The program is open to all sole proprietors interested in creating jobs, opportunities, and economic growth in their communities. Eligible applicants must operate a revenue-generating business that has been in operation for at least one year, with a minimum revenue of $25,000 in the past 12 months. The business must be a sole proprietorship with no other full-time employees.
About the Program
This free business education program offers 12 weeks of online learning combined with an all-expenses-paid, in-person experience at Goldman Sachs headquarters in New York. Designed specifically for sole proprietors, the program helps CEOs guide their business growth and ensure that their businesses stay in the black. Each participant is paired with a strategic advisor who provides personalized guidance to accelerate their path to growth.
- 1,600+
- Small Business Owners Reached¹
- 57%
- Increased Revenue Within 6 Months²
- 35%
- Hired New Employees Within 6 Months²
Sources: 1 Based on internal data collected since program inception in 2022. 2 Data is self-reported by Black in Business alumni, surveyed 6 months after program completion since 2022.
Who is Eligible?
Program Commitment
The program requires 9-12 hours per week of online study. Participants develop business action plans, attend in-person orientation and graduation, and engage with advisors, mentors, and business leaders.
What You’ll LearnThe Black in Business curriculum has been developed in partnership with the NYU Stern School of Business, and covers the following topics:
Mastering the Art of Customer Attraction
Financial Planning & Projection
Keys to Effective Marketing
Pricing & Profits
Optimizing Your Operations for Growth
Positioning for Growth
Managing Your Financial Statements
Access to Capital
Alumni Perspectives
Goldman Sachs Black in Business graduates are growing their businesses and supporting communities across the United States.
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Abeille Creations, Atlanta, Georgia
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The Laundry Basket, Baltimore, Maryland
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