Building Your Brand: Local Stories, Partnerships, and Patience

The Business Edge with Central Willamette

The Business Edge with Central Willamette
Building Your Brand: Local Stories, Partnerships, and Patience
Apr 13, 2026
Central Willamette Credit Union

In part two, CMO Dave Dirks dives into actionable steps for small business owners to take control of their brand. Learn how to craft a compelling local story, build strong community partnerships, and document your brand so employees can share it consistently. Dave also discusses the importance of listening to local feedback and why successful branding is a long-term commitment. Get inspired to think locally and make your brand a lasting part of your community.

Episode Artwork Building Your Brand: Local Stories, Partnerships, and Patience 9:58 Episode Artwork Small Business Branding: Your Local Advantage 11:40 Episode Artwork From Stigma to Schedule III: The Cannabis Industry’s Next Chapter 20:45 Episode Artwork Dirks' Must Reads: The Network is Your Customer 6:13 Episode Artwork Dirks' Must-Reads: Whatcha Gonna Do With That Duck? 5:04 Episode Artwork Pouring Passion into Business: Lessons from La Dama Bartending 43:36 Episode Artwork Dirks' Must-Reads: The Messy Middle 9:21 Episode Artwork Dirks' Must-Reads: Customer Satisfaction is Worthless 8:30 Episode Artwork HR Insights: Pay and Benefits for Small Business Success 13:44 Episode Artwork Brick & Mortar Basics 5:22 Episode Artwork Value First: How Free Content Can Win You Customers 5:19 Episode Artwork Turning Loyal Customers into Brand Ambassadors 3:55 Episode Artwork Surviving and Thriving in Uncertain Economies 6:15 Episode Artwork Andy from CannXperts Returns! 29:23 Episode Artwork Building Your Dream Team 14:02 Episode Artwork Beyond the Sale: Building Lasting Key Account Relationships 4:15 Episode Artwork Special Guest: Dr. Kristine Medyanik 28:36 Episode Artwork Special Guest: Ellen Yin, Cubicle to CEO 30:19 Episode Artwork Website Wins: Optimize to Attract & Grow Your Business 7:22 Episode Artwork Special Guest: Camille Mercier, CEO Spirit Mountain Casino 31:35 Episode Artwork Gratitude That Grows 4:03 Episode Artwork Special Guest: Andy Shelley, CannXperts 35:33 Episode Artwork Skip the Flyer 5:26 Episode Artwork Outsource the Visuals 2:58 Episode Artwork Less Is More: Signage Tips from Our CMO 4:32