Spring Session begins Early February 2026

Accelerate Success: From Vision to Venture

Business Training for Food Entrepreneurs

Accelerate Success: Transforming Ambition into Reality

Equip our participants with the knowledge and resources to thrive as an entrepreneur, driving economic growth.

Accelerate process of establishing a sustainable business and towards self-sufficiency

Build a supportive community around our graduates fostering prosperity in the region

How We Do It

Curriculum designed for Implementation and Successful Launch

Classes and Coaching by Subject Matter Experts

Mentors and Coaches from the Food Industry

Connections with Community and Stakeholders

Who We Serve

Accelerate Success Supports Women Starting Food Businesses in the Northern Virginia Region.

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee Shop
  • Food Truck
  • Pop-Ups
  • Catering Service
  • Bakery Business
  • A home food delivery services or any related food business

Program Partners and Supporters

Belay Financial Solutions

BELAY Financial Solutions provides outsourced accounting and fractional CFO support for food and creative businesses. Specialties include bookkeeping, accounting system setup, inventory management, cost control, strategic financial guidance, and income tax services 

Victoria Byrne

Victoria Byrne, founder of Creative Marketing Services, Inc., brings 20+ years in corporate and small-business marketing; as a Certified Constant Contact Solution Provider, she drives cost-effective results and speaks nationally on digital marketing and website strategy.

Maggy Sterner

Brand and Business Coach

Donna Giarratana

Human Resources Services