The Economic and Small Business Development Center is located in the Tillamook Bay Community College central campus in Tillamook. Visit us at:
4301 Third Street
Tillamook, OR 97141
(503) 842-8222 ext. 1420
Regular office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit our Oregon BizCenter web site anytime, day or night, for business resources and the latest information on programs and workshops.
http://www.bizcenter.org/tillamook/
Free business counseling is available by appointment.
Upcoming Workshops
Business Symposium Series: Roundtable Discussion FREE
Thursday 11/17/2011 Noon to 1:30 pm
TBCC Central Campus
This is an opportunity for county businesses to network and brainstorm together about topics that effect their businesses.
To RSVP please call 503-842-7525 or email tillchamber@oregoncoast.com or 503-842-8222 ext.1420 or email lyman@tillamookbay.cc.
Rural Communities Explorer FREE
Tuesday 11/8/2011 10 am to 12 NOON
TBCC Central Campus
Information to help local citizens and policy makers make better decisions about issues including vitality and change in Oregon's rural communities. The Rural Commuinities Explorer provides public online access to social, demographic, economic and environmental information about Oregon's rural counties and places.
For assistance or for more information call Jeff Sherman at 503-842-8222 ext. 1870.
Smart Start Your Business FREE
Thursday 11/10/2011 6-9 pm
Thursday 12/15/2011 6-9 pm
TBCC Central Campus
Choose one of the above dates and pre-register 1- week in advance for this important business primer for entrepreneurs thinking about starting a business. This is the "nuts and bolts" of starting a business. Workshop topics include: Writing a Business Plan, Legal Structure Options, State and Local Rules, Regulations, Marketing, Cash Flow Projections, and Record Keeping. For information or to pre-register call 503-842-8222 ext. 1420 or email lyman@tillamookbay.cc.
GCAP--Securing Government Contracts $20
Wednesday 2/8/2012 9 am--Noon
TBCC Central Campus
A training to assist Oregon small businesses in taking the necessary initial steps to becoming a government contractor or to advance their current potential to compete in the government contracting market. Topics include: The basics of government contracing; Where and how to register; Where and how to find out what the government buys; What the rules are; and How to target agencies in your area.
GCAP--Capability Statement--A Resume for Your Business $10
Wednesday 2/8/2012 1-2:30 pm
TBCC Central Campus
A capability statement is a document designed to serve as a marketing tool for your business. It informs your existing and potential customers of your capabilites and tells your customer: who you are, what you sell, and what specific qualifications you have. Learn how to, write one, and have it reviewed during the class.
Construction Contractor's Board (CCB) Exam Prep Class $350
Friday 2/17/2012 and Saturday 2/18/2012 8 am to 5 pm each day
Room 105, TBCC Central Campus
Maria Van Fleet of Clackamas Community College SBDC teaches this LIVE exam preparation class which includes 16 hours of classroom time, CCB Manual, and provides the information and forms you need to open your own construction business in Oregon. The class also presents the rules and regulations for operating a construction company, and this course satisfies the CCB education requirement for certification to take the CCB exam. Pre-registration is required. Call 503-842-8222 ext. 1420, email lyman@tillamookbay.cc or go to this website http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=fq9skaeab&oeidk=a07e50e9tph27bbbcd8
Additional links for small business information and resources:
THE OREGON ADVANTAGE: A web portal communicating critical information about Oregon's competitive business environment, linked to a searchable database of available certified industrial properties, and an intake form where site selectors can directly communicate with Oregon's national recruitment manager.
http://www.oregon4biz.com/The-Oregon-Advantage/
GROW YOUR BUSINESS: Additional updated content is available under this section that communicates the services and tools available from Business Oregon to help existing Oregon companies grow their business in Oregon.
http://www.oregon4biz.com/Grow-Your-Business/
MORE BUSINESS SUPPORT: A list of organizations at the local, regional, state and federal level that offer economic development resources to Oregon companies.
http://www.oregon4biz.com/More-Business-Support/
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