Managing a Business in Difficult Times

Learn actionable strategies to navigate disruptions—from construction impacts to supply chain challenges—and keep your business resilient during uncertainty.

Join CREDC and Clark College for an educational session focused on business resiliency and managing businesses during difficult and challenging times. This class will provide actionable strategies to navigate disruptions—from construction impacts to supply chain challenges—and keep your business resilient during uncertainty. Led by Michele Cruse, this session will support businesses looking to develop strategies to navigate complex situations.

Feel free to join us at 1:30pm before the class starts for an optional networking opportunity with the instructor, CREDC and Clark College staff and other session attendees.

This session will take place at CREDC's office at 805 Broadway St., Suite 412 Vancouver WA 98660

Parking is available at 703 Broadwat St Vancouver WA 98660. Street parking is also available surrounding the building.

About the instructor:

Michele Cruse is a seasoned consultant and certified executive coach with more than 27 years of experience across higher education, nonprofits, business development, entrepreneurship, and leadership training. She partners with business owners and organizations to strengthen leadership, refine systems, and build inclusive, results-driven programs that create meaningful impact.

Her services include executive leadership coaching, strategic business planning, fund development strategy, and equity-centered program development. Michele helps leaders navigate complex challenges, make informed and confident decisions, and position their organizations for long-term growth and sustainability. She is passionate about supporting leaders who are ready to elevate their leadership and advance the success of their business or organization.

About CREDC:

As Washington State’s recognized Associate Development Organization for Clark County, CREDC brings together more than 150 private and public partners to advance economic vitality through business growth and innovation. This learning session is part of the 2026 Clark County Business Expansion Series.

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About Clark College:

Clark College Community, Continuing Education & Customized Training serves nearly 8,000 learners each year through community classes, certificates, CEUs, testing services, and customized workforce training. We provide high-quality, relevant learning opportunities for lifelong learners and partner with local industry to deliver quick-turn training that strengthens Southwest Washington’s workforce.

https://www.clark.edu/cce/

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