Main Street Waterloo
SMALL BUSINESS LAB
ABOUT US
Main Street Waterloo is a volunteer driven, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the vitality of our City Center through historic preservation, economic development and community engagement.
One area of our work is Economic Vitality. This council works to strengthen businesses through seminars, consultant visits, recruit new businesses to fill gaps in the market, find economic uses for traditional spaces, and promote downtown as a great place to do business.
These services are available thanks to a partnership with the Rural Ideas Network, a national nonprofit that helps spark growth in rural communities.
TOOLS & RESOURCES
We offer these programs & services in partnerships with:
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT COACHING
Ever wish you had an experienced business person to help you think about your business, answer questions, and help you remain accountable to the goals you set? Now you have a whole team of them!
Our 1-on-1 business management coaching helps new and established ventures overcome common growth obstacles, develop effective strategies, identify new income opportunities, and stay focused on success.
PEER LEARNING ROUNDTABLES
Online video discussions that allow you to connect with rural business owners from across the country to talk shop. Each roundtable is facilitated and focuses on topics important to business owners. Learn about new tools, resources, and strategies that are helping other businesses grow, build your professional network, and find inspiration for your next big success.
EXPERT PANEL DISCUSSIONS
Online video discussions to help you learn about key business topics from industry experts. Each panel session gives business owners first-hand opportunities to learn about key business topics from experienced professionals. All panel sessions include a Q&A section so you can get info relevant to you.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Our partner, the Rural Ideas Network, has a growing selection of technical assistance classes that help small business owners manage and grow their business. These experiences are all about "doing" and are built to help the busy business owner get things done quickly and easily. The featured class right now is a 2-day Website Bootcamp.
These services are possible through a partnership with the Rural Ideas Network. Learn about the network here >