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February 2024 by Marissa Lopez
Very informative class??
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February 2024 by Kim Fulghum
Sophia was great and I learned a lot. It was also nice to meet so many new people. I truly enjoyed myself.
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December 2023 by Zybrena Fine Art
The growth and understanding of how to strategize and scale my retail business that I have gained over the past year through We Rise and the Retail Boot Camp is staggering. I’ve learned different ways to think about how customers experience my products, and consequently feel like I have a better grasp on how to strategize moving forward.
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December 2023 by Jenny Robinson
I learned so much that will help me advertise my business better! It was awesome. Sophia helped us all and connected with us individually! Her Business Boot camp was so helpful, and I met others like me that were also working on their business.
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October 2023 by Becky Fawson
They are a great asset in rural AZ! Very knowledgeable and helpful. We are excited to partner with them bringing resources to our community through our young professionals' group and good jobs network.
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September 2023 by MunCheese Cake
I am the owner of Muncheese Cake LLC, a local cheesecake in a jar, Phoenix based business, & part of this huge and awesome community of Local First AZ.Since the begining Local First has been the guidance I was looking for to take my ideas to reality and succes. (Because starting your business can be quit scary, and a kinda lonely path, right??).I´ve recieved support with sooo manyyyyy resources: branding, finding my brand voice & tone, making a business plan, creation of my menu, pricing, retail & wholesale, permits, certification, acces to their community kitchen, networking events, and a HUGE etc... <3I literally don´t know what would i´ve done without Local First guiding my business.Forever greatful & 300% recomended.Looking forward to continue growing together!
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September 2023 by margaret jannuzzi
Last night I and two family members attended an event sponsored by Local First Arizona regarding developing short videos to help promote a business. It was a great experience, simple techniques and all using a cell phone. Instructors were easy to comprehend and so and very encouraging. Great experience.
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August 2023 by William Pottenburgh
Local Firsts commitment to developing sustainable economic and educational opportunities is exceptional. The work their group does is inspiring. It leads me to want more for my community in both a personal and professional manner.Their desire to improve the quality of life in rural areas by supporting young business owners, entrepreneurs, and educational opportunities is unrivaled.Thank you Local First for the work you do to better our communities.
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August 2023 by Sheon Paige (Sheon)
The We Rise program is so awesome. I started the program without a business plan nor pitch deck or business proposition and left out with all of the above plus more! 6 months of learning, networking and gaining new resources. Every single person I’ve met that works for Local First has been so genuine and caring. That speaks volume to the leadership of this amazing establishment. Thank you for having a program like this and thank you for allowing me to be apart of it!! I highly, highly recommend! ? ? ?
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July 2023 by Tyson Erickson
If you're launching a food business, I can't recommend working with Local First AZ enough. They have been an amazing resource every step of the way for our plant based queso business, Plant Beast. From the boot camp to quarterly check-ins with the team, they are there to help you and answer questions to do everything they can to help you be successful.
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June 2023 by DocuMóvil LLC
We are proudly members of Local First Arizona and participants of the 12• generation accelerator program of Fuerza Local. We hope many more can benefit from all the opportunities they share with the community to empower local businesses.
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June 2023 by keosha hooks
Local 1st kitchen incubator program has been very important part of Fresh Peak success. They have provided resources, opportunities and information when ever asked. The team has been great to call on for direction and guidance. They are truly rooting for our success. I definitely recommend them for new food business guidance and support. They have tons of programs to support.
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June 2023 by Kurt yusuf
My business- Cookies, Quiche, and Ice Cream- would not be where it is today were it not for Local First AZ. I have quadrupled my sales and growth thanks to their business support. People like Sonia, Gabe, Tim, Amelia, Leslie and Alejandra are providing invaluable services like marketing assistance, funding help, wholesaling, sales goals, business mixers, and social media help. They are a true Arizona gem and I hope they continue to serve small businesses like mine!
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May 2023 by Yunkin Keophomma
We're proud to say that we've been a member of Local First AZ for a couple of years now, and it's been a great experience. The level of support they provide to us is a true testament to their commitment to the community and their dedication to making a positive impact for businesses. We feel fortunate to be a part of such a caring and supportive organization.
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May 2023 by Trenise Watson
It's been great being apart of Local First AZ. I've had the pleasure of working with wonderful people such as Jeniffer who works in membership and Anita who works in the small business resource department. They have helped me tremendously with getting acquainted with other Local First AZ members, attending events, finding resources, etc. It feels good to be a member of an organization who truly cares about enriching the community.
