Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Apply Now for Fall 2026 Cohort at 10KSB Apply – Deadline May 26, 2026

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is a no-cost 16-week cohort program designed to help entrepreneurs scale their business by providing access to education, capital, and support services.

The curriculum is designed by Babson College, the nation’s top-ranked entrepreneurship school.

An opportunity to network with fellow business leaders, advisors and faculty, as well as peers in your cohort. Plus, join a network of over 1,000 local alumni and over 16,000 nationwide.

To learn more about 10KSB, join our upcoming virtual information session:

APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR SUMMER COHORT IS JANUARY 26, 2026

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Alumn

Check out this blast from the past small business feature story. It was presented at HCC's 2022 State of the College Breakfast. Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses featured alumni include: Dr. Roy Rivera, Elation Physical Therapy Ashley Small, Medley Inc. David Hess, AMS Group.

 

You Built Your Business. We'll Help You Grow It.

Provided with the right mix of training and support, America's small business owners can grow their companies and create a meaningful impact in their communities.

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses 

Stimulating Small Business Growth

Our program participants represent a broad spectrum of entrepreneurs representing industries across this nation. Measured results are seen at 6 months after graduation still growing at 30 months.

10,000 Small Businesses Annual Report

We work with a broad set of industries, such as:

  • Professional, Business and Other Services
  • Accommodation and Food Services
  • Construction
  • Retail and Ecommerce
  • Information
  • Manufacturing
  • Health Care and Social Assistance
  • Educational Services



  • 16-week program focused on business growth
  • Weekly classes on Thursdays, from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • A few Tuesday Clinics from 3 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
  • Classes are held at Houston City College (HCC) Alief Hayes Campus

These are the minimum requirements:

  • Must be the owner or co-owner
  • 2+ years of business operations
  • 2+ employees (including the owner/co-owner)
  • $75,000+ in business revenue in the most recent fiscal year
  • Module 1: You and Your Business
  • Module 2: Growth & Opportunity
  • Module 3: Money & Metrics
  • Module 4: You Are The Leade
  • Module 5: It’s The People
  • Module 6: Marketing and Selling
  • Module 7: Operations & Processes
  • Module 8: Being Bankable
  • Module 9: Action for Growth

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Jennifer Kellough Holmes, Ed.D.

Executive Director Suite A321.6 2811 Hayes Rd., Houston, TX 77082