The Biz Foundry, UCDD partner on pitch competition for recovering addicts who have a business idea
The Biz Foundry in Cookeville is partnering with the Upper Cumberland Development District’s “Recovery2Work” program to help recovering addicts turn their business ideas into reality.
Titled “Inspire Recovery with Entrepreneurial Dreams,” applications opened today and will continue to be accepted through September 16 for a chance to pitch their concepts at a “Pitch It Night” on September 26. Eligibility criteria are as follows:
- In recovery for two or more years;
- Reside in the Upper Cumberland region; and
- Have an active recovery support team/system submission mentor.
“Tell us about your dream of opening your own small business,” the sponsors write on the program’s webpage. “In 2,000 words or less, tell us your story and your idea. How you feel opening a small business will impact not only you but your community.” The applications should include: (1) name of the business and its location; (2) how the start-up will impact the community; (3) how the applicant will use the funds; (4) the specific service or product; (5) start-up budget; and (6) basic business plan.
More information and a link to the application can be found here.
