Better at Business Together Summit

What: A community focused business conference that gets rid of old business conference ways. Imagine a business conference that is fun, e-commerce and tech forward, focused on collaboration, application-based learning, relationship building, and representative of the community we live and work in. 

Why: The annual Oregon Small Business Fair that helped many small business owners ended a few years ago. We saw a need for an event like this but knew it had to be built back up in a different, exciting way. The Rational Unicorn Legal Services Team often asks, "Why not?" So, here we are again, making some stuff happen.

For: New or emerging small businesses owners, artists/entertainers, or nonprofit founders/board members. 

Programming will include:

• Networking coffee and breakfast time before sessions start
• Learning sessions focused on application with scheduled repeats (so you don't miss one and can choose your own adventure) 
• "Inspire Talks" from small business owners
• An intentional and curated experiential trade show where you can meet small business service providers
• Live music
• Food trucks for lunch
• A swag bag of course!

Where: The Factor Building, 226 SE Madison St, Portland OR 97214

When:

• Fri, April 26th (Small Business Spring Mingle kickoff party)
• Sat, April 27th (10am-4pm)
• Sun, April 28th(10am-4pm)

Cost: $100

Sessions will cover:

• How to sell products online on sites like Shopify, Etsy, and Amazon
• How to create a website that looks good and maximizes SEO
• How to balance work and personal life (and have "you time")
• What is a benefit company? Can I become a "business for good?"
• How to identify and communicate your mission and values
• What to know about bookkeeping, budgeting, and cash flow
• What to know about investors, loans, and community crowdfunding
• What to consider when renting a commercial kitchen or building
• And much more!

Be inspired by:

• Mike Bennett
• Elsy Dinvil of Creole Me Up
• Jelana Canfield
• Mark Mohammadpour
• Sarah Shaoul of Small Shops, Big Hearts
• And more!

See latest event updates: https://www.rationalunicornlegalservices.com/better-at-business-together-summit

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Factor Building, 226 Southeast Madison Street, Portland, United States