Which of the following best represents the highest level of education that you have completed?
Some high school or lessHow did you come to own this business?
Started businessHow is the business organized?
Sole proprietorshipRegarding your business:
| Under 1 year | 1-5 years | 6-10 years | 11 -20 years | Over 20 years | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| How long have you been in operation (at this or previous location)? | |||||
| How long has your business been at your present location? | |||||
| How long have you been the operator of your business? |
During a typical year, what times of year are best for your business?
JanuaryDoes your business use any of the following? (Select all that apply)
WebsiteHow important are these following consumer segments to your business?
| Very Important | Important | Neutral | Unimportant | Very Unimportant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Males | |||||
| Females | |||||
| Age under 18 | |||||
| Age 18-34 | |||||
| Age 35-54 | |||||
| Age 55 and over | |||||
| Downtown Residents | |||||
| Area/Regional Residents | |||||
| Downtown Office Workers | |||||
| Students | |||||
| Tourists and Visitors |
How do you track where your customers come from? (Check all that apply)
Email Opt-inWhere do your customers come from?
Local, in townDuring a typical week, what are the seven busiest times for your business?
| Before 11 a.m. | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | After 4 p.m. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | |||
| Tuesday | |||
| Wednesday | |||
| Thursday | |||
| Friday | |||
| Saturday | |||
| Sunday |
Please rate the degree to which you are experiencing the following business challenges?
| Major | Minor | No Challenge | Not Applicable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conflict with building owner or tenant | ||||
| Difficulty recruiting or retaining employees | ||||
| Expensive or unavailable products | ||||
| Expensive or unavailable utilities | ||||
| Expensive employee wage or benefits | ||||
| Expensive rent | ||||
| Expensive shipping or transportation | ||||
| Insufficient financing | ||||
| Insufficient parking | ||||
| In-town competition | ||||
| Out-of-town competition | ||||
| Language barriers | ||||
| Poor building condition | ||||
| Restrictive business regulations | ||||
| Shoplifting or theft | ||||
| Unskilled workers | ||||
| Vandalism | ||||
| Other (please specify): |
How many people, including owners, does your business employ in each of the following categories?
Full-time (32 or more hours per week) year-roundOver the last three years, have you invested in? (Check all that apply)
Improvements to interiorWhat are your business goals for the next 5 years?
Do you have specific suggestions on strategies that would provide greater assistance to local businesses that should be considered by local leaders?