Empowering Coastal Mississippi Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Growth
The Coastal Business Growth Accelerator (CBGA) is an initiative designed to fasttrack the success of startups and small businesses in Mississippi’s coastal counties—Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Pearl River, George, and Stone.
Through biannual cohort-based programs, CBGA offers:
Targeted Training in business planning, digital marketing, finance, and growth strategies
One-on-One Mentorship from expert business counselors and industry professionals
Hands-On Workshops with actionable tools, resources, and guides
Access to Capital Resources and investor connections
Stronger Business Networks through curated peer learning and community events
Whether you're launching a new venture or scaling an existing business, CBGA is your on-ramp to smarter, faster growth.
Why It Matters
Small businesses are the backbone of Mississippi’s Gulf Coast economy.
CBGA supports business owners in both urban and rural communities, addressing challenges like:
Limited digital access and market reach
Economic vulnerability tied to natural disasters or industry shifts
Lack of tailored support for early and growth-stage companies
With deep local partnerships and a network of support from MSBDCN’s statewide access points, CBGA helps coastal entrepreneurs build resilient, tech-savvy, and growth-ready businesses.
Who Should Apply
New or existing small businesses with high growth potential
Founders in rural communities
Entrepreneurs ready to level up with structured support
Ready to Accelerate?
Applications now open for the fall cohort.