THE GAUNTLET BUSINESS PROGRAM AND COMPETITION

It's Not Too Late! Registration Closes February 7th

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It's Not Too Late! Registration Closes February 7th -

The GAUNTLET is Virginia’s Largest Business Program and Competition of it’s kind.

For over 10 years we have been connecting entrepreneurs to the training, mentorship, and resources needed for success!


WHY GAUNTLET?

Each year, the program offers opportunities for participants to not just learn but make connections that can help them refine their vision of their business and also help navigate the obstacles they may identify on their journey to their next phase . Nearly 1,100 GAUNTLET alumni have received more than $1 million in cash and in-kind prizes over the past 10 years! Don’t take our word for it, check out the video to hear GAUNTLET alumni share their experiences!

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Please Join Us For Our February Virtual Events!


FOR THOSE INTERESTED OR PARTICIPATING IN GAUNTLET 2025

It’s not too late to join our 2025 GAUNTLET Cohort! Email GAUNTLET@theadvancementfoundation.org


2025 BUSINESS GROWTH WORKSHOPS (Open to Public)

  • January 29th from 6:00- 7:30 PM, Growing Your Business through your Center of Influence, Link here

  • February 6th from 6:00- 8:00 PM, SWOT, Business Description, Vision & Mission Statements, Link here

  • February 12th from 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM, Marketing 101, Link here

  • February 19th from 6:00- 8:00 PM, Exploring the Nuts and Bolts of your Budget, Link here

  • February 27th from 6:00- 8:00 PM, Deeper Dive into Customer Discovery, Link here


ATTENTION, the Password for the Class Information page and Curriculum will change Monday, Feb. 10th. Registered participants will receive the new, private password via email. Late registrations will receive the password when registration and payment are complete. Please email GAUNTLET@theadvancementfoundation.org for more information or if you need assistance.

Watch this video for directions on how to access and navigate your GAUNTLET Class Curriculum!


 
 

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF THE GAUNTLET

The GAUNTLET Business Program and Competition has been igniting the futures of entrepreneurs for ten years . . . And it is only the beginning!


Celebrate With Us

The GAUNTLET Class of 2024 has wrapped up and we had an extraordinary 10th Anniversary celebration


Click below to contribute a cash donation or to donate an in-kind prize!

Want to mail it? Send to The Advancement Foundation - 301 S Pollard St., Vinton, VA 24179


Our Sponsors & Partners Fund and Donate Your GAUNTLET Competition Awards!

Please help us extend heartfelt appreciation for 10 years of support and dedication to The Advancement Foundation and your small business dreams.


State Farm is the LEAD SPONSOR for The GAUNTLET Business Program and Competition


 

VIPC is the LEAD PARTNER for The Advancement Foundation

 

Want to know More about the REAL impact?

Nearly 1000 GAUNTLET alumni have received more than $1 million in cash and in-kind prizes over the past 9 years! Don’t take our word for it, check out the video to hear GAUNTLET alumni share their experiences!