Small Business Breakthroughs with Stephanie Hall of 10,000 Small Businesses

Join the Ohio Small Business Development Center at Columbus State Community College in partnership with the Dublin Entrepreneurial Center for a podcast-style discussion designed to dig into the topics that are impacting your business and keeping you up at night.

Gain expert advice, actionable strategies, and time-tested solutions to help move your business forward. This is a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow business owners, learn from seasoned professionals, and take practical steps toward growth and success.

In this edition of Small Business Breakthroughs, we spotlight the acclaimed Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, featuring program director Stephanie Hall.

This nationally recognized initiative turns learning into action by providing small business owners with practical skills in key areas such as negotiation, marketing, and employee management. Participants gain access to hands-on tools and expert support to build a strategic, customized growth plan designed to elevate their business to the next level. Mike and Stephanie will walk through the program’s sessions, key topics, and how the content directly equips business owners to achieve meaningful, measurable growth. This conversation will give a clear picture of what participants can expect from the experience.

Registration for the Autumn 10,000 Small Businesses cohort at Columbus State Community College is now open. To register or learn more, visit 👉 https://onegs.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9NR7AulWvIjMwrI

Amazing Guest:

STEPHANIE HALL

Assistant Director, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program
Columbus State Community College

Host: Michael Bowers, CBA – Director, Ohio SBDC at Columbus State Community College

Michael Bowers is a Business Advisor and Director for the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Columbus State Community College. The primary focus of the SBDC is to support prospective and existing entrepreneurs as they seek to start and grow businesses in Central Ohio.

Michael holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Finance from the University of North Alabama and a Master’s in Public Administration from The Ohio State University. Michael is currently pursuing a Doctoral degree in Public Administration from Liberty University.

Michael has worked with entrepreneurs and small business owners for over 30 years, 20 of which have been in Columbus leading the SBDC. He has a diverse business skill set with experience in banking, private equity, strategic planning, leadership, and public sector management.

Michael is the lead instructor for the Basis of A Successful Enterprise (B.A.S.E) business startup training, as well as the host of the Small Business Breakthroughs YouTube series.