Navigating Growth Together: The Forum’s Conference for Solopreneurs and Small Teams

In the constantly evolving realm of entrepreneurship, growth is the heartbeat that propels us all forward.

For solopreneurs and small business owners, the growth journey can be simultaneously exhilarating and challenging. As circumstances change and businesses reach new stages and plateaus, strategies, and insights are needed to overcome fresh obstacles and challenges. That's where The Forum Growth Conference comes into play!

Hosted by Freedom Makers Virtual Services and co-hosted with Elise Woodworth of Woodworth Enterprises, our exciting event, "Navigating Growth For Solopreneurs and Businesses with Small Teams," promises to be a community-building experience designed to provide valuable insights, foster resource-sharing, and create lasting connections for individuals all traveling separate-but-similar paths to success.
A Gathering of Minds

The Forum Growth Conference aims to bring together a dynamic array of perspectives, experiences, and knowledge to empower solopreneurs and small business owners. Set to take place on Thursday, September 21st, this virtual conference is a unique opportunity for solopreneurs from a variety of industries to gather from the comfort of their own spaces and tap into a wealth of expertise. The event is free and open to the public because it is our vision that all solopreneurs and businesses with small teams should have the opportunity to learn and grow.

Signature Talks: A Journey to Success

The heart of the conference will be our signature talks, each designed to offer a unique perspective on the journey to growth and success. Driven by the passion to empower others, our selected speakers have unique perspectives from their individual experiences within their respective fields. From unlocking the power of incremental progress to transforming money mindsets, harnessing the potential of systems, and cultivating "The Small Perspective" for success, The Forum Growth Conference's talks will provide attendees with actionable insights and strategies to drive their businesses forward.

Dr. Ian Barford: "Incremental Steps To Reach Your Goals"

Dr. Ian Barford's accomplished federal research and development career led him to a transformative realization. Recognizing the challenges small business owners face, he harnessed his expertise to establish ClearlyApps. ClearlyApps aims to help build the future of small businesses through custom app development. With a skilled software development team, ClearlyApps is dedicated to aiding small businesses in achieving their goals, be it scaling, organization, quality growth, or market differentiation. Drawing from firsthand experience and a commitment to meaningful impact, ClearlyApps guarantees results by blending expertise with a keen understanding of the small business landscape.

Ian's talk will be about navigating the challenges of limited resources and fierce competition that all small businesses face. Through incremental steps and a focus on maintaining a quality-growth equilibrium, Ian's philosophy is geared to empower all solopreneurs and small business owners to grow and expand without compromising on quality. His wisdom will inspire Growth Conference attendees to take the consistent steps that will guarantee remarkable success.

Tracy Latona: "Mission and Money Mindsets"

Tracy Latona is the visionary owner of Golden Rose Financial Coaching. As a dedicated veteran's wife, Tracy's mission is to empower those facing financial stress by guiding them toward conquering their money goals. She believes in transforming financial challenges into lasting success. Recognizing that money knowledge constitutes 20% while behavior holds an impactful 80%, Tracy champions the role of financial-coach-as-guide to foster accountability and address the root causes for profound, generational financial change.

Tracy's Forum Growth Conference talk will focus on the idea that money is intrinsically tied to mindset, habits, and behaviors. Her mission is to help fellow solopreneurs transform their financial landscape by fostering control, confidence, and clarity. During Tracy's talk, attendees will learn to unlock a world of financial possibilities by aligning their mission with their money goals.

VR Small: "The Small Perspective: 5 Strategies for Superior Success"

VR Small is a Navy Veteran, motivational speaker and visionary, turning dreams into reality. As the founder and CEO of the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC), she spearheads a national initiative empowering military-affiliated women entrepreneurs to achieve scalable success. VR and the VWEC aim to foster impactful social and economic change through advocacy, leadership, and innovation. 

During her signature presentation, VR will share her blueprint for success with "The Small Perspective": a compass forged from life's crucible, distilling into five crystalline success strategies. Rooted in time-tested wisdom, and curated best practices, these strategies, denoted by the acronym SMALL, are harnessed by VR Small, the visionary Founder & CEO for VWEC. Her mission in this session is to equip and embolden those attending to pave their unique path to success.

The SMALL Perspective: stands as a beacon, illuminating five critical corridors to success:

• Setting Your Stage for Success: An orchestration of preparation, setting the scene for your grand performance in life.

• Manifesting a Multi-Million-dollar Mindset: Cultivating opulence in thought, translating mental abundance into tangible riches.

• Amplifying an Attitude of Anticipation: Elevating the spirit of expectancy, catalyzing innovation, and resilience.

• Leveraging Life's Lessons: Extracting wisdom from every experience, transforming challenges into steppingstones on your road to success.

• Level Up & Lead: Ascending to new echelons of excellence, while inspiring others to do the same.

The introspective application of these strategies elicits extraordinary personal and professional outcomes, producing a symphony of accomplishments that can reverberate through time.

Attendees of 'The SMALL Perspective' will depart F.R.E.E. (Focused, Rejuvenated, Enthusiastic, and Empowered), to author their own narrative of success into a best seller!

Laura Renner: "Unleashing the Power of Systems: The Easy Way to Build a Thriving Business"

Closing out the speakers, our very own Laura Renner, the founder of Freedom Makers Virtual Services will take attendees on a deep dive into the realm of systems and efficiency. Her talk will cover how to streamline workflows, delegate effectively, and achieve consistent success - the factors that ultimately pave the way for business growth.

Laura is a U.S. Air Force Reserve member, and FMVS was born from her profound commitment to assisting small business owners and military families alike. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience in foreign and public relations, education, and human resources, Laura excels in understanding and empowering individuals. 

Community Building: Sharing, Connecting, Growing

Beyond the signature talks, The Forum Growth Conference will offer a networking opportunity for registrants to share about their own endeavors, seek tailored advice, forge meaningful connections, and promote their businesses. 

In a world where solopreneurship can often feel like an individual journey, The Forum's Growth Conference reminds us that we're not alone. We believe in the power of community and creating a safe space to exchange ideas, seek solutions, and amplify growth in a collaborative environment. The journey towards success isn't meant to be walked alone - and we are lucky to have many on our path willing to share their experiences so others can successfully navigate challenges.

Success is not a destination; it's a journey, and together, we're making strides towards achieving our goals. 

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