Are you considering starting a business but you aren’t sure how to get started?

If this describes you or someone you know we have good news.

MERIT has a class where you can test your business idea in an informal, confidential setting.  Attend a Start Your Business Class in Grand Ronde, Salem, Dallas or McMinnville!

This free one-hour workshop covers the essential information you need in order to take the next step in developing your business concept. Topics include:

• characteristics of successful entrepreneurs,
• assessing the economic feasibility of your business concept,
• how to comply with rules and regulations, and
• how to finance your business.

This free workshop is offered on the second Thursday of the month in three WorkSource Oregon locations and in Grand Ronde!

9:00-10:00 – WorkSource Salem, 605 Cottage St, Salem

10:00-11:00 – Grand Ronde Adult Education Center, 9615 Grand Ronde Rd, Grand Ronde

12:00-1:00  - WorkSource Dallas, 580 Main St. Suite B, Dallas

2:00-3:00   -  WorkSource McMinnville,  370 NE Norton Lane, McMinnville

For more information, contact MERIT at 503.399.5088!

The MERIT program is a part of the Chemeketa Small Business Development Center