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You've built a business. Now it's time to build its future. The Montgomery County Commerce Department, in partnership with Widener University Small Business Development Center, invites established Montgomery County business owners to apply for IGNITE Your Business — 2027 Executive Growth Program. This no-cost executive education program is designed to help business owners transition from managing day-to-day operations to leading the next stage of business growth. Beginning January 20, 2027, approximately 20 selected business owners will participate in a six-month experience combining expert instruction, real-world business applications, peer collaboration, and strategic planning. Through IGNITE, you'll strengthen your ability to: • Identify new opportunities for revenue growth and market expansion.• Improve profitability and financial decision-making.• Build stronger teams, leadership capabilities, and business systems.• Develop an actionable Three-Year Strategic Growth Plan. Who should apply? Established Montgomery County businesses generating $150,000–$10 million in annual revenue, operating for at least three years, and employing at least one full-time-equivalent employee beyond the owner. Potential Microgrant Opportunities: In addition to no-cost executive education, eligible businesses may apply for microgrants of up to $5,000 through the Pennsylvania Southeast Business Assistance Center (PA SEBAC), administered by Greenline Access Capital. Funding is subject to eligibility requirements, application approval, and availability. Participation in IGNITE does not guarantee a grant award. 1. Register for an Upcoming Information SessionLearn about the curriculum, eligibility, participant expectations, and application process. Select the session that works best for you: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PMRegister for the November 17 Information Session Wednesday, December 2, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 PMRegister for the December 2 Information Session 2. Apply for IGNITE and Learn MoreReady to take your business to the next level?Visit our program website for additional information and to begin your application:Learn More and Apply Here. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Participation is limited to approximately 20 selected businesses.
You've built a business. Now it's time to build its future.
The Montgomery County Commerce Department, in partnership with Widener University Small Business Development Center, invites established Montgomery County business owners to apply for IGNITE Your Business — 2027 Executive Growth Program.
This no-cost executive education program is designed to help business owners transition from managing day-to-day operations to leading the next stage of business growth.
Beginning January 20, 2027, approximately 20 selected business owners will participate in a six-month experience combining expert instruction, real-world business applications, peer collaboration, and strategic planning.
Through IGNITE, you'll strengthen your ability to:
• Identify new opportunities for revenue growth and market expansion.
• Improve profitability and financial decision-making.
• Build stronger teams, leadership capabilities, and business systems.
• Develop an actionable Three-Year Strategic Growth Plan.
Who should apply? Established Montgomery County businesses generating $150,000–$10 million in annual revenue, operating for at least three years, and employing at least one full-time-equivalent employee beyond the owner.
Potential Microgrant Opportunities: In addition to no-cost executive education, eligible businesses may apply for microgrants of up to $5,000 through the Pennsylvania Southeast Business Assistance Center (PA SEBAC), administered by Greenline Access Capital. Funding is subject to eligibility requirements, application approval, and availability. Participation in IGNITE does not guarantee a grant award.
1. Register for an Upcoming Information Session
Learn about the curriculum, eligibility, participant expectations, and application process. Select the session that works best for you:
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM
Register for the November 17 Information Session
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 PM
Register for the December 2 Information Session
2. Apply for IGNITE and Learn More
Ready to take your business to the next level?
Visit our program website for additional information and to begin your application:
Learn More and Apply Here.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Participation is limited to approximately 20 selected businesses.