Wide distribution over the internet • Low
cost, efficient, transparent capital • The «great equalizer «• Media / PR, awareness • Increase customer
engagement and • Evangelize backers into investors (customer acquisition) • Reduce risk by getting feedback on new launches (product or ventures) • Market research Access to Capital Marketing Platform Validation • Raising funds via crowdfunding markets is a very public and transparent • Protect your IP and
speak to a lawyer • Crowdfunding takes a lot
of effort and commitment • The majority
of Ideas fail to reach their funding goal • How will this affect your companies brand?
As well, there are lots
of creative ways to engage with pd on a shoestring — getting a discount on attendance for volunteer work or
speaking engagements, attending virtual events or free / low
cost unconferences, auditing courses.
Office Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Manage office operations for a variety
of businesses and not for profit institutions Serve as trusted advisor to senior leadership and member
of various advisory committees Train and supervise large staffs ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to corporate protocols Build and strengthen professional relationships with clients, partners, vendors, and senior leadership Set and strictly enforce departmental budgets and project timelines ensuring efficient operations Create and oversee various fundraisers including all logistics, staffing, and marketing Design and implement employee development curriculum enhancing team morale and skill sets Perform human resource functions including recruitment, discipline, termination, and benefit administration Represent the company at public
speaking engagements building community respect and goodwill Responsible for material procurement valued in excess
of $ 10 million and an additional $ 20 million in inventory Reduce yearly operational
costs by more than $ 1 million through effective management techniques Negotiate and administer contracts with vendors and partners ensuring favorable and profitable conditions Oversee all corporate hardware and software purchases, database management, and other IT functions Assist with marketing, sales, and customer service initiatives resulting in significant revenue gains Maintained accurate and secure client records, sales reports, and other pertinent data Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity