SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

 

ADAPTIVE

Smaller initiatives accommodate evolving circumstances without sacrificing purpose

RESOURCEFUL

Doing what you can now with the resources you have

LOCALIZED

Cultivate local leadership to create value for your citizens

 
 
 

OUR PROCESS

  • Gives you CLARITY about where you stand, compared to your past and your peers

  • Provides a ROAD MAP toward a sustainable local business climate

  • Invests the time necessary to identify practical and effective solutions

Take the Pulse

Interviews with City leaders. Examples may include key city staff, elected officials, the economic development director, and the Chamber of Commerce Director.

Small business interviews. Use a unique approach, focused on better understanding current conditions and assessing assets, gaps, and opportunities.  Structured interviews of 10-12 business owners.

Check the Chart

Historical revenue analysis. Compare numbers and trends to other cities of comparable sizes and settings. Based on five expected value algorithms, compare revenue per capita and confirmed COVID statistics.

Make the Recommendations

City resource allocation framework. Recommend standards for quality recipients of direct and indirect investment. Suggest key local, statewide, or national connections or partnerships. Discuss potential policy changes.

Presentation with key City leaders. Initial data assessment and actionable recommendations. This can be in-person or virtual session, between 1-2 hours.