​​​​​​About Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses provides business education and support services, as well as ongoing resources for growth-oriented entrepreneurs. Business owners are able to take their business to the next level through immediate application of the curriculum to their business plan. Designed by Babson College, the nation’s top-ranked entrepreneurship school, the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses curriculum includes topics such as marketing, financial management, negotiation, and more. Curriculum is delivered both in person and online. In person sessions will be held in the Des Moines area, with hotel and food covered by the program during those sessions. ​

Full Curriculum


A Growing Network​

During the 12-week program, business owners have the opportunity to network and learn from each other, while also receiving one-on-one coaching from the program’s business advisors. After the program completion, business owners join an exclusive network of entrepreneurs from across the state, as well as across the nation.​

Alumni Program




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