CLEVELAND, Ohio – Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Institute has launched Accelerator 2.0, an expanded 10-week program to help aspiring food entrepreneurs.

The aim is to help turn business concepts into launch-ready ventures, the restaurant announced in a press release.

Accelerator participants will be immersed in a hands-on experience that meshes mentorship, targeted workshops and real-world guidance.

Topics

• Restaurant operations and management

• Licensing and permitting

• Financial planning and fundraising

• Menu costing and sourcing

• Branding, marketing and storytelling

Six to eight entrepreneurs will be selected. Applications are open through Saturday, Nov. 15. Go to edwinsrestaurant.org/application .

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