DRK Growth Program
Workshops, coaching, and community for Chicago entrepreneurs.
The DRK Growth Program offers a comprehensive mix of workshops, 1:1 consultations and coaching, and community building. Our focus is on providing crucial business best practices including accounting and tax, licensing and permitting, branding and marketing, operations and training, and food production and manufacturing.
What You Get
As part of the Growth Program, participants gain access to:
1:1 Consultations
Direct access to DRK subject matter experts across finance, operations, licensing, and marketing.
Monthly Workshops
Development workshops with industry experts and thought leaders, free and open to all participants.
Peer Networking
Peer-to-peer networking opportunities with other small business owners and entrepreneurs.
Community Building
Community-building and connection with the broader DRK network of entrepreneurs across Chicago.
Program Eligibility
While we prioritize businesses aligning with our target type, stage, and location, all eligible businesses are encouraged to apply.
Business Type
We support a diverse range across the food ecosystem: production, distribution, processing, retail. This includes growers, food hubs, distributors, processing facilities, community markets, co-ops, corner stores, farm stands, farmers markets, mobile markets, grocery stores, home food prep, restaurants, caterers, and more.
Business Stage
Our program is tailored for pre-launch, early-stage, and start-up businesses. Whether you're just getting started or looking to stabilize and grow, the program provides personalized support and resources tailored to your specific needs.
Business Location
Applicants must be located in the City of Chicago. We prioritize community areas facing both food and economic insecurity in the City of Chicago.
*Exclusion of cannabis or alcohol-related businesses, per City guidelines.
Rolling Applications
Join us anytime.
The DRK Growth Program offers rolling applications to meet entrepreneurs where they are in their business journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, our program provides personalized support and resources tailored to your specific needs.
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Join the Growth Program and gain access to mentorship, peer collaboration, and growth opportunities.
Apply →Program Support
This program is funded by the City of Chicago.
Special thanks to the City of Chicago for sponsorship of the Early-Stage Food Incubator Program through the Good Food Fund.
Good Food Fund RFP → Early Stage Food Incubator →Questions?
If you have any questions related to the DRK Growth Program, reach out directly.
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