Advanced Manufacturing Accelerator Programs — a nonprofit in collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration dedicated to growing small manufacturers in the U.S.
Transforming America's Underserved Manufacturers into Engines of Growth
AMAP2Growth is a nonprofit dedicated to equipping manufacturers in Opportunity Zones, HUBZones, and the Delta Region with the leadership, systems, and growth strategies they need to compete, create jobs, and strengthen their communities.
A nonprofit in collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration dedicated to growing small manufacturers in the U.S.
Our mission is to remove the barriers that prevent underserved manufacturers from reaching their full potential by providing world-class growth education, executive coaching, and strategic resources that are typically beyond their reach. By helping manufacturers build stronger businesses, we create better jobs, stronger local economies, and more resilient communities—one company, one leader, and one region at a time.
A Comprehensive Framework for Manufacturing Excellence
The Institute operates on three integrated pillars that collectively address the systemic challenges facing underserved manufacturers.
We cultivate the next generation of manufacturing CEOs through intensive executive coaching, peer advisory boards, and strategic planning retreats. Our programs equip owners with the operational acumen to scale beyond the shop floor.
- Executive coaching & mentorship circles
- Strategic planning & financial literacy
- Succession planning for family-owned firms
The 5x Growth
Operating System™
The AMAP2Growth Institute is the nonprofit organization. The 5xGOS™ is the licensed growth framework that powers our flagship Advanced Manufacturing Accelerator Program — delivered over 8 sessions, it walks business owners through 5 Simple Shifts™ that increase revenue, maximize profits, improve efficiency, and enhance innovation.
Created by real-world business owners and entrepreneurs, 5xGOS™ radically simplifies your work life — helping manufacturers scale operations, strengthen leadership capacity, build high-performance teams, and access critical capital.
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Work ON Your Business
The 5xGOS™ Secret Weapon
High-Performance Teams
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Your Entry Point to the Growth Ecosystem
Whether you are a manufacturer seeking growth, a government agency measuring impact, or a corporate partner looking to invest — we have a pathway for you.
For Manufacturers
Qualify for the Advanced Manufacturing Accelerator Program and gain access to the 5xGOS framework, executive mentorship, and workforce resources.
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For Grant Agencies & Donors
Partner with a federally recognized 501(c)(3) that delivers measurable economic impact. Review our audited outcomes and explore co-funding opportunities.
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For Industry Partners
Join our ecosystem of OEMs, technology providers, and supply chain leaders committed to strengthening the American manufacturing base.
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