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Main St. Accelerator

BBB Breakthrough

Scale your business with confidence.

Apply for Fresno Cohort
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What is Breakthrough?

The BBB Breakthrough Accelerator is a hybrid, multi-week program empowering emerging small business owners to grow with purpose and resilience. Tailored for entrepreneurs lacking traditional support, it provides expert workshops, 1-on-1 mentorship, and a strong peer network. Combining in-person campus sessions with flexible learning, participants gain practical tools to strengthen financial stability, navigate real-world challenges, and scale with integrity.

Who should apply?

This program is a strong fit for small business owners who:

Are actively running a registered, revenue-generating business (minimum six months).

Are early in their growth journey and ready to level up.

Want to strengthen operations and scale with intention and clarity.

Thrive with personalized mentorship and peer accountability.

Are seeking guidance across operations, marketing, finance, sales, and leadership.

Are ready to apply what they learn and build for long-term success.

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Program features

Scholarship-based access

Each participant receives a scholarship to the program valued at over $5,000.

Entrepreneurs only pay a $99 program and materials fee.

Core business topics

• Branding & digital presence (website & visibility)

• Financial & legal foundations for smart decisions

• Sales, marketing & AI strategies to drive revenue

• Operations & leadership to scale efficiently

• Entrepreneurial resilience & adaptability

…and more!

Exclusive entrepreneurial benefits

• Microgrant for every graduate

• $5k+ pitch competition cash & prizes

• 1-on-1 mentorship & strategy calls

• 6 mos coworking & studio access (SD only)

• On-site childcare during sessions

• Free headshots & digital business tools

• Curated networking with industry leaders

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Now Accepting Applications

Apply for the Fall cohort in Fresno!

Big news, Fresno! For the first time, the BBB Breakthrough Accelerator is coming to your community! We’re thrilled to welcome local entrepreneurs ready to grow with purpose, resilience, and integrity. Gain access to expert workshops, 1-on-1 mentorship, and a strong local network to take your business to the next level.

• Format: Hybrid (in-person Fresno campus sessions)

• Applications: Open through September 25, 2026

Be part of our inaugural cohort—apply today!

Hear from our graduates.

This course was the perfect ratio of empowerment and knowledge. I have clear, actionable steps to follow through with to improve my business systems.

Kali Stewart

Scend Fitness

It felt like a space where I could show up fully as myself. ​ Every session gave me something meaningful to reflect on and something practical to apply. It was more than a business program, it was a transformative experience.

Xavi Valdez

Lambda Rising Soccer Club

It has shined a light on all the areas my business is lacking. I initially wanted to leave this program making more money, but what I needed was to get into the bones and foundation of my business to build it correctly so that it can sustain the success I'm seeking.

Aeryonna Ware

HappyGodGirl Productions

The BBB Breakthrough Accelerator program offers an incredible platform for small business owners to grow both personally and professionally. ​ You're not just learning concepts, you're building connections and implementing strategies that make an immediate impact.