Hands Up Lake County 2021 Update: Congratulations to the 20 applicants who will advance to the next phase of the business competition!

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Building economic stability – one small business at a time

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OUR MESSAGE

Small businesses are the bedrock of rural economies; thriving in good times, struggling when disaster strikes – a point brought home in painful and graphic detail during the 2018 fire. We formed 1Team 1Dream with a clear purpose– to support and promote economic growth and stability in Lake County and to provide on-going education and opportunity to entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Join us. Help us open doors to resources that will invigorate, educate and promote success through the use of sustainable business practices including modern-day digital tools, marketing strategies, and mentoring support. Collectively we can make a meaningful difference – one small business at a time. We welcome like-minded individuals, businesses, and civic organizations to join our team.

To learn more, please get in touch with us at [email protected]

Sincerely,

Maryann Schmid
Founder

Olga Martin Steele
Co-Founder

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We kicked-off 1Team 1Dream with our signature project, “Hands Up Lake County 2020”. We have tapped the interest of entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout Lake County – and the willingness of private, government, and corporate to support our ventures. We are poised to do more. This year, Hands Up Lake County 2021 will be bigger and better with cash prizes amounting to $50,000.

HANDS UP LAKE COUNTY

Hands Up Lake County is a business plan competition designed to stimulate entrepreneurship in the community.

Now is your chance to build your business idea and jumpstart your dream. Send your application today to join the Hands Up Lake County 2021 Business Plan Competition.

OUR VALUES

1Team 1Dream is dedicated to a thriving Lake County economy.

Leading Through Innovation

We use modern tools and lead through innovation. A collaborative mindset, purpose driven ideals and a commitment to innovation through specialized training and mentorship can lead to a robust business environment and successful business enterprises.

Pursuing Excellence

1Team 1Dream believes in the pursuit of excellence. The invitation to stretch, to learn, and to improve can be a powerful motivator. An open door, a hand up, the opportunity to excel, and the prospect of a cash boost is a confidence builder – and a formula for success.

Growing by Learning

1Team 1Dream aspires to encourage learning as a life-long pursuit. Through on-going mentorship and training opportunities, small Lake County businesses and budding entrepreneurs can adapt to changing technology and innovations.

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WHAT’S NEW

On the heels of multiple fires – eight – in under four years and a persistent, lingering recession, Lake County’s economy was hard-hit. We launched the Hands Up Lake County to help small business owners and entrepreneurs. Read about our efforts.