KDC’s Co-op Academy
Building a strong, democratic local economy.
Calling ALL Cooperators!
Calling ALL Cooperators!

This virtual 8-session education and technical assistance program is designed for teams of cooperative board leaders, steering committees and staff of cooperative businesses from emerging, start-up and established cooperatives within any industry. The Co-op Academy is designed for teams working together on a single business between sessions. We're looking for strong teams with a mix of talents and experience. The application process is competitive and open to a limited number of teams.
Registration Cost is $100 per participant, capped at $300 per team and includes full membership. Scholarships are available. Apply for a scholarship here.
All sessions will be held Wednesdays at 6PM and will last approximately 90 minutes.
- September 23, 2020
- October 28, 2020
- December 2, 2020
- January 27, 2021
**BONUS SESSION ~ February 24, 2021**
- March 24, 2021
- April 28, 2021
- May 26, 2021
- June 23, 2021
All sessions will be recorded and recordings will be made available to participants. However, we strongly suggest participating in the live session when able.
- September 23, 2020
- October 28, 2020
- December 2, 2020
- January 27, 2021
**BONUS SESSION ~ February 24, 2021**
- March 24, 2021
- April 28, 2021
- May 26, 2021
- June 23, 2021
All sessions will be recorded and recordings will be made available to participants. However, we strongly suggest participating in the live session when able.

Topics
Applicant Criteria
- An Introduction to Cooperatives
- Engaging Members
- Cooperative Governance & Leadership
- Business Planning
- Legal Cooperative Structures
- Financing Your Project
- Human Resources
- Marketing & Branding
Applicant Criteria
- Each team must have a minimum of two participants.
- Each team member must complete the application form.
- Each applicant must commit to the entire 8 sessions. Sessions will be recorded.
- Teams must consist of members, board members, and (or) staff from an emerging, start-up or established cooperative.
For more information please contact:
Autumn Vogel - autumn@kdc.coop
or
Call main office at 717-792-2163
Autumn Vogel - autumn@kdc.coop
or
Call main office at 717-792-2163