Makers to Market Accelerator – AM Cohort

You know how to make your product. Now, build the business behind it.

Makers to Market is a new three-day accelerator from the Women’s Business Center at ASSETS for entrepreneurs who make physical products and want to build a stronger foundation for growth. From pricing and production to sales and marketing, you’ll work through the practical pieces of building a successful product-based business.

Morning Cohort
October 21, 22, and 23 | 9am-12pm
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday – Participants must commit to attending all three sessions.
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What You’ll Learn:

Day 1: Know Your Business
Understand your costs, pricing, customers, business structure and financial foundations.

Day 2: Build Your Operation
Strengthen your production, inventory, packaging, quality control and day-to-day systems.

Day 3: Get to Market
Explore retail, wholesale, markets, branding and marketing, and build a 90-day action plan.

Is Makers to Market for You?

Makers to Market is designed for entrepreneurs who make physical products for sale, including:

• Packaged foods and beverages
• Apparel, textiles and accessories
• Candles, soaps and personal care products
• Ceramics, home goods and furniture
• Other artisan and consumer goods produced in repeatable batches

You don’t need a factory. Businesses operating from commercial kitchens, studios, workshops, maker spaces or home-based businesses may qualify.

Not sure if your business is a fit? Contact us at wbc@assetspa.org

Program Details:

Program Fee: $150
Registration Deadline: September 25, 2026
The fee includes all three sessions, program materials and light refreshments. Scholarships are available for those who need assistance with the program fee.