By: JPMorganChase
Running a business is no easy task – and growing that business can be even more challenging. That’s why Chase is committed to helping entrepreneurs along their business journey through its Coaching for Impact program.
Launched in 2020, Coaching for Impact is a complimentary consulting program for established businesses, providing guidance and tools to help entrepreneurs in historically underserved neighborhoods manage and grow their businesses.
The program helps match small business owners with a Chase Senior Business Consultant, a financial services industry veteran. There are 74 Senior Business Consultants in 35 U.S. cities. Recently, Shellie Vernon joined the team as Chase’s Indianapolis Senior Business Consultant, bringing with her 12 years of experience in the financial industry.
Question: To start off, tell us a little about you. What brought you to Indianapolis?
Shellie Vernon: I’m a Hoosier at heart. Since I was three years old, I’ve lived in Indianapolis on the westside. Being a Senior Business Consultant in the place I call home inspires me to bring my best every day to serve those in my community. I’ve seen firsthand how Indianapolis has transformed and I’m committed to helping our small businesses grow with it.
Question: How would you describe your role as a Chase Senior Business Consultant?
Shellie Vernon: As a Chase Senior Business Consultant, my job is to build trust and deepen relationships with local business owners. I do this by meeting with them one-on-one to get a sense of their goals and any obstacles they’re facing over 2-4 months. Together, we come up with a plan to tackle specific issues like access to capital, customers, networks and other resources needed to grow and scale. I’m here to help businesses at any stage because we know when our local businesses succeed, we all succeed. I’m so proud to serve Indianapolis entrepreneurs.
Question: Who is eligible for the program and where can business owners go to get more information?
Shellie Vernon: There is no cost or formal criteria to participate in the Chase Coaching for Impact program – you don’t even have to be a Chase customer! While the program focuses on working with established businesses who have been in business for 2+ years, entrepreneurs at every stage can learn more about the program at Chase.com/CoachingforImpact.
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