Startup program aims to help current and aspiring entrepreneurs

Application for Startup Virginia program open now

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The Idea Factory includes two in-person meetups.

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The Idea Factory, a business development program offered by Startup Virginia , is now open to applications.

Current or aspiring entrepreneurs can apply for the free program, which will run from March 4 to April 15. Applications are open until Thursday, Feb. 1.

Participants will attend six Monday night sessions — two in-person in Richmond and four online. They’ll also be expected to complete five weekly hours of independent work.

Know a good candidate? Startup Virginia is hosting three information sessions for interested applicants on Jan. 10, 17, and 24. Sign up online .

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David Lefkowitz moved to Richmond when he was eight years old and never really left. After four years at William & Mary, David spent a year reporting for WRVA before joining RICtoday. When he’s not writing, you can usually find him buried in a book or out on a run.
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