Meet the Small Business Experts, Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Where: Representative Susan Valdes' Office, Tampa
When: Wednesday, March 20, 2019 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Starting a small business? Don't know where to start? Own a business and need to get certified? Join the Florida SBDC at University of South Florida and State Representative Susan Valdes' office for Meet the Small Business Experts on National SBDC Day. Learn about the no-cost resources the Florida SBDC at USF has to offer small business owners in the Tampa Bay region. Have the opportunity to speak with three experts who specialize in pre-venture, startup, finance, and business certification. Stay five minutes or an hour! Light refreshments provided.
Speaker: Yanina Rosario, Pablo Arroyo, Brad Owens, Florida SBDC at USF Experts
Fee: No Cost
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Growing a Successful Federal Contracting Small Business, Thursday, March 21, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, March 21, 2019 7:45 AM to 9:00 AM
Topic: Government Contracting
Other Transaction Agreements (OTA's) - A game-changer in federal contracting.
How can your company leverage these non-standard procurement contracts? This program will define OTA's, their role within the Department of Defense, and to discuss in greater detail a specific category of OTAs that may be procured in this manner.
The principal purpose of OTA is for Research and Development, Experimental Use, and cutting-edge technological solutions to advance the DoD mission.
(OTAs) have been around for decades, but not many companies know about them and not many Government Agencies use them to their full potential. OTA's fall outside of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and are not subject to the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA). They provide vastly greater flexibility in terms and conditions and can significantly reduce the acquisition timeline to award a funded agreement. In the most basic sense, they are meant to align Government procurement with commercial practices in order to bring the right people to the table. Many companies flat-out refuse to sell to the Government because of the burdensome overhead that they would need to adopt. Unfortunately, this limits the innovation pool for certain Government customers and can hinder our Nation's defensive capabilities if we are not getting the best technology, equipment, or supplies to the individuals responsible for safeguarding US interests.
Speaker: Capt. John Kenney, USAF
Capt. Kenney serves as a Contracting Officer for Special Operations Command (SOCOM) at MacDill AFB executing Research and Development contracts for the Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit (TALOS) effort. He also is an Agreements Officer and facilitates major outreach events to identify novel commercial technology and award Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) for tailored solutions to advance the mission effectiveness of SOCOM's personnel. He has helped launch SOCOM's first-ever Collider Event and Disrupter Event.
Speaker: Capt. John Kenney, USAF, Facilitator: Karen Krymski, Business Consultant, Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center USF
Co-Sponsor: ServisFirst, Gulfcoast Underwriters, & Bass Berry Sims
*Registration will open 3/13/2019
*Full Breakfast Included with Fee
*Pre-Registration Required. No Walk-Ins
Fee: $ 15.00
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Financing Your Business, Thursday, March 21, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, March 21, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Topic: Access to Capital
Are you looking for money for your business? Are you considering a SBA loan? This seminar will help you zero in on the right funding choices for your business and avoid
money scams. Our financing veteran will educate you on how to ask for a loan, get prepared for the bank and where to find money in a tight-fisted economy.
You'll explore:
. SBA loans: when, where and how to apply
. How to plan your financing request to banks
. Which banks are making loan
. Angel investors and venture capitalists
. Six Cs of credit and how credit scores affect your business
. The fundamentals of royalties, licensing and supplier credit
. Busting the myths about small business grants
Speaker: Brad Owens, Florida SBDC at USF, Business Consultant & Dennis Drolet, BankUnited, Vice President, Branch Sales Leader, IV
TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 15.00
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International Travel Security Awareness & Country Briefing, Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Topic: International Trade
Designed specifically for the unique needs of business
professionals traveling overseas to assess international
landscapes for opportunities. Attendees will be introduced
to concepts designed to raise awareness of personal
and proprietary vulnerabilities when traveling &
feasible measures to mitigate those risks. A country
specific briefing will also be included for upcoming
trade missions/shows.
Topics include:
? Security Considerations for Business Professionals Overseas
? Street Crime and Common Pitfalls
? Loss Prevention and Proprietary Compromise
? Basic Emergency Action Planning
? Security Awareness Brief for Morocco
? Individual Security Consultations available
Speaker: Adam Barlow, Founder and CEO,
Axiom Solutions Network LLC
Co-Sponsor: Sponsored by: SunTrust
Fee: $ 15.00
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Business Marketing Series, Tuesday, April 02, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
In addition to the Business Startup Series, we've put together this four-course Business Marketing Series providing additional tools all entrepreneurs need to have to assist with marketing their business. Learn about online strategies, along with the impact cybersecurity has on your business, and be empowered to start implementing and improving on your client reach utilizing social media and other tools. Learn from the experts.
Week 1. Cybersecurity Basics - Tues., April 2, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Week 2. Ignite Your Online Marketing - Thurs., April 11, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM & Using SEO to Improve Your Google Rankings - Thurs., April 11, 2019 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Week 3. Social Media Strategies - The Basics - Wed., April 17, 2019 from 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Included: 4 classes in a three week period, 10 hours of instruction, handouts and textbooks.
Speaker: Florida SBDC at USF Business Consultants
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 150.00
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Cybersecurity Basics for Small Business, Tuesday, April 02, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Topic: Cybersecurity
Cyber-attacks are on the rise and, increasingly, small businesses are at risk. According to Symantec's 2016 Internet Security Threat Report, 43 percent of attacks worldwide were targeted at small businesses with fewer than 250 employees. Looking to enhance your business' cybersecurity measures? The Florida SBDC at USF is excited to announce this new workshop that will provide the education and resources to protect your business, customers, employees, and profits from cyber-attacks. The Byte-Size Small Business Cybersecurity workshop will cover four topics:
* basic cybersecurity threats
* security
* remediation
* cybersecurity resources
The event will also feature a panel of experts, including: Robert Lindsey of Regions Bank; Adam B. Brouillet of Trenam Law; and Doug Stopper of Cyber Risk Consulting.
A key takeaway and the foundation for these workshops is a new in-depth resource guide, which offers user-friendly information to help your business become more cyber-secure.
Speaker: Panelist: Karen Krymski
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 25.00
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Ignite Your Online Marketing, Thursday, April 11, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, April 11, 2019 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Stuck in "the web?" Online marketing doesn't have to be so frustrating. Attend this seminar to learn how you can take advantage of incredible online marketing tools that will enable your business to have a successful online presence. You'll learn about the four Google resources that can help you attract customers as well as how to get local exposure with Google Places; how to increase productivity with Google Apps; and how to measure success with Google Analytics.
Speaker: Gina Smith
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 45.00
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Using SEO to Improve Your Google Rankings, Thursday, April 11, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, April 11, 2019 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Search engine optimization is a major component of any successful online marketing. This seminar will teach you how to develop a SEO strategy, based on methods of the book, "SEO: 2015 & Beyond," by industry expert, Dr. Andy Williams. You'll learn how to select keywords that are proven performers, combine the keywords into site content and boost site popularity. More specifically, attendees will master:
* Basic SEO terms
* Understanding Google Search results
* How to use several free SEO tools
* How to build quality content into your site
* How to measure results using free tools, such as Google Analytics
All attendees get a copy of Williams's, ""SEO: 2017 & Beyond."
Speaker: Gina Smith
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 60.00
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Women/Minority & Veteran Certification, Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, April 16, 2019 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
It's no myth.women, minority and veteran certification could present opportunities for your business. But there is a process to becoming certified. In this class, you will learn how to complete the State of Florida certification application and discover how you can use it to seek business with the private sector and government.
Speaker: Eileen Rodriguez
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 15.00
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Basic Government Contracting 101, Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, April 16, 2019 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
Ready.set.sell to the federal government!
This workshop provides information on registering with the federal government,
how to locate federal opportunities, who to market to within the federal government, and so much more!
Speaker: Karen Krymski
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 15.00
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Social Media Strategies - The Basics, Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Wednesday, April 17, 2019 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Want to utilize social media to grow your business but not sure where to start? Join us to learn the basics of how to use the most popular social media platforms - Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube - as an essential addition to your marketing mix. This seminar will touch on the basics of utilizing the most successful platforms and show real-world examples of how to use them effectively.
Speaker: Stacey Dadd
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 25.00
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Women/Minority & Veteran Certification, Thursday, May 02, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, May 02, 2019 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
It's no myth.women, minority and veteran certification could present opportunities for your business. But there is a process to becoming certified. In this class, you will learn how to complete the State of Florida certification application and discover how you can use it to seek business with the private sector and government.
Speaker: Yanina Rosario
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 15.00
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Subcontracting & Teaming, Thursday, May 02, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, May 02, 2019 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
For many small businesses, entry into government contracting will or should begin as a subcontractor. This seminar will provide the small business owner with an understanding of the overall subcontracting process, including the format for a Subcontract and Teaming agreement, how to protect your company during the relationship and the overall benefits of subcontracting. This seminar will also provide the suggested rules of engagement and the contractual relationship between prime contractor, subcontractor and the government, for small businesses in the Tampa Bay region.
Speaker: Karen Krymski
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 20.00
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2019 Business Awards Celebration Luncheon, Tuesday, May 07, 2019
Where: Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel, Tampa
When: Tuesday, May 07, 2019 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Topic: Customer Relations
For more than 40 years the Florida SBDC at University of South Florida has provided the individual consulting and business technical assistance entrepreneurs need to help their businesses grow and succeed. On May 7, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will join the Florida SBDC at USF, in celebration of National Small Business Week, to recognize area businesses with the Florida SBDC at USF Awards and U.S. SBA Awards. The 2019 Business Awards Celebration luncheon will feature U.S. SBA Administrator Linda McMahon as the keynote speaker, as we celebrate entrepreneurship in the Tampa Bay region.
Fee: $ 35.00
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Business Startup Series, Tuesday, May 07, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, May 07, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
After working with thousands of business owners each year, we've put together six courses that make up the critical business foundation all entrepreneurs need to know before starting a business. The series will take you through determining feasibility and legal structures; developing financial projections; obtaining a loan; accounting and bookkeeping processes; and attracting customers. Don't be intimidated, go ahead and take the first step. Learn from the experts.
Week 1
. Starting Your Business- Tues., May 7 from 5:30-8:00 PM
You've got the idea. Now, learn the essentials you need to get started. Course covers taxes, licenses and entity selection for forming partnerships, LLCs and corporations.
. Marketing Your Business- Thurs., May 9 from 5:30-8:30 PM
"Build it and they will come" is NOT a marketing strategy! This pivotal seminar will help you avoid the "Big Mistake" made by unsuccessful start-ups.
Week 2
. Basic Business Taxes- Tues., May 14 from 5:30-8:30 PM
Every business must report taxes but how you pay depends on the type of business you have. Taught by a CPA
. Building Your Business Plan with LivePlan- Thurs., May 16 from 5:30-8:30 PM
Business planning is the foundation to starting a new venture. Receive all the tools necessary to complete a practical business plan. Registration includes a six-month subscription of the LivePlan web-based business planning software.
Week 3
. Bookkeeping Basics- Tues., May 21 from 5:30-8:30 PM
Learn how to properly classify and record basic business transactions.
. Financing Your Business- Thurs., March 23 from 5:30-8:00 PM
In this course, an experienced SBA business loan specialist will teach you how to ask for a loan, get prepared for the bank and find money in a tight-fisted economy.
Included: 6 classes over 3 week period, 17 hours of instruction, handouts and software.
Plus: By taking the course as a series you're getting the Financing Your Business Seminar for free.
Speaker: Several Consultants
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in North & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 199.00
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Starting Your Business, Tuesday, May 07, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, May 07, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
You've got the idea. Now you need to know how to get on your way. From how to determine feasibility and legal structures to the types of license you'll need, this class covers all the essentials that will help you get started.
Speaker: Scott Carpenter
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 15.00
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Marketing Your Business, Thursday, May 09, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, May 09, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
You know why your business rocks. Does anyone else?
Take this class to uncover the characteristics that make up your business'
DNA. Soon, you'll be able to boost consumer loyalty and company profits. After answering the two most important questions in all of marketing, you'll be ready to skillfully implement
customer-winning strategies and face the competition.
SBDC Quick Tip: Marketing Your Business is a must-take class to attend before launching that website, product or new business!
Speaker: Scott Carpenter
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 25.00
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Basic Business Taxes, Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, May 14, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Topic: Tax Planning
There's no way to get around it-every business must report taxes. But how you pay your taxes all depends on the type of business you have. This class explores the taxation process and filing requirements for sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations.
Speaker: Special Guest: Todd Unbehagen, EA, Unbehagen Advisors
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 15.00
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Building Your Business Plan With LivePlan, Thursday, May 16, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, May 16, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Business planning is the foundation to starting a new venture, raising funds or growing your existing business. Receive all the tools necessary to complete a practical business plan. Seminar registration includes a six-month subscription of the LivePlan web-based business planning software. Our expert advice simplifies conducting the research necessary to make decisions and develop financial projections. Don't be intimidated, take the first step today!
Speaker: Brad Owens
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 99.00
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Bookkeeping Basics, Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Tuesday, May 21, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget
Proper bookkeeping is essential to managing your business. Learn how to classify and record basic business transactions, enter data into an account, chart accounts, and many basic accounting terms. You'll also learn what you must hold on to for tax compliance and find out what accounting software might be useful to help make your bookkeeping easier.
Speaker: Bill Burnham
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 45.00
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Financing Your Business, Thursday, May 23, 2019
Where: FSBDC at the University of South Florida, Port Tampa Bay Building, Tampa
When: Thursday, May 23, 2019 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Topic: Access to Capital
Are you looking for money for your business? Are you considering a SBA loan? This seminar will help you zero in on the right funding choices for your business and avoid
money scams. Our financing veteran will educate you on how to ask for a loan, get prepared for the bank and where to find money in a tight-fisted economy.
You'll explore:
. SBA loans: when, where and how to apply
. How to plan your financing request to banks
. Which banks are making loan
. Angel investors and venture capitalists
. Six Cs of credit and how credit scores affect your business
. The fundamentals of royalties, licensing and supplier credit
. Busting the myths about small business grants
Speaker: Mitch Lairmore
TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank
*Be prepared to sign-in and produce a government issued identification with the security guard while attending training seminars at the Port Tampa Bay location.
*Parking Available in Visitor Parking & South Lots Only
Fee: $ 15.00
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