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. How to Price for Profit and Growth
*Smarter Pricing Guidelines for Small Businesses*
Are you one of the 75% of small business owners that:
does not have a simple and effective pricing model and/or
consistently under-prices your work?
If so, this Live Online Workshop is for YOU!
You will be put on the path to a better understanding of:
The difference between mark-ups and actual profit margins
How to calculate and utilize your Cost of Goods Sold in pricing
Pricing models for service businesses, consultants, online and storefront retailers, and manufacturers
Using fixed or variable costs to price for profit
This Workshop will engage the business owner in how to analyze costs to be able to better format various pricing models:
Cost Plus Pricing
Competition-based Pricing
Good / Better/ Best models
Margin-based Pricing
When to utilize Premium vs. Discount strategies
How to calculate a Break-even sales goal This course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to successfully navigate the state and local government procurement landscape.
You will learn about the processes, regulations, and opportunities associated with contracting with state and local agencies. The course covers everything businesses need to know to engage effectively with government entities at both state and local levels.
LEARN HOW TO:
Identify state and local contracting opportunities
Apply for local and state certification
Leverage your state and county certifications
Maximize your financial readiness Are you ready to turn the key and unlock the capital your small business needs to thrive?
This course is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking to understand and access various funding options.
The course will discuss the ins and outs of the different types of capital, including SBA-guaranteed loans, traditional bank loans, non-traditional funding sources, equity, and little-known specialty lending programs, and weigh the pros and cons of each.
The course will also highlight the financial management strategies that help owners think like a lender and ensure their business is lender-ready.
LEARN HOW TO:
Evaluate the various types of financing available for small businesses
Determine the advantages and disadvantages of the different forms of capital as it relates to your business
Implement financial management best practices
Create the BIG three financial statements and analyze them from a lender?s perspective
Become familiar with Georgia?s State Small Business Credit Initiative lending programs The DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee meets to discuss the important issues impacting the Chamber and the business community as well as approve upcoming business. In this course, you will learn how to effectively position your company to compete in the procurement market.
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This includes creating and executing a strategic growth plan, developing your business's core competencies, building the necessary processes and systems, and ensuring that your business is financially capable of fulfilling contracts.
LEARN HOW TO:
Identify federal contracting opportunities
Position your business as a prime contractor
Maximize your financial readiness
Create and execute a strategic marketing plan
Leverage your socio-economic certification It's time to show off your business' unique personality!
More than just a logo, in today's competitive business environment, a powerful brand is your secret weapon to get noticed and connect with your customers. This class will empower you with tools to create and communicate a brand that truly represents you and resonates with your audience. You'll uncover your authentic ''why,'' develop a magnetic brand personality that reflects your core values, and learn tactics to design a head-turning brand identity. You'll also learn how to craft a unique value proposition that tells your story and sets you apart.
LEARN HOW TO:
Hone your ''why'' and core values
Develop your business' brand personality
Design a strong brand identity that emotionally connects
Build a unique value proposition to stand out
Get people on board with your brand
Small Business Committee Meeting
Workshop - Pricing for Profit and Growth
Workshop - Doing Business with the Government: State & Local
Workshop - Unlocking Capital: An Owner’s Guide to Funding a Small Business
DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee Meeting
Workshop - Doing Business with the Government: Federal
Workshop - Turn Heads in Your Direction with Powerful Branding
