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own to having an entire cohort that’s receiving guidance, mentoring and introductions that will help take them to the next level,” Robinson said. In Pflugerville, Jones said the PCDC is working on developing an entrepreneurship program to nurture small businesses in the area.
investors. The application deadline is Oct. 19. Participation in this program is intended to set up a pathway for Central Texas startups to engage in equity-based accelerator programs and invest- ment opportunities, Robinson said. “It’s really meant to equip a startup founder with the tools, from just figuring this out on their
In mid-September, the Round Rock Chamber announced its first partnership to accelerate the development of local startups. Called gBETA, the free seven-week, no-equity accelerator will offer one-on-one coaching and tailored programming to participants, as well as a network of potential mentors, customers and
How it works gBETA, a free seven-week program, provides Round Rock-area startups with guidance to scale their business.
Alumni support, conferences and continued pitching opportunities
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Team meetings with gBETA program manager; lunch and learns focused on marketing, financing, pitching and other topics; speed dating sessions with potential mentors
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More immediate is the start of the first generation of the gBETA accelerator, Robinson said. The first cohort of the accelerator will begin the program Oct. 30. “Once they graduate, they’re part of the ‘gener8or’ network,” Robinson said. “They’ll have access to resources globally as they continue their journey.”
of its development, expected to be complete in October, he said. This expansion includes a second strip of retail spaces, which are already leased, as well as more boat and recreational vehicle storage. A third and fourth phase are already in the works, he said, with available space for a fifth so the project can grow with the city. “As there is a need—and people need it—we can add on,” Postar said.
Projects to bring affordable options to small- business owners throughout the region are underway at varying stages of completion. The flexible-use space planned by WorkHub is set to be located near Wilke Lane and Huntingtower Castle Boulevard in Pflugerville and is expected to open in 2026, according to the company. In Hutto, Postar’s Affordable Storage facility is in the process of completing the second phase
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