The DeKalb Chamber Education & Workforce Development Committee develops partnerships with educational institutions and workforce development organizations in DeKalb County and Georgia to strengthen educational opportunities for the region; helps build a strong workforce making DeKalb County an attractive location for business and industry.
This committee meets quarterly on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The big three threats are growing: ransomware, business email compromise (invoice fraud), and credential threat.
Cybersecurity Insurance may not pay out claims if you don't protect your business with a good plan. Insurers increasingly require verification of cybersecurity practices, governance, and documentation, often resulting in higher premiums, exclusions, or denied claims. This webinar provides a non-technical explanation of today?s cyber insurance landscape and the most common reasons claims fail, including inaccurate attestations, control gaps, and insufficient oversight. The session is educational, vendor-neutral, and designed for non-technical business leaders to protect their business.
LEARN HOW TO:
understand how cybersecurity insurance underwriting for small businesses has changed and why insurers now require greater validation of small business controls.
identify the most common reasons cybersecurity insurance claims are denied or reduced.
distinguish between cybersecurity tools and cybersecurity insurance readiness.
assess cybersecurity insurance readiness from a leadership and governance perspective.
counter threats and retain your cyber-insurance so that you are covered should an attack occur'' Are you ready to see your business in the headlines?
Join public relations expert, Stephanie Richards, of SowGrow PR, for a comprehensive webinar designed for business owners who want to earn media coverage and build brand visibility. This is your opportunity to learn how to prepare your business for a successful media relations strategy and attract the attention of journalists and news outlets. Whether you're new to media relations or looking to refine your approach, ?How to Earn Media Coverage for Your Business,? will provide actionable insights to help you get noticed and share your story with the world.
LEARN HOW TO:
Position your business to earn media coverage.
Evaluate the channels that will reach your target market.
Develop newsworthy content.
Understand what media decisions makers want. The DeKalb Chamber Small Business Committee assists the Chamber with recruiting, educating, and mentoring small businesses. Create and identify opportunities for growth and facilitate partnerships to improve small business programs. Help identify opportunities in the public and private sector.
This committee meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. 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 Content marketing is a powerful tool for attracting and engaging your ideal audience, but success requires a clear strategy. From planning and creation to distribution and measurement, every step plays a role in driving results.
In this webinar, digital marketing expert Nicole McCullum will walk you through the key elements of an effective content marketing strategy, how to produce engaging content and how to measure performance to enhance your tactics.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the role of content marketing in your digital marketing strategy
Learn how to develop a content marketing plan
Explore key content formats and how to leverage them effectively
Discover how to measure content performance Connect with other DeKalb Chamber members while enjoying the Apotheos FC VS Southern Soccer Academy Game.
Education & Workforce Development Committee Meeting
Workshop - Cyber Breaches and Insurance: Can Your Business Survive?
Workshop - Marketing Monday: How to Earn Media Coverage for Your Business
Small Business Committee Meeting
Workshop - How to Start a Business in Georgia
Workshop - Small Business Content Marketing – Planning and Creating Engaging Content
DeKalb Chamber Night Out with Apotheos FC
