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I have a passion for helping new startups just getting going as well as established companies looking to change directions. I can help you spark creative ideas and develop an attack plan to get a business off the ground or turn the ship towards better opportunities. I encourage out-of-the-box thinking while always being practical at what's possible to accomplish.

Business Plan development, Market Share Growth, Marketing and Advertising, Overall Financial Management (P&L), Supply Chain and Operational Management, Hiring, Staffing, Scheduling and Partnership Development

I've created 5 profitable businesses in multiple sectors and have made my share of mistakes along the way. I can help you understand the risks of being a small business owner, identify them and find a path forward. I excel at understanding and solving problems. Starting a business is more than opening your doors. You need to consider imaging, staffing, cashflow, your role in the community, competition, market and more. Clear feedback and support.

I spent 6 years working as a venture capitalist at Adams Street Partners where I was focused on funding early-stage startups. After that I spent 4 years starting, operating, and selling my own business (stayoffmap.com). I'm excited to help anyone with questions about business plans, fundraising, product development, digital marketing, or any other areas of the startup process!

You'll find me a compassionate listener of your dreams. I am able to work with early ideation and planning of businesses, identifying areas for go-to-market and growth, creating impactful customer experiences, and improving customer communication operations. I have over 30 years working with B2B, small businesses, ecommerce, and software/technology startups. In addition, I'm actively working and am up-to-date on martech, AI, and communication strategies. I'm also a huge proponent of using community building as a way to grow businesses.

The Treasure Valley SCORE Chapter presents the second webinar in our small business marketing series, Making Sense of Online Marketing.

As a entrepreneur who has started, run and sold multiple businesses over 45 years, I can help you in testing your business idea, including desirability, viability and feasibility.

I can help clients by providing comprehensive support for aspiring entrepreneurs venturing into the business world, guiding them through strategic marketing approaches and effective client acquisition methods. For established businesses seeking growth, I specialize in elevating their presence through tailored strategies encompassing product development, impactful branding, and engaging content across diverse digital and social media platforms.