Micro Business Development

Have you ever considered launching a business? Do you have a business but still have questions and would like to learn more about business management?

From startup to long-term sustainability, we support new and established entrepreneurs to make their dreams and aspirations a reality.

• One-to-one business counseling: Experienced counselors, who have owned their own businesses and intimately understand the challenges and rewards, offer support from the start of your vision, through the planning stages, all the way to launch day. From there, we offer continued support to help you meet your goals and maintain and grow a successful business. For clients who have established businesses, we can offer assistance specific to your needs.

• Business Workshops: We offer periodic workshops covering every topic a budding or established entrepreneur needs to know in order to start, maintain, and grow a business. Check out our Workshops for more information!

• Funding Opportunities:

• Community Capital of VT Our counselors can get you “loan ready” by helping you build a business plan and build your credit so that you are ready to finance your business.

If you’d like to meet with a counselor, please fill out the intake form and submit. A counselor will reach out to you to schedule an appointment.

Intake Form

Find a Business Counselor

Do you have an idea for a small or micro business? Are you ready to turn your big idea into a real income stream? Whether you’re dreaming of a side hustle or launching a passion project, this workshop series is your ultimate starter kit! We’ll cover the basics of microbusiness success in a fun, approachable way with no MBA required!

Join Rosie Gray, Capstone's Financial Coach, to learn more in this FUN and FREE 6-week online series!

Sessions are held Wednesdays from 9 AM to 11 AM. Dates for each session can be found on our Workshops page.

This series begins on January 7, 2026.

How to Register:
Fill out the Intake Form (linked below) to sign up for a single class or the entire series.

Intake Form

Questions? Contact Rosie at 802-636-7752 or email rgray@capstonevt.org.

Workshop Series Details:

Week 1 - Bookkeeping & Record Keeping
Stay organized, tax ready, and stress-free. Effective record-keeping is the backbone of a successful business. By ensuring your financial transactions, operations, and critical data are organized and easily accessible, you gain the clarity needed for smart decision-making, compliance, and accurate reporting. Don’t just manage your records—leverage them to drive your business forward with confidence.

Week 2 - What You Need to Know Before You Start a Business
Thinking about starting your own business? Before you take the leap, there are a few key things you need to know to set yourself up for success.

Week 3 – How to Write a Business Plan
Build a roadmap that turns your idea into action. Every successful business starts with a plan—but not just any plan. A winning business plan turns your ideas into action and your vision into reality.

Week 4 – Cash Flow Basics
Learn how to track money coming in and going out so your business stays alive and thrives. Your financial health is the backbone of your business. A solid spending plan and cash flow projections aren’t just numbers on a spreadsheet—they’re the keys to sustainable growth and peace of mind.

Week 5 - Marketing
Marketing is the engine that drives business success. Whether you’re just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, this class gives you the tools and strategies to make your brand shine, connect with your customers, and grow your business.

Week 6 - Social Media
In today’s digital world, your customers are online—are you? Social media marketing is the key to meeting your audience where they are, building meaningful relationships, and turning followers into loyal customers.

Registered participants click here to join the session

Presented in partnership with the Micro Business Development Program.