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Invitation to apply for Business Jump Start Program

The Business Jump Start Program is an Ojai Business Builders community project to assist the growth and development of a new or existing business in the Ojai Valley. A full description of the program is provided after the jump.

You are encouraged to apply for this program if: Your business is based in the Ojai Valley and you want help in building your business or creating strategies for better business management.

Program Description:

1. Strategic Planning. You and your business will be supported by the knowledge and resources of Ojai Business Builders. Meet with a core group of successful business owners once a month for three months for brainstorming and planning in the areas of marketing, networking, problem solving, and operations for growing your business.
2. Coaching. Professional coaching sessions to create strategies for success.
3. Financial Consultation. Meet with a financial planner to address this important area of business growth.
4. Internet Strategy. Individual consultation for business building on the web.
5. Free Advertising. Article announcement on OjaiPost.com. Free business profile on OjaiNetwork.com.
6. Stress Management. Reiki/Cranial Sacral session for care of your primary business asset - You.
7. Self Image Enhancement. Moving in Wholeness session for improved self image.
8. OBB Membership. An invitation to join OBB networking group.

How to Apply: One business owner will be selected to participate. To be considered for this business development opportunity or to obtain more information, please send an email to OBB@ojainetwork.com or call Anna at 646-4906. Please provide the following information about you and your business:

1. Name
2. Address
3. Phone number
4. Business name
5. What is your business product or service?
6. Who are your customers or who do you serve?
7. How long have you been in this business?
8. What are the main business challenges or frustrations you are facing?
9. How would you like to grow your business?
10. What else would you like OBB to know about you or your business?

Ojai Business Builders is a diverse group of business owners in the Ojai Valley committed to strengthening the community through networking and outreach. Members meet weekly to inspire one another, share knowledge and resources, brainstorm solutions, and provide assistance to reach personal and professional goals and to offer community service to other businesses in Ojai. OBB is a passionate and cooperative group of entrepreneurs making a difference in the world. It’s members include:

Tyler Suchman, www.tribalcore.com 805-715-9694
Heather McKenzie, www.ojaicolontherapy.com, 805-646-8865
Kathy Hartley, www.lavenderinn.com, 646-6635
Olga Jones, www.ameripriseadvisors.com/olga.r.jones, 805-640-1651
Anna Kotula, www.bodygarage.com, 805-646-4906
Brook Montagna, www.mindfullifecoach.com, 805-640-2445
Carol Lessinger, Moving in Wholeness, 805-640-1383

Posted by Heather McKenzie on October 16, 2006 08:38 PM | | | Invitation to apply for Business Jump Start Program

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