Utah State University · 1 month ago
Business Advisor
Hurricane, UT
Part-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelUtah State University is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good. They are seeking a part-time Business Advisor who will provide strategic consulting and guidance to early-stage and growing small businesses, focusing on areas such as growth strategy, capital access, and marketing efforts.
Education
Responsibilities
Meet with small business clients (new ventures and existing firms) to assess business needs, review business plans, financials, marketing plans, and market research
Provide one-on-one consulting to clients on a wide range of business issues including startup feasibility, growth strategy, access to capital and funding, marketing strategy, operations/scale planning, succession or exit strategy
Conduct research (industry trends, competitive analysis, market sizing) and help clients translate that research into actionable business strategy and operational plans
Review, critique and assist clients in developing business plans, financial projections, cash-flow statements, budgets, and funding packages
Coach clients through the capital access process: identifying funding sources, preparing pitch materials, advising on debt vs equity, guiding through lender/investor conversations
Lead or co-lead trainings, workshops, webinars or outreach events related to entrepreneurship and small business growth
Engage with the local business community and industry partners to build referral networks, raise awareness of the SBDC services
Track and report on client engagements and outcomes per SBDC program requirements
Maintain a high standard of professionalism, confidentiality, and responsiveness in client engagements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Marketing, Finance or a related field is required
Demonstrated experience either running a small business/entrepreneurial venture or working within economic development with a focus on small business support
Strong competencies in core business areas (e.g., business planning, financial analysis, marketing strategy, operations) and recognized expertise in at least 2–3 of these specialty areas
Experience mentoring, teaching or training individuals or groups
Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills; ability to engage and build rapport with diverse small business clients, from sole proprietors to growing firms
Able to work independently with minimal supervision and manage time effectively within a part-time role
Commitment to the mission of the SBDC and to supporting the growth of small businesses in Utah
Preferred
Demonstrated community involvement (e.g., participation in local business or entrepreneurial organizations, chambers of commerce, mentoring programs or other civic/business engagement) is strongly desired
Company
Utah State University
The mission of the Alumni Association is to enhance the Utah State University experience through lifelong engagement. facebook.
Founded in 1888
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationUtah State Legislature
2022-01-27Grant· $0.24M
2021-11-11Grant
Leadership Team
Michael Torrens
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