HOW TO ENGAGE THROUGH LOCAL
WHO IS LOCAL FOR?
We focus on helping retail, trade, and service based businesses in Jackson and Hillsdale counties. If that sounds like you and you are trying to grow, then the Lean Rocket LOCAL program is for you.
WHAT DO I GET?
Through the Lean Rocket LOCAL program you get access to education, coaching, mentorship, community, events, exposure, resources, and funding opportunities. These are delivered in multiple ways including cohort based bootcamp programs, community groups called collectives, and 1-1 coaching with local business experts.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Click the Apply button anywhere on this page. Our application for the cohort based bootcamp is currently closed but we would love to meet with you to understand how Lean Rocket Lab can support you via coaching, events, resources, and exposure. Fill out our intake form to get connected with a member of our team.
Fellows Bootcamp
Collectives
Funding
Coaching
Events & Exposure
Resources
LOCAL SERVICES
Apply for a cohort based bootcamp, join a collective, access funding, participate in events, learn about resources, and more!
BOOTCAMP
Bootcamp is a series of workshops and courses designed to help people learn and grow in what it takes to run a business. From finance to sales and marketing and everything in between.
MILESTONE GRANTS
Fellows are eligible to access milestone grant funding that can be used for a variety of business technical assistance needs.
COACHING & EXPOSURE
Being a LOCAL Fellow means access to our incredible network of mentors and coaches. As well as critical customer exposure through various Lab events.
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UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
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MEET OUR GRADUATES
See and hear from past Fellows Bootcamp participants!
RUNNING A LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS SHOULDN'T FEEL LIKE A CONSTANT UPHILL BATTLE.
IS THIS YOU?
You’ve built something great, but now you’re stuck. Between managing day-to-day operations, navigating post-pandemic hurdles, and trying to find the right staff, there’s no time left to actually lead your company to the next level.
ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH...
Operational Burnout: "I’m the only person who knows how to run this place, and I’m exhausted."
Financial Fog: "I have revenue, but I don’t have the clear financial reporting or capital I need to expand."
The Local Struggle: Small businesses are the backbone of Jackson, but they are often the last to receive the high-level consulting and grant support they deserve.