Access to Markets

Access to Markets

One of the most challenging aspects of being a small business owner in the U.S. is connecting with the marketplace. Competition is fierce and getting your product or service in front of customers can be very expensive. Washington CASH organizes a minimum of two Business Showcase Events per year. These venues allow our members to sell their products or services to the general public. The events happen in May (during our big fundraising event) and in December (our holiday bazaar). We also look for any opportunity to get our members involved in other marketing opportunities, such as local conferences, festivals and fairs.

Ventures, A Retail Incubator

Ventures is the "retail incubator" for Washington C.A.S.H. Located in the historic Pike Place Market along Seattle’s downtown waterfront, the store showcases handcrafted products from program participants and other local and low-income entrepreneurs, offering direct market access as well as hands-on training in retail product development, pricing, and presentation.

> Ventures retail page with location and hours info