Entrepreneur-in-Residence (Fall 2022)
Details
Deadline to Apply
About
The Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) will offer diverse entrepreneurs the opportunity to connect and interact with successful entrepreneurs and business experts who truly understand the disparities of entrepreneurship due to their own life experiences.
The EIR will be available for one-on-one mentoring appointments to inspire and motivate individuals in their journey.
The EIR will design and present entrepreneur-focused programs with diverse subject matter experts to cultivate learning and networking.
The EiR will contribute to the online content on the library’s website and/or the Entrepreneurs & Small Business of the Midlands (Columbia, SC) Facebook Group.
The Details:
- Residency Dates: October 1, 2022 – January 31, 2023
- 40 Office Hours per month
- Office Hours/Coaching Appointments (minimum of 5 appointments per week)
- Public Programs
- $2800/Monthly Stipend
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Commitment of developing Columbia’s small business community by mentoring and inspiring new and established entrepreneurs.
- A proven record of starting and developing a successful small to medium-sized business in Columbia.
- 3 or more years of successful business experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Expert knowledge to evaluate business ideas and plans against essential criteria for success.
Closing date for applications: August 26, 2022
As part of the application process, applicants selected to interview will be required to do a brief presentation on a timely business topic.