Cultivating leadership, workforce skills, and entrepreneurship that create pathways into the future economy. 

Welcome to E&BC

A community-rooted miniversity preparing leaders, workers, and entrepreneurs to thrive.

E&BC exists at the intersection of leadership development, workforce training, and entrepreneurial support. We design pathways that meet communities where they are, expand access to opportunity, and prepare them to shape the region’s future with purpose and resilience.

Our Pillars

01

train

Entrepreneurial

We develop people as leaders of their own path.

02

build

Business 

We strengthen the foundations that allow ventures to grow and endure.

03

connect

Collaborative

We bring communities and industry together to build shared progress.

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DISCOVER OUR TRAINING &

DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

E&BC programs are designed to help you take the next step, whether in leadership, business, or the workplace. Each program blends reflection with practical tools, creating experiences that are supportive, purposeful, and directly tied to real-world outcomes. Our approach meets participants where they are, builds on their strengths, and equips them with the clarity and confidence to move forward.

Leadership Fundamentals

Leadership Fundamentals

The foundation of who you are and how you lead
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RISE (Readiness in Skills and Employment)

RISE (Readiness in Skills and Employment)

Training in food and hospitality that opens doors to lasting careers.
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Leadership Basics

Apply what you know. Practice how you lead.
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SLAY (Skills in Leadership for Amplifying Youth)

Lead with pride. Create what you imagine.
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CAP (Consolidated Accelerator Program)

Accelerating business development in the clean energy sector.
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Comprehensive and Inclusive Support Program (CISP)

Our FREE 12-month Comprehensive and Inclusive Support Program (CISP) offers personalized mentoring and extensive support services for Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises.
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Leadership Fundamentals

The foundation of who you are and how you lead
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Impact and Partners

Our work is made possible through partnerships that reflect both credibility and commitment. Together, we are building durable systems for leadership, workforce, and entrepreneurial growth in our region.

150+ participants trained annually

50+ ventures supported

Key partners: MassCEC, Commonwealth Corporation, and others

I just wanted to say the Marriott called me and offered me the Attendant position. Thank you, guys, so much for everything you've done for us! I wouldn't of been able to get the job without yalls help!

Saskia Nicholls
Dr. Dee Brown, CEO @ Pearl Development Group, Inc.
CAP / CISP Participant

Ron and E&BC is the real deal. 

Dr. Dee Brown, CEO @ Pearl Development Group, Inc. CAP / CISP Participant

I am excited that everyone finally gets to experience what I have known for some time: the work of E&BC has helped my business in ways I never anticipated.

Charley Jackson, CEO @ Grounded Services CAP / CISP Participant

I just wanted to say the Marriott called me and offered me the Attendant position. Thank you, guys, so much for everything you've done for us! I wouldn't of been able to get the job without yalls help!

Saskia Nicholls

Ron and E&BC is the real deal. 

Dr. Dee Brown, CEO @ Pearl Development Group, Inc. CAP / CISP Participant