10k Small Businesses Alumni

“The 10KSB program gave me the structure and strategy I needed to grow my business intentionally. It transformed how I view leadership, planning, and scaling—and helped turn my accidental success into a sustainable, purpose-driven company. Growing on purpose with a purpose.“

JoQuetta Hummons, Owner
Omega Janitorial Services LLC.
Cohort 6

“The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program gave me the confidence to believe in myself as a leader. The training, personal coaching and community of entrepreneurs helped me realize that I am not doing this alone and that I have the skills and the resources I need to grow and thrive as a business.”

Sarah Thompson, Co-Founder
Honey Child Pops
Cohort 6

“Working together with fellow entrepreneurs, learning the skills to be successful, and having a great time are a few of the benefits that I received from the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program. Highly recommended!”

Paul Picton, President
Maverick Chocolate Company
Cohort 1

“It helped me to gain confidence when we have a sounding board for decisions.”

Vijay Sabbineni, CEO
Srisys
Cohort 2

“10KSB gave me more than just tools—it gave me a network of peers, a fresh perspective on leadership, and the clarity to scale my business without losing focus.”

Marisa Midkiff Neal, President
MMN Consulting, LLC.
Cohort 2

“As a small business owner without a business degree, the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program provided me with a strong foundation of the essential skills needed to operate and grow my business efficiently. The program allowed me to dedicate time to working ‘on’ my business rather than getting caught up ‘in’ it. Additionally, the connections I made within my cohort have proven to be incredibly valuable.”

Jenny Watts, CEO
WJWatts Consulting
Cohort 4

“The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program has been a real game-changer for me. It gave me the tools and strategies to grow Absolute Title, but more importantly, it gave me the confidence to think bigger. The connections and support from other entrepreneurs have been amazing, and the program has pushed both me and my business forward in ways I didn’t expect.”

Jennifer Kellom, President
Absolute Title Agency, LLC
Cohort 5

“The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program inspired me to scale my business and invest further in the growth of my team. It was incredible to hear from other small business owners, their stories, business successes, and relating to the obstacles that come with owning a business. I am so thankful for my time in this program, it truly taught me how to elevate my business practices.”

Terri Kruse, Owner
Lady On The Roof®
Cohort 4

“GS10K Business Program was an invaluable experience for me. Not only was I able to realize my full potential and that of my company, but I found lifelong business colleagues that I can collaborate on future projects.”

MK Hennigan, CEO/Founder
In the Curious Kitchen
Cohort 5

“The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program was a transformative experience. It came at a pivotal moment in my business journey, providing me with invaluable knowledge & clarity. Most importantly, it reinforced the importance of building strong operational systems that don’t rely on my constant presence, allowing my business to become scalable & sustainable. An added bonus has been the wonderful community of entrepreneurs I’ve built lasting relationships with beyond the program.”

Salimah Abdul-Hakim, Founder/CEO
Soileil Kitchen
Cohort 4