“The most rewarding part about volunteering is meeting a fantastic group of passionate, incredibly talented entrepreneurs and helping them achieve their dreams for their businesses!

I left a corporate environment to get closer to entrepreneurs and growth. My experience has enabled me to deploy my B2B skills flexibly from a larger company setting to a smaller, more entrepreneurial one.”

“The most rewarding part of volunteering with Start Small Think Big was connecting with diverse small business owners across different industries. I truly enjoyed listening to their entrepreneurial stories, visions, and solutions. In addition, the appreciation of volunteers by small businesses and SSTB made this experience even more memorable.

I gained practical insights into the applications of data analytics and digital transformation technologies for small businesses. For example, I discovered through volunteering with SSTB that small businesses owners needed simple, scalable, and affordable hands-on approaches to realize tangible values of data and digital innovations. 

 As an entrepreneur myself, I would say that small businesses would genuinely appreciate your volunteer contribution, skill, and time to solve their business challenges.”

“Start Small Think Big’s small business community are some of the most talented and innovative people I have ever met doing this work. Hearing what inspired them to open their own business is always intriguing – whether through random occurrences, in possibilities, through technology, from others, or themselves.

I can think of several reasons to encourage someone to get involved with SSTB's work. Overall, small businesses are the backbone of local communities. They help to support our neighborhoods and communities in concrete, quantifiable ways. We need to foster a climate that encourages small businesses.”

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft

“I flex-think better than ever since small businesses share a unique story with different challenges requiring tailored strategic support. I hear each situation and respond in real-time, so my ability to connect, listen, digest, and provide guidance is more vital.

I say, join the team, become part of the small business community! Start Small Think Big is a well-led, inclusive, and thoughtful organization built on a solid foundation of authentic love for small businesses.”

JLM & Associates Consulting, LLC

“I have loved the aspect of working with a small business. There are so many organizational challenges - from overseeing people to running operations to managing a sales pitch— which have been new to me and insightful to learn. I have enjoyed interacting with my small business owner - she is a creative and intellectual individual with an evident passion for her business. It is inspiring to see up-close and to have intelligent conversations in a setting where I can provide my financial expertise and immediately hear her feedback.”

“You do not have to be an expert in your field to offer valuable advice. A basic understanding of your profession can help small business owners navigate the uncertainty in front of them.

Start Small Think Big allows you to tackle immediate problems with small business owners trying to make a better life for themselves. You can't help but admire the risks they have assumed in this pursuit, and some of these earliest problems can influence the outcome of their ventures. It's advantageous to take some of the burdens off their shoulders and contribute to entrepreneurs achieving their goals.”

"Providing increased financial clarity and support to small business owners, especially during the pandemic, has been very rewarding.

Working with business owners has improved my communication and overall business acumen, as it's challenged me to explain and apply financial concepts on a different scale"

“There is such a tremendous need for the services Start Small Think Big provides to its clientele. I am grateful that I can support under-resourced entrepreneurs and business owners in underserved areas by providing information that hopefully facilitates their better understanding of the daunting "ins and outs" of California employment laws that even small companies face daily. I am grateful that our firm Cozen O'Connor supports my (and my colleagues) pro bono activities; and for the enjoyment and benefit our attorneys receive from our extensive and varied partnership with Start Small Think Big. I am also grateful to work with the terrific staff at Start Small Think Big!”

“Creating a social connection is the most rewarding experience that I have gained from volunteering. I have learned that we can support each other and, in any circumstances, especially during the pandemic, to connect and volunteer virtually.

 There is no limitation to connect with people and support someone. If you would like to help out or even hone your skills, you could provide the interests or skill sets you have for any projects of interest to you.”