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Your business at the next level |
A fully funded accelerator program for North Texas entrepreneurs, combining expert-led clinics, one-on-one advising, and procurement access to help you grow faster than you could alone.
ScaleUp Accelerator Program
DESIGNED FOR BUSINESS OWNERS WHO ARE READY TO GROW, SERIOUSLY.
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ScaleUp is designed for business owners who are already operating and ready to grow. This is not a startup program; it's a structured, intensive accelerator for entrepreneurs who have an existing business and are committed to scaling it. Over ten weeks, participants gain the tools, relationships, and capital access to compete at a higher level, and graduate with a completed business plan, a professional network, and direct pathways to procurement contracts and new markets.
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HOW IT WORKS
Three stages. Ten weeks. Lasting results. |
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Stage 1
Apply and Qualify
Fill Out the Interest Form: The team reviews your business profile based on eligibility criteria like stage, revenue, and location in Dallas County. Attend a One-on-One Interview and discuss goals with program staff to assess readiness for the program. Complete Business Assessments to identify challenges, strengths, and opportunities. Receive Orientation Packet: Selected participants get a detailed orientation packet outlining expectations and the schedule before the first module. |
Stage 2
10 Intensive Clinics
Attend 10 weekly four-hour clinics on business growth, financial management, and more, based on the Kauffman FastTrac® Growth Venture curriculum. Participate in one-on-one sessions with business advisors to tackle specific challenges like financial modeling and scaling operations. Utilize AI tools for automating communications and financial reporting. Access supplemental webinars on topics such as SBE certification, accounting, and marketing strategy. Develop and present a complete business plan as a graduation requirement. |
Stage 3
Implement and Grow
Receive your graduation certificate after successfully completing business program. Join a success network of procurement representatives, successful entrepreneurs, and business resource members. Enhance or establish your e-commerce presence and digital marketing to improve capital access. Position your business for B2G, B2B, and B2C opportunities with the required compliance and documentation. |
A PROVEN FOUNDATION, BUILT FOR TODAY'S BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
ScaleUp is built on the Kauffman FastTrac® Growth Venture curriculum, one of the most respected small business growth frameworks in the country. We complement it with two layers of additional programming that reflect what running a competitive business actually requires in today's world.
PROGRAM CONTENT
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REAL BUSINESSES. MEASURABLE IMPACT
FIRST COMMERCIAL CONTRACT
“After completing the program, my business secured its first commercial contract and created a new job opportunity. I now feel more confident and prepared to present my business to potential clients and partners.”
REVENUE GROWTH
“The Scale Up program taught me the critical business processes needed for expansion. As a result, I was able to increase revenue and hire staff to support continued growth.”
DIGITAL PRESENCE
“Thanks to ScaleUp, we established our vision, mission, and business plan. Today, we have a professional website and a formal, organized presence on Google.”
BUSINESS EXPANSION
“ScaleUp helped my business streamline operations, improve cash flow management, expand customer reach, and position us for sustainable long-term growth.”
STRATEGIC GROWTH PLAN
“ScaleUp provided not only the knowledge to structure and expand my business, but also the confidence to make more strategic decisions and build a solid growth plan.”
CONFIDENCE TO SCALE
"The program provided practical tools, insights, and guidance that helped me think differently about scaling and long-term success. I now feel much more confident in my ability to grow my organization."
FIRST COMMERCIAL CONTRACT
“After completing the program, my business secured its first commercial contract and created a new job opportunity. I now feel more confident and prepared to present my business to potential clients and partners.”
REVENUE GROWTH
“The Scale Up program taught me the critical business processes needed for expansion. As a result, I was able to increase revenue and hire staff to support continued growth.”
JOIN US IN 2027
ScaleUp is proudly funded by Dallas County, a public investment in the entrepreneurs who power our local economy.
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