SkillPointe Training Webinar
Food-truck entrepreneurship with Tri-C leaders and award-winning innovators
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Event Details
Come and join us for a lively discussion on starting your own business with a focus on the food truck industry. Saidah Farrell and Suzanne Ortiz from Tri-C Community College will be hosting the conversation and discussing the following topics. Their conversation will focus on the successes of both their program along with being a winning team at this year’s Ratcliffe Pitch for the Skilled Trades Competition that was held at NACCE’s National Conference.
Topics to be discussed include:
- Finding Local Business Resources
- Creating Your Business Plan
- Setting up your Business Legally
- Start with Organic Marketing
- 3 Financial Statments Every Entrepreneur Should Know
About the Speakers:
Suzanne Ortiz
Suzanne Ortiz works with entrepreneurs and students at Corporate College, a Division of Cuyahoga Community College. The program areas include the NEW The Center for Entrepreneurs, Podcast Studio, Educational Development Programs, Community Education and Encore 55+ Learning.
Saidah Farrell
Saidah Farrell is a dedicated entrepreneur and educator with a passion for culinary innovation and mentorship. As the founder of Olivia Rose Confections, she has built a brand that not only delivers high-quality, all-natural confections but also provides high school students with valuable entry-level experience in the food industry. Her commitment to fostering creativity and professional growth has made Olivia Rose Confections a unique intersection of craftsmanship and education.Within Olivia Rose Confections, Saidah has developed two distinctive sub-brands: Joy Craft Cocoa and the Marshmallow of the Month Club. These specialty offerings celebrate the art of artisan marshmallows and gourmet hot chocolate experiences, inviting customers to embrace creativity in the kitchen and savor thoughtfully crafted flavors.Beyond her entrepreneurial work, Saidah is an adjunct professor at Cuyahoga Community College, where she shares her expertise with students, equipping them with practical skills and industry knowledge. Through her combined roles as a business leader and educator, she continues to create meaningful opportunities that inspire the next generation of culinary professionals.