Minding Your Own Business!

What does it take to start and prosper in your own business??? Come share your stories and expertise. Tell us about the possibilities, pitfalls, and personal benefits of being your own boss …

• How did you begin?

• How did you carry on through floods, fires, and family demands?

• What are your best marketing tips?

• How can we, your fellow community members, support you best?

Ruth Swain, Interim SBDC Director, will join us for this unique tea gathering. Ruth is a small business champion and award-winning marketing and design expert. She has supported entrepreneurs and business growth for more than twenty years. Washington Magazine recognized Ruth for outstanding business marketing. She has received more than 20 Awards of Excellence for marketing campaigns, writing, web, television production, print and branding. She holds an international CFRE certification for lifetime achievement in strategic planning, fundraising, and marketing.

Bring:

• A your favorite female business owners

• Your business marketing questions

• Healthy snacks

Upcoming November Tea: “How to stay in your boat during the holidays …when family members are rocking theirs!”

For more Info: Bev Law, 503-695-3552, BevLaw@cascadeaccess.com or Polly Malby, 503-313-4820, Polly@ShadesToRemember.com