Tillamook County is nestled between the Oregon Coast Range and the Pacific Ocean. Famous for trees, cheese and the ocean breeze, there is much more to the county’s thriving economy. Tillamook County is a patchwork quilt of many small communities that house hundreds of small businesses – most of which have fewer than five employees. These communities rely on the SBDC to be their go-to resource for access to mostly free services that help their businesses thrive and grow.
The Tillamook SBDC, hosted in Tillamook Bay Community College, serves all variety of businesses, from small commercial fishermen to restaurateurs to manufacturers. The tourism industry is one of our fastest-growing market segment, as the world continues to discover this slice of paradise. We offer free, confidential one-on-one advising for businesses in every phase of development, from a rough idea to a small empire. Our workshops allow clients to interact with each other and explore common areas of need.
We love what we do. All of us have entrepreneurial backgrounds and know the pros and cons of being a business owner. We are here to help you realize your dream, whatever that may be.
Contact us and we will help you unlock your business potential.
Leon Telesmanich
Director, Tillamook Bay SBDC
When you go from working in an institution to starting a small business, it’s exciting that nobody is telling you what to do—but the learning curve is steep. The SBDC gave me the advice, free classes, and market research I needed to start off on the right foot, get clear on my vision, and set specific goals. If you’re considering reaching out to the SBDC, don’t be afraid! Do it!
Our knowledgeable business advisers are experienced in all areas of business. From start-up to scaling and succession planning, the Oregon SBDC is here and ready to assist you.
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