2025 SMALL BUSINESS TOOLKIT 4 - Flipbook - Page 7
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4. LEVERAGE CORPORATE INITIATIVES
OBJECTIVE: TAP INTO THE PRIVATE SECTOR’S GROWING
COMMITMENTS.
Steps:
1. Research corporations with supplier and small business programs.
Check this resource.
2. Tailor your proposals to highlight how your business supports their
agency goals.
3. Attend private-sector supplier expos and conferences.
Example
Pitch
At [Your Business Name], we’re proud to deliver
[specific service or product] with expertise and
dedication. Partnering with us means building
strong, reliable partnerships and benefiting from
our proven skill set and commitment to quality.
5. BROADEN YOUR REVENUE STREAMS
OBJECTIVE: REDUCE RELIANCE ON PUBLIC-SECTOR
CONTRACTS BY ENTERING NEW MARKETS.
Steps:
1. Explore opportunities in the private sector, such as:
Corporate supplier programs.
Local-focused projects funded by foundations or
nonprofits.
2. Develop new offerings to expand client base.
Example: If your primary work is construction, consider adding
project managing consulting.
Why It Matters: A varied client base provides stability during program or
policy changes.
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