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Unit 1: Planning and Business Development

Advisory Groups

Southern Illinois Farm
The Riesgraf family considers all of its children part of their 'Advisory Team'. (Pam Riesgraf)
The importance of partnerships and collaboration is widely recognized in the traditional business community. In fact, most entrepreneurs rely on a network of advisors and partners to develop sound business ideas. It is not uncommon for business owners to establish advisory groups that include entrepreneurs from other business sectors, accountants, marketing consultants, partners and family members. In Course 1, collaboration and partnerships also were identified as key ingredients for success in sustainable agriculture.
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