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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.
When competing for federal contracts you need to be familiar with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) applicable to the procurement and be a registered supplier in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. In this Live Online Workshop you will learn: How to navigate Acquisition.Gov to locate and understand the FARs covering the purchase of goods and services How to register in SAM.Gov to become a qualified supplier. Acquisition.Gov instruction will cover: The relevance of the Acquisition.Gov database How this government website is updated and managed Navigating and using this database Insights offered by this database The SAM.Gov portion of the workshop will discuss: The purpose and evolution of the System for Award Management (SAM) database The contents and organization of SAM The steps to register your business in SAM Gaining an understanding of these databases will help you determine how well positioned your business is to compete successfully for government contracts. To receive an award you need more than just having the requested goods and services. You also need to be in compliance with the terms & conditions and regulations of the procurement. DURATION: 2 Hours FEE: Free About Our Instructor Nancy Cleveland is a Procurement Counselor with the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) ? Augusta Center, and certified CVE Verification Counselor. She has more than 30 years? experience in small business management and consulting with and for federal, state and local governments. Her experiences include project management; training and assisting small business owners navigate the government procurement and contracting processes. Ms. Cleveland has an EMBA from the University of New Haven, Connecticut and Bachelors in Business Administration from Clark College (CAU), Atlanta.
Media and entertainment companies are well-positioned for near-term growth, and to best adapt to industry trends, many companies may want to consider updating their cash management processes to capture efficiencies and optimize working capital. Many media and entertainment businesses remain stubbornly cash-intensive. If the Business model remains the same, many companies will not be in a position to be successful. This course will give the participant a better understanding of the cash flow processes and the requirements for doing business in this industry. Course Outline Labor and Cash Flow Costs Adjusting the Business Model Being set up to do business with a production (Georgia based, Georgia Tax ID and Business License. Purchase Orders and Invoicing for Success. Questions and Answers Learner Outcomes Obtain a better understanding of accounting for Small Businesses in the Film/Entertainment Industry Learn how to update a business model for success Review the regulations and requirements to do business in the Entertainment Industry Receive Tips on organizing and maintaining your Cash Management
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.
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
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 qualify for grants. steps to apply for grants
Join Dr. Tavarez Holston, President of Georgia Piedmont Technical College, and Frankie Atwater, President & CEO of the DeKalb Chamber, for a fireside chat discussing the power of workforce training on our economy. Stay informed on issues relevant to the business community through the DeKalb Chamber's Power Lunch Series! This month's Power Lunch is hosted by the Small Business Committee.
Small businesses looking to increase sales and profit, reduce dependence on the domestic market and stabilize seasonal fluctuations should consider importing and exporting. With nearly 96 percent of consumers living outside the U.S. and two-thirds of the world?s purchasing power in foreign countries, opportunities await U.S. small business. Go where the customers are. There is significant opportunity for small businesses to profit through importing and exporting operations. Do you have what it takes to become a successful international business? Are you ready to make international sales? Importing / Exporting offers great opportunities but requires preparation and planning. This four hour course is taught in two parts, by international experts from the Georgia Small Business Development Center, a resource partner of the SBA. Each part is two hours in length with a two hour break between parts. Part one will aid you in assessing your readiness, understanding what you need to know and consider before pursuing an international strategy. Part two will introduce you to those topics needed to develop and implement your strategy: international pricing and costing issues, proforma export quotations, payment terms, and risk assessment. Course Outline ? Defining Your Business ? Strengths/Weaknesses Analysis ? Tools ? Building Your Team ? Knowing Industry Terminology ? Selecting a Product ? Finding Markets ? Finding Buyers ? Finding Suppliers ? How to Talk To Suppliers ? Do I need a license to Import/Export? ? How do I protect myself as a Middleman? ? Calculating Landed Cost ? Understanding INCOTERMS ? Developing a Pro Forma Invoice ? International Terms of Payment Learner Outcomes The workshops will help you gain the knowledge to develop and implement an international plan. You will become acquainted with the key components of an effective import / export plan. The instructors will raise questions you should answer to complete your plan and provide the resources to help you answer those questions. Topics include: Organizational and product readiness Market research Guidance for developing your strategy and marketing plan Promoting your products in target market Complying with US and foreign regulations
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!
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