Impulso Latino Accelerator
Apply now to be part of a dynamic 10-week accelerator program designed to empower Latino-owned businesses. Supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, this hands-on program is for entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of building a business or are ready to strengthen their operations and scale.
Fifteen founders will be selected. First preference will to toward Latino-owned businesses, with a focus on the food and restaurant sector but will remain open to entrepreneurs from all industries. By the end of the program, participants will complete a full business plan tailored to their enterprise, gain practical tools for customer engagement and service quality, and build the confidence needed to navigate day-to-day business decisions.
Sessions will be held in person at the Urban Hub, creating a collaborative learning environment with peers and local experts.
This program is free and is facilitated by Adapt Marketing Consulting, LLC.
Applications are now closed. Questions? Contact Shane Kanneberg.
Program Objectives
- Equip participants with foundational business skills tailored to overcome unique challenges and opportunities that Latino-owned food and retail businesses face in their respective sectors.
- Develop growth plans that encompass actionable items for customer retention and business growth tailored to Latino-owned enterprises.
- Build confidence in business decision-making through one-on-one consulting services.
Structure
- 5 workshops, 3 hours long
- Bi-weekly one-on-one consulting sessions
Workshops
- Executive Summary and Mission & Vision
- SWOT Analysis
- Customer Retention Strategies
- Online Presence
- Business Plan Development

