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I-HOPE Women's Business Center

H.E.R. Institute - Small Business Accelerator

Aug
5
2025
Tue, Aug 5 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7 sessions ending Tue, Sep 16
Topic: Managing a Business

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Business Accelerator Course - 7 Weeks - In Person

H.E.R. Institute (Hope, Empowerment, and Restoration of your small business) is a once-a-year, in-person course designed to help entrepreneurs turn their passion and skills into profitable, lasting businesses.

Led by our Executive Director Dorothea Bernique — one of 50 Black Women Nonprofit Leaders Transforming America — this powerful program blends personal finance, business operations, and mindset mastery.

You’ll learn everything from licensing and startup essentials to advanced sales and marketing — all in one supportive, empowering course. Whether you're just starting out or ready to grow, this program is here to guide you every step of the way.

Though we are a Women’s Business Center, we proudly serve all small business entrepreneurs age 18 and up.

If you're ready to build a business that changes your life and supports your household, H.E.R. Institute is here to help you stand strong, succeed, and thrive. Your independence starts now.

In-Person Schedule

August 5 - Orientation

August 12 - Personal Development

August 19 - Business Development

August 26 - Sales and Marketing

September 2 - Financial Management

September 9 - Customer Service

September 16 - Human Resources Development and Graduation

*Classes are held inside The Opportunity Center and begin promptly at 6PM.

PAYMENT LINK

*Be sure to Register here on this site for the course and then click the payment link which will take you to a new page.

Please reach out if the enrollment fee is a barrier so we can work out a plan for participation.

Click here to view the H.E.R. Institute course flier (PDF)


Fee: $ 100.00

This session is $100.00 per person.

Phone: 843-408-0343

Location

I-HOPE Women's Business Center
The Opportunity Center
8570 Rivers Avenue North Charleston SC 29406


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