Receive over $200K in individualized mentoring, training, and resources – dedicated to helping founders hit a critical business goal – all at no cost to selected entrepreneurs. 

At the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, we’re committed to investing in the individuals taking big risks to solve problems in new ways. That's why we created Milestone Makers, a way to help early-to-mid-stage entrepreneurs set, hit, and celebrate milestones critical to company growth. 

Through our expertise and prestigious business network, we’ll work with 11 entrepreneurs one-on-one to define a critical business goal and accelerate their path to achieving it. Participants will be individually matched with mentors who are leaders in your industry, will offer instant feedback, and will take a personal interest in helping you grow. 

Upon acceptance, the resources we offer – valued at over $200K – will be customized to meet your needs and learning style. This three-month program will also elevate and amplify your brand through media and PR opportunities, culminating with a Nasdaq Closing Bell Ceremony that celebrates and widely shares your success. 

We invite you to apply or nominate an entrepreneur. 

Applications close on Monday, November 28, 2016 and participants will be notified of acceptance on December 20, 2016 

The Center, in partnership with our corporate sponsors, is proud to make this a free program with a pay-it-forward philosophy. As a distinguished part of our community, Milestone Makers will return to teach, share, and nominate the next cohort of great leaders. 

Who should participate?

Early-to-mid-stage entrepreneurs looking to set and hit a critical business milestone in the next quarter. You’re committed to accomplishing this goal because it will have an important, positive effect for your company’s development. What is a milestone? Here’s the definition we’re using. 

Today, you might be stuck, at a point of stagnation, or going through a period of high-growth and opportunity but need to be prescriptive about staying focused on achieving results. 

You do not need to be based in San Francisco for the entirety of the program, but will need to travel for the Center kick-off and graduation (some travel will be covered). 

What is a milestone? Here’s the definition we’re using. 

Milestone noun /ˈmīlˌstōn/ 

1. An important goal you’ve set for your business that takes time, tenacity, and more than a little creative thinking to attain.

2. An achievement that signals your business is on its way to the next stage of growth (and that deserves celebration).