Program Overview
Welcome to the BRIDGE Small Business Growth Cohort!
This Program Overview is your starting point for important cohort information and resources. Return here throughout the program whenever you need to review the schedule, expectations, important dates, or Leadership Peer Group information.
Start Here:
Cohort 2 Program Guide
Curriculum and Session Schedule
Pitch Competition Important Dates:
First-Round Promotional Video Due: Thursday, October 29, 2026
First-Round Judging: October 30–November 4, 2026
Three Finalists Announced: Thursdayy, November 5, 2026
Finalist Preparation Period: November 5–16, 2026
Final Pitch Competition and Graduation: Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Leadership Peer Group Assignments — available after Kick-off
Additional resources and updates will be added throughout the cohort.
BRIDGE Contact Information:
Kimber Armstrong, Program Director
karmstrong@atlanta.bbb.org | 404.309.0793