The Bulls of Durham
BULLish Market Membership
Connecting small business owners in the NC Triangle to each other, opportunities, and our BULLoved community.
What is the BULLish Market Membership?
Our Owner and Creative Director, Sheila Amir, shares what the BULLish Market Membership is. Join now!
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Rising to great heights, together.
Our BULLish Impact, Thus Far
We're proud of what the BULLish Market membership and unBULLievaBULL members have accomplished in our first 2 years. We BULLieve a rising tide floats all boats, and we love growing and going to great places together.
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Business grants shared with members.
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Crowdfunded for local small businesses
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Of Members Identify as BIPOC
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Of Members Identify as Women
Who Is The BULLish Market for?
This membership is for small business owners:
- Located in the NC Triangle - Durham, Wake, and Orange counties.
- Legally registered with the NC Secretary of State
- 1 to 1000 employees
- A passion and appreciation for collaboration
- A vision for your business
- Go-getter attitude and a BULLief you can have a business AND a life
What do you need to get to your next level?
It's our passion, job, and business model to connect you to who and what you need to have the business of your dreams.
We've asked nearly 1000 small business owners in the NC Triangle what is the ONE thing they need to get to their next level and here's what they had to say.
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Money Call it funding. Call it capital. Whatever you call it, small business owners consistently and persistently say they need money. We share Millions in small business grants, investment, VC, and other funding opportunities. PLUS every year we host our Annual Crowdfunding Collaboration.
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Connections Entrepreneurship can be a lonely road and as ick as it sounds, it's true your network is your network. We take the ick outta building your network. Joining the BULLish Market gives you an instant community of supportive, creative, and dope folks who want to succeed WITH you.
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Physical Location Isn't it ironic, don't you think, that small business owners are trying to find office space at the same time corporations can't pay people to come back into the office? We can connect you to the right realtor, coworking space, or landlord.
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Marketing The best product or service in the world isn't going to sell if no one knows about it. We offer a variety of marketing options for our members and the option to schedule consults with our Digital Presence Strategist and our Creative Director.
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Resources Aside from money, entrepreneurs need the tools - digital or physical - to build their business. We've helped our members learn how to do that one thing in Google Office Suite, where to get a great deal on a commercial printer, and even how to decide on a refurbished pottery wheel or new one.
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Structure The push-pull struggle of working on your business versus in your business can be real. Let us connect you to a great Business Attorney, Accountant, Certified Director of Operations, Virtual Assistant, or help you figure out who and what you need to save you time, mental bandwidth, and liabilities.
What Members Get
The BULLish Market connects small business owners in the Triangle, NC, to (1) each other, (2) opportunities, and (3) our incrediBULL community.
We've asked nearly 1000 local small business owners what they need and put it all in the BULLish Market.
The most common answers we receive are money, marketing, connections, resources, employees, and a physical location.
Connections & Collaborations
The biggest factor in success is who you know. Connect with other small business owners to collaborate, skip the learning curve and do things right the first time, and more.
Opportunities & Resources
Providing resources, inspiration, and in roads to financial opportunities. We've shared over $60 million in small business grants PLUS even more in loans, VC, and incubator programs.
Meaningful Marketing to IncrediBULL People
The #1 reason locals say they don't shop at local businesses, is they can't find them. In turn, 100s of local businesses say the #1 thing they need is exposure. ✨ Problems solved.
Dedicated Spaces for Connection
Everything in the BULLish Market is built based on what local entrepreneurs have shared they needed. We built in curated spaces for connection and support needed to build your business.
We're all about facilitating meaningful connections that help small business owners feel less alone, get the resources they need, and increase their both network and net worth. We host in-person, introvert-proof events PLUS offer curated spaces for connection and collaboration. What's more we *encourage* sharing your offerings in the membership and respectfully sliding into each other's DMs. And whenever we can make an introduction - we do so gleefully! Everyone needs a biz bestie and a safe space to discuss the realities of entrepreneurship.
Financial Opportunities
Small business grants, loans, VS, and other types of funding.
Resources & Growth Support
Resources to make the day-to-day of running and growing a business easier.
Employer Wins & Woes
All things finding, hiring, maintaining, and *sadly* firing employees.
Makers & Retailers
Connect local makers to locally owned shop shelves.
Parentpreneurs
Help navigating the intersection of parenthood and entrepreneurship.
Farm to Table
Connecting farmers, distillers, brewers, and restauranteurs. Cheers!
Member Love
Testimonials
Thanks to this awesome network of business owners I’m collaborating with a few to benefit both of our businesses! The Bullish Market makes Durham feel more close-knit and part of a like-minded community that wants to better our city.
Michelle Johnson
I have been fortunate to be a member of a few national level business networking organizations, but the Bullish Market is one of very few local business connectors, which adds a whole layer of community, opportunity, and support. Sheila works tirelessly to make sure that everyone gets access to the things they need, from grant opportunities, to workshops, to in-person networking events, and more! I feel fortunate to have joined the market on the ground floor and am excited to see it grow in the years to come!
Virginia George
I was really excited to participate in the Bulls of Durham's inaugural giveaway contest. We both learned a lot about how to conduct contests like this. The exposure led to more sales for City Box and we were both able to grow our mailing list. Win-win partnerships like this are exactly in-line with my business model.
Jeannine Sato
A's to Your FAQs
You can always reach out with questions - TheHerd@TheBullsOfDurham.com
The BULLish Market Membership is your all-in-one business toolkit. It connects you to fellow entrepreneurs, funding opportunities, and our incredible community of local supporters.
Connect and Collaborate
- Network effortlessly: Join online discussions, attend exclusive events, and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs in our curated group spaces.
Grow Your Business
- Learn and develop: Access our library of educational resources and attend live workshops.
- Fund your future: Tap into our network to secure grants, loans, and investment opportunities. We've shared over $60 million in funding opportunities with our members… so far.
- Market your brand: Reach our loyal and engaged audience through our platform and exclusive marketing opportunities.
- Hire top talent: Showcase job openings to our network and attract qualified candidates at no additional charge.
Get Expert Support
- Access our resources: Utilize our digital member portal, grant writing tools, accounting services, and marketing consultations.
- Connect with our team: Get personalized advice from our Grant Writer, Accountant, and Digital Presence Strategist.
- Join our community: Benefit from your fellow members' support, accountability, and mentorship.
Executive Tier Exclusive Perks
- Additional Seat/Login: An additional seat for your point person to leverage your membership while you grow and scale your company into your CEO vision.
- 1:1 Business Consult: Get personalized advice from our CEO in a one-hour game-changing consult.
- VIP onboarding: Enjoy a seamless membership experience by getting off to the right foot. Our Community Manager will help you set up your profile and guide you through all of your membership benefits.
By joining BULLish Market, you invest in your business's growth and success. And when we succeed as a herd we make a tangiBULL economic impact in the NC Triangle.
Yup! We’d love to have you. You sign up the exact same way as a small business owner.
Yup! We’d absolutely love to have you. We know the strength of our city is directly related to the strength of our region. A rising tide floats all boats.
We, The Bulls of Durham, LLC., don’t have a refund policy. We have a NO refund policy. Digital services can’t be returned. If you find for any reason that the BULLish Market Membership isn’t meeting your needs, reach out to us at TheHerd@TheBullsOfDurham.com and let’s find a solution.
Yup. You can cancel your membership at any time and your membership will end at the end of the billing period you selected - monthly or annual.