Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship Announces First-Ever Small Business Executive Program in Panama City

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The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship at Florida State University is expanding its long-standing statewide impact by launching its first-ever program in the Panama City area. For more than two decades, the Institute has served small business owners and nonprofit leaders across Tallahassee and the rest of Florida—now bringing its proven executive education model to Panama City in Spring 2026.

Small Business Executive Program (SBEP) – Panama City
The Jim Moran Institute will offer its inaugural Panama City Small Business Executive Program (SBEP Class I) as part of its commitment to supporting Northwest Florida’s small business community. This no-cost program is designed for CEOs, entrepreneurs, and presidents of small businesses who are looking to sharpen their strategic thinking, improve performance, and develop sustainable growth plans.

Participants will gain:

  • Tools to strengthen strategic decision-making
  • Guidance to enhance overall business performance
  • A long-term individualized growth plan
  • Access to a robust network of fellow business leaders, mentors, and Jim Moran Institute alumni

Panama City SBEP Class I (Spring 2026) Key Dates:

  • Applications Due: March 11, 2026
  • Notice of Acceptance: March 18, 2026
  • Program Sessions: April 1 – April 29, 2026 (five sessions)

More information about the program curriculum, application process, and schedule is available at jmi.fsu.edu/PC_SBEP.

As the Jim Moran Institute continues to expand its reach across Northwest Florida, the launch of the SBEP in Panama City marks a significant milestone—bringing world-class, no-cost entrepreneurial education to a new region while building on decades of service to business owners across the state.