About Chalana Williams

Chalana is the Community Development Officer for First Federal of Lakewood and is a WHACC board member

Selecting the Right Technology and Tools

Technology is fascinating, changing daily, and confusing all at the same time. It can help keep you organized, handle tedious chores automatically, and connect you globally. It can also cost you lots of unnecessary dollars if you are not careful. Here are tips based on the experience of other small business owners who have previously […]

Managing Vendor Relationships

You need your suppliers. They need you as well. It is a win-win relationship between you and your vendors. However, it takes effort; it does not just happen. Managing your vendor relationships is essential to ensure a steady supply of materials or services that you can use for your products or to enhance your services. […]

Affordable Marketing Strategies for Startups

Although running a startup business can be exciting, there is much strategic planning involved to get customers without breaking your spending budget. By using minimal resources for optimal impact, you can market your startup in affordable ways. Below are some strategies to help market your startup effectively and gain a loyal customer base eager to […]

Running a Virtual Company

Operating a business on a virtual basis is quickly gaining in popularity. Although running a virtual company can be attractive to small business owners, they still need to understand that there will be benefits and challenges with this business operations concept. No matter what type of small business you have, when you take the leap […]

Selecting the Right Technology and Tools

Technology is fascinating, changing daily, and confusing all at the same time. It can help keep you organized, handle tedious chores automatically, and connect you globally. It can also cost you lots of unnecessary dollars if you are not careful. Here are tips based on the experience of other small business owners who have previously […]

WHACC Member First Federal Lakewood Promotes Video Series to Help Small Businesses Thrive

Local small business owners can now access on-demand business and management advice to help them deal with burnout, prevent cybersecurity hacks, develop sound business plans, and more. The advice, shared via online video, is part of First Federal Lakewood’s Business Boost series, a program that provides time-strapped small business owners and entrepreneurs with expert insight […]

Recordkeeping Basics

Keeping your records up-to-date, in a safe place and for the required legal period is tedious, but essential for your small business. Whether you store them in a shoebox in a manila envelope or use an advanced electronic storage retrieval system, you need a reliable way to keep your records. The size and complexity of […]