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WHAT IS LAUNCH JOCO?

Launch Johnston County is a new initiative supporting and developing entrepreneurs and small business in Johnston County by providing access to:
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WHY LAUNCH JOCO?

In many communities in the United States and across the world, most small business owners, including minorities and low income entrepreneurs, lack the training and resources necessary to be successful. Modeled after the Launch program in other areas of the state, this program is a proven recipe for bringing new entrepreneurship to the underserved in our county. 

Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) that approximately 20% of new businesses fail during the first two years of being open, 45% during the first five years, and 65% during the first 10 years. Only 25% of new businesses make it to 15 years or more. Launch JoCo is designed to give business owners the tools and resources needed to work “on” the business and not just “in” the business.
APPLICATIONS FOR 2023 LAUNCH JOCO ARE NOW CLOSED. 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES
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INTERESTED IN BEING A MENTOR?

If you are a business owner, entrepreneur, community leader, or someone who wants to give to those in the early stages of business, then being a Launch JoCo Mentor is for you! Having a successful mentor relationship can play a critical role in the future success of our students, and can be extremely fulfilling for the mentor. The expectation is that you are available to meet with your student at least 4 hours a month from May through December 2023, but, because mentoring needs and styles vary, your investment can be as much as you and the mentee desire. Learn more and apply for this mentorship opportunity by applying here.
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LAUNCH JOCO IS PRESENTED IN 2023 BY

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GOLD SPONSOR
Douglas McClentic Architect


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VIDEOGRAPHER SPONSORS
Deacon Jones Auto Group Business Elite
MedicalTraining.me

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WEEKLY DINNER SPONSORS
Accentuate Staffing
Chefella's Catering and Event Planning
Douglas McClentic Architect
HomeTowne Realty - Angelina Corroo
JNOW Magazine
KS Bank
SavvyCardz.com by Mobile First Builder
snaCKs Provision Company
​Thomas Family Landscaping

​GRADUATION SELFIE PHOTO BOOTH SPONSOR
First Flight Federal Credit Union


PROFESSIONAL HEAD SHOT SPONSOR
KS Bank

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GRADUATION HIGH TOP TABLE SPONSORS
KS Bank
Riverside Savings Bank
SILVER SPONSOR
Johnston County Alumnae Chapter
​Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.


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PROGRAM KICK-OFF SPONSOR
Craig Davis Properties

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STUDENT SPONSORS
Dollar General - Distribution Center
HomeTowne Realty - Angelina Corroo
Johnston County Economic Development
Nobles Insurance Agency, Inc.
​Tay and Sons Enterprise

GRADUATION DIPLOMA SPONSORS
Greg Adamson - Allen Tate
​MedicalTraining.me


GRADUATION REGISTRATION SPONSOR
​One80 Counseling

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GRADUATION BEVERAGE SPONSOR
Pit Stop Smoke Shop LLC

2022 LaunchJoCo Graduates

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Gail Bryant

Minnie R Estate Development

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Tony Burgess

Pro Barber Mobile Solutions

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Vilamon Carroll

Clayton Integrative Massage and Wellness

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Shaunta Clowney

CHASE Center, LLC

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Jacqlyn Coffmen

Confit Culinary Studio

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Brittney Cruz

B. Cruz Jewelry Design

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Deborah David

DD's Gracious Gifts

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Deardra Holder

Lavender and Lace Wreaths and Crafts, LLC.

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Hadeel Khrais

ABA Love, a Mobile Autism Service

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Stephanie Matos

Happy Owl, LLC.

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Teresa McDonald

The McDonald Group, LLC.

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Brenda McLamb

Recompense Farm

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Shatisha McLaurin

T and S Entertainment

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Patrick Meniboon

The Courage Hacker

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Camilla Sanders

Love & Lux, LLC.

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Danielle Sennert

Locals Only Coffee Company

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Mark Sennert

Stray Voltage Sign Co.

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Sheila White

Sheila's Perfect Designz

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Tiesha Whittaker

​Buttermilk Boutique, LLC

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Precious Wright

Dry Roots Hair Care, LLC

A CLAYTON CHAMBER FOUNDATION INITIATIVE

​Our network of local partners in Johnston County provides a broad network of support and resources for our entrepreneurs.

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CCOC Mission Investors.

2023 VISIONARY INVESTORS

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2023 CONNECTOR INVESTORS
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2023 PILLAR INVESTORS

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Contact CCOC.

TELEPHONE & SOCIAL

(919) 553-6352
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ADDRESS

Clayton Chamber of Commerce
301 E. Main Street
Clayton, NC 27520

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday - Thursday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Fridays
8:30am - 1:00pm

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  • ABOUT
    • OUR STORY
    • STAFF & BOARD
    • COMMITTEES
    • INVESTOR SPOTLIGHT
    • ANNUAL REPORT
    • CCOC NEWS
    • DOING BUSINESS IN CLAYTON
    • SizeUp Johnston County
    • LIVING IN CLAYTON
  • INVEST / APPLY
    • CCOC BENEFITS
    • APPLY HERE
    • CHAMBER U
  • EVENTS
    • CCOC EVENTS
    • COMMUNITY EVENTS
  • MENTORING PROGRAMS
    • INSPIRE
    • STEP
    • LAUNCH JOCO 2023
  • DIRECTORY / LOGIN
    • DIRECTORY
    • LOGIN
  • CLAYTON JOB BOARD
  • CLAYTON CHAMBER FOUNDATION
  • ElevateHER Summit