Local Business Profile Survey Question Title * 1. How many employees does your company have? (Required.) Just me 2-4 5-10 11-50 51-100 101+ Question Title * 2. How long has your company been in business? (Required.) Less than 1 year 1-4 years 5-10 years 11-20 years 21+ years Question Title * 3. What is are the biggest challenges currently facing your business? (Select all that apply) Access to capital Hiring and retaining qualified staff Market competition Regulatory compliance Operational costs Other (please specify): ___________________ Question Title * 4. Select a statement that best describes your business (Required.) I want to drive more traffic to my business location I want to build connections and learn from other businesses I want to play an active role in the direction or leadership of my community I want to promote a stronger local economy, community or workforce Question Title * 5. What opportunities do you see for growth in your business? (Select all that apply) Expanding product/service lines Entering new markets Investing in technology Strategic partnerships Workforce development Other (please specify): ___________________ Question Title * 6. What could make the biggest positive difference in your business? (please rank the options below) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Advocacy for economic and business policies N/A 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Recognition for your business' positive impact on the community N/A 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Business promotion opportunities N/A 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Networking events and peer-to-peer connections N/A 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Professional development programs for yourself or your team N/A Question Title * 7. Are you a member of any of the following organizations? (Select all that apply) Local or Regional Chamber of Commerce Industry Association(s) Better Business Bureau (BBB) National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Business Network International (BNI) Rotary International Trade-specific organizations Local Business Improvement District (BID) US Chamber of Commerce Other (please specify) Done