Guest Post from Hope Tinney with the Small Business Development Centers Torklift International, an industry leader in after-market upgrades and accessories for truck campers, caravans and other recreational vehicles, has been selling its made-in-Washington products to camping enthusiasts around the world for decades. For the most part, though, international customers were going online or working […]
The five Small Business Development Center advisors below recently completed their certifications, a requirement to ensure the advisors are well-prepared to engage with clients and the local business community. The certification takes six months and includes an assessment of 12 areas of technical skills, along with a variety of soft skills.
“I couldn’t hire enough people to do what Business Growth MAP has done for me. Hands-down, it’s one of the best things I’ve done since I opened.” – Bonnie Brasure Owner, Bleu Door Bakery Bonnie Brasure represents one of the 145 organizations and entrepreneurs who have received free business consulting services from students in WSU Vancouver’s Business […]
When Debra and Monica heard their names called from the podium, they jumped up from the table, hugged each other, and joined in some hearty “Go Cougs” started by their colleagues. WSU scores at #UEDASummit! pic.twitter.com/pWc4vTAL1t — Michael Ebinger (@MichaelEbinger) September 30, 2015
One of Bob Stevens’ favorite things about owning a business is helping high school students through their first job interviews. “They are scared, but rapt with attention,” said Stevens, who owns and founded Northwest Applied Marine in Chewelah, Wash. “You can see that they really want to learn something.” In 10-years as a resident of […]