New York City Immersion Women Founders Program March 2025

In 2017, FD Global Connections pioneered the first business immersion program between Australia and New York State. Fast track to 2024, and our partnership with SBE Advisory, our New York City Immersion Program 2025™ is designed for aspirational female entrepreneurs seeking guidance on expanding their businesses into the USA.

This fully curated specialised program for a small cohort of carefully selected female entrepreneurs connects your business with corporate networks, investors, mentors, and professional service companies, all aimed at ensuring a successful entry into the U.S. market. Importantly, as a group program – it allows for valuable peer connections and shared learning experiences. This exclusive program is designed to provide unparalleled access and opportunities.

PROGRAM DETAILS

New York City is not for the faint-hearted, and we start preparing you early. Six weeks before we arrive in New York, you’ll receive individual coaching sessions from U.S. specialists, who will provide valuable feedback to perfect your sales or investor pitches.

What you can expect:

• Personally Accompanied by Trena Blair, GAICD
  • FD Global Connections CEO – global mentor, international multi-award winning businesswoman, and #1 Amazon bestseller (Australia and U.S.). Trena lived and worked in New York City and, according to her clients, has “one of the best U.S. rolodex’s”
• Empower Founder-Driven Sales
  • No one is better equipped to drive US sales than the founder, whose vision and passion are unmatched. Founders bring an authentic connection to the market, unlocking unique opportunities for growth.
• Build Social Proof
  • Succeeding in the U.S. requires a network of advocates and ambassadors. The NYC Immersion Program provides warm introductions to those aligned with your vision – and who are prepared to support you after the program ends.
• Adopt Agile Marketing
  • Understanding customer acquisition strategies is critical for U.S. market success. The NYC Immersion Program teaches you to adopt an agile marketing approach. Continuously adapt your marketing strategies and assets to meet the evolving needs and preferences of your U.S. target client.
• Develop your Operational Strategy
  • In an exclusive workshop for participants, learn from trusted Professional Service partners who support foreign companies in establishing their operating model in the U.S.
• Accelerating Growth and Market Leadership
  • With a line-up that only New York City can offer, hear from experts on critical topics such as Strategic Procurement, M&A, NYSE Listing and Exits.

Previous participants have described the program as “the ultimate growth hack,” propelling their businesses to new heights. It focuses on hands-on learning, networking opportunities, and strategic guidance, providing female founders with the essential tools and insights needed to succeed in one of the world’s most competitive markets.

THE NYC IMMERSION PROGRAM MARCH 24TH 2025

• Applications are open from 16 September to ​31 October 2024
• Program preparation starts 10 February 2025
• NYC Dates March 24 2025 to March 28 2025
• Budget planning for this program should include travel and accommodation in addition to program fees. 

The program aims to empower and support female entrepreneurs in their growth and expansion efforts, helping them to achieve their full potential and make a positive impact on the global business community.

This highly customised, transformative program will propel your business into the thriving U.S. market. This is your chance to connect, grow, and succeed on an international scale.

Here is the LINK to APPLY.