The LaunchWakeCounty program aims to support and develop entrepreneurs and small businesses in under-resourced communities in the county. Towns across Wake County collaborate with Wake Tech to offer a LaunchWakeCounty program for established or aspiring entrepreneurs in their communities. By nurturing homegrown, Main Street businesses, we hope to strengthen the small-business ecosystem across the region.

Participants in these no-fee programs are selected based on a competitive application and review process. Each program includes the following:

• A 10-week training class that meets once a week for three hours
• Hands-on mentoring
• Peer and community networking
• Assistance locating non-traditional sources of capital

If you're interested in joining a Launch class, join our waiting list, and we will contact you when the next class is offered in your area.

Want to applying for a LaunchWakeCounty program but don't see your town listed? Email the Wake Tech Small Business Center at [email protected].