LEARN HOW TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Classroom style learning opportunities / led by small business experts Susie Frazier and Lisa Nemeth / with specialists providing timely guidance on 6 subjects / for makers + artists based in Ohio / essential tips for growing a small business / learn about changes to Ohio Food Regulations / proven sales methods that help you sell more products / critical social media mistakes to avoid / best practices for telling anyone about your brand / learn about new sectors like Herbalism.
Sara Morrow is the Food Safety
Supervisor at the Ohio
Department of Agriculture,
responsible for inspecting food
makers. She will explain the
state and federal regulations that
apply to all food makers who operate
out of their homes.
An Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, Fallon Carl RD, REHSIT, will share details about what Cuyahoga County is looking for, from food sellers, at events during their inspections.
An Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, Brooke Lahood RS, REHS, will share details about what the County is looking for, from food sellers, at events during their inspections as well as the difference between temporary and mobile permits.
Recognized as a pioneering artist and entrepreneur with global recognition and feature stories in Psychology Today, USA Today and Business Insider. Susie shares practical, proven advice for artists and makers at any level of their career path. Hear Susie’s 2026 strategies for marketing fine art and handmade products through any popup market or online platform.
Learn which features on your smartphone are the absolute BEST for amping up your brand. Hear Susie Frazier’s analysis of changes she has noticed in Facebook and Instagram’s practices and what seems to be working for many small business brands and individual artists now. Recognize which social media mistakes to avoid + hear proven methods for getting legit media coverage that elevates your business.
What essential steps should all visual artists and makers be taking to promote their business? There are several. Hear how to break free of an aversion to technology tools, so you’re on par with other small business like coffee shops, neighborhood restaurants, and retail boutiques who are already selling to your customers using those same kinds of digital interfaces every day.
"The Art of Sales" takes place on March 3, 2026. This course details the exact steps involved in conducting and closing a sale with a customer anywhere you sell in-person. See how to overcome objections, move your stale inventory, upsell other items from your booth.
"The Money Side of the Business" takes place on March 10, 2026. This course outlines why business banking accounts with merchant services attached do so well. You'll hear top tips for registering your business with the State of Ohio, for paying taxes, and for mitigating risk.
"Roots To Revenue" takes place on April 21, 2026. Get your home business started by growing plants and herbs, making candles, baking pastries and more. Hear from two industry experts on how to launch.
"Herbalism101" takes place on April 28, 2026.
Thinking of adding herbs to your product lineup in some way but not sure how? Learn safety, blends, smells, and more in this unique product specialty class. This is a must take for any soap maker, candle maker, spice maker, and chefs.