Small Business arc program Application

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Are you a current member of the MLK Jr.-Ashby Business Association?­­ Yes ___ No___

Tell us about your current community engagement? In what ways would your community benefit from your participation in the Small Business ARC program?

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  _{I would like to be considered for a Regions Bank Scholarship Award. Please indicate your reasons for needing this award.}
  

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  _Resume
  
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  _{Business plan or model, if applicable}
  
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  _{A valid business license or proof of application for one}
  
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  _{Sample brochures or marketing material (optional)}
  
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  _{Fees (Due at the time of enrollment before classes start): $2,500 *Because of the generous support from Regions Bank, we will award 6 businesses a $2,000 to $2,400 scholarship to offset the cost of the program.}
  
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   All small business applicants must complete an Application Form and e-mail it to: aotey@aucenter.edu or mail it to AUCC, P.O. Box 92527, Atlanta, GA 30314 by January 31, 2017 in order to be considered for an interview.
   
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   Each business owner must commit to attend meetings, networking opportunities and trainings as requested.
   
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   Each business owner must complete all required assignments to build skills and learn new strategies for business improvement.
   
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   Each business owner must commit to meet with contracted consultants and experts as scheduled and notify them in advance if there is a change in scheduling.
   
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   Each business owner must commit to exhibit a community-friendly attitude with all consultants, and AUCC and UCDC staff.
   
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   Each business owner must commit to completing a Business Needs Assessment and to creating or updating a Business Plan or Model as needed with our contractor.
   
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   Each business owner must commit to completing all requested information as needed and in a timely manner.
   
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   Each business owner must commit to sign a Photo Release Statement at the beginning of the services for use in communicating our collaborative efforts and success stories.
   

Rita Gibson at 404-572-3643, Email: rgibson-ucdc@aucenter.edu