Launch HER: From Vision to LLC

Congratulations! You Have Been Selected to Participate

Launch HER: From Vision to LLC was created to help women take the first step toward entrepreneurship with confidence. This unique program provides the tools, training, resources, and expert support needed to transform an idea into a legally registered business in Georgia.

You have been selected to be part of this exciting project through the ACE Women’s Business Center.

As a participant, you will receive guidance throughout the business startup process and gain access to valuable resources designed to help you build a strong foundation for success. Even better, you will receive support with registering your LLC, and the registration fee will be covered at no cost to you.

This opportunity is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs move from idea to action with the support, tools, and resources needed to launch a business successfully.

If you are ready to stop wondering where to begin and start building the future you envision, this program is for you. We are excited to support you as you take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey.

This program is presented in partnership with SAGE.

Select A Step to Get Started:

Step 1: Create Client Profile
Step 2: Watch Webinar
Step 3: Complete a Pre-Call with an AI Agent
Step 4: Complete DreamBuilder
Step 5: Schedule One-on-One Coaching
Step 6: Certification of Organization

Step 1:

Complete a Client Profile or Sign In

WBC Registration

As a non-profit ACE relies on funding from organizations like the SBA and must report demographic information in order to receive this funding. All information is kept confidential and your privacy is very important to us.

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ACE can only serve Georgia residents or businesses located in Georgia can sign up. If from another state, please look for your state’s WBC program.
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As a non-profit ACE relies on funding from organizations like the SBA and must report demographic information in order to receive this funding. All information is kept confidential and your privacy is very important to us.
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Participation Agreement E-Signature

DISCLAIMER: I request business counseling service from Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs an SBA Women’s Business Center and resource partner (ACE). I agree to cooperate should I be selected to participate in surveys designed to evaluate ACE services. I permit/consent SBA/ACE the use of my name and address, photograph, and/or related public information to be used by ACE in education and informational activities such as: newspaper articles, brochures, legislative briefs, and for surveys and information mailings regarding SBA/ACE products and services. I understand that any information disclosed will be held in strict confidence and am authorizing SBA/ACE to furnish relevant information to the assigned management counselor(s) or ACE staff in consideration for furnishing management or technical assistance. I waive all claims against SBA/ACE personnel and host organizations, arising from this assistance. Use of Information: The information in this form is to be provided by individuals and businesses seeking technical assistance services from the SBA/ACE. The information is collected to help SBA/ACE’s continuing improvement of business counseling programs, to ensure effective oversight and management of entrepreneurial development programs and grants, and to meet Congressional and Executive Branch reporting requirements. SBA/ACE will not provide your personal information to commercial entities.

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Step 2

Enroll and Complete the “Starting A Business” Webinar

Watch the Steps to Start a Business training and learn about ACE, the three pillars of entrepreneurship, and how to legally establish your business.

Webinar length: 33 minutes

Step 3

Complete a Pre-Call with an AI Agent

Answer a few questions about your business idea to help us better understand your goals and needs. Click HERE to review the questions and prepare your answers before starting the call.

Estimated time: 6 to 10 minutes.

Step 4

Complete the 13-module course in Dreambuilder and submit a Business Plan.

Dreambuilder is an online business education platform for anyone who wants to start a business.

As you complete each course, you will answer questions about your business. After completing all 13 courses, you will be able to download a draft business plan that incorporates the responses you provided throughout the program. Once you have downloaded and completed your business plan, please submit it for review to acewbc@aceloans.org. After your business plan has been reviewed, you will move on to the next step: scheduling a one-on-one coaching session.

Each course can take between 30 minutes and 1 hour to complete. Already registered? Click here to login.

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Step 5

Schedule a 1:1 Session with an ACE WBC staff member. 

We ask you to complete two steps before scheduling the 1:1 Session:

  • Identify the company’s NAICS Code(s). Click HERE and enter your type of business in the NAICS Code/Keyword Search box. Review the results and write down the NAICS code that best matches your primary business industry. This code will help classify your business.
  • Choose three potential business names for your company (these may be variations of the same name). Then click HERE to search existing business names with the Georgia Secretary of State. To ensure your desired name is available, conduct a business name search for each option you are considering for your Limited Liability Company (LLC). Be sure the name is not already registered with a “Status Active” designation, as active business names cannot be used by another entity. If your first choice is unavailable, you will have alternative names ready for registration.

Ready to schedule?

Appointments will be scheduled via Calendly and will last approximately 45 minutes. During the Zoom meeting, we will review your AI pre-call responses and business plan, and assist you with registering your business as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) with the Georgia Secretary of State. ACE Women’s Business Center will cover the LLC registration fee and remit payment directly to the Secretary of State on your behalf.

Step 6

Email the Certification of Organization to the ACE WBC staff once received.

Participants are required to notify ACE Women’s Business Center once they receive their Certificate of Organization from the Georgia Secretary of State. This documentation is needed for our program records and reporting purposes.

Please email a copy of your Certificate of Organization to acewbc@aceloans.org as soon as it is received. Thank you for helping us track the success of your business launch journey.