Survey to Assess Training Options & Business Needs
The City of Franklin and FICDA are conducting this survey of our local businesses to ensure that our training offerings and efforts best align with employer interests and business goals. Please share your company's needs, preferences and experiences by answering the questions on this survey. It will take about 5 minutes to complete. Thank you!
Survey Completed By
First Name
Last Name
Business Name
Type of Business
Please Select
Retail
Manufacturing
Restaurant/Serving
Catering
Service
Non-Profit/Government
Other
How do you prefer to be contacted?
Phone
Email
Email (if preferred)
example@example.com
Phone Number (if preferred)
Please enter a valid phone number.
FINANCE - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Quickbooks Online
Loans 101
Financing Working Capital
Financing Equipment
Understanding Your Business Credit Score
Insurance & Employee Benefits
Managing Debt
Funding Opportunities/Tax Credits/Grants
Topic Not of Interest
Other
SAFETY - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
OSHA Training
CPR
General Safety
Food Safety/SafeServ
Hazardous Materials
Forktruck or Pallet Jack Operator
Fall Protection
Stairways & Ladders
Topic Not of Interest
Aerial/Scissor Lifts
Other
GROWTH & EXPANSION - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Export & Trade Assistance
Government Contracting
New Product Development
Increased Market Share
Strategic Partnerships
Diversification
Acquisition
Physical Growth/Additional Square Footage
Topic Not of Interest
Pricing Strategy
Other
MANUFACTURING - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Clean Manufacturing
Specialized Equipment Training
Robotics/Automation
Supply Chain Management
From B2B to B2C
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing
Reskilling
Reshoring
Topic Not of Interest
Other
HUMAN RESOURCES - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Medical Marijuana
Attracting & Keeping Good Employees
State Mandates on Minimum Wage
Workers Comp
HR for the Non-HR Manager
"Ask HR" Sessions
Supervisor or Manager Training
Topic Not of Interest
Occupational Health & Safety
Other
TECHNOLOGY - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Website Design
eCommerce
Planning & Production Technology (ERP)
Social Media
Cybersecurity
Video Production
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
App Development
Topic Not of Interest
Setting Up YouTube/Podcast
Other
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Digital Marketing & SEO
Public Relations
Marketing Planning
Using Graphics Programs (Canva, Adobe InDesign, etc.)
Branding
Email Platforms
Customer Communication
Brand Loyalty
Topic Not of Interest
Other
CERTIFICATION & LICENSING - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
International Organization for Standardizaiton (ISO)
SAM.gov for Federal Contracting Opportunities
HUBZone
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE)
Women Owned Small Business (WOSB)
COSTARS (Cooperative Purchasing Program for Commonwealth procurement)
Certified Manufacturing Engineering
Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
Certified Production Technician (CPT)
Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT)
HAZMAT
Nadcap
ITAR
Topic Not of Interest
Other
LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Frontline Leader Essential Skills
Effective Communication Skills
Lean Basics
Blueprint Reading
Emotional Intelligence
Time Management
Conflict Resolution
DiSC Self-Assessment
Topic Not of Interest
Managing Diverse Teams
Other
ADDITIONAL ITEMS THAT MAY BE HELPFUL - Please check all that would be beneficial to your business.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Succession Planning
Investment or Support in Tech Start Up or Manufacturer
Developing a Business Strategy
Internships/Apprenticeships
Need Assistance Resolving Business Issues/Struggles
Other
TRANSPORTATION - Is transportation an issue for your employees or a barrier to hire?
Yes
No
If yes, where would you like to see public transportation stops added?
Is there anything else you would like us to know?
Based on the listed opportunities above, how often would you and/or staff be likely to attend?
1-2 times a year or less
3-4 times a year
More than 4 times a year
What is the best time of day for you and/or staff to attend a session or meet with a resource partner?
First thing in the morning
Lunch time
After work
I prefer one time of day for myself and another time for staff
Please list that preference here.
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