INDUSTRY SPECIFIC support for your businesS

This program is currently full

Need Business support now? We encourage you to meet with a business advisor through Open Business Advising — No application needed!

Know someone who might be interested in Livelihood NW’s business support? Nominate a business and we will reach out to them (and you) to follow up!

Program Details

INDUSTRY SPECIFIC RESOURCES & MENTORSHIP

Calling all contractors and businesses in the trades!

If your business engages in construction or related trades, and you are looking for business support to grow, this program is for you. In addition to industry specific resources, you will also work with a professional Business Advisor for a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of your business to overcome challenges and take advantage of opportunities.

Business advisors work on an individual basis with clients in areas such as:

• Business planning and strategy development

• Market research and analysis 

• Accounting system setup and training 

• Human resources support 

• Financial analysis and loan packaging 

• Small business forums and peer networking events

• Resource and referrals to other professional services including legal, credit repair, tax prep, and more

GroundWork for the Trades also includes industry-specific support with:

• Construction project management and reporting

• Construction bidding, sales and software

• Construction estimating

• Navigating contractor and regulatory requirements

• Bonding and access to capital

• Union and workforce requirements

In addition, advisors network clients to a host of beneficial contacts and resources in the Portland metropolitan area.

Eligibility

• Must live or have a business Oregon

  1. Must be ONE or more of the following:

     • BIPOC-owned, or

     • Woman-owned, or

     • Federally or State Certified as:

       • Service-Disabled Veteran-owned, or

       • Disadvantaged Business, or

       • Emerging Small Business

  2. Must be a construction or related trade business

For further inquiry regarding eligibility, please email us or contact us.

COST

This is a FREE program thanks to our sponsors.

How is this Free?

In collaboration with various community partnerships, and supported by program grants and giving, Livelihood NW offers a variety of free and low cost programs. Learn more about our program sponsors and partners.