How To Apply

We are proud that we can offer this service and confident that we will have a challenge selecting a recipient from the pool of outstanding applicants, specifically the GLAAACC membership. Interested companies must be able to participate for the full one-year term and must meet the program criteria. If you believe you qualify for this program, please follow our user-friendly application process.

First read the BEP brochure which explains the objectives of the BEP. Secondly, fill out the enclosed application and include the appropriate documents. Next, you must develop then provide the "vision" of where your organization is headed and how you propose to get it there. Finally, submit two copies of your current business plan with recent financial statements. This vision statement is your opportunity to communicate your goals and objectives to the selection committee.

DOWNLOADS (click to download)
BEP Brochure
BEP Instruction Sheet, Application & Vision statement

The Business Evolution Program (BEP) Committee will review all of the applications and compile a "short list" of no more than three companies by Friday, January 28, 2011. A selection panel will interview the finalist and make a recommendation to the GLAAACC Board no later than Tuesday, February 8, 2011. At our annual awards dinner on Thursday, March 17, 2011, we will announce the selectee. From that day on for twelve months the selectee will be afforded access to valuable contacts, information and resources to assist the company's rise to the next level of performance. At the end of the twelve-month period the BEP Committee will evaluate the progress of the company.

CRITERIA

• Must have been a current member of GLAAACC for one year or be willing to commit to a two year membership with GLAAACC
• Must have been in business for at least two years
• Must submit a current business plan that reflects the following:

➢ Positive future growth potential
➢ High probability of financing support
➢ Outstanding leadership skills

• Must submit financial statements that reflect at least two consecutive years of sustainability.
Finalists will be interviewed by a selection committee. The selected firm will be highlighted throughout the program year.

Our deadline for applications and completed business plan proposals including company financials by the close of business on Friday, December 17, 2010, so don't delay!! Get your application in TODAY! Please contact the GLAAACC office if you have additional questions.