DURHAM –  The American Underground is working with veteran entrepreneur and investor Chris Heivly for a workshop series helping people take their first step into entrepreneurship – from an idea to launch.

The series begins next week.

Heivly is one of the leading experts in how to turn an idea into a multimillion dollar business. Chris – dubbed “The Startup Whisperer’ has worked with hundreds of startups, led accelerator programs, and co-founded Mapquest. He is currently the SVP of Ecosystem Development at TechStars.

In the first session, Chris will help new founders who have an idea but aren’t sure what to do next. This is ideal for first time entrepreneurs seeking an ‘on ramp’ to instruction and time with peers.

“We’ll open the evening on Dec. 9 with a dinner to provide time to get to know your cohort, followed by a full day of in-person instruction on Dec. 19,” notes AU.

Masks, socially distancing, and CDC protocols will be followed.

Tickets include Chris Heivly’s Build the Fort book & some AU swag.

Spots are limited.