Business Planning and Strategy
Developing a clear roadmap for business success, including market analysis, goal setting, and strategic planning.
Financial Analysis
Improving business financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
Operations and Efficiency
Streamlining operations, improving processes, and increasing productivity to drive growth.
People Management
Providing an inclusive and welcoming work environment where employees can bring their authentic selves.
Technical & Regulatory Training
Understanding topics like: Seattle labor standards, utilizing education & outreach, minimum wage laws.
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GSBA Courses and Workshops
Our newest programs are a mix of in person and virtual course and class offerings, where business owners can enroll in free education programs designed to provide necessary skills and needs to run a business. Call our office at (206) 363-9188 or write to [email protected] if you have any questions about these offerings.
Business Accelerator 9 Week Course
This structured multi-week course is designed for existing small businesses or entrepreneurs wanting to start their own business. Business Accelerator is offered as one class per week with the same cohort plus one introduction/orientation session
Business Accelerator – All held in the Spring
Wednesdays
Session: 1:30PM – 3PM
Thursdays
Session 1: 10:30AM – 12PM
Session 2: 1:30PM – 3PM
Session 3: 6:00PM – 7:30PM
Orientation + 8 Modules
Orientation
Module 1: Creating Your Business Plan – Identifying Your Key Motivation and Power
Module 2: Feed the Animal That’s Feeding You – The 50/30/20 Rule
Module 3: How to Prepare for Grants – Do’s and Don’t of Grant Applications
Module 4: Five Key Areas of Risk You Should Know About Your Business
Module 5: What to Know and Say When Approaching Your Banker About an Account or Loan
Module 6: How to Effectively Identify Your Market – Know Your Most Profitable Customer
Module 7: How to Make More Money in Your Business – Managing Cash Flow
Module 8: Presenting the The Seven Components of Your Business Plan
Workshops and Webinars
You can access a library of past workshops for on-demand viewing.
Small Business Resiliency Network
The WA Department of Commerce Small Business Resiliency Network supports small businesses in communities that have been excluded and oppressed. We provide access to economic opportunities, promote wealth-building, and empower businesses. Commerce and SBRN partners share decision-making power and responsibilities in a co-governance relationship to achieve our goals together.
Champions for Small Business
Sponsors
Supporters
"This program was well worth the investment of my time. There were basic and sound principles discussed that I could immediately apply. I especially appreciated the information presented about cash flow management – I now use Toraya’s template and am in better control of my three-year cash flow. Toraya is patient, helpful and a great communicator."
Cheri Johnson, Strategic Wealth Advisors