Instructor: Doug Monie

Biography: With 25 years of experience managing regional logistics for a major corporation, owning and operating seven franchise restaurants, and as a real estate investor, Doug brings a wealth of business experience to the SBDC. Doug provides business advising and class instruction services to our SBDC clients.

Classes by this instructor

Construction Contractors Training Program (CCB)

This in-person class provides the 16 hours of education required in order to take the CCB Examination and apply for an Oregon CCB license. Our course includes the NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law & Project Management, 2nd edition. The course covers Oregon Code, Safety, Environmental issues, Bids & Estimates, Contracts, Lien Law, Finance and much more.
November 5-6, 2026, SBDC Classroom (#4)

First Steps to Starting a Business

Find your niche, analyze your market, position your products or services. This two-hour class will teach you everything you need to get your business started including resources and tips to make your business a success. Offered in-person with other future business owners for interactive classroom sessions. Get free advice and questions answered through one-on-one support from our team of professional advisers.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, SBDC Classroom (#4)
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, SBDC Classroom (#4)