GETUP Anniston - The City of Anniston

GETUP Anniston - An Entrepreneurship Program

Are you ready to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality? Main Street Anniston, in partnership with leading local organizations, is thrilled to present the GETUP Anniston program—a comprehensive series of FREE business classes designed to guide you through every step of starting and growing your own business.

Over the course of 6 weeks, GETUP Anniston will immerse you in 10 essential topics, with classes held twice a month. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to refine your skills, this program offers invaluable insights tailored to your needs.

Here’s what you’ll explore:

Business Concept and Planning: Learn how to transform your idea into a solid business plan.
Market Understanding: Discover how to analyze your market and identify opportunities.
Business Tools, Organizational Structure, and Insurance: Get equipped with the tools and knowledge to structure your business effectively and protect it with the right insurance.
Accounting Basics, Taxes, and Financial Statements: Master the fundamentals of accounting and financial management.
Cash Flow Management and Business Financing: Understand how to manage your cash flow and explore financing options to fuel your growth.
Selecting Business Locations and Understanding Leasing: Find the perfect location for your business and navigate the complexities of leasing.
Navigating Licenses, Permits, and Zoning: Ensure you meet all legal requirements to operate smoothly.
Utilizing Historic Tax Credits and Grants: Leverage available incentives to support your business financially.
Marketing and Leveraging Social Media: Develop effective marketing strategies and harness the power of social media to reach your audience.
Local Resources and Civic Engagement Opportunities: Connect with local resources and engage with the community to build a strong network.

We highly encourage participants to enroll in the entire program to gain a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to start a successful business. However, we also offer the flexibility to attend individual sessions based on your specific needs and interests.

Complete the full GETUP Anniston program, and you could earn the opportunity to compete in our exclusive “Pitch” contest for a chance to win seed money to launch your start-up in the vibrant Main Street Anniston business district.

Don’t miss this chance to gain essential business skills, connect with local resources, and take the first step toward achieving your entrepreneurial goals!

For questions, please contact Main Street Anniston at the points of contact listed at the bottom of this page.

Class Schedules:

ALL CLASSES ARE FROM 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM CT.

Monday, October 7, 2024 – SBDC –Business Concept and Planning, Market Understanding, Business Tools, Organizational Structure, and Insurance.

Monday, October 21, 2024 – Warren Averett (pending) and First Bank of Alabama – Accounting Basics, Taxes, Financial Statements, Cash Flow Management and Business Financing.

Monday, November 4, 2024 – Realtor, Hunter Cain, and the City of Anniston – Selecting Business Locations and Understanding Leasing, Navigating Licenses, Permits, and Zoning.