Each of the following represents actual clients and categories of clients where Christie Karis has developed an affordable and professional business plan. The reason is simple: no other business planner can match Christie Karis in small business experience.

Client Testimonials

"All I wanted was a business plan to help secure my SBA loan. What I got was so much more. Christie listened carefully to my vision and my needs. She worked with me closely to develop a plan that would carry my business into the future. Since working with Christie my business has grown more than threefold and shows no sign of slowing. With my SBA loan, I have now purchased the property that I had been leasing for the past eleven years."
Carlton Doup, Owner, Kung Fu Northwest / Kung Fu 4 Kids

"As a commercial banker, I see many business plans. Christie Karis develops SBA plans that are thorough and appropriate to the business. Christie is a professional, listens closely to her clients and to the banker. I highly recommend Christie to anyone who needs a plan of action or an SBA loan."
Bob Blackburn, VP, SBA Lender

"Christie's experience, insight, and knowledge are unsurpassed. She listened to our ideas, allowed us to think out of the box, and kept us focused throughout the entire process. No software program can ever touch the uniqueness of our business plan."
Elise Lindborg & Kelli Henderson, Zippy Dogs

"Christie Karis had insights that went far beyond ours. An MBA proofreader said, 'Very, very impressive and thorough. You would get an "A" in any MBA class with this plan.'"
Tim Vack & Jeff Bergerson, Owners, Bfit2live

"Christie Karis combines decades of sound business experience, careful listening skills and a sincere desire to help professionals realize their unique visions. She hones ideas into action steps - and gets results."
Margaret Sutro, MA, Movement Therapist

"Christie breaks the process down into digestible pieces, so you can't get overwhelmed. I really liked that she gave me work to do. Christie didn't simply want to write a business plan for me, she wanted to teach me how my industry and competition worked. I wouldn't be where I am today if it weren't for her guidance. She isn't just a consultant, but a partner and I highly recommend her."
Melanie Sadek, Murphy's Paw

"Christie's ability to ask questions, listen to the intent of the message and then wordsmith a business plan that is ready for presentation is impressive. Her experience and knowledgeable contributions provide an assurance that the business plan is well crafted and will be well received."
J Pryor, Panama Medical Institute