“I started small, renting two rooms in a chiropractor's office. It was important to me that the upfront cost was low, and that the environment was comfortable and intimate.” *
- Erin Kosich, FNP
Bravery and grit are critical components of becoming an entrepreneur. And becoming a healthcare professional and entrepreneur demands deep passion and commitment.
“I wanted to create a Direct Primary Care model where we could do things a little differently.”
Cost transparency and the close patient-doctor relationship are among the unique advantages of the model. Additionally, it helps reduce the workload in traditional clinics, improving overall efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Erin is a skilled and passionate practitioner who is now learning how to navigate the world of entrepreneurship. She expresses, “I know how to do medicine, but setting up a business, marketing it, and handling state regulations was entirely new to me”.
This is where echo comes in–
Erin shares, "I took the echo CEO rising courses and not only was the content good, but it was well delivered. I learned the nuts and bolts of how to run a business and it answered a lot of my questions”. The CEO Rising course is offered as part of the 201 For Builders program at echo.
Entrepreneurship is complex but it is certainly not meant to be lonely. echo aims to foster a community for entrepreneurs, providing access to various resources, mentorship, and a close-knit entrepreneurship network. This equips them with all the tools and support they need to succeed.
As Erin continues to grow her business, having a community of entrepreneurs to learn from and lean on is key.
This is why echo is committed to supporting 'entrepreneurs building entrepreneurs’ (ebe).
By supporting echo, you’re investing in the future of entrepreneurs like Erin, who are changing industries and transforming communities. Through echo’s programs, we equip entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and networks they need to succeed. Your contribution will help us continue providing vital support to local entrepreneurs and drive meaningful change in our community and beyond.
Donate to echo today and help us empower the next generation of entrepreneurs who are building solutions for a better tomorrow.
All quotations in this article are pulled from a Zoom interview between Dr Erin Kosich and the author on November 13th, 2024.
Author’s Note:
Ihsan Mohammed is a passionate storyteller and a valued member of echo's marketing team. Currently a junior at Meredith College, she is majoring in interior design with a minor in marketing. Ihsan's professional writing journey began in her senior year of high school when she participated in echo’s teen program, Shiboka 1st Edition. This experience led her to write the articles "They Stole Our Jobs" and "Success in Business," as well as the poem "When the Sun Rises." When she's not designing or working, Ihsan enjoys spending time with her family, sculpting, and exploring nature.