SBDC's Business Start-Up Accelerator Program Series

Are you interested in starting your own business? This might be the time in your life to become the business owner you have always wanted to become and pursue that dream! This “Business Startup Accelerator Program” is a series of training opportunities to give the upcoming entrepreneur the basic knowledge one needs to not only survive but thrive as a business owner. From writing your business plan and obtaining funding, to getting your product or service marketed, to protecting your business from cyber threats in addition to many other avenues for consideration when starting a business, this program is for you! This 10-training program includes 12 training topics including:

  • Planning for Your Business Ownership Journey -February 16, 2024, 10 AM
  • Creating & Developing A Business Plan - February 19, 2024, 1 PM
  • Accounting, Finances & Taxes - February 23, 10 AM
  • Researching Your Business Competition/Five Key Elements Of Your Marketing Plan - February 26, 2024, 10 AM-12 PM
  • Essential Steps For Strategic Marketing - February 29, 2024, 10 AM
  • Small Business Lending 101/Funding Options For Your Business - March 1, 2024, 10 AM-12 PM
  • Building Your Professional Web Presence: The Roadmap You Will Need - March 4, 1 PM
  • Employment Law 101 For Small Businesses - March 8, 2024,10 AM
  • The Marketing Hourglass: How To Attract Your Ideal Customer - March 11, 2024, 10 AM
  • Cybersecurity for Your Business: You Are The Last Line Of Defense - March 15, 2024, 10AM

Cost of this program series is $199-Early Bird Registration $99 ***Some fees paid in full by Sponsorship Awards

A log-on link will be sent to registrants the day/evening prior to each session. Payment information and updates will be sent to each registrant.

Dates: 2/16/2024 - 3/15/2024 (times vary)
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
Registration Deadline: 2/16/2024 8:00 AM (EST)
Cost: $199.00; Early-Bird Registration: $99

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Point of Contact: Diane McFarland

Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)

Training Topics: Accounting/Budget, Business Financing, Business Plan, Business Start-up/Preplanning, Cash Flow Management, Customer Relations, Cybersecurity Assistance, Human Resources, Legal Issues, Managing a Business, Marketing/Sales, Risk Management, Social Media, Tax Planning, Technology

Created 2/1/2024 10:10am
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