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advice is critical to the development of a business. An
entrepreneur is typically an expert on what the business does
but does not have expert knowledge on all aspects of running a
business. In order to grow to the next level, a business owner
must be willing to expand their knowledge, try new ideas and be
willing to change.The Advisory Board Council program, funded
by the Orange County Government, acts a matchmaker between
established businesses and area professionals to create
personalized advisory boards. The program is offered to
businesses at no cost who have at least two years experience,
$500k in revenue, and eight employees or more.
Areas of Expertise
Area professionals who volunteer their expertise as members
of an advisory board offer expertise in accounting, banking,
finance, law, marketing, sales, strategic planning, human
resources, and technology.
How the Program Works
Business owners who qualify for the program will meet with
every assigned board member individually once the board members
are determined. For one year, you and your assigned board will
work on critical issues facing your business. Meetings are held
every two to three months with individual advisor contact
between meetings.
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Submitting an Application
Applications are available on-line at
www.advisoryboardcouncil.com or call
407.420.4850. Once an application is received, an
"intake" interview will be scheduled to determine your
businesses needs.
Questions
If you have any questions regarding the Advisory Board
Council program, how to become a volunteer advisor or how to get
your business started email
manager@advisoryboardcouncil.com or call
407-420-4850. For more information regarding the Advisory
Board Council, visit our website at
www.advisoryboardcouncil.com. | 
