The DeKalb Chamber Membership Committee helps to plan and evaluate the Chamber's overall programs and membership offerings including, but not limited to, workshops, seminars, and networking events. Also works to recruit and retain current and new members by managing and auditing the Member Contact Timeline, offer innovative ideas, and ensure all members are having a valuable experience.
This committee meets monthly on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Some meetings may have been adjusted from their original schedule due to holidays or Chamber events. Whether you're in public office, a medical professional, a speaker, a corporate exec, a coach, a young professional, a realtor, or an entrepreneur -- Headshot Refresh Day at the Dekalb Chamber of Commerce, is a terrific chance for anyone needing a few images to update their professional presence. Developing a Winning Capabilities Statement for Government Contracts
A well-crafted capabilities statement can be your business's competitive edge in the world of government contracting. Learn how this document can set your business apart and boost your chances of securing government contracts.
Discover strategies to effectively:
organize information
highlight strengths/core competencies
showcase past performance
tailor your statement to specific agencies or contracting opportunities
Who Should Attend:
Small and medium-sized business owners aiming to tap into government contracting
Entrepreneurs looking to enhance their competitive differentiation and establishing a strong government contract portfolio
Professionals seeking insights into effective communication strategies for government agencies.
?About our Instructor
Nancy Cleveland is the Program Manager for the Georgia Tech (GT) Apex Accelerator (formerly GTPAC, Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center). Ms. Cleveland leads a team of GT APEX Accelerator Counselors whose mission is to accelerate American entrepreneurship by teaching and assisting Georgia based entities to navigate government procurement and contracting processes.
She has more than 30 years experience in small business management and consulting with and for federal, state, and local governments. Her expertise includes project management as well as being a former small business owner herself.
Ms. Cleveland holds an EMBA from the University of New Haven, Connecticut and BA in Business Administration from Clark Atlanta University, Project Management Certificate, Boston University, Certified Procurement Professional, APTAC, and Certified Verification Counselor, Veteran Affairs. Starting a business from scratch isn?t the only path to entrepreneurship. Buying a business can be far less risky, less expensive and easier to finance than starting one. In fact, buying a business may be the best strategy for success. This program will provide entrepreneurs with guidance to search, assess, value, finance, and execute a business acquisition. This session will also feature an attorney and franchise broker who will discuss their roles in business acquisition.
Course Outline
Search
Valuation
Preliminary Due Diligence
Financing the Deal
Getting the Deal Done
Buying a Franchise
Learner Outcomes
Attendees will gain an understanding of:
why buying a business can be best strategy for success.
terms used in buying a business
the process for buying a business.
what franchise opportunities offer
Membership Committee Meeting
Headshot Refresh Day at the DeKalb Chamber
Webinar - Developing a Winning Capabilities Statement for Government Contracts
Webinar - How to Buy a Business
