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Business Advisor Trainer

2/28/2025
$100-$200/hour, up to $200,000 over five years
Jefferson County, Washington

Economic Development Council Team Jefferson

The buyer seeks a Business Advisor Trainer to design and deliver a comprehensive training program for new business advisors. The trainer will equip 25 advisors over five years with skills to provide high-quality business advising services in Jefferson and Clallam Counties. The program aims to enhance economic opportunities and resilience in rural and underserved communities. The trainer will conduct seminars, co-advising sessions, and develop curriculum covering various business topics.

  • 2/15/2025 - RFQ Issued
  • 2/28/2025 - Proposal Due Date
  • 3/15/2025 - Selection Announcement
  • 4/1/2025 - Contract Start Date
  • 10/1/2029 - Project Completion
  • Extensive experience in business advising and training delivery
  • Expertise in applied business advising methodologies
  • Ability to instruct and mentor adult learners
  • Advanced financial literacy
  • Deep expertise in organizational systems and leadership
  • Experience facilitating problem-solving organizations
  • Understanding of North Olympic Peninsula business landscape
  • Design and deliver a comprehensive Advisor Training Program
  • Conduct 30 co-advising sessions per cohort
  • Develop training materials including syllabi and digital resources
  • Train 25 new business advisors over five years
  • Teach modules on business development, cash flow, and strategic planning
  • Evaluate trainee performance and provide actionable feedback
  • Track program participation and trainee progress
  • Collaborate with EDC staff to align with grant deliverables
  • Certify trainees who meet program requirements
  • Provide mentorship during real-world advising scenarios