Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is hand-selecting qualifying entrepreneurs for free training. In addition, this growing community is a place to learn, share experiences, and expand your network.

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

This week, Brent sat down with Director of Marketing and Alumni Relations, Andrea Anderson to discuss what Goldman Sachs is offering qualifying entrepreneurs.

• First, we meet Andrea and learn how she joined the program.
• Second, we learn how the program started from the recession of 2008.
• Third, Andrea shares how the program launched in Dallas in 2014.
• Fourth, we learn how often a new batch of entrepreneurs is selected.
• Fifth, Andrea walks us through how this training differs from a traditional MBA.
• Sixth, what is a growth plan, and how does it apply to entrepreneurs within the program?
• In addition, we learn how COVID has effected the training process.
• Seventh, Andrea shares how the program is free to small business owners.
• Eighth, we learn why diversity is an essential piece to the Goldman Sachs puzzle.
• Ninth, Andrea shares what it takes to qualify for the program and what sessions look like.
• In addition, we learn about alumni relations after graduation.
• Finally, Andrea shares her biggest surprise from running the alumni program.

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