2025 Business Program and Competition REGISTERTODAY!
Classes start January 28, 2025 and are held virtually every Tuesday evening for 10-weeks
$300,000 in cash and in-kind awards
$300,000 in cash and in-kind awards
Register Today for Virginia’s Largest Business Program and Competition!
The GAUNTLET is a dynamic 10-week business development program and competition that connects entrepreneurs to business expertise, mentors, and resources.
Nearly 1,000 like minded entrepreneurs and 300 innovative business leaders make up this extraordinary entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Over $300,000 in cash and in-kind awards are given, with additional resources such as low interest loan funds, matching grants, and industry expertise are available to GAUNTLET participants.
www.TheAdvancementFoundation.org/The-Gauntlet www.Facebook.com/TAFGauntlet
Main Street, GIG, and Early-Stage High Growth companies will gain ground more quickly with the help of:
Diverse Types of Businesses
Cross Regional Entrepreneurial Network
360° Business Needs
Assessment
Customer Discovery
Mentor and Industry Expert Consulting
Access to Resources
Scaling Strategies
Business Growth Plan: budgeting, marketing, customer retention
Sept. 2024-Jan. 2025: Complete Application to Register for The GAUNTLET
January 28, 2025: GAUNTLET Classes Begin (Virtual Tues Nights for 10-weeks)
April 2025: The GAUNTLET Business Competition (Business Plan Submission)
May 20, 2025: The GAUNTLET Graduation and Awards Ceremony
Want to learn more? Email us at Gauntlet@TheAdvancementFoundation.org