Women entrepreneurs are invited to attend the San Juan County Economic Development Council’s Women’s Business Boot Camp, a half-day workshop specifically designed to tune up existing businesses and to start new ones, on January 19th on Orcas Island. Participants will learn how to write or revamp a business plan, find funding, learn about marketing and networking, learn about government programs and much more.

The workshop features speakers from the Small Business Administration (SBA), the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries and the EDC. Instructors will bring presentations and materials specifically designed to help women entrepreneurs grow their businesses and to find funding specifically for women-owned businesses. This workshop will provide participants with a clear and practical knowledge to battle difficult business challenges, making their businesses stronger.

Details: Orcas Island, Thursday, January 19th from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Eastsound. Space is limited and reservations are required; please reserve seats early to ensure availability. The cost is $40 which includes tuition, materials, lunch and refreshments. For tickets, visit www.sanjuansedc.org/bootcamp. For questions: (360) 378-2906 or info@sanjuansedc.org.

The EDC thanks Emmanuel Episcopal Church for providing the venue, and Islanders Bank, Heritage Bank, San Juan County government, the Town of Friday Harbor, and the Ports of Friday Harbor and Lopez for their support of the EDC’s programs.

The EDC strives to strengthen and diversify the economy of San Juan County. We believe a strong economy builds a strong community. The EDC works to build an environment that helps business owners create jobs. We serve business: linking organizations and resources, providing valuable information, rendering assistance and advocating for an improved island business environment.