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marketing Clinic Our team conducts a detailed review of your products, industry, and target customers to develop an effective marketing strategy that supports your goals. We research and help you administer the mix of marketing channels—from digital and social to advertising and PR—that your business can implement, sustain, and, most importantly, measure. Capabilities: Marketing-needs assessment, plan, and strategy Branding and market identity Website design and development support Social media and digital marketing support Content creation Advertising, PR, and communication

Legal Clinic Our legal expertise has deep in roots in Boston and beyond. Our team counsels you on the key legal matters your business must address, including formation, transactions, and contract law. Capabilities: Intellectual property matters (e.g., trademark, copyright, patent, trade secret) IP-related transaction law (e.g., drafting IP contracts, bylaws, nondisclosure agreements) Strategies for identifying and safeguarding potential IP Assistance with regulatory compliance and risk assessment related to trademark matters Legal considerations and options for entity formation (e.g., operating agreements, bylaws)

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Resource Acquisition Clinic Gain both the knowledge and practical tools to access current and future funding opportunities that align perfectly with your business vision. Our team serves in an investment banker capacity, helping your business become funding-ready through a thorough review of your financial position and future capital requirements. We explore diverse funding sources—from grants and loans to venture capital, private equity, government programs, and private investors—matching you with the most appropriate options. Capabilities: Funding requirement assessment Identifying funding options Creating a funding plan and alternative funding options Client funding process guidance Understanding and leveraging banking products Assisting with funding source introductions

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Accounting Clinic We begin by understanding your financial structure and goals, conducting thorough reviews of your financial statement, compliance, and identifying critical opportunities and pain points. Our team assesses your current technology systems and processes, then recommends and implements financial reporting solutions that provide the clarity and insights your business needs to prosper. Capabilities: Accounting and bookkeeping support QuickBooks/financial system setup and support Financial statements and reporting Tax return preparation and compliance support Payroll preparation and compliance support Financial analysis and key performance indicators Budget and forecast modeling

Consulting Clinic Our SEED Scholars work alongside seasoned experts to analyze your specific industry landscape and business stage, delivering nimble growth strategies tailored to your unique needs. Using models, frameworks and methodologies, we help you identify key development areas, explore strategic options, and implement practical solutions that drive sustainable growth. Capabilities: Strategy formation and choices Market research and analysis Competitive and product analysis Operations analysis and process assessment Sales and marketing strategy and process Project management

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SEED’s approach combines the personal attention of a boutique advisory firm with the robust resources of a world-class university. We provide the strategic expertise and technical assistance necessary for your business to flourish.

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Design Clinic Collaborating closely with the marketing clinic, our designers provide expertise in identifying visual opportunities and recommending realistic and actionable solutions, including brand guidelines, client-friendly graphic assets, and standards for visual communications. We also provide a sounding board for new strategies and potential graphic forms that can evolve alongside your business. Capabilities: Visualization of marketing strategy Brand development and logo design Asset management and style guidelines Presentation decks for fundraising Proposals for future brand expansion