All informational links related to the Business Retreat for Beekeepers can be found here.
General retreat info: https://mailchi.mp/ef97663d6593/retreat-info
The retreat magazine with info on lodging and FAQ’s. Ignore the $40 overnight fee – a grant will cover this for you! https://juliecache.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/biz-retreat-red-size.pdf
When you are ready to commit, sign here and I’ll send a payment link within 48 hours: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5kBgOt8cUu193IJtRF1_y3bwe6P2oCdzK9RR_UHyIQ51WyQ/viewform
Agenda
Friday, April 4. Optional Overnight with honey sampling
Saturday, April 5.
- Breakfast
- 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Professional Headshots Session concurrent with Google My Business Workshop
- Hands-on assistance to create or enhance online presence and visibility.
- 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM: Presentation: Business Plan Creation by ISUEx
- An in-depth session on developing effective business plans.
- Key topics: market analysis, financial projections, and strategic planning.
- 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM: Presentation: Business Plans Part 2 – Beyond the Plan by ISUEx
- Discussion on steps following the creation of a business plan.
- Focus areas: implementation strategies, monitoring progress, and adapting to changes.
- 10:45 AM – 11:00 AM: Break to refresh and network.
- 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Presentation: Marketing and Pricing Strategies by ISUEx
- Insights into effective marketing techniques and pricing models.
- Key points: target audience identification, value proposition, and competitive pricing.
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch from Main Street Cafe
- 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM: Presentation: Cottage Foods by ISUEx
- An overview of the cottage food industry and how to navigate it.
- Discussion points: regulations, best practices, and market opportunities.
- Break until panelists arrive at 3 PM
- 3:00 PM Panel with 3 honey producers serving different markets
- 6:00 PM Dinner at Smokey D’s
- 7:30 PM Insurance talk
Sunday, April 6
- Breakfast
- 10:30 AM Checkout of AirBnb
- 11:00 AM Optional field trip to shared rental kitchen
To register, click here. You will receive a payment link within 48 hours to complete your registration.
