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. 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. krispykreme #doughnuts #groupraise #digitaldozen #abouquetofballoons #donuts #fundraiser 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 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 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
Education & Workforce Development Committee Meeting
Fireside Chat - Power of Workforce Training on our Economy
Krispy Kreme and A Bouquet of Balloons, Corp Doughnut Fundraiser
Webinar - Grants for Small Business: Myths vs. Realities
Webinar - How to Be a Vendor in the Film & Entertainment Industry
Webinar - Starting a Business