Institute for Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurial Education Partner
Two alumni connected with the class and shared how they've continued to operate the business they had in the class. Mitch Helmbrecht operates Mitch's Mow & Snow and discussed referrals, insurance, motivation and the billing software Jobber. Connor Jarland operates Mr. Flip Gadgets and discussed adding value at a low cost, branding, selling on Amazon and product close-out. Fritz Budig with Grindstone Construction hosted the class and shared insight on finding a niche, follow-up, balancing your income and writing a business plan. Finally, students spent a morning in Delano and visited Mark Foster (Foster Bros. Marine), Shawn Lynch (All Seasons Sports) and Linda Gendron (The Book Nook). Take-aways included marketing objectives, equity buying groups, being passionate about the business, limited growth, supply chain, having a thick skin and industry connections. Thank you to all for helping educate our future entrepreneurs!
