Build a real business from your content and community.
A 6-week accelerator for creators and small business owners who are ready to turn what they've built into something sustainable.
Limited seats available
In partnership with Jermaine Malcolm and Skills Gap Advocate
What creators say
Real results from creators who transformed their business
“They demystified the process and showed me the most efficient, affordable path to getting up and running. A few months later, I had my first client, thousands of views on my new YouTube channel, and confidence in the growth plan we had developed.”
Marilyn R.
Content Creator
“The experience was an honor to be a part of. It helped me to define practical steps for my entrepreneurial journey. The mentorship provided has been and is still encouraging me.”
Glen G.
Entrepreneur
“They challenged me in all the right areas, encouraging me to step outside my comfort zone while still feeling supported throughout the process. Their patience, especially with the things I wasn't yet familiar with, made it easy for me to learn, grow, and feel confident in my next steps.”
Dexter B.
Therapist
The problem
You're not stuck because you're not working hard enough.
You're stuck because you're running a business without the structure to support it. That changes here.
You're posting consistently—but income is inconsistent.
You've built an audience—but don't know what to sell.
You've tried brand deals, links, and random ideas—but nothing sticks.
You feel close… but not clear.
Most creators don't fail because they lack talent. They fail because they never make the shift.
Go from creator to operator.
Stop guessing. Stop chasing trends. Start building something that actually makes money. Not someday. Now.
What you leave with
A clear offer, a real business model, a pitch deck, a launch plan.
A clear offer
Your product, service, or hybrid offer—packaged and ready to sell.
A real business model
How you make money consistently, not occasionally.
A pitch deck
For partners, investors, sponsors, collaborators, or your next big move.
A launch plan
The next steps, assets, and confidence to bring it into the world.
How it works
A 6-week build sprint. Not a passive course.
Week 01
Know Your Numbers
Learn to build a business model that actually works—map your revenue streams, set realistic pricing, and define clear financial goals that guide every decision you make.
Week 02
Systems That Scale
Set up the foundation every real business needs: proper banking, contracts that protect you, and the basics of intellectual property so you can grow with confidence.
Week 03
From Audience to Customer
Stop leaving money on the table. Learn how to turn the followers who already trust you into the customers who actually buy from you — by closing the gap between attention and transaction.
Week 04
Building Sustainable Revenue
Move beyond one-off sales to recurring revenue. Learn to package your products and services strategically and build a 12-month revenue plan you can actually execute.
Week 05
Your Business Story
Craft the narrative that makes people care. Develop a pitch deck that opens doors and learn to speak the language of the partners and investors you want to attract.
Week 06
The Business Showcase
Present your business to a curated audience of ecosystem partners who are invested in your success. Leave with real connections and momentum to launch.
Why this is different
You won't just learn. You'll build.
Weekly live sessions with hands-on instruction
Direct feedback on your offer, deck, and business model
Office hours and real-time support
A small, curated cohort with limited seats
A room full of creators making the same shift
Fit
This is for creators and small business owners who are already in motion — and ready to build something that lasts beyond the next post or product launch.
This is for you if…
You're already creating, but not making real money
You want to turn this into something serious
You're willing to build, not just watch
You're tired of guessing
This is not for you if…
You want passive learning
You're not ready to build something real
You want shortcuts instead of strategy
You're allergic to feedback
Instructors
Learn from people who have built this.
Brooklyn Beckham
Entrepreneur, Creator, and Founder of Cloud23
Brooklyn is a creator, entrepreneur, and founder of Cloud23 — a premium organic condiment brand now carried by Whole Foods. What started as a passion for food and storytelling evolved into a growing consumer brand built at the intersection of audience, creativity, and business.
Teresa Day
CEO, Planoly
Teresa brings decades of marketing and product experience across Whole Foods, Expedia, General Mills, and Vital Farms. Her work centers on helping creators and small business owners understand their customers, build strong brands, and turn audience attention into real revenue.
John Onwuchekwa
Founder, We Go On Studio & Co-Founder, Portrait Coffee
John is a storyteller, strategist, and entrepreneur whose work spans leadership, content, and community development. He helps people articulate what matters clearly and powerfully — turning vision, values, and lived experience into narratives that build trust and open doors.
Sarah Larson Levey
Founder of Y7 Studio & Strategic Consultant
Sarah built Y7 Studio from a basement into a nationally recognized brand — raising over $10M and leading it to acquisition. She now channels that hard-won experience into helping other founders navigate growth, leadership, and the messy in-between.
Gabe Pepe
Talent Manager at Range Media and Content-to-Commerce Expert
Gabe is a talent manager representing top creators across culinary, fashion, and lifestyle. He co-founded the hot sauce company Cloud23 alongside his client Brooklyn Beckham and launched Notorious Cookware with his client Notorious Foodie.
Jermaine Malcolm
Founder, Skills Gap Advocate
Jermaine helps entrepreneurs, creators, and community organizations turn ideas into practical systems, programs, and growth strategies. His work blends entrepreneurship, AI tools, program development, and community-building to help people move from inspiration to execution.
Your Partner
Built by Skills Gap Advocate
Skills Gap Advocate (SGA) is an entrepreneurship support organization headquartered in Waco, Texas, operating at the intersection of entrepreneurship programming, economic development, and community-based business support.
SGA exists to bridge skills and opportunity gaps for those who need it most.
500+
Builders supported
50+
Organizations supported
6+
Years of impact
Application-based cohort
Limited seats. Program investment: $599.
We keep the cohort small to ensure a quality, hands on experience. If accepted, you'll receive full details and next steps.
Grants and payment plans are available. Indicate your interest during the application process.
FAQ
Good questions.
Do I need to already have an idea?
No. But you should have an audience, direction, or clear creative lane you're ready to turn into something more serious.
How much time does this take?
Expect 5–7 hours per week including live sessions, feedback, and build time.
Is this a course?
No. It's a working sprint. You'll learn, but the point is to build.
Why is it application-based?
Because the room matters. We're curating for creators who are ready to do the work.
Most people stay in the creator phase for years.
Not because they want to. Because they don't know how to get out. This is how you get out.
Limited seats · In partnership with Skills Gap Advocate
Interested in being a program sponsor? Email hello@sgabuilds.com