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Don’t Miss These Upcoming Small Business Events!


Georgia District Office  – February 2022

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Join SBA‘s Next “Learn to Trade”
Virtual Roundtable:

Accessing the Canadian Market

 

Want to learn about exporting to Canada? Join SBA’s Office of International Trade for the next installment in our new “Learn to Trade Roundtable Series” on Accessing the Canadian Market. We will be joined by an expert from the U.S. Commercial Service Office in Ottawa, Canada.

This session will cover:

  • Overview of the Canadian market and its requirements
  • Learn how to take advantage of USMCA
  • Resources to help you access the Canadian market

Tuesday, February 8, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE


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Marketing Monday: Free Digital Platforms and Tools for Small Business  

Small Business Development Center

Want to leverage digital tools and platforms to help your business but don’t know where to begin? There are lots of free options available (including Canva, Mailchimp, Calendly, LucidChart, etc…) Join us for Marketing Monday: Free Digital Platforms and Tool for Small Business and learn from marketing guru Laura Thompson as she discusses the types of tools available along with recommendations for how best to support your business needs.

Monday, February 7, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET REGISTER HERE


How to Start a Nonprofit 

SCORE North Metro Atlanta

Starting and growing a nonprofit business can be a wonderful way to give back to your community and help those in need; however, it takes more than just an idea to start. There are a number of actions that must be taken to launch your nonprofit. This Live Online Workshop is an overview of what is needed to form a nonprofit. 

Tuesday, February 8, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE


Latest Updates on How to File Your Business Tax Returns 

Women’s Business Center, Atlanta Region

This webinar will focus on advice for business owners when preparing to file their taxes. This will include what documentation is needed, deductions & credits to consider, and how recent tax legislation may affect your tax returns.

Tuesday, February 8, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE


Feeling Invisible on Google? How to Help Customers Find You Online 

Small Business Development Center

With almost two billion websites on the web, you can have the best, most informative website in the world but it won’t matter if your potential customers can’t find you online. During this in-person class, you will learn the basics and best practices of search engine optimization (SEO) and how to utilize free Google tools to help you rank higher on Google searches. 

Wednesday, February 9, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE


Starting a Food Business – Designed for the Food Entrepreneur in Mind

Small Business Development Center

This in-person class will provide you with a variety of services (both technical and educational) that are available to those hungry minds who decide to launch their dream food into a food business. A team of experts from the UGA Food Science and other programs including FoodPIC, The Georgia Department of Agriculture, the Small Business Development Center and more will provide you the comprehensive assistance tailored to your specific food business needs.

Thursday, February 10, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE


WOSB Cohort Series: Capture Your Business NAICS Codes

Women’s Business Center, Atlanta Region

Learn what North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes are and why you should know yours – an interactive walk-through to uncover all relevant industry codes for your business.

Thursday, February 10, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE


Startup Business – Financial Plan

SCORE North Metro Atlanta

This Live Online Workshop will help you in developing a full understanding of the profitability of your business concept. You will learn which costs and expenses need to be factored into your Profit/Loss outlook. As importantly, you will be able to forecast the Cash Flow of your enterprise. Avoiding negative cash flow is the key fundamental in ensuring the longevity of your company.

Friday, February 11, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE


Male Allyship for Women Entrepreneurs

Women’s Business Center, Savannah Region

Let’s discuss how successful men entrepreneurs can be more supportive of women entrepreneurs—from ideation to growth.

Monday, February 14, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE

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