The Reality of Entrepreneurship ft. Dwayne Stephens

Being an entrepreneur isn’t easy. It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, it’s hard work to start a company, get customers, find the right team members, and stay sustainable. In this Lunchtime Topic, we’ll be speaking with Savannah’s Dwayne Stephen’s about local opportunities and activities entrepreneurs can get involved with to help them create a VIABLE, LONG-TERM business. In this Lunchtime Topic, you’ll learn… Common misconceptions about entrepreneurship The best method for determining what customers ACTUALLY want The value of customer discovery to creating a viable product or service The importance of finding accountability partners to help you keep going Local resources to help you succeed ________ About the Creative Coast Our Mission Our Mission is to catalyze the innovation economy in Coastal Georgia. The Creative Coast is here for the entrepreneurial, technology & creative community of the Savannah region. We build and support the creative economy in Savannah through education & social programs that connect and foster local innovation in both large and small companies. Our Vision Propelled by The Creative Coast, Savannah will be transformed into a vibrant hub for creative and innovative businesses, organizations, and individuals. Our History The Creative Coast was founded in 1997 by the Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA), Chatham County and the City of Savannah to create/foster the creative technology and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Through our activities, we strive to make an economic impact on our community, our city, the region and our state, through the creation of high-wage, high-tech and creative jobs. Learn more at https://thecreativecoast.org.