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Business Development
From idea to concept. From concept to launch. From launch to growth.
Ignite, Emerge, and Ascend take Topeka entrepreneurs through every stage of building a business. Move through the pathway in order, or enter at the stage that fits where you are today.
Ignite · Emerge · Ascend
Business Development
More Than A Class. A Way To Build.
Business development is the work of turning a business idea into a real, operating company, and an operating company into a growing one. At Omni Circle that means structured programs that combine education, coaching, mentorship, and a community that builds alongside you, whatever stage you start from.
Expert-led curriculum
One-on-one coaching
Mentor network
Cohort community
Pitch & showcase opportunities
A path to capital
Development Pathways
A progressive accelerator pathway - Ignite, Emerge, and Ascend - for entrepreneurs at every stage, from validating an idea to scaling an established business.
Ignite
Pre Accelerator
New Venture Discovery through the Kauffman FastTrac network — foundational training in business planning, financials, and management for early-stage entrepreneurs turning ideas into actionable concepts.
8 weeksYou Pay $100Value $1,500
Explore IgniteEmerge
Venture Accelerator
A 12-week business incubator for aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs. Hands-on learning, mentorship, and practical planning to move from concept to a launch-ready business.
12 weeksYou Pay $400Value $3,500
Explore EmergeAscend
Growth Accelerator
An advanced growth accelerator for established entrepreneurs ready to scale. Strategic coaching, peer learning, and accountability to strengthen operations and revenue.
12 monthsYou Pay $1000Value $5,500
Explore AscendGetting started is simple
Three steps between you and your first cohort.
Find your fit
We point you to the stage, program, and cohort that matches where your business is today.
Get to work
Join the next cohort and start building with coaches, mentors, and peers beside you.
Not sure which program fits?
Tell us where your business stands and we will point you to the right stage, or connect you with networking and capital access along the way.
Talk with our team