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allison bishins

I help small business owners find customers, build a support network, and grow their business. My passion for helping women-owned and minority-owned businesses thrive is a through-line for all of my offerings.  My workshops, classes and events focus not just on the day to day aspects of running a business, but on how to create lasting connections within your community. This focus on local not only makes business more connected, more pleasant, but also helps with longevity and fosters a strong local economy.  My philosophy has been honed over twenty years of working in communities, with communities, and for communities.  When businesses grow with a focus on building up the local community, great things happen!

My background is in marketing, community outreach and environmental issues.  I have worked for non-profits (in community relations, membership, writing, editing, environmental and climate policy, land use, transportation policy, and program management), and city and state governments (urban planning).  I have run several small businesses for 13+ years. I have taught thousands of kid, teen, and adult business owners about social media marketing, efficiency, business growth, self awareness, purposeful work, and more!

My business is Tacoma and PNW focused, though my clients are all over the world. Currently, you can access my classes, group trainings, 1:1 sessions, and speaking engagements virtually. I also teach kid business classes on Outschool - whether it’s a one time, semester-long, or 1:1 session, I love helping kids build the business foundation many of us missed out on!

I have a BA in Political Science from UNC Chapel Hill and an MSc in City Design and Social Science from the London School of Economics. You can see a selection of recent trainings I’ve taken, below.

If you are a struggling business and need a full or partial scholarship to access my classes, events, or consulting services - just send me a message! I have space every month for pro bono clients and strive to meet every client where they are able. Scholarships may also be available for my Outschool classes (ages 6-18).

How can I help your business grow, build and connect?

 

Recent trainings completed: