The DeKalb Chamber Membership Committee helps to plan and evaluate the Chamber?s overall programs and membership offerings including, but not limited to, Power Lunches, workshops, seminars, and Business After Hours. 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.
Remember the guy with the $$$ suit yelling on TV the government has money to give away? The honest answer is no, they aren?t giving money to everyone that ask, but there is grant money for people that qualify. Learn about where to find grant programs that are available and what are the steps needed to apply. This course will be taught by Daniel McCoy, Business Consultant for UGA SBDC at Kennesaw State University, who holds four certificates in various grant writing courses and has worked with for profit companies, non-profits and churches in seeking grant funds. Join us for this webinar to learn the ins and outs regarding grants. Course Outline Agenda The myth of free money Types of grant programs Searching and finding grants Qualifying and applying for a grant Q and A Learner Outcomes Attendees will gain an understanding of: what grants are available to small business how to search for grants how to qualilfy for grants. steps to apply for grants
Are you thinking about becoming your own boss? Our Starting a Business Course covers all areas that are involved in starting your own business. This class will cover important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years. Often, new business owners ''don't know what they don't know''. This class will equip you to be able to ask all the right questions as you are planning and forming your brand new business. Course Outline Getting Started Is your Business Idea Feasible? Financing Your Business Building Your Team Operating Your Business Legally Putting it all Together Learner Outcomes Detailed understanding of how to determine the feasibility of your business idea or framework using market research and competitive analysis Basic knowledge of how to estimate start-up expenses for your business and overview of options for start-up financing, and requirements to pursue financing options Ability to differentiate between different legal structure options for business formation Overview of important individuals to include on your team when making plans and executing business formation Notes The UGA Small Business Development Center is a Public Service and Outreach Unit of the University of Georgia. Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All programs of the UGA SBDC are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Testimonials ''I was referred by a business owner and as a new business owner, I wish I had this experience 12 months ago when I started. So, I am so grateful. I feel like other business owners new and old can use any of the tips and tools shared in this session. There is a wealth of information that was well presented.'' ''This webinar was extremely useful for me as I plan to open my own business in the next 4-6 weeks. Thank you SBDC for providing this information in a clear, concise, applicable manner!''
The Business Plan is your road map to commercial success and a necessary precursor to obtaining external financing. In this Live Online Workshop you will be instructed in the components of a business plan: Executive Summary Objectives/Goals Products/Services Market Analysis Strategies and Tactics Sales Plan Financial Plan Also included in this Workshop is a review of Funding Sources and Uses You will have the opportunity to have your questions answered both during and at the conclusion of the Workshop. A copy of the presentation is provided to those who complete the brief Feedback Survey at the end of the session. You are familiar with the Heavyweight Champions of social media. There is a lot to learn about all of these platforms. In this Masterclass Workshop, the focus will be on Facebook. You will learn how companies utilize Facebook to communicate, brand, and promote their business. You will be instructed on the principles behind using social media for your business and why businesses overwhelmingly choose to utilize Facebook. What will be covered: The Big Picture: Social Media overview Why should my business use Facebook? How do you build an effective profile? How do businesses utilize their profiles? How do you generate business using Facebook? Advertising with Facebook Course Outline What COVID-19 has and hasn?t changed for Small Business taxes. Overview of accounting best practices. Seven tax tips to help your business. Learner Outcomes Understand best practices in business record keeping that?ll help you all year. Learn the top seven tips for making sure tax season is a breeze.
Are you thinking about becoming your own boss? Our Starting a Business Course covers all areas that are involved in starting your own business. This class will cover important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years. Often, new business owners ''don't know what they don't know''. This class will equip you to be able to ask all the right questions as you are planning and forming your brand new business. Course Outline Getting Started Is your Business Idea Feasible? Financing Your Business Building Your Team Operating Your Business Legally Putting it all Together Learner Outcomes Detailed understanding of how to determine the feasibility of your business idea or framework using market research and competitive analysis Basic knowledge of how to estimate start-up expenses for your business and overview of options for start-up financing, and requirements to pursue financing options Ability to differentiate between different legal structure options for business formation Overview of important individuals to include on your team when making plans and executing business formation
Learn how you can increase your small business reach using Pay-Per-Click (PPC) & Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Search Engine Marketing (SEM), SEO, and Paid Social. In this webinar, TC Jennings, CEO of Two Six Performance Marketing discusses what is Paid Search, Paid Social, and SEO, how do they work, what are the differences between them and how small businesses can use them to increase revenues and gain new customers. Course Outline Agenda: Introduction to PPC & SEO: SEM, SEO, and Paid Social SEM - Search Engine Marketing SEM vs. SEO Paid vs. organic Local vs search Paid Social Where to advertise Steps to paid social SEO - Search Engine Optimization Technical/non-technical Case study Q and A Learner Outcomes Attendees will gain an understanding of: What the terms Paid Search, Paid Social, and SEO mean and how they work How to use Paid Search, Paid Social and SEO How to advertise using Paid Search, Paid Social and SEO How small businesses can leverage Paid Search, Paid Social and SEO to bring in new customers.
A customized step by step integrated action plan that is essential to the success of your business. Who should attend: Launch (businesses 0-2 years), Growth (businesses 3-5 years), Expansion Startups (businesses 5+ years) Course Outline Sections of a Business Plan Format of a Business Plan Balance Sheet Financial Projections Capital Equipment List Sources of Capital Learner Outcomes Use the business plan tool or template that works for you. Have a clear understanding of who your customer is. Start with your company description and proceed step-by-step. It?s OK if you don?t have all information for each section. You can go back and fill in missing parts later. Start with a strong financial foundation. Projections are key!
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.
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