THE 101 Small Business Workshop Series: Retail Store Management for Small Business Owners
Name:
THE 101 Small Business Workshop Series: Retail Store Management for Small Business Owners
Date:
May 28, 2024
Time:
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM CDT
Registration:
Sorry, public registration for this event has been closed.
Event Description:
This session is designed for owners of small retail stores seeking to enhance their operational efficiency and overall success.
This course delves into the key aspects of retail business such as site selection, inventory management, turnover optimization, and how to make a store more appealing to customers.
Attendees will gain valuable insight into managing fluctuating demand for product.
We will also explore the art of cultivating strong vendor relationships with favorable terms.
Join us to empower your retail business with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a competitive marketplace.
Whether you're a startup or an established entrepreneur, this session will equip you with tools you need to manage your business. Secure your spot now!
This event is the third in a series of THE 101 Small Business Workshops, brought to you in conjunction with THE 101 Retail Incubator Program and through a partnership of the City of Woodstock, the Illinois Small Business Development Center at McHenry County Collge and the Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry. The series is designed to help entrepreneurs successfully establish and grow their businesses.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Mark Piekos is the Manager of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at McHenry County College. Since starting the role in 2021, Mark has advised pre-venture, nascent, established and transitioning business owners in McHenry County with strategic business planning, financial analysis, and access to capital.
Prior to taking the position at MCC, Mark worked in small business operations in the powersports, landscaping and audio production industry. Mark graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies through the Honors College at Western Illinois University. He and his wife Laura live in Woodstock with their two children and dog Arlo.
