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Ben Mitzelfelt Owner at Just Bee Cosmetics
Peoria, Illinois Area
Founder of Just Bee Cosmetics and contributing partner to Iguaneye Fresh Shoe and other successful Kickstarter and international crowd funded projects. Business consultant for music and film projects, with over 20 years of failing and succeeding in business and entrepreneurial ventures, including startups, restaurants, and hotels.
20 min Business Idea Flash Evaluation
Got an idea but don’t know if it will work? Let’s quickly talk it out and I will give it to you straight, no frills assessment based on market access and execution. Our conversation is completely confidential and can be covered by your NDA. Before you take that first step, call and I can save you from making the wrong one.
Entrepreneur Coaching
Let’s knock that trough of sorrow in the teeth and…
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Member since May 2013
Areas of Expertise
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BM$4.17/min per minute(19)RestaurantsBen Mitzelfelt • Peoria, Illinois AreaCreated 12 years ago in Industries / Restaurant & RetailI have launched, managed, and consulted for independent restaurants. I have been a part of failures and successes and have been left with a great understanding of what makes a good menu, a good atmosphere, and a good bottom line.Ben Mitzelfelt Peoria, Illinois Area(19)
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BM$4.17/min per minute(19)Small BusinessBen Mitzelfelt • Peoria, Illinois AreaCreated 11 years ago in Business / Getting StartedI have worked with small business for over 15 years, developing strategies to streamline workflows and employee engagement to renew focus on why we started the business in the first place. Being part of a small group of people dedicated to making things work can be the best environment for learning and growth, or it can destroy an amazing idea. I have been privileged to work with many different organizations some successful some not. I enjoy connecting one on one with entrepreneurs to work through problems and strategize about what will bring their vision to life. If it was easy everyone would be doing it.Ben Mitzelfelt Peoria, Illinois Area(19)
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BM$4.17/min per minute(19)Hotels & HospitalityBen Mitzelfelt • Peoria, Illinois AreaCreated 11 years ago in Industries / OtherI was a leader on the executive committee of a top ranked Embassy Suites. In several roles, I was in charge of: daily financial management, budgeting, purchasing, team organization, hiring, customer service, brand improvement, public relations, marketing, housekeeping design, and other areas. I have had successes and failures over the years and would be happy to share my experiences.Ben Mitzelfelt Peoria, Illinois Area(19)
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BM$4.17/min per minute(19)KickstarterBen Mitzelfelt • Peoria, Illinois AreaCreated 11 years ago in Funding / KickstarterI was a post-launch consultant for Iguaneye and aided them in refocusing their message and ultimately achieving their goal.Ben Mitzelfelt Peoria, Illinois Area(19)
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BM$4.17/min per minute(19)Business Advice and CoachingBen Mitzelfelt • Peoria, Illinois AreaCreated 7 years ago in Business / Getting StartedWhether you are up against a tough decision or need to talk over your next move, I will offer straight forward advise to maximize your potential and reduce your risk. I have been there before, let’s work together to get you moving.Ben Mitzelfelt Peoria, Illinois Area(19)
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First phone call was very productive and smooth
Source: Clarity peter kohn May 17, 2024JM
Ben shared links, business strategies, and potential moves for me to pivot towards or away from. I now know my idea is not as original as I thought, but It's comforting to know i'll be in competion with other businesses. So now I unfortunatley and FORTUNATELY have to go back to the drawing board. My strategy and unique but PROVEN model has been validated by others. So maybe I can be the burger king, in a sea of McDonald's businesses. That's ok too. Thanks Ben!
Source: Clarity Justin McKnight May 4, 2022NB
Thank you very much Ben! very helpfull advise!
Source: Clarity Nicolas Bergero Nov 27, 2020MA
Ben was amazing at giving me the right advise.
Source: Clarity Mike Achour Jul 3, 2018VR
It was a great discussion with Ben. He provided very insightful and good information. Will definitely book another call.
Source: Clarity Vikrant Rayate Sep 26, 2017CL
Super knowledgeable and generous with his time and expertise.
Source: Clarity Cody Lister Jun 16, 2017RM
Ben was super helpful, very nice. I asked about how hotels might use facebook for booking. He gave me an overview of what software different sized hotels use, and use cases for how they might use facebook. He also gave me some great ideas on other industries to look at. Highly recommended!
Source: Clarity Russell Miller Sep 1, 2016ZR
Ben was really great in helping me understand a space I'm not very unfamiliar with. I'll definitely consider scheduling a follow up as I have more questions.
Source: Clarity Zach Rachins Jul 28, 2016NJ
Ben did some preliminary work up from and was able to give me a couple of really solid perspectives I had overlooked regarding team structure.
Source: Clarity Nicholas Jones Oct 7, 2015NC
Ben is a thoughtful person with what seems like a very wide range of experience. What I especially appreciated was his willingness to be open and connect as a person - that was what I needed.
Source: Clarity Natalie Chou Dec 23, 2014BM
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Depends on the Brand and the Org, but mostly Yes.
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I would be able to talk this over with you, but broadly speaking you would be talking with the sales team at the corporate level. Or General Manager at the individual property.
Product Strategy
Coaching
Kickstarter
Small Business Coaching
Product Development
Business Coaching
Food & Beverage
Hospitality
Restaurants
Staff Management
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