Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program helps entrepreneurs increase revenues and create jobs and economic opportunity in their communities.

You Built Your Business.We'll Help You Grow It.

Provided with the right mix of training and support, America's small business owners can grow their companies and create a meaningful impact in their communities.

Stimulating Small Business Growth

Our program participants represent a broad spectrum of entrepreneurs representing industries across this nation. Measured results are seen at 6 months after graduation still growing at 30 months.

10,000 Small Businesses Annual Report

Apply Now for Fall 2025 at https://www.houston10ksb.com/ – Deadline May 27, 2025

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is a no-cost 16-week cohort program designed to help entrepreneurs scale their business by providing access to education, capital, and support services.

The curriculum is designed by Babson College, the nation’s top-ranked entrepreneurship school.

An opportunity to network with fellow business leaders, advisors and faculty, as well as peers in your cohort. Plus, join a network of over 1,000 local alumni and over 16,000 nationwide.

Apply Now - The application deadline for the fall cohort is May 27, 2025.

Who Do We Help

Expectations

Who Should Apply

Education For Business Growth

We work with a broad set of industries, such as:

Professional, Business and Other Services
Accommodation and Food Services
Construction
Retail and Ecommerce
Information
Manufacturing
Health Care and Social Assistance
Educational Services

10KSB cohort members engaging in a workshop activity

16-week program focused on business growth
Weekly classes on Thursdays, from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
A few Tuesday Clinics from 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Classes are held at Houston Community College (HCC) Alief Hayes Campus

10KSB Members Group Photo

These are the minimum requirements:

Must be the owner or co-owner
2+ years of business operations
2+ employees (including the owner/co-owner)
$75,000+ in business revenue in the most recent fiscal year

Group photo of 10KSB Cohort members

Module 1: You and Your Business
Module 2: Growth & Opportunity
Module 3: Money & Metrics
Module 4: You Are The Leader
Module 5: It’s The People
Module 6: Marketing and Selling
Module 7: Operations & Processes
Module 8: Being Bankable
Module 9: Action for Growth

Information Session

Register for the upcoming information session on Tuesday, April 23, 2025, from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at HCC Alief Hayes A319 (3^rd floor)