— from Victoria Compton, EDC Executive Director —
The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Wednesday, November 18th from 9 a.m. until noon. Advance registration is required.
The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by James McCafferty, of the Economic Development Association of Skagit County, a management consultant for over a decade.
As part of the workshop, McCafferty will cover business financing, discuss a variety of financing options and will provide a reality check for those considering a new or expanded business venture. He will be available for one-on-one consultation after the workshop.
Participants in the workshop will leave with the resources and support they need to create a business plan including a realistic financial plan. In addition, McCafferty will cover current federal and Washington State tax incentive programs for small businesses.
Details: Orcas Island, on Wednesday, November 18th from 9 a.m. until noon at the Orcas Island Library on Rose Street in Eastsound. Advance registration is required; please call 360-378-2906 to reserve your space, or email: info@sanjuansedc.org.
The EDC thanks Islanders Bank, Heritage Bank, San Juan County government, the Town of Friday Harbor, the Ports of Friday Harbor, Lopez and Orcas for supporting our Business Education Series.
The San Juan County Economic Development Council’s Business Education Series was created by the EDC in response to concerns from local business owners and overall increased demand from new businesses. This series will present a variety of business topics designed for both those opening a new business or those wanting to take their business to the next level.
The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) strives to strengthen and diversify the economy of San Juan County. We believe a strong economy builds a strong community. The EDC works to build an environment that helps business owners create jobs. We serve business: linking organizations and resources, providing valuable information, rendering assistance and advocating for an improved island business environment.
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And why isn’t the Orcas Chamber of Commerce providing support and assistance to this program? Helping to strengthen and diversify economic communities is what we need! Maybe they should just change their name to Orcas Island Chamber of Tourism…. Merry