The program, funded by a Community Development Block Grant from the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD), is unique among local business accelerator programs for its focus on the farmer’s market based food industry. Seasoned offers a cohort of entrepreneurs 1:1 business advising and mentorship from consultants with expansive food and beverage industry experience, case management services, linkage to capital and other resources, webinars, and workshops on issues specific to the food and beverage industry.