M. L. Tux Tuxhorn a Northbay businessman and entrepreneur, will spearhead the second annual "entrepreneur boot camp" sponsored by the Sonoma State University School of Business and Economics in 2003.
Known as the Entrepreneurial Excellence Course, the program is scheduled sometime in May.
The program is designed to assist entrepreneurs realize their dreams of profitability, growth and expansion, says Tuxhorn, who has developed nearly 1000 residential units and formed more than 20 separate business ventures.
"The hurdles and obstacles of managing and growing a business can be daunting, however with the help of the experienced entrepreneurs this task can be simplified," he says.
The program will bring together venture capitalists, investors, accountant, attorney, bankers and experienced entrepreneurs in a 3-day program that allows those who attend a chance to focus seriously on the challenges of their business operation.
The intensive course specifically addresses issues such as obtaining funds for expansion, preparing a comprehensive business plan, assembling a first class team, understanding the competition, identifying changing market conditions, re-energizing a stagnant business and managing during rapid growth period.
The program is underwritten by Exchange Bank, National Bank of the Redwoods, Moss Adams CPA's, Pisenti and Brinker CPA's, Press Democrat, North Bay Business Journal, and the North Bay Angels.
For further information, contact Tux Tuxhorn, (707) 569-0300.
