Mt. Clemens, MI - The Macomb County Small Business & Technology Development Center (SBTDC) is offering a new program designed to help those who are considering starting their own business.

The cost to participate is $700. Full scholarships are available through the New Economy Initiative and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Classes will be offered on Mondays from 8:30 a.m. to noon beginning February 1. A mandatory orientation for those wishing to receive full scholarships will be held on Monday, January 25 from 3 – 6 p.m. at TechTown, located on the campus of Wayne State University.

According to Don Morandini, Director of Macomb’s SBTDC, “Nearly 95 percent of all businesses in Macomb County employ less than 50 people. The Fast Trac® program offers the tools that new entrepreneurs need to determine their future level of success as well as the information and resources that will help them make the most of their efforts.”

“Helping people learn new business skills and developing their entrepreneurial spirit allows people to take charge of their future which leads to new jobs, a new competitive edge and renewed, vibrant energy for our community,” said Paul Gieleghem, Board Chair.

Those interested in more information may .call the Macomb County SBTDC at 586-469-5118 or visit www.macombcountymi.gov.