The world of social media is changing at a very rapid pace these days, and it's hard to keep up.
In this Marketing Monday webinar, Mickey Mellen of GreenMellen discusses the pros and cons of some of the major networks, talks about best practices for each, and peek a little bit into what's coming up in the future. Learn to choose the right platforms for your business, leverage tools to save time, and align social media with your marketing strategy.
LEARN HOW TO:
Determine the best social platforms for your company
Find tools and best practices for making the most of your time
Understand how social media should fit into your overall marketing plan
Identify trends in social media SBDC StartSmart provides the resources, support, and motivation to put your dream within reach.
StartSmart is tailored to be held virtually to facilitate virtual discussion, class engagement, & mastery of content. Participation in StartSmart will also allow access to LivePlan, an online business planning software. The program is facilitated by specially trained SBDC consultants and a long-term relationship with the SBDC and follow-up consulting is available and encouraged following the program.
Whether you are a new business (in business 2 years or less), or are still in the planning phase, building a business takes the right tools?and a lot of hard work. SBDC StartSmart will equip you to be successful!
SBDC StartSmart helps attendees to:
Evaluate & refine your business concept
Improve your knowledge of business concepts
Research markets and competition
Develop a financial forecast to improve chances of success
Develop a thorough, practical business plan
SBDC StartSmart includes 16 hours of instruction delivered over a period of 4 weeks. Sessions will be held twice a week for 2 hours.
LEARN HOW TO:
Evaluate your concept and develop plans to move forward.
Improve knowledge of business fundamentals.
Build an infrastructure for business operations and processes.
SBDC StartSmart graduates acquire:
An actionable business plan and access to business planning software
Access to financial and business resources.
A network of entrepreneurial peers and professionals
Eight modules cover critical issues for new businesses:
MODULE 1: Business Success ? How do we get there?
MODULE 2: Opportunity & Solutions
MODULE 3: Marketing for Success
MODULE 4: Digital Marketing & Online Strategies
MODULE 5: Navigating Human Resources
MODULE 6: Operations & Managing by the Numbers
MODULE 7: Management with a Plan
MODULE 8: Plan, Run, Review, Revise The DeKalb Chamber Governmental Affairs Committee speaks on behalf of the business interests of DeKalb County industry ensuring that DeKalb County remains a place that is competitive locally and statewide.
This committee meets monthly on the 1st Thursday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The DeKalb Chamber Finance Committee meets to provide monthly oversight of financial transactions to help ensure transparency and accountability in safeguarding all funds and resources of the Chamber. Starting a business in uncertain economic times is risky, right? In reality, it?s financially advantageous. History tells us that the biggest opportunities await in hard times.
As you evaluate your entrepreneurial options, there are many compelling reasons to consider buying a franchise. Franchised businesses are historically proven to enjoy greater success, less risk, and significant competitive advantages compared to independent startups.
In this Live Online Workshop successful franchise experts from multiple industries will share their experiences about choosing, starting and growing franchised businesses in all economic seasons.
To be covered:
Five (5) Franchised industries to investigate now (and why)
What is required to succeed
Costs & funding opportunities
Timing & exit strategies
Resources to help you
Duration: 90 Minutes
FEE: FREE
About Our Instructors
Leslie Kuban is a nationally recognized franchise industry expert, executive education instructor, and Market President of FranNet, a franchise and small business consulting firm based in Atlanta. Her consultant team has helped over 500 individuals, families and investor groups select the best franchise for their goals and needs. Leslie's career and family business history consists of franchised and non-franchised small businesses in pack-and-ship logistics, real estate, signage manufacturing, and one-hour photo finishing.
?Greg Lard, a FranNet consultant, has enjoyed a diverse career in franchising as a unit franchisee, southeastern regional multi-market franchisee and corporate franchise development executive for emerging and large franchise organizations in pet products, food & beverage, commercial janitorial, and retail telecommunications. Along the way, he has helped 150 people also realize their business ownership goals in franchise ownership. SBDC StartSmart provides the resources, support, and motivation to put your dream within reach.
StartSmart is tailored to be held virtually to facilitate virtual discussion, class engagement, & mastery of content. Participation in StartSmart will also allow access to LivePlan, an online business planning software. The program is facilitated by specially trained SBDC consultants and a long-term relationship with the SBDC and follow-up consulting is available and encouraged following the program.
Whether you are a new business (in business 2 years or less), or are still in the planning phase, building a business takes the right tools?and a lot of hard work. SBDC StartSmart will equip you to be successful!
SBDC StartSmart helps attendees to:
Evaluate & refine your business concept
Improve your knowledge of business concepts
Research markets and competition
Develop a financial forecast to improve chances of success
Develop a thorough, practical business plan
SBDC StartSmart includes 16 hours of instruction delivered over a period of 4 weeks. Sessions will be held twice a week for 2 hours.
LEARN HOW TO:
Evaluate your concept and develop plans to move forward.
Improve knowledge of business fundamentals.
Build an infrastructure for business operations and processes.
SBDC StartSmart graduates acquire:
An actionable business plan and access to business planning software
Access to financial and business resources.
A network of entrepreneurial peers and professionals
Eight modules cover critical issues for new businesses:
MODULE 1: Business Success ? How do we get there?
MODULE 2: Opportunity & Solutions
MODULE 3: Marketing for Success
MODULE 4: Digital Marketing & Online Strategies
MODULE 5: Navigating Human Resources
MODULE 6: Operations & Managing by the Numbers
MODULE 7: Management with a Plan
MODULE 8: Plan, Run, Review, Revise This workshop is designed to help businesses and nonprofits navigate the grant landscape.
Learn where to find funding opportunities
Craft compelling applications
Implement strategies to increase chances of success
Key areas to be covered:
Ensuring your mission statement and funder priorities align
Developing measurable goals
Preparing for application submission
Networking
Tracking and reporting performance
Structuring for sustainability
For clarity's sake:
Please be aware the great majority of grants are awarded to nonprofits.
Registrants who have for profit businesses will learn how the same steps are generally applicable to be best prepared to approach financial institutions. This 2-hour webinar is intended for businesses that are currently exporting tangible goods and seeking to grow their revenues/market penetration overseas.
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This webinar will be presented by two former export sales managers with exposure to a multitude of products covering four continents.
LEARN HOW TO:
Research, select, develop, manage, retain and how to terminate international distributors
Obtain checklist and tips covering their various business functions
Increase your revenues and promotion overseas Starting a business can be overwhelming, especially when you don?t know what you don?t know.
Whether you?re just starting to brainstorm your idea or ready to turn your passion into a profitable venture, this class will give you a roadmap to success. You?ll learn what you need to start a business in Georgia, from assessing the feasibility of your idea to marketing, finding financing, building a team, and operating legally. You?ll leave with actionable steps, essential tools, and resources to start your business on a strong foundation. Small businesses are the backbone of America; this class will help you start yours.
LEARN HOW TO:
Determine the feasibility of your business idea using market research and competitive analysis
Estimate start-up expenses for your business and identify requirements for pursuing start-up financing options
Differentiate between different legal structure options for business formation
Identify who you should include on your team when making plans and executing business formation
Navigate the steps to start your business in the State of Georgia SBDC StartSmart provides the resources, support, and motivation to put your dream within reach.
StartSmart is tailored to be held virtually to facilitate virtual discussion, class engagement, & mastery of content. Participation in StartSmart will also allow access to LivePlan, an online business planning software. The program is facilitated by specially trained SBDC consultants and a long-term relationship with the SBDC and follow-up consulting is available and encouraged following the program.
Whether you are a new business (in business 2 years or less), or are still in the planning phase, building a business takes the right tools?and a lot of hard work. SBDC StartSmart will equip you to be successful!
SBDC StartSmart helps attendees to:
Evaluate & refine your business concept
Improve your knowledge of business concepts
Research markets and competition
Develop a financial forecast to improve chances of success
Develop a thorough, practical business plan
SBDC StartSmart includes 16 hours of instruction delivered over a period of 4 weeks. Sessions will be held twice a week for 2 hours.
LEARN HOW TO:
Evaluate your concept and develop plans to move forward.
Improve knowledge of business fundamentals.
Build an infrastructure for business operations and processes.
SBDC StartSmart graduates acquire:
An actionable business plan and access to business planning software
Access to financial and business resources.
A network of entrepreneurial peers and professionals
Eight modules cover critical issues for new businesses:
MODULE 1: Business Success ? How do we get there?
MODULE 2: Opportunity & Solutions
MODULE 3: Marketing for Success
MODULE 4: Digital Marketing & Online Strategies
MODULE 5: Navigating Human Resources
MODULE 6: Operations & Managing by the Numbers
MODULE 7: Management with a Plan
MODULE 8: Plan, Run, Review, Revise
Workshop - Marketing Monday: Social Media for Small Business
Workshop - StartSmart (8-class series)
Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting
Finance Committee Meeting
Workshop - Best Franchises to Buy and Why
Workshop - StartSmart (8-class series)
Workshop - Grants 101: How to Find, Apply, and Win Grants
Workshop - Mastering Global Distribution: Selecting, Managing and Retaining International Trade Partners
Workshop - How to Start a Business in Georgia
Workshop - StartSmart (8-class series)
