Ignite Essentials

Ignite Essentials is the Foundation for Better Business’s signature educational program, created to support the success of small business owners across Texas.

Through a carefully crafted curriculum, it equips entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge, practical tools, and lasting confidence needed to build stronger businesses.

About Ignite Essentials

Co-created with global consulting leader Accenture, this curriculum blends real-world expertise with research-backed strategies to address the most critical areas of small business success. Each course is taught by experienced local professionals who volunteer their time as part of our Ignite Faculty—offering practical, action-oriented guidance rooted in lived experience.

From mastering cash flow to building customer loyalty, Ignite Essentials delivers high-impact learning to help business owners navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and grow with purpose.

Become an Ignite Essentials Faculty Member

Lend your expertise. As a volunteer Ignite faculty member, you’ll help Texas entrepreneurs grow by teaching real-world business skills through our expertly developed curriculum. Whether you lead one class or join us regularly, your impact strengthens small business—and the future of our economy. Sign up to volunteer today!

Ignite

Ignite is an inclusive coworking space on the BBB campus in Austin, designed to fuel entrepreneurial and small business success. From flexible desks to private meeting rooms and event spaces, Ignite is built to support what’s next.

But it’s more than where you work—it’s how you grow. As a social enterprise, every membership and rental funds education for entrepreneurs statewide. When you work here, you’re not just building your business—you’re building better business.