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Rockfish Gateway Application

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About You

The Grow Waynesboro: Rockfish Gateway business training program welcomes entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. To help us understand your current experience and business knowledge, please complete the information below as fully as you can. There are no wrong answers, and it’s ok if you don’t know the answer, your responses simply help us tailor program topics and support to your needs.
Name*
Email*
(all correspondences about the class will be via email so please provide an e-mail address that you check frequently)
What is your prior experience in operating a business?
Have you created a business plan before?
Have you pitched your business idea to investors or a panel before?
What is your primary motivation for starting this business?

What is your current level of financial readiness to start this business?
Do you have any prior experience or expertise related to the products/services your new business will offer?
Are you planning to operate this business full-time or part-time?
How confident are you in your ability to open a brick-and-mortar business in Waynesboro by November 30th of 2026?
How prepared do you feel to pitch your business idea and compete for the grant funding?
Which of the following are true for your business? Check any and all that apply*

Our Generous Sponsors

Waynesboro Economic Development
First Bank and Trust Company
Virginia Community Business Launch
Atlantic Union Bank
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