Drake Business Clinic

Whether you want to grow your business, have an idea to create a new business, or have an idea to solve a workplace or social issue, the Drake Business Clinic offers support to create long-term and generational wealth.

Already have a business and need to grow, or just need some direction? Enroll in our Business Accelerator program, where you will learn from the experience of local business leaders and professors to build your business canvas, put together a pitch deck, and more to advance your business.

Who It’s For

Entrepreneurs at the idea stage, ready to move forward
New business owners building their foundation
Growing businesses looking to solve challenges and scale

What You’ll Get

Hands-on Learning: Each week, dive into a new topic and put it into practice.
Mentor Support: Experienced guides to help you navigate challenges.
Community: A supportive cohort of entrepreneurs learning and growing together.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the program, you’ll know how to:

Map out your ideas using the Business Model Canvas
Set measurable goals that keep you accountable
Identify and understand your target customers
Test ideas quickly with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
Measure market potential and assess competition
Create effective marketing strategies that attract and retain customers

Why Choose Us?

Comprehensive Support: We look at your whole business, not just one piece of it.
Personal Connection: Small cohorts and dedicated mentors mean tailored guidance.
Community First: You’ll build relationships and grow alongside like-minded entrepreneurs.

Register

We are currently offering Fall and Spring cohorts.

Registration for Fall 2026 is now open!

Start Date: August 17th, 2026

Download full schedule

Sessions every Monday, 5:30pm-7:30pm (11 weeks)

Location: Aliber Hall, Drake University

Questions? drakebizclinic@drake.edu

Business Clinic Workshop Series

We are excited to offer opportunities to dive into in-depth topics important to business owners with a shorter time commitment.

Our Current Workshop Schedule