Christopher Erwin

About Christopher Erwin

I help entrepreneurs cut through red tape, secure capital, and turn “what if” into…

Experience

1. Business Advisor

   Nd Small Business Development Centers

   Jan 2022 — Present · Fargo, ND, US

   Helping entrepreneurs across 12 southeast North Dakota counties move from idea to execution.The North Dakota SBDC is a statewide program hosted by the University of North Dakota, with centers located across the state at partner campuses, including Williston State, Dickinson State, Bismarck State, Minot State, and NDSU. I serve as the Business Advisor for the Fargo Center, covering twelve counties in the southeast region.My office is located inside the NDeavor Incubator at NDSU, where I work alongside early-stage ventures and innovators on a daily basis. This environment keeps me close to the realities of entrepreneurship, bridging small business advising with the resources of higher education, research, and startup incubation.Since joining in 2022, I’ve contributed to a statewide team that has facilitated more than $100M in annual capital formation, while directly advising entrepreneurs to move from “what if” to “what’s next.”Key Impact HighlightsAdvise 250+ entrepreneurs annually across industries from retail and agriculture to tech and manufacturing.Helped secure $100M in capital for clients through loans, grants, and investments.Guided 50+ business plans and financial models to lender-ready status.Supported the creation of jobs and the retention of jobs in the southeast region.Delivered workshops, mentorship, and one-on-one coaching that boosted client confidence and decision-making capacity.Why it matters: For me, the real story isn’t just about numbers raised or plans written. It’s about families keeping dreams alive, small towns regaining a heartbeat, and startups creating new opportunities in North Dakota.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Bachelor of Science - BS

• Western Governors University

  Master of Science - MS

• Western Governors University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

Skills

• Lead Generation
• Customer Acquisition
• Digital Strategy
• Strategic Planning
• Sem
• Event Planning
• Conversion Optimization
• Media Buying
• Affiliate Marketing
• Fundraising
• Google Adwords
• Monetization
• Online Marketing
• Budgets
• Online Advertising
• Display Advertising
• Web Analytics
• E-Commerce
• Event Based Marketing
• Mobile Marketing
• Customer Service
• Sales
• Email Marketing
• Data Monetization
• Ppc
• Mobile Advertising
• Digital Marketing
• Offline Marketing
• Campaign Management