Burton D. Morgan Foundation is a private foundation based in Northeast Ohio dedicated to advancing the principles of free enterprise and entrepreneurship. Established in 1967 by the visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist Burt Morgan, the Foundation’s mission is to strengthen free enterprise by investing in people and entities that embody the entrepreneurial spirit. Through a combination of innovative programs, purposeful partnerships, and strategic grantmaking, the Foundation nurtures entrepreneurs of diverse ages and stages.
One of the Foundation’s strategic focuses is supporting second-stage businesses, or scaleups, with revenues between $1 million and $50 million, as we recognize their critical role in sustaining economic growth, job creation, and innovation. Morgan Foundation offers several scaleup programs at no cost to qualified second-stage business leaders.
Edward Lowe Foundation Program
1. Leadership Retreats
Interactive sessions on site at the Big Rock Valley property focus on how leaders respond to organization and team change.
2. PeerSpectives® CEO Roundtables
Available in both virtual and in-person formats, sessions focus on enhancing leadership abilities and sharpening decision-making through peer interaction in a confidential arena.
3. The System for Integrated Growth (SIG)®
Conducted virtually, the SIG program enables second stage CEOs to work with a team of business experts who provide tailored information and best practices to help CEOs strengthen company infrastructure, enter new markets, and find new customers.
4. American Academy of Entrepreneurs®
This six-month mentoring program pairs seasoned entrepreneurs with business owners who have entered second stage more recently.
5. Entrepreneur-in-Residence
This three-day retreat enables business owners to step back, take stock, and recharge in Big Rock Valley’s inspirational setting.
6. Legacy Council
This one-year program focused on succession planning helps exiting entrepreneurs focus on the next phase of their entrepreneurial journey.
- Burton D. Morgan Foundation partners with Edward Lowe Foundation to provide a variety of resources and tailored programs designed to spur the growth of second stage businesses. Some opportunities are held virtually, while others are conducted onsite at Edward Lowe Foundation’s idyllic Big Rock Valley property in Cassopolis, Michigan.
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