Initiate

In addition to connecting businesses and organizations with expert consultants, the Mountain Association offers free access to a site called Initiate. Its use can be either self-guided or coupled with a Mountain Association Business Support project.

Popular stand-alone items include:

• Cash Flow Budgeting Template
• How To Create Your Business Plan (3 minute read)
• Small Business Funding Options (8 minute read)
• Nonprofit resources: including diversity/equity/inclusion, board management, and grant readiness

Learning modules include pre-set tracks like:

• Preparing for a Loan Request
• Crafting Your Business Plan
• Intro to Business Financials

Get started:

The link below will take you to the sign up page. You can also watch this 2-minute tutorial to get familiar.

Note: Initiate is also available in Spanish.