Oregon BRC (Business Resource Center)

Ready to jumpstart your entrepreneurial journey? ??♀? The Launch Mid-Valley Startup Weekend Bootcamp is a dynamic three-day experience designed to equip new founders, early-stage entrepreneurs, and aspiring innovators with the tools, connections, and strategies to build and grow successful businesses. From keynote speakers on startup growth and funding to hands-on mentorship sessions, team pitch-building, and networking with Oregon's top business leaders, this event has everything you need to turn ideas into action. Hosted by Launch Mid-Valley and powered by MEDP - McMinnville Economic Development Partnership and SEDCOR, this event is your gateway to collaboration, inspiration, and innovation. ?? Save the Dates: January 31 - February 2, 2025 ?? Location: To be announced soon ?? More info and RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gfhhqT26 ?? Join the Launch Mid-Valley LinkedIn group: https://lnkd.in/gtktZiPf #OregonBusiness #Startups #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSupport #OregonSmallBusiness #PolkCountyOregon #YamhillCounty #MarionCountyOregon

??? Disasters are unpredictable, but critical support shouldn’t be. If your restaurant has been impacted by a natural disaster, severe weather, or major infrastructure failure in the past year, you may qualify for a $10,000 grant through the Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund. Created by DoorDash in partnership with Hello Alice, this fund is here to help small restaurants recover, rebuild, and thrive when they need it most. You qualify if: ? Your restaurant is a brick-and-mortar business in the U.S., D.C., or Puerto Rico. ? You've experienced revenue loss due to a federally declared disaster in the last 12 months. ? You own no more than 3 locations and employ fewer than 50 employees per location. ? Your annual revenue is $3M or less per location. Apply today at https://lnkd.in/ed4CJ39X / the link in our bio and share this post with someone in your network who might qualify. #OregonBusiness #SmallBusinessRelief #RestaurantFunding #DisasterRecovery #DoorDashGrants #SmallBusinessGrants #WilsonvilleOregon #KeizerOregon #SherwoodOregon #NewbergOregon

?? Are you stuck staring at your 2025 marketing plan like a deer in headlights? Oregon Pride in Business - ORPIB is here to help you decode the marketing funnel and plan like a pro. This live virtual event is perfect for Oregon business owners and marketing managers ready to tackle their goals with confidence. Visit https://lnkd.in/gEHiCTmQ to register and see if you qualify for scholarships. Share this event with your network to help other businesses! ??? December 3, 2024, 12PM-1PM ?? Online [Live virtual event] ?? $10 (Scholarships available for businesses in 97070, 97140, 97132, 97137, 97303, 97115) ?? Speaker: Danyel O'Neil (she/her) from Little Bird Media Solutions #OregonBusiness #OregonBiz #OregonNonprofits #OregonSmallBusiness #Marketing #Wilsonville #Keizer #Sherwood #Newberg

?? Xcelerate Women Winter 2025 Peer Mentor Group applications are now open! ?? Sign up today at https://lnkd.in/gKi5Wzng ? Applications close December 6 at 5pm Xcelerate Women supports women business owners in overcoming systemic barriers to business growth and build economic power. Through an inclusive community and gender-competent resources, they empower women to succeed on their own terms and create a more equitable future. Xcelerate’s peer groups offer a space to share successes, collaborate, set goals, and hold each other accountable. With bi-monthly meetings, you'll be supported and inspired by a community that truly understands your business journey. #XcelerateWomen #PeerMentorship #WomenBusinessOwners #BusinessGrowth #WomenEntrepreneurs #WilsonvilleOR #KeizerOR #NewbergOR #SherwoodOR

?? Share this with your favorite small businesses! ?? Each year, we look forward to celebrating Small Business Saturday on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Created by American Express, this day is all about supporting local businesses and highlighting the vital role they play in our communities. We invite you to join our OBRC team on November 30th by shopping small and showing your support for local businesses in Wilsonville, Keizer, Sherwood, Newberg and surrounding areas! #SmallBusinessSaturday #SupportSmallBusiness #KeizerBusiness #WilsonvilleBusiness #NewbergBusiness #SherwoodBusiness #OregonSmallBusiness

In honor of #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, Oregon Business Resource Center is proud to celebrate the Native-owned businesses in our community and across the U.S., recognizing their essential role in supporting local economies and preserving cultural heritage. Here are some of our favorite resources designed to support Native American businesses locally and nationally: ??Northwest Native Chamber - Transforming the economic landscape for Native People in the Northwest. Check out November events at nwnc.org/events ??Oregon Small Business Development Center Network - Offering Native American Small Business Assistance programs ??Affiliated Tribes of NW Indians Economic Development Corp. (ATNIEDC) - Promotion Tribal economic development in the Pacific Northwest ??U.S. Small Business Administration - Learn more about their Office of Native American Affairs at sba.gov/naa You can also stay tuned on our stories this month as we share eve more Native American Heritage Month resources and events. ?? Share this post with your networks to support local Native communities! #SupportNativeBusinesses #NativeOwned #NativeHeritage #Wilsonville #Keizer #Sherwood #Newberg

?? Share this with your favorite businesses! ?? Attention Local Businesses in Sherwood, Tualatin, West Linn & Wilsonville, Oregon! Join the CELEBRATE LOCAL: Shop & Save Holiday Pass and bring more customers through your doors this holiday season! As a participating business, you can offer an exclusive promotion or discount to pass holders, giving shoppers more reasons to choose local. Plus, Chamber members join for free, and non-members pay only $39 to participate. ?? Let's #CelebrateLocal together!? ?? Sign up today at https://lnkd.in/gCZrH-5T #SherwoodOregon #TualatinOregon #WestLinnOregon #WilsonvilleOregon #ShopLocal #OregonBusiness

Happy Veterans Day from the Oregon BRC to all who have served or are currently serving. Thank you for your courage, commitment, and sacrifice! Support a veteran today by sharing this info with them! ?? Veterans: Looking to apply your military experience to entrepreneurship? Warrior Rising’s Veteran Business Accelerator can support your journey and help you build something incredible. Warrior Rising is powered by the U.S. Small Business Administration and is focused on supporting veterans with all the (free) tools they need to turn military experience into a successful business. Their four-step process includes: ?? Warrior Academy?: Apply military skills to business fundamentals. ?? Coaching & Master Classes: Monthly virtual sessions with business experts. ?? Warrior University?: An advanced, eight-week accelerator program. ?? Business Shower: Grants, clients, marketing resources, and mentorship. Since 2015, Warrior Rising has transformed veterans into ""vetrepreneurs"" by offering free resources, strategic mentorship, and an enduring community. Ready to start? Learn more and get started at warriorrising.org/ #VeteransDay #OregonVeterans #Veterans #VeteranBusiness #WilsonvilleOR #KeizerOR #NewbergOR #SherwoodOR"

??? Protect your business in 5 easy steps ??? ?? Repost this post to support small business! Choosing the right small business insurance can be tricky, but it’s crucial for safeguarding your livelihood. Here’s a few simple steps on how to choose small business insurance from CO— by U.S. Chamber of Commerce: ?? Check your requirements: Federal and state laws may require specific coverage. ?? Assess risks: Understand your liabilities and potential losses. ?? Budget for deductibles: Higher deductibles mean lower premiums. ?? Prioritize coverage: Focus on the policies most relevant to your business risks. ?? Seek expert advice: Compare options with help from insurance agents or brokers. Read the full article ? https://lnkd.in/gfWzK8ME #SmallBusinessInsurance #BusinessProtection #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessTips #Insurance101 #SmallBiz #RiskManagement #Entrepreneurship

?? $10,000 small business grants available from Verizon - Learn more below and share this post with your networks. Small businesses, don’t miss this opportunity! Verizon is offering $10,000 grants through their Small Business Digital Ready program, open until December 13, 2024. To qualify, all you have to do is complete two quick courses on their platform. Explore free educational content, videos, and articles crafted by fellow small business owners on topics like managing money, branding, online marketing, website design, cybersecurity, social media, and more. ?? View courses and register at https://lnkd.in/guJh9_vu #SmallBusinessGrants #GrantOpportunity #BusinessGrowth #SmallBusinessGrowth #VSBDR #EntrepreneurLife #Entrepreneur