderstanding the difference between organic social media and paid advertising is critical for modern business growth. \nThis session will break down when organic content works\, when paid ads are necessary\, and how to properly set up and manage Meta advertising for better results. Participants will gain clarity on how to move beyond boosting posts and begin running strategic\, targeted campaigns that support long-term business growth. \nParticipants will learn: \n\n\nOrganic Social vs Paid Social fundamentals \n\n\nMeta setup basics \n\n\nBudgeting and targeting strategies \n\n\nHow to align paid ads with your overall marketing funnel \n\n\nThis is Class 5 of a 10-part series designed to help you build a comprehensive\, full-funnel marketing strategy focused on measurable results and sustainable growth. This is a hands-on session taught by Chase Parker\, Marketing Consultant with LocaliQ. \nSmart businesses don’t just boost posts — they advertise strategically. \n \n \nRSVP:  https://www.chamberdata.net/webforms/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=msvick&evtid=26405&class=E \n \nChamber members: FREENon-members: $35 \n \nSponsored by: Vicksburg Warren Chamber of Commerce\, LocaliQ\, Riverwalk Casino
URL:https://mcity.tech/event/scaling-up-digital-marketing-blueprint-for-growth-class-5/
LOCATION:Room 263
CATEGORIES:Vicksburg-Warren Partnership
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Bootcamp - Class 6
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on the operational side of building a business. Participants identify the key activities that set their company apart from competitors\, along with the resources needed to execute them effectively. \nThe class also addresses a common startup mistake: poor hiring decisions. Participants explore what their business must consistently do well to deliver value\, as well as the people\, systems\, tools\, and relationships required to support those operations. A guest speaker shares best practices for hiring\, highlighting how early staffing choices impact cost\, culture\, compliance\, and overall performance. \nThe session revisits the go/no-go discussion and outlines expectations for the Business Plan Competition. Participants reflect on insights gained from customer discovery\, market research\, financial planning\, and industry analysis to evaluate whether their idea should move forward. This final exercise helps participants make informed decisions with greater clarity and confidence.
URL:https://mcity.tech/event/entrepreneur-bootcamp-class-6/
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