Main St. Accelerator

EMPOWER BY GODADDY MAIN ST. ACCELERATOR

Take your business
to the next level

Empower by GoDaddy, in partnership with ignite sparked by BBB, is your
12-week launchpad to ethical growth and explosive success for your small business.

for 2025 Cohorts

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All-Encompassing Curriculum

Delivered by Industry Leaders

Website Design
SEO
E-Commerce
Branding

Marketing
Social Media
Sales Strategies

Legal Advice
Best Hiring Strategies
DEI

Self-Care
Ethical Guidance
Funding Options
Financial Tips

Developed in collaboration with our program partners, our curriculum session topics present a deep-dive into all facets of business development.

Pitch Prize Money Awarded

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Graduate Testimonials

Hear from Empower by GoDaddy Alumni from past cohorts!

The Empower program helped me market my business better by providing better tools and knowledge. GoDaddy and BBB enabled me to make a website that expanded my reach to the general public.

I was able to expand my network by going through the program with like minded people.

The program allowed me to get clear on my businesses branding and this allowed us to start attracting our ideal customers.

We have since helped 140 authors, published 50 books and 15 Best Sellers. The legal aspect helped us the most as we are currently implementing a Trust to make sure our business is secure and we have a plan in place.

Cornhusker Cleaning & More, LLC was apart of the BBB & Empower by GoDaddy Cohort 5 in 2022. The program was not only empowering it was life changing and I am truly blessed to have been apart.

I learned about building websites, tracking finances, networking, and so much more.

We were able to help app creators find more potential funding and resources like Y Combinator and TechStars which invest in your business if you're accepted. We definitely had revenue and recognition growth after the program. I think the mentorship helped the most.

I have gotten then and even up to now more information for how I can move my business further and into new directions since the Godaddy/BBB Ignite cohort.

Since graduating from Empower by GoDaddy Cohort 6 in 2023, my business has thrived, benefiting immensely from the expert guidance, networking opportunities, and digital tools provided.

The mentorship and resources offered have elevated my online presence, streamlined operations, and expanded my customer reach, brand visibility. It's been transformative.

After the program, Jalisco Rentals and Events emerged as a new business, leveraging storytelling and networking. Marketing and a free website from GoDaddy boosted traffic to www.jaliscorentals.com.

Professional speakers and the website were key benefits, fueling ongoing growth. Networking flourished, expanding into diverse markets like BBB Spring Market.

The Empower program provided a great opportunity to get up to speed on business fundamentals to help scale by business with the right tools and resources. The mentorship and financial advice provided were most helpful to enable me optimize certain aspects of my business.

It was a great to network with other businesses and the experts brought in to help with the program!

Since participating the Go Daddy/BBB Empower Cohort, Amour Propre®️ has received our name and logo trademark, we have sold more than 6000 units, established our brand in 4 stores and grown from $4,000 to $10,000 per month in revenue!

Knowledge is true power! With the information I learned from the Go Daddy/BBB Empower Cohort, Amour Propre®️ has truly grown and experienced great success thus far. We look forward to the bright future we have ahead of us. 💛

I learned so much about myself and my commitment to becoming a successful entrepreneur.

I was challenged to think of things I never considered and taught real life skills to grow my business. The mentorship was invaluable, and the growth in my network has been a game changer.

Participating in the Ignite sparked by BBB/Empower by GoDaddy program has been nothing short of life-changing and the trajectory of my business is unstoppable.

The marketing tools I learned and implemented have organically grown my social media presence and increased my customer base and orders at a comfortably consistent pace.

I received so much benefit from both the structure and community. As a person who works well with deadlines and goals this program really helped me get my business off of the ground.

I really had trust in the BBB so when this program came along I was quick to submit my application. I'm really grateful for the experience and ongoing support. Though the curriculum is broad, covering a range of topics, you can extract benefit regardless of the stage your business is in.

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What is Empower by GoDaddy?

Empower by GoDaddy is GoDaddy’s global community and philanthropic program equipping entrepreneurs in underserved communities with training, tools and peer networks to accelerate their journeys.

Better Business Bureau® Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) launched Empower by GoDaddy to deliver this education to Main St. entrepreneurs who want to ignite their venture. This multiweek program is a premier Main St. Accelerator and only accepts a limited number of applicants per cohort.

What does this program offer?

Empower by GoDaddy participants will graduate the program with the confidence and knowledge to skyrocket their business to the next level! The well-rounded program provides virtual training sessions, customized mentorship, and amazing networking opportunities.

Past participants received legal audits and advice courtesy of Snell and Wilmer and financial guidance courtesy of Desert Financial Credit Union. Emotional support, mentorship, and guidance provided by LifeGuides.

Educational resources, mentorship, and coworking were provided by BBB, and free technology products and technical assistance were provided by GoDaddy. We have awarded over $126,000 in pitch prize money throughout 7 cohorts!

How can a business apply and is there a cost?

Who is an ideal candidate for Empower by GoDaddy?

Empower by GoDaddy is for Main St. entrepreneurs who want to take their businesses to the next level.

Compared to a business incubator, Empower by GoDaddy was created as an accelerator for those who wish to improve or scale their business. The program is geared toward entrepreneurs who need extra support in business operations, finance, legal, marketing, and digital media. Applications are being accepted from businesses operating in the BBB Pacific Southwest’s service area, which includes Greater Arizona and Southern California.

What is a Main St. Entrepreneur?

Main St. entrepreneurs are small business owners who make a big impact in the community! Small businesses comprise 99.9 percent of all U.S. businesses and are the unsung heroes keeping the heartbeat of our economy alive.

Main St. entrepreneurs are the types of businesses you’d see on a quintessential downtown street – from a florist to a mechanic, a salon to a coffee shop, tradespeople and every service professional in between.

Why is Empower by GoDaddy hosted at BBB?

Better Business Bureau® Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB), is one of the most innovative BBBs in the nation with startup support including incubation, funding, acceleration and accreditation.

BBB is dedicated to helping build better businesses with ethics at the forefront, which aligns with GoDaddy’s mission of empowering entrepreneurs everywhere, making opportunity more inclusive for all. BBB is proud to collaborate with GoDaddy, a long-time BBB Accredited Business, to bring these important resources to our communities.

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