Can a Criminal Record Hold Back a Great Business Idea?
The Idea Is There. What’s Holding It Back? You can have the plan, the pitch, and the passion, but when you’ve served time, some people still won’t see past the record. That’s the reality for many aspiring entrepreneurs coming out of prison. The idea is solid. The person is ready. The challenge? Getting others to […]
Why We Use Real-World Business Terms in Prison
Why Language Matters Words shape how people think. They also shape how people see themselves. In the Prison Entrepreneurship Program, participants aren’t taught simplified or “watered down” concepts. From the beginning, they’re introduced to real business language, terms like competitive advantage, value proposition, supply chain, and financial forecasting. This is not just vocabulary, it’s a […]
From Classroom to Launch: How PEP Helps Build Real Businesses
Business Plans Don’t Stay on Paper Inside PEP, participants build detailed business plans and pitch them to experienced professionals. But that’s just the beginning. What sets PEP apart is what happens after release when those ideas become reality. How PEP Supports Launch-Ready Entrepreneurs Graduates leave prison not just with a plan, but with tools. PEP’s […]
