Small Business
Pandemic Leads to Entrepreneurship
Pandemic Leads to Entrepreneurship If you’re looking around at recent Greater Vancouver Chamber’s events, there may be some new business owners’ faces around the room. It’s simply another part of the post-pandemic “new normal” – the number of people who quit their 9-to-5 jobs to pursue a passion and start their own business. Many Washingtonians who left…
Read MoreGreater Vancouver Chamber Launches the Business POD
Greater Vancouver Chamber Launches the Business POD GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER LAUNCHES THE BUSINESS POD TO EMPOWER ENTREPRENEURS AND SMALL BUSINESSES This program is designed to lead entrepreneurs, at no cost, to success through education, individual consultations, and cohort mentoring sessions. Vancouver, WA – The Greater Vancouver Chamber (GVC) is proud to introduce the new Business POD…
Read MoreCreating a Post-Covid Business Plan
Creating a Post-Covid Business Plan For many local small businesses, the past year and a half have been one of the unprecedented challenges. With many states lifting Covid restrictions, and the vaccine administered at a fast pace, re-opening is the next thing on the horizon. Business planning can be challenging enough in the best of…
Read MoreHow Local Businesses Can Compete with Amazon
How Local Businesses Can Compete with Amazon Amazon is the largest online store and hosts products from some of the biggest brands in the world. They are also known for large inventories and discounts, so competing based on price can be a tall order for local startups. Interestingly, about 50% of the products you encounter…
Read MoreMarketing Your Business After a Crisis
Marketing Your Business After a Crisis If you are struggling with how to market your business in the current environment of uncertainty, you aren’t alone. Many members want to get the word out that their businesses are once again open for trade. However, some don’t quite know how to advertise without seeming insensitive to the…
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