Target Launch: Q4 2026
Business Ascend Cohort Expansion
The next phase of Business Ascend—scaling cohort support to serve more businesses through structured coaching, systems, and peer learning.
Expansion Cohort Overview
Cohort Expansion builds on lessons from the pilot to strengthen delivery and increase the number of businesses served. Our goal is to expand Business Ascend to support up to 10 businesses through structured assessment, personalized growth planning, consistent coaching, and targeted technical assistance. As the program scales, BBN aims to create more entry points for business owners while maintaining accountability, peer learning, and long-term support systems.
Expansion Timeline
(Oct 2026– Sep 2027)
October 2026
Onboarding & Assessment
Businesses complete structured assessments and clarify goals and priorities.
November 2026
Growth Planning
Each business receives a personalized growth plan and dashboard setup.
December 2026–September 2027
Implementation & Coaching
Monthly 1:1 coaching with technical assistance and specialized support aligned to needs.
Through September 2027
Sustainment & Continued Access
Check-ins and outcomes tracking continue through the end of the cohort, with continued access to cohort discussion spaces and resources beyond exit.
*Expansion cohorts follow the same support model as the pilot, with continued access to the cohort hub and peer learning as new cohorts launch.
What Participants Receive
Monthly 1:1 coaching and check-ins with a primary consultant throughout the cohort year to guide implementation, problem-solve challenges, and track progress.
After the assessment phase, businesses receive targeted support from specialized consultants aligned to their needs—such as web design, branding, culinary consulting, supply chain/operations, and packaging redesign.
Cohort businesses may receive conditional support for priority expenses that strengthen operations and visibility—such as POS systems, signage, packaging, equipment, branding assets, and other essential needs identified during the cohort.
Participants receive access to a personalized cohort dashboard to track progress, access tools and resources, and stay connected through ongoing peer dialogue and Q&A. Support includes discussion channels, check-ins, and shared meeting links, with continued access beyond the cohort period.
How we Measure Success (A.S.C.E.N.D.)
Baseline assessment and goal alignment to identify priorities and set a clear action plan.
Measured by: baseline vs. final assessment, defined goals, completed planning steps.
Improved internal systems across operations, finance readiness, and workflow consistency.
Measured by: implemented tools/processes, documented system upgrades, coaching check-ins.
Stronger public-facing presence through updated branding and visibility assets.
Measured by: before/after comparisons, completed assets (signage, web, marketing), reporting.
Consistent implementation of monthly action steps supported by coaching and technical assistance.
Measured by: action step completion, progress tracking, consultant engagement.
Clear outcomes showing stronger readiness for sustainable growth beyond the cohort period.
Measured by: final reflection, readiness indicators, documented next-step plan and outcomes.