Advising
Person-centered and individualized one-on-one advising is the heart and soul of CIE. Experienced local business advisors meet participants where they are to address their specific opportunities, challenges and ideas for building business that is ready to grow. Assistance might include helping a client write a business plan, apply for a loan, develop marketing strategies, or set up systems to manage business operations.
Startup Business Advising
Graduates of our Start Simple Business Course qualify for ongoing one-on-one counseling with one of our Business Advisors. Your Business Advisor will help you validate a customer-driven business model, get your new business launched, and build a business foundation ready to maximize profits and generate wealth for you and your community. To get started, sign up for the Start Simple Course.
Resiliency Business Advising
If you are already in business, sign up for our Resiliency Assessment. Using our Resiliency Checklist, we can help you determine whether you have all the ingredients in place to support the growth and resiliency of your business. Working with your Business Advisor, you can identify the areas that require further attention and explore strategies to address issues, strengthen your business, and get your business ready to go to the next level.
Ready to Hire Advising
If you’re considering bringing on new workers to help your business grow, watch our Ready to Hire Primers. They will give you a quick overview of the rules and regulations for hiring employees, treating them well (wage and hours), and keeping them safe (workplace safety and workers’ compensation).
Our Business Advisers
Victor Ponce
North Cascades Program Manager
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Cinthya Montero
Columbia Basin Business Advisor
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Micah Jonet
North Peninsula Program Manager
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Devin González
North Peninsula Business Advisor
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