Entrepreneurial Needs Survey (2023-2024)
The Advancement Foundation (TAF), and important collaborators including Mountain Gateway Community College, Old Dominion University, Virginia Western Community College-CCT, James Madison University, and many other resource agencies have created this Confidential Entrepreneurial Needs Survey.

The Advancement Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit committed to Business and Community Development. TAF leads highly successful cross-regional efforts to engineer opportunities for business innovation and growth through business development programs, improving access to resources and leveraging industry expertise via mentoring and networking. More than 800 entrepreneurs, over 250 community mentors, 100+ resource partners, and 35+ localities join efforts to effectively provide comprehensive support of business growth and innovation for the entrepreneurs we serve.

The Advancement Foundation’s model effectively engages all stakeholders in helping create vibrant communities through small business development. The model is exciting, collaborative and wildly popular as demonstrated by its rapid spread across the Roanoke Valley, Shenandoah Valley and beyond.

We look forward to helping you advance your business!

Annette Patterson, President, The Advancement Foundation

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Email *
Entrepreneur's First Name *
Entrepreneur's Last Name *
Email Address Confirmation *
Phone Number
Street Address (including Street Number or Apt Number) *
City *
State *
Zip Code *
County/Town/City of Residence *
Name of Business (or Potential Name)
Name(s) of Business Partner(s)
Business Partner(s) Email Address
Are you currently in operation? If so, how long have you been? *
Please indicate the best days and times available to meet
In what County/Town/City is (or will be ) your business located? *
Industry Type *
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What is your level of knowledge about your industry?
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Specify Commodities - if applicable (may select more than one)
Top 3 Needs to advance your business *
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What problem are you solving? *
What key activities do you have to refine proof of concept? *
What is your revenue model (sales vs. cost)?
Who are your customers? *
How will your customers be reached to purchase your product or service? *
What is a customer paying for similar products or services today?
What kind of research would be helpful?
What stage best describes where you are in your business? Check all that apply *
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Rate your level of business knowledge? *
Limited Business Knowledge
Very Business Savvy
If applicable, years of business experience?
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Would you be interested in receiving a mentor? *
If you're interested in receiving a mentor, please select your TOP 3 needs:
If you're interested in having access to our student intern network, please indicate why:
In addition to receiving assistance, do you have any special skills you would be interested in sharing with other entrepreneurs as a mentor or adviser? If yes, please describe the areas of expertise you have. List all:
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