Are you an entrepreneur or startup working in the agriculture, food, or biotechnology sectors? If so, there’s a fantastic opportunity for you to access expert-driven, no-cost support that will help your venture become investment-ready and strategically positioned for market entry.

The Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance, in collaboration with AgStart, is launching the AgriFoodTech Entrepreneurs Resource (AFTER) Program. This program is designed to provide tailored guidance and support specifically for AgriTech startups, helping you navigate challenges and scale your business effectively.

What is the AFTER Program?

The AFTER Program is a dedicated advisory resource aimed at AgriFood and BioTech companies. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your business strategy for growth, this program offers valuable insights from industry experts to guide you toward market readiness and future success.

Through the leadership of AgStart, a nonprofit focused on supporting agriculture, food, and health entrepreneurs, the AFTER Program offers a unique blend of services to boost your venture’s trajectory. AgStart is renowned for helping companies commercialize innovative technologies and is a key player in the Sacramento region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Two-Fold Support for AgriFood and BioTech Startups

The AFTER Program offers two primary forms of support:

  1. Advisory Sessions:
    Get personalized, one-on-one or group advisory support from seasoned experts in AgriTech, food tech, and biotech industries. Whether you’re looking for strategic guidance, market insights, or help in becoming investment-ready, these advisory sessions are designed to help you take actionable steps toward your business goals.
  2. Connections to Critical Resources:
    The program doesn’t just offer advice—it provides crucial connections to potential customers, investors, and other valuable resources. These networks can help you navigate the complexities of entering the market and scaling your startup effectively.

Why Should You Apply?

As part of the Accelerate CA Hubs initiative by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), this no-cost resource is a unique opportunity for startups within the AgriFood and BioTech sectors. If you’re an entrepreneur looking for strategic guidance, market connections, and investment preparation, this program offers you a chance to access expert-driven support without the usual cost barriers.

By participating in the AFTER Program, you can:

  • Refine your business strategy with tailored advice
  • Enhance your readiness for investors
  • Build critical connections with industry stakeholders
  • Accelerate your path to market entry and growth

How to Apply

The AgriFoodTech Entrepreneurs Resource (AFTER) Program is accepting applications now, with a deadline of September 30th. Don’t miss this chance to gain access to top-tier advisory support and strategic connections to drive your startup forward.

Apply for support here.

Wrap-Up

The AFTER Program is a unique opportunity for AgriTech, food tech, and biotech startups in the Sacramento region. Through this no-cost program, you’ll receive expert guidance to help your business become investment-ready and strategically positioned for market success. With a wealth of resources and connections, the AFTER Program can be the catalyst that accelerates your startup’s growth.

Take advantage of this valuable resource and apply today!

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