BUILD Academy is CA-MBA’s flagship cohort-based business education program. Every cohort is custom-made to fit the needs of the small business owners in the room—so the learning is practical, relevant, and immediately usable.

Two Cohort Options

6-WEEK INCUBATOR

For early-stage businesses that need the fundamentals, structure, and clarity to build a strong foundation.

8-WEEK ACCELERATOR

For established businesses ready to tighten operations, strengthen leadership, and pursue growth opportunities.

Who is this for?

Minority, women, veteran, and LGBTQ+ owned businesses
Early-stage to established small businesses
Owners preparing for certifications, contracting, or growth
Nonprofits building operational strength

Program Snapshot

  
      Cohort Options
      6-week Incubator or 8-week Accelerator
    
      Sessions
      Weekly cohort sessions + coaching support (as scheduled per cohort)
    
      Cohorts
      Custom-built per group needs
    
      Minimum Cadence
      At least 1 cohort per quarter
    
      Focus
      Business fundamentals + execution + readiness

We focus on needs vs. wants and measurable progress—revenue readiness, operational clarity, and the ability to pursue real opportunities.

Request Cohort Info

The B.U.I.L.D Framework

The program is structured around five pillars—so owners build capability, not just information.

01

Business

Your model, offer clarity, pricing, and the fundamentals that keep you profitable.

02

Uplift

Leadership, confidence, and the mindset + habits that sustain execution.

03

Innovation

Systems, tools, and process improvements that save time and reduce friction.

04

Leadership

How you communicate, lead people, and build credibility with partners and decision-makers.

05

Development

Growth planning, readiness, and a pathway to opportunities (certifications, contracting, partnerships).

What You Leave With

A clearer plan, stronger fundamentals, and a practical pathway to next opportunities.

How We Work

Cohort learning + coaching—with real-world accountability and tailored support.

How We Measure Progress

Readiness, execution, and outcomes—not just attendance.

This is not a one-size-fits-all course. We meet you where you are—then build the next layer of capability.

Typical Outcomes

Clearer offer and pricing decisions
Stronger operational systems (time, money, process)
Readiness for certifications and contracting pathways
Better communication and leadership confidence

Program Components

Weekly sessions – Cohort sessions that teach the fundamentals and translate them into action steps.

Coaching – Coaching support to problem-solve your real business constraints.

Templates + tools – Practical resources released throughout the cohort to support execution.

Graduation + visibility – Cohorts graduate with community visibility—often with elected officials and partners present.

Program Notes

Both the 6-week Incubator and 8-week Accelerator include one dedicated session focused on business advocacy—helping small businesses understand how policy and decision-making impacts day-to-day operations, and how to show up effectively with a solutions-forward voice.

Cohort timing, eligibility, and the exact curriculum are customized based on cohort needs. We run a minimum of one cohort per quarter. Request cohort info and we’ll respond with the next start date, requirements, and how to apply.

Ask about the next cohort

Request BUILD Academy cohort information

Send your name + email, your business/nonprofit, and what you’re trying to accomplish. We’ll reply with the next cohort start date, which cohort is the best fit (Incubator vs. Accelerator), and eligibility details.

Contact Us

1730 W Cameron Ave, West Covina, CA 91790(Los Angeles County)

11175 Azusa Ct, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730 (San Bernardino County)

910 K Street Suite 355A, Sacramento, CA 95814(Sacramento)

(909) 525-5261

Info@mballiance.org