The City of Chelsea and the Chelsea Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce an exciting opportunity for aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs in our community!
This competition aims to foster local business growth and economic development while providing crucial support to emerging entrepreneurs.
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*WHO CAN APPLY?
This competition is exclusively available to Chelsea residents who are seeking to become entrepreneurs.
- Must be a Chelsea Resident
- Must have a business plan
- Research on demand for proposed business
- Must have a business license or in the process of obtaining
- Business must be located or planning to open in Chelsea
- Must be a ServSafe certified
- Must have access to a commercial kitchen
Eligible applicants must provide:
- A business plan
- Evidence of business demand (market research, prototype, customer validation, etc.)
Winners will receive:
- Mentorship from established local business leaders
- Promotional support through Chamber channels
- Networking opportunities with potential investors
- Startup funding up to $5,000
*APPLICATION TIMELINE:
Application Opens: May 22nd, 2025
Information Sessions:
One-on-One Consultations
June 3rd, 2025 – 4:00PM – 6:00PM
June 17th, 2025 – 9:00AM – 11:00AM
Business Plan Workshops
June 11th, 2025 – 9:00AM – 11:00AM (Click here to Register)
June 24th, 2025 – 5:00PM – 7:00PM (Click here to Register)
Submission Deadline: July 14th, 2025
Finalist Announcements: July 31st, 2025
Final Pitch Event: August 12th, 2025, 5:00PM – 7:00PM
