Where: Collaboratory - Southwest Florida Community Foundation
When: Monday, June 27, 2022 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Your employees are more important than ever. In this 2-hour class, you will learn how to create an incentive program that pays for itself in increased profits. At the same time, your employees will be motivated by meaningful rewards.
We'll show you how to introduce it with maximum motivational impact.
You will leave with resources that can be used year after year.
This class is intended for businesses with employees.
MEM is a unique combination of classroom learning, one-to-one guidance from a consultant and business networking with one goal: making your marketing sticky, memorable & unmissable to your ideal customer.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
If you send emails, run ads, write website content, post on social media, or run any sort of marketing campaigns to grow your business...this is for you.
The Marketing Essentials Mastermind is specially designed for business owners, new to mid-level marketing representatives and managers. As well as sales managers, sales representatives and other company employees who impact or interact with the marketing function. This course assumes no previous background in marketing.
YOUR FACILITATOR:
Pattti Guerzo
I help new and existing businesses learn to do things the "easier way," saving costs and aggravation. I can show you how to retain and expand your team in this competitive market, without breaking your payroll bank.
Speaker: Patti Guerzo
The Florida SBDC at Florida Gulf Coast University is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide partnership program nationally accredited by the Association of America's SBDCs and funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Department of Defense, State of Florida, and other private and public partners with the University of West Florida serving as the network's lead host institution. Florida SBDC services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for limited Englisch proficient individuals.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. To request accommodation or language assistance, please contact Florida SBDC at Florida Gulf Coast University, 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Lucas Hall, Fort Myers, FL 33965, 239-745-3700.
Fee: No Cost
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Digital Marketing, Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, June 28, 2022 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Go beyond the marketing basics. This class will build on marketing fundamentals to help you clarify your business target markets and competition, develop marketing strategies, and learn techniques to enhance your business by attracting more customers and keep them coming back.
For more information and to register for this workshop, please visit FSBDC at Hillsborough County.
Speaker: Jason Crawford
Co-Sponsor: Plant City Chamber of Commerce
Fee: No Cost
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Big Skills for Leading Small: Building Great Teams, Thursday, June 30, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, June 30, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Managing a Business
Learn the Single Best Tool for Creating Teams that Perform
It's no secret we are facing new challenges as small business owners. The current labor market has put employees in a position of power and, for the first time in decades, the pool of eligible employees is declining. The incentives to work with larger companies is increasing with offers of free tuition, signing bonuses, and even cash for just applying!
As a small business, how do you compete?
One of the best things you can do is to keep the people you currently have. To do this, you must keep them happy and excited about working with you. Want to know how to do just that? If so, join us for our 1-hour webinar July 15th to learn the #1 tool for creating teams that perform, are engaged and even happy!
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Please note: Certain device's Operating Systems (e.g. Windows S mode), browsers, programs/features, applications, firewalls, etc. may exist that restrict you from accessing this GoToWebinar session and its features. If you run into such technical difficulties please do any of the following:
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Speaker: Monica Williams
Elly Membreno
Jessica Ali
Co-Sponsor: Orange County Government
Fee: No Cost
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Subcontracting & Teaming, Thursday, June 30, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, June 30, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Sponsored by: PTAC
Speaker: Karen Krymski, Procurement Specialist, Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center at University of South Florida
This Procurement Technical Assistance Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
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Fee: No Cost
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Food Industry Basics, Thursday, June 30, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, June 30, 2022 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Focused on the food industry? Get the information you need to run a small business food enterprise. This course will cover the basic requirements for starting your own restaurant, catering business, or a mobile food dispensing cart.
For more information and to register for this workshop, please visit FSBDC at Hillsborough County.
Speaker: Janette Blanco
Fee: No Cost
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A&O Mesa redondas de pequeñas empresas 2022, Thursday, June 30, 2022
Where: A&O Church, Miami
When: Thursday, June 30, 2022 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
La Iglesia Alpha & Omega (A&O) y Florida SBDC en FIU se complacen en anunciar el cuarto año consecutivo de su cooperación en los talleres mensuales para mesa redondas. Estos talleres se enfocan en brindar recursos e información a los empresarios hispanos que buscan iniciar o hacer crecer su negocio. Las mesas redondas incluirán expertos y exitosos empresarios que brindarán información importante para ayudarle en su negocio..
Jueves 27 de enero - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas: empresas: marketing en un entorno post-COVID
COVID-19 ha cambiado todos los aspectos del negocio, incluyendo la forma en la que contactamos a los clientes. Este panel de discusión revisará las mejores tenicas de mercadeo. Le enseñaremos cómo su empresa puede tomar medidas ahora, para tener éxito después del COVID.
Jueves 24 de febrero - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: Préstamos de la SBA y acceso a capital
El acceso a capital fue difícil para muchas empresas antes del COVID-19. Ya sea que esté comenzando o necesite capital para crecer, es importante comprender el entorno crediticio actual y lo que buscan los prestamistas al financiar un negocio. Este panel le brindará la perspectiva del prestamista y compartirán consejos cuando usted busque oportunidades de financiamiento.
Jueves 31 de marzo - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: contratación gubernamental
Navegar por el área de la contratación gubernamental puede ser difícil si no cuenta con un plan estratégico y no sabe dónde buscar oportunidades. Este panel de discusión proporcionará sugerencias de empresas exitosas y expertos en el área, para ayudar a que su negocio tenga éxito con los contratos gubernamentales.
Jueves 28 de abril - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: cómo iniciar y hacer crecer un negocio exitoso
¿Qué hace a un emprendedor exitoso? Escuche a los dueños de negocios sobre su experiencia y sugerencias para comenzar un negocio.
Jueves 26 de mayo - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: Beneficios y problemas con la subcontratación de servicios de contabilidad
A medida que crecen, muchos dueños de negocios luchan por mantener la contabilidad y la nómina internamente o subcontratar estos servicios. Este panel discutirá cuándo y cuándo no subcontratar y otros factores a considerar, como el uso de software como QuickBooks.
Jueves 30 de junio - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: ¿Cómo construir el equipo adecuado?
El éxito empresarial está más relacionado que nunca con tener el equipo adecuado. Pero, ¿cómo construyes ese equipo? Este panel discutirá cómo encontrar el equipo adecuado para un negocio exitoso.
Jueves 28 de julio - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: ¿Cómo sabes cuando tu negocio está creciendo?
¿Tu negocio está creciendo? ¿Sabes cómo medir el éxito? Este panel discutirá cómo medir y gestionar el crecimiento empresarial.
Jueves 25 de agosto - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: ¿Cómo retener a los empleados?
Retener empleados de calidad es esencial para la salud y el éxito de su negocio. ¿Sabes cómo mantener estos empleados clave? Este panel discutirá estrategias para mantener y recompensar a los empleados de calidad a medida que crece su negocio.
Jueves 29 de septiembre - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: ¿Cómo fijar el precio de productos y/o servicios?
Ya sea que su negocio sea comercio minorista, construcción o servicios profesionales, es importante entender cómo fijar correctamente el precio de productos y/o servicios, ya que esto puede afectar el resultado final y el éxito del negocio. Este panel discutirá los precios y las estrategias para equilibrar las ganancias exitosamente.
Jueves 27 de octubre - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas empresas: Errores financieros más comunes que cometen las empresas y estrategias para solucionarlos
Todos los días, los dueños de negocios toman decisiones. Ya sea la contabilidad inadecuada, una fijación de precios deficiente o un presupuesto de flujo de caja incorrecto, todas las decisiones afectan la rentabilidad del negocio. Este panel revisará problemas financieros comunes y estrategias para evitarlos o abordarlos.
Jueves 17 de noviembre - A&O Mesa redonda de pequeñas: Franquicias: lo que necesita saber
¿Es propietario de una pequeña empresa que busca una franquicia? ¿Es usted un emprendedor interesado en adquirir una franquicia? Este dinámico seminario en línea le brindará conocimientos comerciales y legales, claves para tomar una decisión informada sobre las franquicias. En particular, los puntos a tratar en el seminario serán: . Descripción de las opciones de franquicia . Pros y contras de las franquicias . Cómo evaluar las oportunidades de franquicia . Preparar un negocio para obtener una franquicia
Co-Sponsor: La Iglesia Alpha & Omega (A&O) y Florida SBDC en FIU en asociación con Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center, MBAF, Academia, USI Insurance Services, Professional Bank, Daniels, Rodriguez, Berkeley, Daniels & Cruz,
Fee: No Cost
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Cybersecurity Basics for Small Businesses Course (On Demand), On Demand
Where: Online
When: On Demand, available until July 01
Topic: Cybersecurity
There is no getting around the fact that cybersecurity is not a subject that can be safely ignored. It is true that small business owners have a great deal of responsibility, and have to juggle a lot of important things. But cybersecurity must now fall into the category of "Business Critical." While no technology or program can stop every attack, taking basic precautions can reduce your risk of your business falling victim. Take the Florida SBDC's no-cost cybersecurity course to understand threats and basic strategies to avoid costly mistakes. This course can be completed in approximately 1 hour. A certificate of completion is available upon finishing the course.
To register and access this event, please click link below.
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Design Thinking Basics for Small Businesses Course (On Demand), On Demand
Where: Online
When: On Demand, available until July 01
Topic: Business Basics
Design thinking is a way to innovate and approach user centered solutions to problems. Many businesses have adopted design thinking to guide business decisions, to innovate, and to grow. Take the Florida SBDC's no-cost online course to begin developing a design thinking mindset, understand the stages, see examples, and access tips and tools you can use. This course takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes to complete and there is a certificate available upon course completion.
To register and access this course, please click link below.
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Know Your Numbers: Data & Information for Small Businesses Course (On Demand), On Demand
Where: Online
When: On Demand, available until July 01
Topic: Business Basics
Design thinking is a way to innovate and approach user centered solutions to problems. Many businesses have adopted design thinking to guide business decisions, to innovate, and to grow. Take the Florida SBDC's no-cost online course to begin developing a design thinking mindset, understand the stages, see examples, and access tips and tools you can use. This course takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes to complete and there is a certificate available upon course completion.
To register and access this course, please click link below.
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Starting A Business, Tuesday, July 05, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 05, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
The best way to get started! Receive information on the necessary licenses permits, legal documents and requirements to do business in the State of Florida. Learn to refine your ideas into a plan for success.
Fee: No Cost
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Gaining Access to Pinellas County Government Contracting, Tuesday, July 05, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 05, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Learn what it takes to contract or subcontract with Pinellas County. Gain insights to Pinellas County's sourcing methods, online resources, and tips for doing business with Pinellas County. Find out what it takes to become a Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and the benefits the program offers, as well as the new Contract Compliance Management System-B2Gnow software system being used to assist companies.
Fee: No Cost
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Business Plan In A Day, Wednesday, July 06, 2022
Where: Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce, Brandon
When: Wednesday, July 06, 2022 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Business planning is the foundation to starting a new venture, raising funds or growing your business. Receive all the tools necessary to complete a practical business plan. Our expert advice simplifies conducting necessary research to make decisions and develop financial projections. Don't be intimidated, take the first step.
For more information and to register for this workshop, please visit FSBDC at Hillsborough County.
Speaker: Shawn Ferguson and Robert Pierce III
Co-Sponsor: Brandon Chamber of Commerce
Fee: No Cost
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Government Contracting: Overview, Wednesday, July 06, 2022
Where: Online
When: Wednesday, July 06, 2022 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
Federal, State, and Local Government procurement is the largest target market in the world. The question is usually not "Does the government buy what you are selling?"...it is more "Can you be competitive enough and relentless enough to position your business to win government contracts?". If you think you can be competitive, then government contracting may be a good growth opportunity for your business.
The "Government Contracting Overview" seminar, presented by the Florida PTAC at UCF in partnership with the Florida SBDC at UCF, is designed for established small business owners with some commercial momentum that are curious about government contracting, as well as business owners that may already be involved in government contracting.
This workshop will present government contracting in three components:
- Positioning for Government Contracting
- Developing Reactive Business Development Strategies
- Developing Proactive Business Development Strategies
Specifically, we will discuss registration requirements, social-economic certification opportunities, market research tools, Florida PTAC's "Bid-Match" system, and what we refer to as the initial "Marketing Tool Kit" for government contractors.
Join us for this great learning opportunity!
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Fee: No Cost
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Starting a Business, Wednesday, July 06, 2022
Where: Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce, Gulf Breeze
When: Wednesday, July 06, 2022 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Have an idea for a business, but not sure where to start? In this workshop, we will talk about business concepts and find answers to many of your questions: Is there a need for your product or service? Can you make money with your business idea? Is this business compatible with your goals? What rules, laws and licenses apply to your business? Attendees will learn legal business structures, best management practices, funding options, basic marketing strategies. We will also talk about how to write a business plan and the importance of financial statements. After attending, you will be assigned a Florida SBDC Business Consultant to get assistance (at no cost to you) in moving through the stages of your business venture.
Speaker: Christa Wilson, Assistant Director, Florida SBDC at UWF
Co-Sponsor: BancorpSouth and Wells Fargo
Fee: $ 50.00
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How to Start Your Business, Thursday, July 07, 2022
Where: SBDC at the University of Central Florida, National Entrepreneur Ctr, Orlando
When: Thursday, July 07, 2022 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
If you're thinking of starting a business, it's important to take the right steps. This course will give you an overview of what to know, actions to take, and how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success.
Speaker: Chuck Wheeler - SBDC Consultant
Fee: No Cost
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Building Networks to Successfully Secure Local Contracts (Webinar), Thursday, July 07, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 07, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Is your business looking to get into government contracting? Don't know where to start?
One of the best avenues to successfully grow your business through contracting is to start with local governments contracts. Local governments are regularly seeking to do business with qualified small businesses in their area. It is a win-win situation as you support them as a local vendor and these contracts give you the experience to move up to larger contracts.
This training will provide key insights such as: ·How to evaluate if government contracting is right for your business ·How to search for opportunities and develop the best plan to be successful ·How to properly market your business to potential buyers
Co-Sponsor: Florida SBDC at FIU in association with Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center
Fee: No Cost
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Starting Your Business, Thursday, July 07, 2022
Where: Florida SBDC at Hillsborough County, Tampa, FL
When: Thursday, July 07, 2022 1:00 PM to 3:00 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 licenses you'll need, this class covers all the essentials that help you get started.
For more information and to register for this workshop, please visit FSBDC at Hillsborough County.
Speaker: Robert Pierce III
Fee: No Cost
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Setup Accounting & Taxes, Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget
Get an overview of tax requirements needed to satisfy IRS regulations and the generally accepted accounting procedures your business needs to manage your growth.
Fee: No Cost
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Doing Business With The Federal Government, Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
This class will provide information on how to business with the Federal Government, how to located federal opportunities, and the steps necessary to access federal business certification programs.
Speaker: Yolanda Goodloe
Fee: No Cost
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SBIR / STTR Funding Innovative Research, Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Learn how the Federal Government funds innovative Research. Discover Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Grants that help start-ups and small businesses transform their high-risk, high impact technologies into marketable products and services that solve real problems.
Fee: No Cost
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Palatka - How to STARTUP Your Business, Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Where: Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, Palatka
When: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Fee: No Cost
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Government Contracting 101, Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Where: Online
When: Wednesday, July 13, 2022 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
Government Contracting 101 will provide you with the basics of what you need to know to prepare for entering the federal government market by
- learning the procurement process and how to register
- discovering how to market your business to the federal government
- understanding the requirements for certification of small, disadvantaged, women, veteran, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses
We will also briefly go over the State of Florida and local government contracting.
Note: This workshop is for educational use only and is not individualized to each attendee. For any PTAC individualized government contracting assistance please visit the FSBDC website at https://fptac.org/erfc/ and click on Pensacola to request consulting.
Speaker: Leslie Nguyen, Procurement Specialist, Florida PTAC at UWF
Co-Sponsor: BancorpSouth and Wells Fargo
A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of the webinar.
Fee: No Cost
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Where: Online
When: Wednesday, July 13, 2022 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
The SBA's 8(a) Business Development ("BD") program is one of the most powerful federal government certification programs that permit eligible, certified businesses to obtain sole source and limited competition contracting opportunities.
In order to ensure that applicant businesses are eligible for certification, the SBA conducts a thorough review of an applicant's business - including review of business documents, company tax returns, personal tax returns for some owners, and on-site interviews. However, due to the overall complexity of the application and its underlying regulations, many applicants have trouble actually achieving certification, or their applications languish in the evaluation process.
This event will be held using GoToWebinar. Register at GoToWebinar
Please note: Certain device's Operating Systems (e.g. Windows S mode), browsers, programs/features, applications, firewalls, etc. may exist that restrict you from accessing this GoToWebinar session and its features. If you run into such technical difficulties please do any of the following
- Use Microsoft Edge
- Restart your device
- Disable Microsoft S Mode
- Configure your device's firewall to allow GoTo Webinar to run.
- Use a different device.
Fee: No Cost
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Use YouTube to Grow Your Business, Thursday, July 14, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 14, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Learn how to use YouTube and the power of video to promote your business or brand.
In this workshop we'll cover: Creating and organizing a YouTube channel Adding videos and streaming with YouTube Live Video ad formats
Sponsored by : Google
Speaker: Stacey Dadd
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Fee: No Cost
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Business Plans Made Easy, Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Develop the right plan for your business needs. Receive an overview which features easy financials, a simple pitch format, and performance tracking. Ideal for new or experienced business owners to manage business growth, communicate ideas, or borrow money.
Fee: No Cost
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Make Your Website Work For You, Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Grow your business's online presence! Discover the best tips for launching or sprucing up your business website. Find out how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals.
Speaker: Matt Weber, President and CEO of ROAR! Internet Marketing and Speaker, Grow With Google at Google
Co-Sponsor: Grow with Google, BancorpSouth and Wells Fargo
A Zoom link will be provided prior to the webinar.
Fee: No Cost
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Starting a Business, Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Where: Florida SBDC at UWF - Emerald Coast Campus, Library, Room 836, Fort Walton Beach
When: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
You have an idea for a business. What's the first step? Take the idea that has been forming in your head and see if you can turn it into an actual business. In this three-hour workshop, we will take an in-depth view of your business concept and discuss the steps to a successful start. Is there a need for your product or service? Can you make money at it? Are you the right person to bring this to market? Is this business compatible with your personal goals? What rules, laws and licensing apply to your business? We will discuss funding options for your business, basic marketing strategies, legal business structures, taxation, and the nuts-and-bolts of launching your new venture. After attending this workshop, you will have access to a Florida SBDC Business Consultant to assist you (at no cost) as you create your business plan and move toward your goals.
Speaker: Ayesha Haider, Associate Director, Florida SBDC at UWF
Fee: $ 50.00
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Building the Ultimate Business Plan, Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Business planning is the foundation to starting a new venture, raising funds, or growing your existing business. It serves as an important roadmap for your business. Receive the basic tools necessary to complete a practical business plan in this seminar, including how to conduct the research necessary to make decisions and develop financial projections.
Sponsored by: Fifth Third
Speaker: Bill Burnham
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Fee: No Cost
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Entrepreneurship/Cybersecurity Lunch and Learn, Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Where: Cocoa Community Dining Room - EFSC, Conference Room, Cocoa Community Dining Room
When: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Cybersecurity
Fee: No Cost
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Starting Your Business, Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Where: Florida SBDC at Hillsborough County, Tampa, FL
When: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 1:00 PM to 3:00 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 licenses you'll need, this class covers all the essentials that help you get started.
For more information and to register for this workshop, please visit FSBDC at Hillsborough County.
Speaker: Shawn Ferguson
Fee: No Cost
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Leverage Your Network to Boost Sales & Drive Impact, Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Where: Online
When: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Attendees will walk away from the workshop knowing: Simple tips to bridge the gap between face-to-face and on-line communication, the importance of knowing why you stand for what you stand for, and how to make a lasting (positive) impressions with peers and centers of influence
Speaker: Erica Castner
Fee: No Cost
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CRM Basics: Managing Your Growth Machine, Thursday, July 21, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 21, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Managing a Business
Many business owners and executives understand they should use a customer relationship management (CRM) tool as the machine to manage their growth activities, however over 40% do not have a CRM. And many of those with CRM's in place are not using it effectively. That's a missed opportunity. This discussion will take some of the mystery out of the CRM machine for small business owners and execs. Our focus will be on how a CRM can be programmed specifically for the an individual business and made to work for you.
Register at GoToWebinar
Please note: Certain device's Operating Systems (e.g. Windows S mode), browsers, programs/features, applications, firewalls, etc. may exist that restrict you from accessing this GoToWebinar session and its features. If you run into such technical difficulties please do any of the following:
- Use Microsoft Edge
- Restart your device
- Disable Microsoft S Mode
- Configure your device's firewall to allow GoTo Webinar to run.
- Use a different device.
Speaker: John Finnegan
Fee: No Cost
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Show Me the Money: Financing Your Business, Thursday, July 21, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 21, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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
Sponsored by: Financial Access FCU
Speaker: Brad Owens, Business Consultant, Florida SBDC at USF
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Fee: No Cost
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GovCon Workshop 2 of 4 - "Roadmap to GovCon...Getting on the Road", Thursday, July 21, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 21, 2022 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
Part 2 of this 4 part series focuses the steps to register your company to do business with the Federal and State government. Key elements will be what information to compile ahead of time in order to register efficiently followed by live on-line demonstrations of where to go and how to do it.
Speaker: Mark Odell
Fee: No Cost
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Starting a Business, Friday, July 22, 2022
Where: Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce, Milton
When: Friday, July 22, 2022 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
You have an idea for a business. What's the first step? Take the idea that has been forming in your head and see if you can turn it into an actual business. In this three-hour workshop, we will take an in-depth view of your business concept and discuss the steps to a successful start. Is there a need for your product or service? Can you make money at it? Are you the right person to bring this to market? Is this business compatible with your personal goals? What rules, laws and licensing apply to your business? We will discuss funding options for your business, basic marketing strategies, legal business structures, taxation, and the fundamentals of launching your new venture. After attending this workshop, you will have access to a Florida SBDC Business Consultant to assist you (at no cost) as you create your business plan and move toward your goals.
Speaker: Jennifer Kunz, Business Consultant, Florida SBDC at UWF
Co-Sponsor: BancorpSouth and Wells Fargo
Park and enter at the rear of the building.
Fee: $ 50.00
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Where: Collaboratory - Southwest Florida Community Foundation
When: Monday, July 25, 2022 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
SESSION OVERVIEW:
Search Engine Optimization....Tips and Tricks to Help You be Found in Search: a content marketing strategy that also happens to be a 'white hat' SEO hack and Content Territories for Social Media
MEM is a unique combination of classroom learning, one-to-one guidance from a consultant and business networking with one goal: making your marketing sticky, memorable & unmissable to your ideal customer.
Get solid on the critical few marketing fundamentals to:
> Build stronger, higher converting marketing strategies
> Craft key messaging that will result in measurable revenue growth
> Construct the integrated building blocks of marketing to supercharge your overall marketing strategy
> Get action plans, templates, frameworks and pro-tips to help attract, capture and convert more of your ideal clients
> Improve the effectiveness and value of your marketing investments
Real Action Plans, Real Momentum:
Every session comes with classroom instruction, a framework, hands-on practice and an action step so that you can gain and sustain momentum.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
If you send emails, run ads, write website content, post on social media, or run any sort of marketing campaigns to grow your business...this is for you. The Marketing Essentials Mastermind is specially designed for business owners, new to mid-level marketing representatives and managers. As well as sales managers, sales representatives and other company employees who impact or interact with the marketing function. This course assumes no previous background in marketing.
YOUR FACILITATOR:
Theresa Ayers
I teach you how to transform social media trends into a tried and true social footprint that drives qualified traffic to your product or service.
Speaker: Theresa Ayers
The Florida SBDC at Florida Gulf Coast University is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide partnership program nationally accredited by the Association of America's SBDCs and funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Department of Defense, State of Florida, and other private and public partners with the University of West Florida serving as the network's lead host institution. Florida SBDC services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for limited Englisch proficient individuals.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. To request accommodation or language assistance, please contact Florida SBDC at Florida Gulf Coast University, 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Lucas Hall, Fort Myers, FL 33965, 239-745-3700.
Fee: No Cost
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Library Series: Perfect Pitch Phrase, Monday, July 25, 2022
Where: Downtown Fort Myers Library, Fort Myers
When: Monday, July 25, 2022 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Perfect your one-liner elevator pitch. Learn to speak about your product/service that makes people curious to buy your product/service outlines the problem you help your customers solve in a simple, relevant, and repeatable way & hook help people know why your product/service matters.
Speaker: Andrea Robinson, Marketing Consultant
Co-Sponsor: Lee County Library System
Fee: No Cost
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QuickBooks Intro, Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 26, 2022 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Get an overview of Quickbooks accounting software. Learn to set up the chart of account and the basic functions of the most popular software among accounting professionals today.
Fee: No Cost
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Federal Government Contracting 101, Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 26, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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, Procurement Specialist, Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center at University of South Florida
Sponsored by: PTAC
This Procurement Technical Assistance Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
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Fee: No Cost
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How Much Is Your Company Worth, Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 26, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
How much do you want your company to be worth when it becomes time to exit the industry? A business valuation will tell you the current fair market value and it also provides the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) that drive your successful growth. How do you measure your Key Performance Indicators? If you are not sure, then this seminar is for you.
Fee: No Cost
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Small Business Finance 101, Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Where: FirstBank Florida - Doral Branch, Doral
When: Tuesday, July 26, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Topic: Access to Capital
The Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC) at FIU and FirstBank Florida Small Business Financial Literacy Workshop Series will provide financial training from highly experienced business experts!
During these trainings, businesses will learn:
- Review of financial concepts and statements
- Maximize financial capital opportunities
- How to make your business loan-worthy
- How lenders evaluate your business
Speaker: Raju Mohandas
Co-Sponsor: FirstBank Florida, Florida SBDC at FIU in association with Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center
Fee: No Cost
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Business Plan Writing Made Easier (webinar), Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Where: Online
When: Wednesday, July 27, 2022 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Topic: Business Basics
Your business needs a roadmap for every stage of its growth. We'll remove the mystery of how to create a business plan, the information that should be included, and how to use it as a tool to keep your company on track for long term growth.
Register at GoToWebinar
Please note: Certain device's Operating Systems (e.g. Windows S mode), browsers, programs/features, applications, firewalls, etc. may exist that restrict you from accessing this GoToWebinar session and its features. If you run into such technical difficulties please do any of the following:
- Use Microsoft Edge
- Restart your device
- Disable Microsoft S Mode
- Configure your device's firewall to allow GoTo Webinar to run.
- Use a different device.
Speaker: Pauline Davis - Assistant Director, Florida SBDC at UCF
Fee: No Cost
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Disaster Resiliency: It's Your Business (Webinar), Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Where: Online
When: Wednesday, July 27, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Protect Your Business Against Future Hazards!
Business interruptions and disasters affect every business at some stage in their growth. Whether it is a hurricane, power outage, or road construction, adversity can strike at any time. There are key steps you can take today to reduce downtime and keep operations running if you are impacted. Attend this training to learn more about disaster preparedness tips and local resources available to you to get better prepared.
Topics include: .How to turn business continuity into a competitive advantage .Learn about free disaster planning tools and resources .Review of key disaster recovery programs
Speaker: Brian Van Hook
Co-Sponsor: Florida SBDC at FIU in association with Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center
Fee: No Cost
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Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Managing a Business
In this webinar we will help business leaders learn how to enhance employee engagement and drive profitability by exploring the 3 Key Leadership Circles of Developing Yourself, Interpersonal Skills and Developing Others. You will come away with ways to increase personal wellbeing and leadership impact, improve team performance and align goals. We will provide tools to identify strengths and growth areas, create & implement effective plans and provide best practice "real world" performance tools. And we will help you measure your effectiveness to know how your efforts are paying off!
Register at GoToWebinar
Please note: Certain device's Operating Systems (e.g. Windows S mode), browsers, programs/features, applications, firewalls, etc. may exist that restrict you from accessing this GoToWebinar session and its features. If you run into such technical difficulties please do any of the following:
- Use Microsoft Edge
- Restart your device
- Disable Microsoft S Mode
- Configure your device's firewall to allow GoTo Webinar to run.
- Use a different device.
Speaker: Sharon Smith
Jessica Ali
Fee: No Cost
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Woman/Minority & Veteran Certification, Thursday, July 28, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Sponsored by: BayFirst
Speaker: Yanina Rosario, Associate Director, Florida SBDC at USF
Register at GoToWebinar
Fee: No Cost
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CMMC 2.0: Understanding OSC and MSP Compliance, Thursday, July 28, 2022
Where: EFSC - Cocoa Campus classroom, Building 3 - Classroom 103, Cocoa
When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
This will be the fourth in our series of Expert Speaker Series events focused on the topic of cybersecurity for federal contractors. This session will focus on providing some framework and tools for OSCs (that's "Organizations Seeking Certification" in case you are wondering) to understand their compliance requirement and what to expect from MSPs (Managed Service Providers) as they offer to provide support. This will be a panel discussion format, moderated by Kara Vernon, Florida PTAC at UCF Counselor. The panel members scheduled to participate include:
?Matt Titcombe: CEO, CMMC Provisional Assessor, C3PAO Peak Infosec. Matt also serves on the CMMC Accreditation Body's Standards Management Committee Industry Working Group.
?Fernando Machado: Managing Principle, CISO and CMMC Provisional Assessor, Candidate C3PAO Cybersec Investments. Fernando is a member of the CMMC Accreditation Body's Standards Management Committee Industry Working Group.
?Charlie Tupitz: Director of Channel Partnerships at FutureFeed. Charlie was a charter member of two working groups of the Presidential Policy Directive 21 for Cybersecurity.
Speaker: Matt Titcombe, CEO at Peak InfoSec; CMMC Provisional Assessor, Peak InfoSec is a C3PAO
Fernando Machado, Managing Principle/CISO; CMMC Provisional Assessor; Cybersec Investments is a Candidate C3PAO
Charlie Tupitza, Director of Channel Partnerships, FutureFeed
Fee: No Cost
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Meeting Your Workforce Needs, Tuesday, August 02, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, August 02, 2022 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Looking to hire employees or train your existing staff? Meet with local business services representatives to understand how current incentives and programs and services might benefit your business and help your workforce needs.
Fee: No Cost
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Starting A Business, Tuesday, August 02, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, August 02, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Topic: Start-up Assistance
The best way to get started! Receive information on the necessary licenses permits, legal documents and requirements to do business in the State of Florida. Learn to refine your ideas into a plan for success.
Fee: No Cost
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Comenzando su negocio, Tuesday, August 02, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, August 02, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Una gran pequeña empresa siempre comienza como una idea, pero eventualmente esa idea debe convertirse en realidad. La mayoría de las empresas nunca comienzan porque las personas tienden a pensar demasiado y a sentirse abrumadas con el proceso.
Iniciar un negocio es más fácil de lo que cree. Asista a este seminario para aprender los pasos básicos y convertir su idea en realidad.
Co-Sponsor: Florida SBDC at FIU in association with Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center
Fee: No Cost
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Government Contracting 101, Tuesday, August 02, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, August 02, 2022 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Topic: Government Contracting
Government Contracting 101 will provide you with the basics of what you need to know to prepare for entering the federal government market by
- learning the procurement process and how to register
- discovering how to market your business to the federal government
- understanding the requirements for certification of small, disadvantaged, women, veteran, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses
We will also briefly go over the State of Florida and local government contracting.
Note: This workshop is for educational use only and is not individualized to each attendee. For any PTAC individualized government contracting assistance please visit the FSBDC website at https://fptac.org/erfc/ and click on Pensacola to request consulting.
Speaker: Leslie Nguyen, Procurement Specialist, Florida PTAC at UWF
Co-Sponsor: BancorpSouth and Wells Fargo
A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of the webinar.
Fee: No Cost
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Subcontracting & Teaming, Thursday, June 30, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, June 30, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Sponsored by: PTAC
Speaker: Karen Krymski, Procurement Specialist, Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center at University of South Florida
This Procurement Technical Assistance Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
Register at GoToWebinar
Fee: No Cost
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Use YouTube to Grow Your Business, Thursday, July 14, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 14, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Learn how to use YouTube and the power of video to promote your business or brand.
In this workshop we'll cover: Creating and organizing a YouTube channel Adding videos and streaming with YouTube Live Video ad formats
Sponsored by : Google
Speaker: Stacey Dadd
Register at GoTo Webinar
Fee: No Cost
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Building the Ultimate Business Plan, Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Business planning is the foundation to starting a new venture, raising funds, or growing your existing business. It serves as an important roadmap for your business. Receive the basic tools necessary to complete a practical business plan in this seminar, including how to conduct the research necessary to make decisions and develop financial projections.
Sponsored by: Fifth Third
Speaker: Bill Burnham
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Fee: No Cost
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Show Me the Money: Financing Your Business, Thursday, July 21, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 21, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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
Sponsored by: Financial Access FCU
Speaker: Brad Owens, Business Consultant, Florida SBDC at USF
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Fee: No Cost
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Federal Government Contracting 101, Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, July 26, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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, Procurement Specialist, Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center at University of South Florida
Sponsored by: PTAC
This Procurement Technical Assistance Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
Register at GoToWebinar
Fee: No Cost
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Woman/Minority & Veteran Certification, Thursday, July 28, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Sponsored by: BayFirst
Speaker: Yanina Rosario, Associate Director, Florida SBDC at USF
Register at GoToWebinar
Fee: No Cost
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What You Need to Know to Start a Business, Tuesday, August 09, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, August 09, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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 licenses you'll need, this class covers all the basics that will help you get started.
Sponsored by: Wells Fargo
Speaker: Pablo Arroyo, CGBP, Florida SBDC at USF
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Fee: No Cost
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Magical Mystery Tour of Marketing Your Business, Thursday, August 11, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, August 11, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Speaker: Scott Carpenter, CME
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Fee: No Cost
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Cash Flow vs Profitability, Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Cash Flow Management
Understanding the difference between cash flow and profitability can prevent the number one reason businesses fail - insolvency. Learn how to use each of them to manage your business more effectively in this one-hour seminar, presented by Brad Owens, Business Consultant, Florida SBDC at USF
Sponsored by: Regions
Speaker: Greg Manning
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Fee: No Cost
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Subcontracting & Teaming, Thursday, August 25, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, August 25, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Sponsored by: PTAC
Speaker: Karen Krymski, Procurement Specialist, Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center at University of South Florida
This Procurement Technical Assistance Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
Register at GoToWebinar
Fee: No Cost
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Woman/Minority & Veteran Certification, Tuesday, August 30, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, August 30, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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.
Sponsored by: Suncoast Credit Union
Speaker: Yanina Rosario, Associate Director, Florida SBDC at USF
Register at GoToWebinar
Fee: No Cost
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Recorrido Mágico Misterioso sobre la Comercialización de su Negocio, Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
Ya sabes por qué tu negocio es genial. ¿Alguien más lo sabe? Tome esta clase para descubrir las características que conforman el ADN de su empresa. Pronto, podrá aumentar la lealtad de sus clientes y las ganancias de la empresa. Después de responder a las dos preguntas más importantes en todo el marketing, estará listo para implementar hábilmente estrategias ganadoras y enfrentar a la competencia.
Speaker: Pablo Arroyo, CGBP, Florida SBDC at USF
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Fee: No Cost
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SEO Strategies to Improve Your Google Rankings, Thursday, September 22, 2022
Where: Online
When: Thursday, September 22, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Search engine optimization (SEO) is a major component of online marketing. This seminar will teach you how to develop an effective SEO strategy for your business.
More specifically, attendees will learn:
- basic SEO terminology
- how a website is indexed
- how to conduct keyword research
- on-page optimization strategies
- developing quality content
Sponsored by: BankUnited
Speaker: Gina Smith
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Fee: No Cost
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