Greetings Entrepreneurs!
Each month we highlight a few seminars and conferences being held around
the state. Below is a list of a few of
the upcoming seminars to help you start, manage and grow your business.
Check the class listings for your local Community College
Small Business Centers. Also, your local Chamber of Commerce has additional
events. Other events can be found at
www.score.org; www.sbtdc.org; www.fsuvboc.com;
www.ncceed.org/help/womens-business-center; www.ncimed.org/index.php/client-services/women-business-development. More can be found at www.sba.gov/ncc and
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Upcoming Events
October 6
Excellence in Business Planning
Charlotte – University Hilton
October 7
Excellence in Business Planning
Charlotte – The Employers Association
SCORE and Sam’s Club want to help you experience first-hand
growth and planning ideas. This event is designed to give you the tools to
build your business plan. Learn about cyber security, human resource issues and
strategic marketing. Free. 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register for either event here:
http://www.charlottescore.org/documents/OctSam%60sClubEvent.pdf
October 7
“Contracting 101” Fayetteville
The Veterans Business Outreach Center at Fayetteville State
University is hosting a FREE Government Contracting series that will be led by
Mr. Jeff Gowen of the NC Military Business Center. This training is an
introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics trained
include: levels of federal purchasing - how the federal government buys
products, construction and engineering and non-personal services; marketing a
business to the federal government; socio-economic small business programs; registering
as a federal contractor; locating, identifying and responding to federal
business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors
in North Carolina. 6-9PM. Fayetteville
State University; SBE 145. To register
for the workshop: Contact Sarah Espinosa at sespinos@uncfsu.edu or call 910-672-2683.
October 7 & 8
NC Foreign Trade Promotion Council Conference Wilmington
The NC Foreign Trade Promotion Council (FTPC) is proud to
announce this year’s conference on Global Trade: Enhancing Trade Investment
Opportunities. This event will continue
the renewed excitement and success of the coordinated and cooperative effort
between State, Federal and Private sector organizations to combine efforts to
“Grow NC Businesses Globally”. This year’s event has a lineup of outstanding
speakers and company sponsors that are encouraged to expand the base of global
trade in NC. Discussions, training and
advisors are available to help your company utilize these resources and connect
with organizations that can deliver results for global growth. Location: Cape Fear Community College Union
Station, 502 North Front Street.
Conference Registration fee is $150 and includes optional Tours, Tuesday
evening's Reception and Wednesday Conference.
Registration information:
http://www.ncftpc.com/conference-information.html
October 8
Triad Entrepreneurs' Workshop Greensboro
Co-Sponsored by Sam's Club and Greensboro/High Point SCORE,
this free workshop concentrates on the basic knowledge needed by small
businesses and entrepreneurial start-ups. Included in the workshop will be the
following presentations: Small Business Tax Law; Quickbooks Tips and Templates;
Intellectual Properties Procedures; Payroll Rules & Procedures by
Paychex; Affordable Care & Small
Business; Social Network Marketing. Space is Limited! Refreshments and light
lunch included. 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Where: Deep River Events Center; 606 Millwood School Road;
Greensboro; https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e9ritqop279ebe3b&c=15ee9460-ddd0-11e3-996f-d4ae52754dbc&ch=16fcd010-ddd0-11e3-99d9-d4ae52754dbc
October 8
ABC's of PWC & The City of Fayetteville Purchasing Fayetteville
In support of the HIRE FAYETTEVILLE FIRST initiative, the
WBC of Fayetteville is planning a series of classes to help local small
businesses navigate the local purchasing process. Join them to learn about the
process and if certifications would be helpful in your journey of doing
business with the local government. Free. Noon-1:30. Registration information: 910-323-3377
October 8
WOSB & EDWOSB Contracting Program for Women Asheville
This SBTDC is sponsoring this workshop. It will cover the WOSB contracting program
and how businesses can compete for government contracts and grow their
business. The WOSB contracting program allows federal agencies to offer WOSB
set aside contracts to women business owners.
Discussion Topics include: Detailed Information on the eligibility
requirements • Steps to take to certify your company as a WOSB or EDWOSB •
Marketing your company as a WOSB or EDWOSB • How to compete for government
contracts • Resources available and much more.
Registration is required:
http://www.sbtdc.org/programs/ptac/wosb-seminars-2014/
Additional WOSB & EDWOSB Contracting Programs for Women
HICKORY October 9
RALEIGH October 14
BOONE November 18
www.sbtdc.org/programs/ptac/wosb-seminars-2014/#sthash.l3otRzV7.dpuf See more at:
http://www.sbtdc.org/programs/ptac/wosb-seminars-2014/#sthash.l3otRzV7.dpuf
October 13
Investor Ready Entrepreneur RTP
Learn from experienced investors and entrepreneurs during
Becoming an Investor-Ready Entrepreneur, a program designed to educate and
prepare growth-oriented entrepreneurs to successfully engage private equity
investors. It was developed with direct input from experienced entrepreneurs,
angel investors, angel networks / fund executives, and venture capitalists, and
provides an “insider’s look” into the world of equity funding. By understanding
what investors look for, entrepreneurs can reduce barriers to funding, navigate
the process more easily, and increase the chances of obtaining funding for
their business. $95. Learn more at:
http://www.sbtdc.org/business-events/becoming-an-investor-ready-entrepreneur-rtp/#sthash.sbVAjdxl.dpuf
October 13 @ noon
CEED Capital Loan Class Fayetteville
October 23 @ 5:30 pm
What loan fits best for your small business? Need working
capital? Need a loan for equipment? Topics covered: Basic Commercial Loan Terminology,
Differences between Small Business Loans,
Loan Requirements, Why is Credit
Score & History important.
Free. Registration information:
910-323-3377.
October 15&16 FEDCON SUMMIT Wilmington
Senator Richard Burr and the North Carolina Military
Business Center are pleased to host the 2014 North Carolina Federal
Construction, Infrastructure & Environmental (FEDCON) Summit in Wilmington
at the Wilmington Convention Center on October 15-16, 2014. For more
information visit:
http://www.ncmbc.us/2014FEDCON.php
The "FEDCON Summit" brings together over 600 representatives
of the Corps of Engineers, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Fort Bragg,
Marine Corps Installations East/Camp Lejeune, MCAS Cherry Point, Seymour
Johnson AFB, US Coast Guard, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services
Administration, other federal agencies and installations, general and specialty
contractors, designers and construction suppliers in North Carolina.
October 16
Funding High-Growth Ventures Greensboro
This workshop is for any emerging or existing company who
knows that understanding the scope of financing available to them is key to
success. This workshop will use best practices and data to examine how to
finance a startup business, including: An introduction to start-up
capital requirements and stages of development; Examining investment opportunities –
lender vs. investors; Exit strategies and options; Capital sources for
entrepreneurs – angel investors vs. venture capitalists; Business plans for
start-ups; How to surround yourself with great advisors; What is a fundable
company. 6pm to 9 pm. Cost: $199. Location: 7300 Cessna Drive Greensboro, NC
27409; Register: www.haloworkshops.com/register
October 16 How to
Raise Your Credit Score Over 740 Points
Fayetteville
The Veterans Business Outreach Center at Fayetteville State
University is hosting a free Credit Workshop that will be led by Bob
Moore. 6pm – 9pm; Fayetteville State
University SBE 145. This workshop will
provide some answers YOU need to improve YOUR score in the shortest time
possible. This workshop is absolutely
free, nothing to buy, no gimmicks, and no surprises. To register for the
workshop: Contact Sarah Espinosa at sespinos@uncfsu.edu or call 910-672-2683
October 21
Winter Weather Prep Webinar 2 PM Webinar
SBA and Agility Recovery partner together to offer monthly
disaster preparedness webinars. Please
go to http://www.preparemybusiness.org/
for log in information.
October 29-31 GLOBAL MARKETS Charlotte
Compete, Win, and Grow Your Business through Exporting. Looking to penetrate new overseas markets and
boost your bottom line through exports? Then reserve your place now at a
DISCOVER GLOBAL MARKETS event in 2014.
Several events will be held around the country.
At Each DISCOVER GLOBAL MARKETS Conference you will: • Meet
one-on-one with U.S. Commercial Diplomats visiting from abroad • Participate in
panel discussions on the latest industry trends
• Identify new and emerging markets of opportunity ahead of your
competition • Learn about U.S. export programs designed to cut your time to
market • Network with U.S. trade officials, leading private sector experts and
like-minded U.S. businesses active in overseas markets. Breakout Session will cover questions
on: • Export finance • Protecting your intellectual property broad
• Complying with U.S. Export Controls • Mitigating your risk • Market
entry strategies. Charlotte will
host “The Americas”. $295.
Register at:
https://www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1468383 For more information,
http://export.gov/discoverglobalmarkets/
November 4
SBIR/STTR and Technology Commercialization Cary
Join the SBTDC for a Full-day Immersion into SBIR/STTR and
Technology Commercialization! Prepare
to delve into: a detailed overview of
this competitive $2.2B funding mechanism, how to craft a successful Phase I
proposal, commercialization and transitioning from R&D to product, success
stories from local awardees who have collectively secured over $15M in SBIR
funding, the One NC Match program and government registrations and
contracting. The symposium will offer
ample opportunity to network with speakers, service providers, awardees. Lunch provided
with paid registration. $150. Register:
http://www.sbtdc.org/events/sbir/symposium2014/
November 12 ABC's
of PWC & the City of Fayetteville Purchasing Fayetteville
In support of the HIRE FAYETTEVILLE FIRST initiative, the
WBC of Fayetteville is planning a series of classes to help local small
businesses navigate the local purchasing process. Join them to learn about the
process and if certifications would be helpful in your journey of doing
business with the local government.
Free. Noon-1:30. Registration
information: 910-323-3377
November 15 The Impact of Preparedness on the Bottom
Line 2PM Webinar
SBA and Agility Recovery partner together to offer monthly
disaster preparedness webinars. Please
go to
http://www.preparemybusiness.org/
for log in information.
December 8 – Charlotte Advanced Proposal Preparation
and Development Workshops
December 11 - Wilmington
The North Carolina Military Business Center is hosting six
Advanced Proposal Preparation and Development Workshops throughout North
Carolina. Each workshop session will consist of two days of lecture,
discussion, extensive hands-on class exercises and homework. Participants will build on prior experience
to: Make informed bid/no-bid decisions, Develop a technical proposal response
to a sample solicitation, Develop a pricing estimate for a sample solicitation,
Present an oral presentation of their proposal, and more. Attendees must have working knowledge and
experience with basic acquisition processes, federal government solicitations,
basics of technical and price proposal preparation, federal source selection
processes and applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). $425.
Register today online at:http://www.ncmbc.us/14AdvancedProposalWriting.php
December 20 Management
obligations during Disaster Recovery
2 PM Webinar
SBA and Agility Recovery partner together to offer monthly
disaster preparedness webinars. Please
go to
http://www.preparemybusiness.orghttp://www.preparemybusiness.org/
for log in information
