Many times, your website is the place where a relationship with a customer begins. If they have an experience on your website that is clear, memorable, and helpful, they are much more likely to take the next step with you. Learn what it takes to build such a website from the experts.

Delivered by the founders of a successful brand and web design studio, this two-hour webinar will spill all the simple yet powerful ways that you (yes, you!) can build a beautiful website for your business. You’ll learn the basics of web design and messaging, and get guidance for which DIY platform is right for your business.

In light of the challenges COVID-19 has presented to business owners this year from operating their businesses in-person, it’s more important than ever to have a web presence.

We’ll cover the following:

Website basics – Why your website matters, and how to make it work for you

Choosing the right platform for building a website without needing to know how to code

eCommerce and Payment options

When you should consider hiring someone to help, and what to look for

This course is designed for business recovery and building. Develop, Start, and Grow your business with confidence.
Are you uncertain about how to develop, start and grow your business during the current economic climate? At the same time do you feel overwhelmed AND excited about your new business?
Business Builders gives you the training, resources and support you need to develop, start and grow a business towards adaptability, resilience, and profitability. Need more information? Sign up using the form on this page to schedule a guided interview for the program.
Through the 10 week program, you will:
Learn how to develop a business model able to innovate and adapt during changing economic conditions
Network with other small business owners and learn solutions to navigating these times
Hear from experts to ensure your company is compliant
Ensure consideration of safety measures for your staff, customers and community are in place
Gain clarity about your business within current market conditions
Learn how to work on your business in an efficient manner
Work and plan one-on-one with a business advisor
Learn from subject-matter experts

Each week we’ll bring in subject-matter experts to teach on important areas. Sessions meet weekly for 10-weeks and are 3-hours long. Business Builders is more than just a class. It includes:
-Group learning and networking to discuss challenges, exchange resources, and find solutions with peers
-30 hours of classroom business education with 10 weekly, 3-hour sessions taught by subject-matter experts. Subjects include:

Defining mission, vision, goals
The Business Model Canvas
The Pillars of Marketing
Building Your Brand
Marketing in the age of COVID-19
Understanding Legal Concepts
Bookkeeping and Finance
Pricing is an Art
E-Commerce Sales: Virtual Business Model
Financing Your Business

no cost one-on-one forcused advising sessions during the 10-month period following Business Builders
-Access to specialty business advisors with a wide range of expertise

The Sherwood Chamber of Commerce and the City of Sherwood welcome residents from all over the region to join us in a virtual educational series for entrepreneurs and existing and start-up small businesses.

August 20th session: Partnering for Business Success: How to make the most of relationships with key advisors —

Building upon the idea that a business is better positioned for long-term success with the right partners on board, this panel brings together three professionals—an accountant, an attorney and a business banker. They’ll discuss their roles and collaboration as external experts helping business clients achieve their goals. In an open dialog, the three panelists will cover best practices, considerations when selecting outside experts and why it’s important to have a team of trusted professionals supporting your company’s profitability and long-term success.

There is no cost to participate. Thank you to Banner Bank and a grant from Metro’s Community Enhancement Program for making this educational series possible.

Register now to receive connection details.

ABOUT THE AWARDS
Hosted by the Female Founders Alliance, the Champion Awards recognize people and organizations that champion equity and diverse leadership across workplaces. Awardees are nominated and voted on by thousands of professional women across sectors and geographies.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE
Individuals, companies and organizations in the United States are eligible to be nominated in the different categories. You do not need to be affiliated with the Female Founders Alliance. Nominations on behalf of others and self-nominations are equally considered.

SELECTION PROCESS
Nominations are accepted in a 2-week period in June. All nominations are then reviewed by members of the Champion Committee. Five finalists are selected in each category and notified. The public can then vote for winners in each category in July. Winners are announced via a virtual gala held on August 20th, followed by a press release. All nominees are notified.

HISTORY OF THE AWARDS
The Champion Awards were born two years ago on the heels of our current President’s first year in office; a scary, uncertain, divided time in our nation. Our goal was to celebrate the good in the face of all that was terrifying; to shine a light on the heroes who unite us, who champion others, who move us forward. The Champion Awards were born in the Pacific Northwest tech community and are now open to all sectors and geographies.
Today we face a very real fight against systemic racism in the backdrop of a rapidly escalating global pandemic. Our lives are disrupted because people’s lives are at stake. More than ever before, fear and uncertainty rule the day. And in the face of all this fear, we believe that there has never been a more important time to celebrate the good.
That is why it is with great pride and excitement that we announce the 2020 Champion Awards, to be held virtually on August 20th, 2020. Nominations across all categories are now open.
We invite every single person to submit a nomination no matter where you are, to celebrate their own efforts and others. We also added an award category for local heroes in every hub where the Female Founders Alliance has a core community. We are all hungry to recognize the good in others, to parlay the championship we’ve received into bigger and better outcomes for more than just ourselves. Championship is compounding. It’s how we change the world. It’s what we need today.

This course is designed for business recovery and building. Develop, Start, and Grow your business with confidence.
Are you uncertain about how to develop, start and grow your business during the current economic climate? At the same time do you feel overwhelmed AND excited about your new business?
Business Builders gives you the training, resources and support you need to develop, start and grow a business towards adaptability, resilience, and profitability. Need more information? Sign up using the form on this page to schedule a guided interview for the program.
Through the 10 week program, you will:
Learn how to develop a business model able to innovate and adapt during changing economic conditions
Network with other small business owners and learn solutions to navigating these times
Hear from experts to ensure your company is compliant
Ensure consideration of safety measures for your staff, customers and community are in place
Gain clarity about your business within current market conditions
Learn how to work on your business in an efficient manner
Work and plan one-on-one with a business advisor
Learn from subject-matter experts

Each week we’ll bring in subject-matter experts to teach on important areas. Sessions meet weekly for 10-weeks and are 3-hours long. Business Builders is more than just a class. It includes:
-Group learning and networking to discuss challenges, exchange resources, and find solutions with peers
-30 hours of classroom business education with 10 weekly, 3-hour sessions taught by subject-matter experts. Subjects include:

Defining mission, vision, goals
The Business Model Canvas
The Pillars of Marketing
Building Your Brand
Marketing in the age of COVID-19
Understanding Legal Concepts
Bookkeeping and Finance
Pricing is an Art
E-Commerce Sales: Virtual Business Model
Financing Your Business

no cost one-on-one forcused advising sessions during the 10-month period following Business Builders
-Access to specialty business advisors with a wide range of expertise