Pitch & Pivot Program
The City of Maple Valley is interested in investing in YOU!
Do you have a business idea? Do you need guidance in next steps to get established? Are you in search of resources to help you get started or financed?
The Economic Development Commission is here to help.
Success Tastes So Good!
Batch 3 Ice Cream – Maple Valley WA
“Brett and I found the Pitch and Pivot experience helpful and enjoyable. It was humbling to have so many intelligent people in the room offering guidance and encouragement to us.
I think the program is such an amazing value that the city provides. I love that Maple Valley is encouraging and supporting new entrepreneurs. Scheduling and the meeting itself was extremely well organized and executed.”
– Angela Thompson
Small Business. SWEET Success!
Lydia’s Cakes and Confections – Maple Valley WA
“I can’t thank the City of Maple Valley enough for putting together the “Pitch & Pivot” panel to help local vendors & entrepreneurs. I as lucky enough to be the first one to come in and discuss any issues I have or any help that I may need with my small business. They took the time to bring in a wide range of panel members from a few customers that know me, business owners that didn’t know me, business teachers from Green River College, board members and successful peer from the cake industry.
By doing this, it allowed my business to be looked at from many directions. I received a lot of guidance on where I should go from here and what I should hold off on for just a little longer. The information I received has helped me prioritize my business and I have already seen an improvement. By doing Pitch & Pivot it has provided me with new contacts that I am able to reach out to whenever I need more guidance. Thank you!!!”
– Lyd
Celebrate Business Growth!
Party Magic – Black Diamond WA
“Pitch and Pivot was such a fabulous experience! From the moment I walked in the door to the moment I left, everyone was so welcoming, supportive and helpful. The board gave me lots to think about and even more encouragement. After our meeting, several members reached out with more advice and a willingness to help me bring my vision to life.
Since Pitch and Pivot, I have changed my company name, re-branded and put my business plan into motion. I’m so thankful to have had to opportunity to present my idea, meet these phenomenal community members and create new connections.
I’m very excited for the future of Party Magic.”
– Jacquelyn Larson
Access & Opportunities with Trusted Partnerships
