Founder Site Visit Report

Welcome, Future Founder!

Today, you're stepping into the role of a future founder, business consultant, and community leader. Every successful entrepreneur knows that great opportunities begin with observation, curiosity, and asking the right questions. As you explore Sycamore & Oak, don't just look at the buildings—study how the businesses operate, how customers interact with the space, and how the development creates opportunities for shopping, dining, entertainment, and community engagement.

Your mission is to complete a professional Site Visit Report by collecting key information, documenting your observations, and identifying potential business opportunities. Think critically about how your own hustle could fit into this ecosystem. Could you host an event, sell a product, offer a service, or collaborate with an existing business? By the end of today's experience, you'll have a stronger understanding of what it takes to build partnerships, recognize opportunities, and position your business for future success in a thriving commercial community.

Take your time, answer thoughtfully, and show us why your hustle deserves to stand out!

Let's WORK!

Site Visit Report Simulation: Sycamore & Oak

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First name

Last name

Business (or Hustle) Name

What is the mission or vision of Sycamore & Oak?

What is the official website for Sycamore & Oak?

What is the square footage of the Sycamore & Oak development?

Social media handles

Who is your primary point of contact during today's visit?

Which two retail businesses did you visit? What products or services do they offer?

Which two eateries or food businesses did you visit? What stood out about each one?

Identify one business practice or customer service strategy you observed that you could apply to your own hustle.

What partnership, event, pop-up, or activation could your business realistically bring to Sycamore & Oak?

Describe how you envision your hustle doing business with Sycamore & Oak over the next three years. What value would your business bring, and what would success look like?

Before you click Submit, please confirm:

I answered every required question.

I checked my spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

I certify the information provided is accurate

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What Is a Scoring Rubric?

A scoring rubric is a guide that reviewers use to evaluate every application fairly. It explains exactly what they're looking for and how many points each section is worth.

Think of it as your success checklist. Before you submit your application, compare your answers to the rubric to see if you've clearly explained your business idea, your community impact, and why your venture deserves support.

Pro Tip: Great entrepreneurs don't guess what reviewers want—they use the rubric to make their applications stronger before they hit Submit.