While we encourage all our graduates to leverage our extensive list of Certified EAL Facilitators to run their programs, we recognize that our industry is still growing and they may not be available in your area. When I started my program, I was fortunate enough to have friends volunteer to help me run my early programs. It allowed me to grow my business profitably and enabled me to service large teams at a time when I was the only Certified EAL Facilitator in the area. This is critical when in your start-up phase and may be your best option. We support you through those decisions to ensure you can manage the support staff available to you. With our growing alumni base, you will also have access to fellow facilitators who are committed to helping each other grow and ensuring you are running safe and effective programs. It is of course beneficial to have like-minded people supporting you who have the same training and understanding of the program, but it is not a requirement.