We help part time and newly full time construction + design entrepreneurs create educational initiatives while building a powerful social impact personal brand.
In the Institute you will experience business coaching and education that will guide you to better structure your day to day business operations, boost your income, refine your brand message, enhance your visibility in your industry, position yourself for speaking opportunities and strengthen your skills and confidence as a business leader.
The Coaches
Coach Carmen, MSW
Coach Carmen, Chief Coach and Founder of Mission Accomplished Transition Services, is a powerhouse award-winning social impact entrepeneur with over 15 years of experience developing well-organized day-to-day business operations, designing results driven educational initiatives and developing high performing teams. Her guidance has led to significant increases in productivity, funding and sales while reducing stress. Under Coach Carmen’s leadership, Mission Accomplished has concentrated its efforts on supporting those involved in or exploring careers in the creative trades, including fashion, construction, interior decorating, and mural painting. These professions play a crucial role in shaping the infastructure and people of our communities and allow individuals to express their creative talents, promoting positive engagement among community members.
Kierra Jones
Kierra Jones, is the owner and Brand Consultant + Mindset Coach of Kierra Jones International, Speaker, and Amazon Best-Selling Author. Over the last 10 years, she has worked with hundreds of coaches, consultants, speakers, and entrepreneurs, helping them elevate how they package and position their expertise and services so they shine more powerfully and profitably in their genius and create the life and business they love. She is known as “The Client Whisperer” and “The Human ChatGPT” for her expertise in crafting messaging that connects and converts. Kierra’s clients have seen remarkable growth, doubling their audiences, engagement, and visibility, while 2-10x’ing their conversions and sales in just 3-12 weeks.
“When I entered the Construction + Design Institute my problem was that I was depending exclusively on applying for grants to finance my dream of building a co-housing community. The coaches helped me identify a source of income in the meantime – we were relying heavily on securing a grant and the kindness of investors, but not really doing the work to show that we are deserving of being invested in. The workshops not only provide an opportunity for income, but also for recruiting for our survey, focus groups and, most importantly, members. It also helps us to begin meeting the educational component of our mission.”
Chris, Rising Property Developer + Cooperative Economics Educator, Co-Founder Kuumba Collaborative
Photo Credit: Janine Mainville
Institute Details
This Institute is for established badass construction, interior decorating and mural entrepreneurs on a mission to make an impact in your induatry. During your time with us a team of industry professionals will help you enhance your knowledge and confidence with managing day to day operations of your services, personal brand and educational initiative(s). We make a commitment to customizing the learning experience to your business and personal development needs. . We make a commitment to customizing the learning experience to your business and personal development needs. Doing so ensures we are not applying a cookie cutter approach but an approach the meets the needs of the student entrepreneurs enrolled in the program.
We accept up to 4 construction + design entrepreneurs serious about advancing their career and growing their small business. We invite individuals who are coachable, embrace honest feedback and desire to improve while bringing their career AND business to the next level.
You will focus your attention on:
- Enhancing your personal brand and influence as an industry specialist
- Developing educational initiatives (workshops, courses, trainings, etc.) that allow you to share your skills and expertise
- Better organizing your business operations (financial documents, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and more)
- Creating content that speaks to your ideal audience
- Pitching your business to your ideal individual client (B2C) and corporate audience (B2B)
You will work alongside mentors and coaches to help with development and implementation of a custom action plan that includes your goals, actions steps and resources you need to be successful.
At the end of the transformational 18 month learning experience, we will celebrate and showcase your success at the Construction + Design Showcase, an event open to the public and attended by industry professionals, family and friends.
This Institute is for You If ….
Institute Phases
Part I, PHASE 1: Mindset + Personal Development
You will address negative thoughts and unproductive patterns that prevent you from pursuing ACHIEVING your goals THEN set the foundation for a successful, transformational 18 month learning experience. This phase kicks off with an immersive retreat.
Part I, PHASE 2: Customer/Client Clarification
You will clarify who their ideal customer/client is so you can create marketing content that converts into sales.
Middle Managers: The company leadership team is your ideal client!
PHASE 3: Marketing, Brand Development + Content Creation
You will further develop your personal and company brand message and identity while creating marketing content that sells. The coaches and marketing pros will help you develop content that talks to your ideal client and converts sales!
“Mission Accomplished Transition Services is a blessing in disguise. By my involvement with Mission Accomplished and being in the Electrician’s Union, they were able to vet me out of the work list to land me a job within the community I live, which I thought is astonishing in all aspects. So I say stick with the process! The organization works around the clock to ensure that the community is not being overlooked and putting people on the right arena so they explore the endless possibilities of having a career in the construction industry. It was pleasure working with them.”
Andre, Electrician
Photo Credit: Coach Carmen
PHASE 4: Team Development
Having a solid team of people who help you meet and exceed your goals is CRITICAL to your success. You will gain clarity and develop a plan to build an irreplaceable team that help you achieve your goals, remain accountable for your vision and be able to complete the tasks you cannot.
PHASE 5: Visual + Verbal Communications
Visual and verbal communication stand out as two distinct, interconnected means of expression. As a growing industry thought leader it is critical you confidently express your thoughts and ideas to connect with others on a deeper level. You will enhance your ability to articulate your message in a way that drives people to take action.
PHASE 6: Financial Management + Sales
Understanding your business finances will empower you to grow your revenue. You will enhance your confidence and ability to create financial documents that will help you understand the value of your services and/or true cost of production so you’re not short changing yourself and business.
“During my time at the Construction + Design Institute, I found my voice and gained more confidence. The encouragement to lead more face-to-face interviews allowed me to express my brand identity beyond words on paper. I now have a clearer understanding of what the Albany Rock Project represents, and I feel much more assured in my vision. I also really appreciate my mentors for encouraging me to pursue that WMHT interview, especially Peter. It was precisely what I needed! I required that push to realize it’s not as daunting as it seems. I just needed to share what I already know.”
Coach Bree, Urban Rock Muralist + Arts Educator, Founder of The Albany Rock Project
Photo Credit: Andrew Elder, Best Frame Forward
PHASE 7: Public Speaking + Networking
Getting comfortable motivating groups of people to take action will bring you far. You will be put in poisition to showcase your confidence to market your expertise, products and/or services. You will bring the skills you learn during the Visual and Verbal Communication phase into real life.
PHASE 8: Accountability Mentorship
You will be paired with an accountability mentor to assure you continue to implement action steps related to the next level goals you established for yourself.
PHASE 9: Celebrate at the Showcase
After 18 months of hard work and dedication it is time to showcase your work. YOU are worth the celebration!
We will host a public showcase that creates a platform for you to pitch your brand to industry pros and community members seeking to support your journey.
Structure + Process
Institute Structure
Dates: February 2025 – August 2026; this is an 18 month program
Part I: 5 In Person Immersive Retreats
- 4 Immersive Retreats – 3 nights/4 days focused on career + business education
- 1 Industry Tour in Philadelphia
- Monthly coaching calls and coworking sessions in between retreats
4 1:1 Coaching calls with Coaches to prepare for Q1-Q4
Part II: Accountable Mentorship + Showcase
Application Process
Applications accepted October – December
Interviews conducted November and December
The Advanced Construction + Design Institute creates a bridge between the world of trades – construction, interior decorating and mural painting. This program seeks to cultivate respect for all trades while providing an opportunity for ambitious, community minded entrepreneurs to benefit from the expertise of industry specialists and each other’s through education and collaboration.
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– Roderick, Institute participant
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– Lina, Institute participant
To learn more, use our contact form or reach out at
inquire[at]matransitionservices.org
(518) 207-0209