BEST Workshop August 4th: Moving the Bottom Line of My Business from Negative to Positive

Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur looking to improve your financial outlook? Join us for the next BEST (Business Enterprise Services & Training) Workshop on Monday, August 4 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Jay County Public Library in Portland, Indiana.

Hosted by the ECI Regional Planning District in partnership with the Innovation Connector, this free event is designed to help you assess the financial health of your business and take steps to move your bottom line from negative to positive.

Why You Should Attend

Led by Ted Baker, Executive Director & CEO of the Innovation Connector, this workshop will guide participants through a business health check and provide actionable strategies to strengthen financial performance:

  • Hands-on diagnostics: Learn to evaluate key financial indicators and pinpoint trouble spots
  • Actionable strategies: Walk away with real-world tactics designed for small businesses
  • Peer insights: Network with fellow local entrepreneurs and learn from shared experiences
  • Zero cost: Completely free—no registration required (but it is recommended!)  Simply arrive and sign in!

Who Should Attend

  • Startup founders

  • Small business owners

  • Entrepreneurs looking to improve financial performance

  • Anyone interested in understanding their business finances better

Workshop Details

Date: Monday, August 4
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Jay County Public Library
315 North Ship Street, Portland, IN 47371
Cost: FREE – no registration required, but it is recommended! 

Register HERE