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StartSmart Business Retreat

Stop waiting, Start winning

Register your business and turn your plans into profit.

Ready to Build Your Creative Business?

Can’t figure out where to start? The StartSmart Business Retreat will guide you through the chaos and help you resurface as the creative business owner you’re meant to be.

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About the Retreat

The StartSmart Retreat equips people of color with knowledge and professional support to launch creative enterprises. Join us for an immersive experience in the serene surroundings of SweetWater Stay in Orange, MA.

Key Benefits:

  • Guidance and execution of business registration (State of MA, IRS, SAM.gov, Duns & Bradstreet).

  • Professional business strategy, marketing, and financial organization.

  • One-on-one sessions available with a licensed attorney.

  • IP and trademark lawyer 

  • A focus on self-care to maintain long-term success as a business owner.

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Pricing

StartSmart Business Retreat Package:

  • 4-night stay at SweetWater Stay Cabin (1 room, up to 2 people).

  • Breakfast and lunch included.

  • Morning wellness sessions.

  • Access to indoor and outdoor activities.

  • Coaching with experts:

    • IP and trademark Lawyer

    • Business Entity Advisor

    • Marketing Coach

    • Business Strategy Coach

    • Bookkeeper setup and CPA guidance

  • A $250 non-refundable deposit secures your spot.
     

Flexible Payment Plan:

  • $250 Down Payment

  • Additional payments spread across six intervals.
     

Pricing Deadlines:

  • Early Bird (Sign up by 12/24): $2,000

  • Standard (Sign up 12/24–1/13): $2,250

  • Late Registration (Sign up 1/14–1/31): $2,400

  • Final Registration (Sign up 2/1–2/5): $2,550
     

Before the retreat you will receive a questionnaire so that we are on the same wavelength with you for your business.  Once submitted please be sure to bring with you to the retreat. To maximize the retreat effectively and efficiently, we strongly recommend that you work diligently on the questionnaire so that you are ready when you touch down in Orange. We have a short amount of time to accomplish a plethora of content and exercises

Retreat Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome & Onboarding

Guest check-in, introductory lunch, group activity, and leisure time.

Days 2–4

StartSmart Intensive Program

  • Morning:
    Breakfast, wellness sessions.

     

  • Afternoon:
    Workshops (Accounting 101, Operations 101, Self-Care), coaching sessions with OakLane and TCGT, group activities.

     

  • Evening:
    Free time with indoor/outdoor options.

Day 5

Check Out day

StartSmart Goodbye Breakfast

"Dreams stay dreams until you start—your future is built by the actions you take today."

Hunting Season

Activities & Amenities

Escape the city and enjoy the peace of nature with:

  • Gun range (valid license required).

  • Outdoor bonfire and stage.

  • Yoga and meditation classes.

  • Networking lounge.

  • Movie theatre access.

Meet the Team

Candle Store Owner

Ready to Start Your Creative Business?

Secure your spot today!

Deadline: Early registration starts 12/7

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