DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee Meeting
The DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee meets to discuss the important issues impacting the Chamber and the business community as well as approve upcoming business.
DeKalb Hiring Event
The DeKalb Chamber is partnering with Goodwill of North Georgia to present the DeKalb Hiring Event. Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Goodwill of North Georgia Decatur Career Center 2201 Lawrenceville Hwy Decatur, GA 30033 Open to All Businesses in DeKalb County! Meet & Interview Local Talent No Cost to Participate Register Now, Space is limited!
Workshop - Cultivating Customer Connections: A Guide to Human Behavior for Business Success
Explore the pivotal role of understanding human behavior across all facets of business operations. From crafting effective marketing strategies that resonate with customers to optimizing employee recruitment and retention practices, and navigating successful partnerships, this course delves into the psychology behind forging meaningful connections. Through practical insights, attendees will gain essential skills to enhance interpersonal dynamics, foster loyalty, and ultimately drive sustained business. LEARN HOW TO: Recognize the difference between Attitude and Behavior. Understand Human Behavior and why people act the way they do. Identify Generational Types and Intergenerational Communication. Values and Company Culture.
Workshop - Unlock the Power of Co-Branding
Co-branding is a marketing strategy where two or more brands collaborate to create a product, service, or campaign to benefit from their combined brand recognition, strengths, and customer bases. Understanding how to effectively use co-branding will help to further grow your business This workshop will cover the following information: Identifying potential co-branding partners Developing a co-branding strategy Negotiating and forming partnerships Executing the plan
Workshop - Unlocking Capital: An Owner’s Guide to Funding a Small Business
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
