Introducing the Community Business Academy Foodpreneur Cohort! 

 Embark on a culinary business journey with our specialized program designed exclusively for food business enthusiasts and entrepreneurs.

Led by industry-renowned experts Tiffany Williams and Javon Nicholas, who are not only seasoned professionals but also passionate foodpreneurs themselves, this cohort’s curriculum is tailored to equip you with the business fundamentals and skills needed to thrive in Chicago's competitive food business landscape. Immerse yourself in a participatory adult learning environment where every lesson revolves around topics like budgeting, pricing, break even point, target customer, competition, cash flow, among others. Experience hands-on learning like never before with our Business Simulations, strategically integrated into weeks Two, Five, and Eight of the program. Delve into the challenges of running a food business as you simulate the entire journey, from conceptualizing a food product to navigating through market demands, production planning, sales forecasting, procurement, negotiation, financial management, and more – all while collaborating with fellow food enthusiasts.

Though the core principles remain consistent throughout the curriculum, the Foodpreneur Cohort ** offers a specialized approach, ensuring that every piece of knowledge imparted is filled with real life food business experiences, challenges, and success stories that can be applied immediately to your food business.  Don't miss this opportunity to turn your culinary dreams into a delectable reality – join the Foodpreneur Cohort today!

**The CBA Foodpreneur Cohort is funded by the Early-Stage Food Business Incubator Program of the City of Chicago.