Unlock Contracting Success with the SC-VBC Capacity Accelerator!

Empowering Small Businesses & Enhancing Procurement Opportunities

The Southern California Virtual Business Center (SC-VBC) presents the Capacity Accelerator – a groundbreaking 12-week supplier development training designed to equip small business owners with the tools they need to secure corporate and government contracts. This program also provides procurement entities with essential training to guide and develop diverse suppliers, fostering long-term growth and capacity-building.

For Small Business Owners:

• Comprehensive Training: Gain expert instruction through video curriculum, live weekly coaching, textbook, and roadmap.
• Guided Contracting Journey: Follow our director Kimberly Kelly-Rolfe’s acclaimed book, Capacity: The Roadmap to Secure Corporate and Government Contracts, with a step-by-step approach.
• Live Coaching: Engage in weekly sessions led by USC professors and industry experts every Thursday from 4-6:30 PM.
• Practical Implementation: Implement learned strategies during the program with checkpoints, milestones, and ongoing support.
• Long-Term Access: Enjoy a full year of access to curriculum, coaching, and the SC-VBC community.

Why Procurement Entities Should Invest:

• Train-the-Trainer Program: Equip your organization with procurement best practices and cohort management tools.
• Supplier Development: Strengthen diverse suppliers, helping them build the capacity to secure larger contracts.
• Enhanced Supply Chain: Create a pipeline of well-prepared, competitive small businesses ready for contracting opportunities.
• Sustainable Growth: Foster scalable businesses that contribute to economic development and supply chain diversity.

Curriculum Highlights:

1. The Six Secrets to Contracting
2. Roadmap to Secure Contracts
3. Winning Approaches to Contracting
4. Core Business & Capacity Elements
5. Building Relationships for Contracts
6. Key Financials for Business Success
7. Formula for Securing Capital
8. Succeeding in Contracting
9. Crafting a Winning Pitch
10. Writing Proposals & Submitting Bids
11. Habits of Million-Dollar Suppliers
12. Budget Preparation & Narrative Development

Why Choose the Capacity Accelerator?

• Unique Value: Unlike other programs, the Capacity Accelerator offers deep dive learning with long-term engagement, ensuring lasting impact.
• Expert-Driven: Led by industry leaders and College Professors and backed by practical insights and proven strategies.
• Network Access: Connect with anchor institutions and expand your business horizons.

Take the First Step Toward Contracting and Supplier Diversity Success! Visit www.scvirtualbusinesscenter.com to learn more and enroll today.Register Now