RISE Program
Free support program for hospitality businesses in Talent, Phoenix, and the surrounding area. Open to hospitality businesses including restaurants, lodging, retail, recreation, and tourism sector. Services include:
Workforce Training for Staff
One-on-one Business Advising
Connections to Lenders & Grants
Training on Website & Marketing
Regional Initiative Supporting Enterprises
How to Get Started
Complete the interest form online, or reach out if you have questions or need a paper copy.
RISE is a program of the Talent Business Alliance and the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce in partnership with SOREDI, and funded through the Planning, Infrastructure, and Economic Revitalization (PIER) program. Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) administers the Planning, Infrastructure, and Economic Revitalization (PIER) program with funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help communities recover from the 2020 Labor Day Disasters. The PIER program provides financial support to the eight most affected counties, addressing unmet recovery needs, helping to rebuild infrastructure, and supporting economic revitalization efforts.
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One-on-one Technical Support
With support from Business Oregon, the Talent Business Alliance provides FREE one-on-one technical support to small businesses and emerging entrepreneurs in Talent and Phoenix in the following areas:
Website Support
Social Media Support
Business Building Blocks
Navigation Services
Interested businesses should complete the following interest form to apply!
Website Support
Website Support provides personalized one-on-one assistance to help business owners build, manage, and optimize their website. This includes comprehensive website evaluations, troubleshooting strategies, and hands-on training to navigate and maintain business websites independently. Sessions cover website best practices, technical problem-solving, and customized guidance based on specific business needs. Participants gain the skills and confidence to effectively manage their websites and create a professional digital foundation for their business.
Social Media / Marketing
Social Media / Marketing Consultations empower entrepreneurs to take control of their online presence. This covers social media strategy development, content creation techniques, and platform management fundamentals. Services are tailored to evaluate specific needs and skill levels, from teaching beginners how to capture effective photos and create posts, to developing social media strategies for established businesses. Participants gain the knowledge and confidence to manage their social media independently and build a strong digital presence for their business.
Business Building Blocks
Business Building Blocks Consultations help entrepreneurs strengthen their business foundations and achieve sustainable growth. This individualized service covers essential areas including a Business Foundations Checklist, industry best practices, information about required licenses and certifications, compliance review, and manageable scaling strategies. Tailored guidance helps businesses build solid, sustainable systems that are aligned with their capacity and goals.
Upcoming Business Workshops
Group Workshops
Marketing Like a Pro on a $0 Budget - Wednesday, September 23, 2026 from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Location: Talent Library | Cost: FREE
Register Here
Join the Talent Business Alliance & the Phoenix Oregon Chamber of Commerce for a free marketing best practices workshop for small business owners. This workshop is presented as part of the RISE Program, in partnership with SOREDI, and is funded through generous PIER grant funding. This workshop is facilitated by Danielle Benitez, Executive Director with the Phoenix Oregon Chamber of Commerce.
Registration is required.
Social Media for Business (Beginner & Intermediate)
2-Part Series, October 12 & 13, 2026 from 6 - 7:30 PM
Location: Talent Library | Cost: FREE
Register Here
Social Media / Marketing workshops with Lanessa Pierce of What To Do In Southern Oregon are a hands-on way to get into social media for your business. Bring your phone and come to one or both of these trainings to learn how to get started with social media for your business, or boost the effectiveness of what you already have. This covers social media strategy development, content creation techniques, and platform management, how to capture effective photos and create posts.
Registration is required.
Button Up Your Books
Tuesday, January 5, 2027
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: TBD | Cost: FREE
Registration Coming Soon
Button Up Your Books Taxes Workshop will help business owners be prepared for the filing of their 2026 taxes. Learn to organize your finances and prepare for year-end tax filing. This workshop will cover essential year-end record keeping tasks, important deductions and expenses to review, and strategies for closing out the year in compliance.
Registration is required.