Although our focus is to provide business acceleration support for Aviation and Homeland Security spin-outs, our experience in business development and acceleration inevitably crosses all industry sectors.  Whether building a new software company or looking to accelerate the growth of an existing advanced manufacturing business, our General Acceleration Services will assist in that growth.

Additionally, we are developing an online platform which will take advantage of the most current technologies to facilitate that growth.  When our Virtual Incubator is complete it will have services including; Coaching, Mentoring, Funding, Legal and Accounting support, IT Infrastructure, Business Plan Writing, Entrepreneurial Education and many more.  Contact Cheryl Beard for additional information.

Coaching and mentoring is a very important part of building the business. As the business grows, it can afford to hire full time employees with good subject matter expertise, in the meantime, there are valuable coaches and mentors to help guide the business through its early development. Whether you are an experienced businessman who would be interested in helping these new enterprises or if you are a new enterprise that is seeking experienced advice, our Coaching and Mentoring program can help. Contact Cheryl Beard for additional information.

• Accelerator Process: A formal process to nurture incubator clients and track progress through all stages of their development.
• Creation of prototype manufacturing and testing: Significant to Battle Creek is deep manufacturing talent and capabilities.  Additionally, many upstart businesses need prototype manufacturing capabilities to develop their first generation of their product.
• Academic Program Linkages: Our academic partnerships include Kellogg Community College, Western Michigan University, University of Michigan, Northwestern University, Miller College, Generation-E. - Learn more.
• Consulting: An appropriate and expert business consultant may assist in commercialization strategy, market analysis, business plan development, partnership development, facilities planning, and financial planning.  bcVentures also cultivates mentors from angel networks, venture capitalists, educational institutions and local business owners.
• Entrepreneurial Education: Battle Creek Unlimited hosts educational opportunities and networking events to educate entrepreneurs and their business partners and encourage the formation of networks. - Learn more.