Apply for the January Cohort — 8 Weeks to Level Up Your Food Business
Starts January 26, 2026 | Register by December 31
Step into a program designed for growth, leadership, and Black excellence in the food industry. BEACON’s Food Service Management Course takes you beyond the plate and into the business — teaching you how to control costs, lead a team, manage inventory, and protect your bottom line. You’ll gain real-world skills, including hands-on Excel training to solve everyday business challenges, plus strategies to market your brand and keep customers coming back. Eight powerful weeks. Practical tools. Real confidence. To help you take that next step, all program completers will receive a $2,500 grant to invest directly back into their business. Whether you need to upgrade to professional-grade equipment, launch a high-impact marketing campaign, or fund the specific tools that will take your operation to the next level, this capital ensures you have the resources to turn your new expertise into immediate growth. This is your path to running a smarter, stronger, and more profitable food operation. Your business is ready. Are you?
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Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address
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Address
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Have you completed other programs related to this initiative?
Community Investment Collaborative
Culinary Concepts (GoCook)
Serve Safe
CATEC
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Food Business Name
How many years have you been in business?
0-2 years
2-4 years
4-6 years
6+
How many employees do you have on staff?
None
1-3
3-5
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What is the annual revenue for your food business?
0-$50,000
$50,000-$100,000
$100,000-$250,000
$250,000-$500,000
$500,000+
What is your business structure?
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Non Profit
What is your PRIMARY role in the business?
Operations
Manager
Chef
Cook
Sales
Bookkeeper
Marketing
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What cuisine do you specialize in?
What is your business website?
What are your social media handles (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc)?
Tell us why you are a good fit for this program.
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