Is Outsourcing Right for Your Business?

You have questions about outsourcing, and we have answers! What common business areas are outsourced? What key advantages are unlocked by outsourcing? What framework should you use if you decide to implement an outsourcing strategy for your team? This session will provide a comprehensive overview of what outsourcing may look like when you consider it for your organization.

You’ll learn the difference between outsourcing and offshoring or replacing jobs as well as the special considerations organizations should keep in mind when implementing an outsourcing strategy (like cultural fit, communication, and change management).

Plus, you’ll learn more about the key advantages of outsourcing:

• Focusing on your existing team’s core competencies
• Streamlining non-revenue operations
• Gaining access to specialized expertise and technologies

This event is hosted by 20Fathoms and AccessPoint, a Vensure Employer Solutions Company.

Event format:

This is an in-person event and there is no charge to attend.

Space is limited. Please register.

Lunch will be provided.

Who should attend:

• Business leaders and decision-makers in small-to-medium sized organizations, especially those in functions like IT, HR, finance, or operations;
• Professionals involved in strategic planning and organizational transformation; and
• Organizations with limited resources looking to streamline operations

About the presenter:

A Traverse City Native, Lisa Baker-Lorincz has worked for over 10 years helping business owners evaluate and develop high-performing business solutions. She is a wife, mother, and active member of the Traverse City community. She is a founding board member of TCNewTech, serves on the Advisory Board for the Leadership Lunch Club, is a former workforce development chair for the Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Council, and is a Trusted Advisor with the the local Vistage of Northwest Michigan. She’s involved with — and is an active supporter of — EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization), NMA (Northern Michigan Angels), 20Fathoms, SBAM (Small Business Association of Michigan), and MISHRM (Michigan Council of the Society for Human Resource Management).

About 20Fathoms

20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services, business workshops, community partnership, and a vibrant coworking space. We also remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training, talent acquisition, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives.