2025 Sparwood Business Walk Survey Business NameName of Person InterviewedOwner/Manager only First Last Position/Title1. How would you describe the current state of your business? Declining / Struggling Stable / Holding steady Growing / Expanding 2. What is your Biggest Win of the Year3. What is the biggest challenge your business is facing right now?Examples: staffing, housing, supply chain, costs, marketing, technology, local government regulation, permitting (see survey), other4. Workforce & Community NeedsHousing availability is an issue for: Myself My Employees Not An Issue Childcare/Daycare is an issue for: Myself My Employees Not An Issue 5. Have you ever had to help someone find housing in the area / ever not had someone be able to take the job because of housing?6. What opportunities or support would help your business in Sparwood?Example: marketing, signage, HR resources, business planning7. Do you anticipate retiring, selling, or transitioning your business in the next 5 years? Yes No Unsure 8. Do you currently have a succession or transition plan in place? Yes No Unsure 9. How many people do you employ?Full-TimePart-TimeSeasonal/Contract10. What do you value most about doing business in Sparwood? Supportive community Location & accessibility (are they happy with their current shop location - foot traffic/visibility) Clientele / customer base Business-friendly environment Cost of doing business Select AllOther / Notes:11. Are there training or resources that would benefit your business or employees? Marketing & digital tools Business planning/finances Customer service training/HR Workforce recruitment/retention Select AllOther / Notes:12. Would you like a follow-up? No Yes, by the Chamber of Commerce Yes, by the District of Sparwood Yes, both
