Business Leadership Intensives

Designed for the small business owner who is looking to
increase their business acumen and add to their leadership skillset.

 
 

ready to take your business to the next level?

You are invited to be part of the most rewarding and challenging program for women business owners in North Dakota. NDWBC’s Business Leadership Intensives is an immersive, virtual business training and leadership program for women business owners across all industries. The eleven-session program includes strategies for understanding your market, financial management, measuring success, and more. 

This program combines immersive business training, leadership development, and access to an extended network of professionals and like-minded business owners who are committed to growth. At the end of this program, you will be able to identify your pain points, take action, solve problems, and create value within your business and industry.   

In sessions, you will learn new ways to manage and grow a business, engage in honest conversations from firsthand experience, connect with a supportive and passionate community of business owners, and refocus on problem-solving that drives business results from an ownership perspective.

This course is made for women who challenge themselves to be better, see a need and provide a solution, work hard to see happy clients, want to build inroads in their community, and strive to level up their skills and business processes.

 

Fall 2024 Class

Save the Dates

Sessions* are slated for Thursdays from October to December.

Application Window - May 14 - Aug. 2

Orientation - Sep. 26

Session Start - Oct. 3

Break Week - Nov. 28

Program Finale & Pitch Week - Dec. 19

*Session dates are subject to change.

Price

The total program cost is $675*. The price covers:

  • 11 Sessions/40 Hours of Hands-On Training

  • Deep Connections with Like-Minded Owners

  • Private Sessions with Certified Business Coaches

  • Introductions to Subject Matter Experts

  • Interactive Guidebook + References

  • Customized Portfolio + Pitch Deck

 

If you have questions or concerns regarding pricing or payment options, please reach out to us at intensives@ctbnd.com.

 
 

Have Questions?

 
 

  • Business Leadership Intensives are designed to challenge you as a business owner and leader. Throughout the program, you will share your experiences and insights and challenge yourself to reimagine the way you do business. This program may align with you if:

    - Business is past the business ideation phase and is moving forward

    - Interest in applicable, hands-on learning and coaching with a group of like-minded entrepreneurs

    - Employ less than 5 workers

    - Can identify areas for improvement but not the strategy to solve them

    - Are open to constructive criticism for the benefit of your business

    If you are still unsure, please email rochelle@ctbnd.com to see if this program is a good fit for you and your business.

  • You can submit an application on this page during the inquiry period. The application will require you to answer questions about your business and leadership style. Once reviewed, you may be selected for a virtual interview based on your availability. Final participants will be chosen 7-14 days from the interview.

  • To participate in the program, you will need access to a computer with a webcam and Adobe Reader, and an email, Zoom, and GroupMe account to fully engage with the class.

  • Weekly sessions are 3 hours long with a 30-minute networking opportunity. They will lead by a facilitator and may feature presentations from a guest subject matter expert or business owner. Each session will include open discussions, in-class activities, and small group breakout sessions.

  • It’s important for all participants to feel comfortable sharing about their business. Due to participant confidentiality, we do not record sessions.

  • Yes, you will be expected to complete assignments weekly and prepare a final pitch that you can add to your business portfolio. NDWBC's certified business coaches will have office hours available to help you work through assignments or ask your questions.

  • No, it's not a requirement. You are free to share as much or as little as you would like during open discussions.

  • Applicants may withdraw their application until the day applications close with a 100% refund. Cancellations one week before the first session will be charged a $100 cancellation fee, and cancellations after this date will be charged $350. The cancellation fee is nonrefundable.

  • If you would like to know more about this course, please email intensives@ctbnd.com to see if this program is a good fit for you and your business.