Pink & Black Honors Survey
Thank you for taking the time to give your feedback. The information you provide is invaluable to making sure we connect the community with resources to help build, strengthen and continue collaborations.
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
4. How old are you?
Under 18
18 - 25
25 - 45
45 or more
Name of Your Business
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Social Media Handles
1. Prior to this evening, June 22, 2024 had you heard of the Pink & Black Honors Award Gala?
Yes
No
2. How did you learn about the Pink & Black Honors Award Gala?
Please Select
Friend or Relative
Web search engine
Banner Ad
Magazine
E-mail
Pop-up ad
Social Media
Other
3. Did you participate in the nomination process?
Yes
No
3. Did you participate in the voting process?
Yes
No
3. Are you currently an entrepreneur?
Yes
No
What is your business's annual revenue?
undetermined
Less than $25,000
$50,000 - $100,000
$100,000 - $250,000
Other
What type of entrepreneur are you?
Innovator: You focus on creating new products or services and bringing unique ideas to the market.
Hustler: You rely on hard work, persistence, and working long hours to build your business from the ground u
Imitator: You take successful business models or ideas and replicate them, making improvements or local adaptations.
Researcher: You spend a significant amount of time analyzing data, studying the market, and planning before making business decisions.
Buyer: You prefer acquiring existing businesses and scaling them rather than starting from scratch.
Social Entrepreneur: Your primary focus is on creating social or environmental impact through your business ventures
Lifestyle Entrepreneur: You prioritize running a business that supports your desired lifestyle and personal goals, often valuing flexibility and work-life balance over rapid growth.
Serial Entrepreneur: You enjoy starting multiple businesses, often moving from one venture to the next once they are established.
Other
What are the most significant challenges you face as an entrepreneur?
Funding and Capital: Difficulty in securing financing or investment to start or grow the business.
Cash Flow Management: Struggles with managing incoming and outgoing cash to ensure the business remains solvent.
Marketing and Sales: Challenges in effectively promoting products or services and generating consistent sales.
Competition: Facing intense competition from other businesses in the same market.
Hiring and Retaining Talent: Difficulty in finding, hiring, and keeping skilled employees.
Time Management: Balancing various responsibilities and managing time efficiently.
Regulatory Compliance: Navigating legal and regulatory requirements related to the business.
Technological Changes: Keeping up with rapid technological advancements and integrating them into the business.
Scaling the Business: Challenges in expanding operations and scaling the business sustainably.
Work-Life Balance: Maintaining a healthy balance between work commitments and personal life.
Other
What is the primary industry of your business?
How many years has your business been operating?
How many employees do you currently have?
How often do you participate in local business networking events?
Never
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Every Opportunity
Other
Which areas of your business would you like to improve or grow in the next year?
Customer acquisition
Product development
Operational efficiency
Employee skills and training
Digital presence and e-commerce
Other
What types of networking opportunities are you most interested in?
Industry-specific meetups
General business networking
Workshops and seminars
Online networking groups
Other
How do you typically learn about business events and resources in your community?
Social media
Email newsletters
Community bulletin boards
Local business associations
Word of mouth
Other
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college
Associate degree
Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree
Doctorate or professional degree
Other
How satisfied are you with the current level of support and resources available for entrepreneurs in your community?
Dissatisfied
1
2
3
4
Very Satisfied
5
1 is Dissatisfied, 5 is Very Satisfied
What specific improvements would you like to see in the community to better support entrepreneurs?
Can you provide an example of a local resource or program that has been particularly helpful to your business?
Are there any services or programs that you think are missing from the community that would help your business?
What can the Pink and Black Honors Team along with our collaborations do to support entrepreneurs in the city of Cleveland?
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