ADRIAN — Lenawee Now and the Hillsdale Economic Development Partnership will launch the second cohort of the Lenawee/Hillsdale Lean Rocket Local Fellows Program in March 2025. 

This cohort-style business boot camp is open to 12 local business owners from Lenawee and Hillsdale counties. To qualify, candidates must have a revenue-generating business and complete an application form. Selected participants will pitch their businesses to a panel as part of the program.

The program, originally established by Jackson’s Lean Rocket Lab, aims to eliminate common barriers faced by entrepreneurs. Through this cohort, business owners gain access to expert training, financial assistance, and a supportive entrepreneurial community. Fellows receive in-depth instruction on key business fundamentals, including accounting, sales, and marketing, provided by regional business experts. Thanks to a partnership with American 1 Credit Union, participants can also qualify for milestone grants by achieving specific business goals.

For more information, visit leanrocketlab.org/local or contact Gary Clemetson at [email protected] or Sue Smith at [email protected].