So, You Want To Own Your Own Business Workshop

Description

Speaker

Michael Edwards
Executive Director
Bulverde Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation

Stop Planning in Circles. Start Building with Traction.

Too many aspiring entrepreneurs get stuck overthinking or launching without validation. This workshop is built around a simple, disciplined progression:

Validate first. Formalize second. Scale third.

What You’ll Learn

The $1,000 Challenge
Identify exactly what you would sell and who would buy it if you had 30 days to earn your first $1,000.

Problem-First Design
Learn why you must identify a real problem worth solving before choosing a name, logo, or location.

Local Compliance Roadmap
Understand the legal and regulatory requirements for the City of Bulverde, Spring Branch, and Comal County.

The 7-Day Starter Sprint
Leave with a structured, day-by-day action plan to validate your idea in one week.

Lender Readiness
Know what bankers and the SBA expect before you apply for funding.

Your Commitment

This is not a theory session.
You will leave with a completed One-Page Business Plan and a clear understanding of the tactical steps required to operate legally in our region.

The Startup Roadmap

Stage 1: Validate (Days 1–7)
Prove demand before spending capital.

Stage 2: Formalize
Navigate legal, tax, and local compliance.

Stage 3: Capitalize
Financial modeling and loan readiness.

Stage 4: Scale
Build systems for long-term growth.

Brought to You By

Bulverde Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation
Supporting business formation, growth, and long-term economic vitality.