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I have experience both as a successful small business owner and as a consumer products c-suite officer

Fear is the number one thing that holds us back from success and keeps the majority of the working population chained to a job they don’t love. This is what sets entrepreneurs apart. While everyone has fears, it is how you deal with your fear that makes a difference.

As a small business owner, it can be difficult to determine the true potential of an idea when you’re examining its pros and cons within the echo chamber of your own mind.

Track record of innovation, implementation and success across service and product based offerings from localized consumer level firms to Fortune 100 businesses. History of creating differentiated brand image for seemingly commoditized products. Unique skillset encompassing grass-roots to executive level consultative relationship-driven product & transaction based interactions.

My background and experience is with franchise businesses. I have experience with franchisee operational and start up needs, as well as small business operations and human resource management. I have experience developing functional business areas including operations, HR, IT, M&A, local marketing, legal, real estate, development and remodels in growing independent and private equity backed companies.

Mentoring, Research support, Business development

Starting a business in Idaho can be an exhilarating endeavor, brimming with the potential for growth and triumph. However, the process can be intricate, particularly when it comes to dealing with legal and logistical aspects. If you are contemplating embarking on the journey of starting a business in Idaho, here are seven crucial steps to steer you in the right direction. This comprehensive guide will also provide you with the essential resources offered by the State of Idaho to assist you along the way.

Owned a franchise in the health care space. I can help with small business start-ups, either franchisee or on your own. I can help sort out what's needed to start and operate a small business. Market diagnosis, revenue and cost modeling needed for business planning. I can also assist with product / service, marketing, sales and business development.
For businesses in operation for 3 or more years I can help with the challenges of going to the next step in growth. Market opportunity and competitive analysis.

Are you a budding entrepreneur or an established business owner based in the U.S., keen on maximizing your business potential? If the answer is 'yes', SCORE's Treasure Valley mentoring services are here to help you navigate your entrepreneurial journey.