Laurel Highlands & Alleghenies Small Business Growth Accelerator Program
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Laurel Highlands & Alleghenies Small Business Growth Accelerator Program
Empowering Small Businesses: How the Laurel Highlands & Alleghenies Growth Accelerator Program is Transforming Local Entrepreneurs
For years, small business owners have struggled with the same challenges: how to grow, how to manage time effectively, and how to afford quality coaching to truly take their business to the next level. While our region—the Laurel Highlands and Alleghenies—offers a wealth of resources for starting a business, the support for growing an existing business has been lacking. Many entrepreneurs find themselves in a cycle of survival, making enough to get by but never reaching the level of success they originally envisioned when they took the leap into entrepreneurship.
That’s where the Laurel Highlands & Alleghenies Growth Accelerator Program comes in. Developed by Matt Reckner, a seasoned business coach and the former Somerset County Entrepreneur Coach and Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, this program is designed to fill the critical void in small business growth support. By offering six flexible coaching solutions, it ensures that every business owner—no matter their budget, schedule, or learning style—has access to actionable strategies to scale, increase profitability, and regain control over their business.
The Harsh Reality for Many Small Business Owners
For many small business owners, the dream of entrepreneurship starts with excitement and ambition. They launch their businesses with big goals—financial independence, personal fulfillment, and the ability to control their own destiny. But for too many, reality doesn’t match the dream.
🔹The business may not be losing money, but it’s not making a meaningful positive impact on the owner’s financial stability or personal life.
🔹The business is running them, instead of them running the business.
🔹They’re constantly busy but feel like they’re never making real progress.
🔹They know they need help but struggle to afford or find the right kind of coaching that fits their schedule.
"Small businesses are the backbone of our community, but too many owners are just doing okay—stuck in a cycle where they’re keeping the doors open but not thriving," Reckner explains. “It’s not just about making money. It’s about creating a business that serves the owner’s life, not the other way around.”
The Laurel Highlands & Alleghenies Growth Accelerator Program is designed to help business owners break free from stagnation by providing them with the skills, strategies, and support to increase profitability, scale efficiently, and take back control of their business and life.
Breaking Barriers: No More Excuses
One of the most significant barriers small business owners face is the perception that they can’t afford or fit coaching into their schedule. Reckner is determined to eliminate those excuses with this diverse range of coaching options.
“With these six coaching models, there is no reason for business owners to stay stuck,” Reckner says. “Whether you need personalized coaching, group support, self-paced learning, quick accountability sessions, or 24/7 AI guidance, there’s a solution for every entrepreneur, every budget, and every schedule.”
A Coaching Solution for Every Entrepreneur
What makes this program unique is its versatility. Recognizing that every business owner has different needs, RPS4BIZ developed six different coaching options—each tailored to fit varying levels of commitment, budget, and preferred learning styles.
1. Premier One-on-One Coaching:
For business owners who want personalized, high-impact coaching, this premium program provides tailored strategies and direct, one-on-one guidance to tackle unique business challenges and scale effectively.
2. Group Business Coaching:
Entrepreneurs thrive when they learn from one another. This program brings together a community of business owners in a virtual setting, where they meet weekly or biweekly for expert-led sessions. In addition to structured coaching, participants gain invaluable peer support, learning from others’ successes and struggles.
3. Hybrid Coaching (Group + One-on-One):
The best of both worlds—this option provides business owners with group coaching for ongoing support and collaboration, along with one-on-one sessions for customized guidance to address their specific needs.
4. DIY Business Coaching Programs:
Not every business owner can commit to scheduled coaching sessions, which is why the DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Business Coaching Programs were created. With a self-paced e-learning format, business owners can choose from three specialized tracks:
🔹A 52-Week Virtual MBA for Small Business Owners: Business owners gain practical, MBA-level insights without the cost of a formal degree.
🔹Financial Mastery Training: This program teaches entrepreneurs how to understand every number in their business and confidently communicate with accountants, bankers, and investors.
🔹JumpStart 12 Growth DIY Program: Focused on 12 proven strategies to boost business profitability.
Entrepreneurs can choose one track or enroll in all three for a comprehensive learning experience.
5. Flash Coaching – A New Approach to Accountability:
One of the biggest roadblocks to business growth is accountability. Many business owners know what they need to do but struggle to stay on track and follow through. Flash Coaching bridges this gap by offering quick, 15-minute coaching sessions after the business owner completes an agreed-upon action step. This ensures consistent progress without requiring long coaching sessions.
6. On-Demand AI Business Coaching:
As part of RPS4Biz’s commitment to innovation, this program also includes access to AI-powered business coaching. Entrepreneurs can get expert guidance on marketing, leadership, financial strategy, and more—anytime, anywhere.
Building a Thriving Business and a Better Life
The Laurel Highlands & Alleghenies Growth Accelerator Program isn’t just about making businesses more profitable—it’s about transforming the lives of business owners.
“This program is about helping small business owners take back control—to scale, make more money, and create a business that serves them, instead of them constantly serving the business,” Reckner explains. “It’s about building something that supports your financial goals, personal goals, and long-term vision.”
For business owners who are tired of being stuck, the Laurel Highlands & Alleghenies Growth Accelerator Program is the opportunity to finally break through barriers, take control, and achieve the success they always dreamed of.
Business owners interested in learning more, enrolling, or scheduling a consultation can visit www.LHAGrowthAccelerator.com for details.
Local Partnerships
In addition to these offerings, we are excited to announce partnerships with local economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, local banks, accountants, and more. These collaborations will power additional programs, providing even more resources and opportunities for small business owners to thrive. By leveraging these local partnerships, we aim to create a robust support network that enhances the growth and success of businesses throughout the Laurel Highlands and Alleghenies region.
About RPS4Biz
Founded in 2019, RPS4Biz has been dedicated to empowering small business owners with cutting-edge coaching, innovative business tools, and proven strategies for success. Through expert coaching and AI-driven solutions, RPS4Biz helps entrepreneurs break free from survival mode, increase profitability, and build businesses that truly work for them.
For media inquiries or further information about partnering, contact:
Matt Reckner | [email protected]
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