Scale Your Business in 12 Months
Applications Open Through Summer 2026
Program Begins Fall 2026
Program Overview
Growco is Startup Sioux Falls’ flagship program, designed for business owners who are ready to strengthen the systems behind their growth — what got you to this level in your business, won't get you to the next stage.
In the Scale stage, success is not measured by strictly increasing top-line revenue. It also includes stronger financial management, improved profitability, repeatable sales or customer acquisition, added team or outside capacity, and better operating systems. Growco helps founders build a healthier, more durable business with the structure needed for long-term sustainability.
Wondering if Growco is right for you?
Growco is built for founders who:
- Are full-time in their business
- Have been operating for 2+ years
- Are generating consistent revenue
- Are beginning to hire or manage a team
- Are navigating the shift from doing everything themselves to building systems and structure
If you’re at the point where growth is happening—but it’s getting messy, inconsistent, or overly dependent on you—this program is designed to help you build a more scalable, sustainable business.
Hear how Growco has helped local entrepreneurs like you:
Peer Support & Facilitation
At the center of Growco is the peer group—a trusted room of founders who show up consistently, share openly, and push each other forward.
Sessions are facilitated by Joe Zueger, founder of Workplace IT and TruLuc. Joe brings decades of experience in leadership, team development, and business operations, helping founders cut through noise, focus on what matters, and move forward with clarity.
You’ll be challenged, supported, and held accountable—not just by the facilitator, but by the group itself.
Program Format
Growco meets once per month for 12 months. Sessons are 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, followed by an optional lunch for continued, informal conversation.
Each quarter follows a consistent structure:
Session 1: Enrichment + Application
- Facilitated content focused on a core business or leadership topic, paired with discussion and real-time application to your business.
Session 2: Guest Speaker
- A subject-matter expert joins the cohort to go deeper on the same topic, bringing practical experience and outside perspective.
Session 3: Board of Strategic Advisors
- A structured session where you present updates, challenges, and questions to a group of experienced business leaders.
Board of Strategic Advisors
Each quarter, Growco participants meet with the Board of Strategic Advisors—a diverse group of experienced business leaders from across the Sioux Falls community.
During these sessions, you’ll:
- Share a concise update on your business
- Present key challenges or decisions you’re facing
- Ask targeted questions
- Receive candid advice and perspective
Think of it as your personal board of advisors—without giving up equity.
These sessions are often the most impactful part of the program, helping founders validate direction, identify blind spots, and move forward with confidence.
Current Growco Board of Strategic Advisors
What You'll Gain
- Clearer priorities and direction
- Better decision-making through peer and advisor input
- Practical tools you can apply immediately
- A trusted network of founders and business leaders
- Consistent momentum through accountability
Pricing
We're excited to offer this program for $300/Month or $3000 for the year.
Questions?
Contact Director of Programming, Jeff Hayward at [email protected].