Emma Schlie Photography, LLC. | Application Preview
Emma Schlie Photography, LLC is seeking government grants to enhance its operations by acquiring new camera equipment and investing in educational opportunities such as mentorships and business classes. The funding will primarily be directed toward purchasing a new camera and improving the owner’s skills, emphasizing that a business thrives under capable management.
The business experienced significant growth in 2021, nearly tripling its photography bookings. Over the next five years, Emma aims to make photography her main source of income through increased bookings and higher package prices, linked to the quality of her services. To achieve these objectives, she plans to invest in new equipment, further her photography education, and hire associate photographers.
Emma's ability to turn investments into sustainable growth is demonstrated by her success after winning a student entrepreneurship competition, where she received $1,500. Since then, she has registered her business as an LLC, expanded her bookings, and partnered with notable platforms like The Wedding Wire and The Knot.
In terms of competition, Emma faces professional photographers who offer high-quality services at higher prices, amateur photographers who are more affordable but less experienced, and smartphone photography, which, despite improved quality, lacks the features and creativity of professional gear. Emma's competitive edge lies in her superior equipment and education, along with her unique style and warm personality, which resonates with clients. Her commitment to capturing genuine moments and providing excellent customer service leads to positive reviews and referrals, solidifying her place in the supportive photography community.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 85-2228056
Location: MEQUON, WI, United States
Length of Operation: 1.5 years
Number of Employees:
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Open to Loans: NO
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Funding Usage
Any dollar amount will be greatly appreciated and all funds will be directed to the purchase of new camera equipment (new camera costs $2,000+) and education opportunities like mentorships and business classes. This money will not only be an investment in overhead but an investment in me. A business is only as valuable as the individuals managing it.
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Business Plan
2021 brought tremendous growth for my business and allowed me to almost triple my photography bookings! In the next five years, I intend to make my photography business my sole source of income. That will occur with an increased number of bookings and price per package. These increases directly correlate with the quality of my product and overall service. In order to accomplish these goals, I will purchase new equipment, invest in my photography education, and hire associate photographers. When I was a student at Concordia University Wisconsin, I won a student entrepreneurship competition where I presented my business plan and goals. The judges granted me $1,500 for first place and that investment has already proven to be worthwhile. I have since become an official LLC, tripled my bookings per year, and have become a partner with The Wedding Wire and The Knot. I have already proven that I am able to take an investment and turn it into sustainable growth. I am able to make that happen because I am passionate about my business and the services that I provide.
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Self Identified Competition
Other photographers: They provide quality products but are expensive. Amateur Photographers: It is a cheaper option, but they are not as experienced with how to conduct a photoshoot, work a camera properly, and the post-production process. Iphones: The phone quality is increasing, however, the iPhone camera does not have all of the features that a professional camera possesses. Also, a professional photographer brings a level of creativity and excellent editing skills. My quality of equipment, level of education, and overall final product is better than the average iPhone user and amuteur photographer. There are many other professional photographers that produce wonderful photographs and actually serve as inspiration for me. The photography community is very supportive of each other's work. Clients book with Emma Schlie Photography, LLC. because of me, Emma Schlie. They love my creativity, editing style, and overall warm personality. I capture genuine moments and those moments only occur when the client is comfortable with me. Especially with weddings, I am spending the whole day with someone on the biggest most intimate days of their life! My enthusiasm and care for my clients is why they book with me, leave heart-warming reviews, and refer my business to others.
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