Marketing 101 | Active Shooter Preparedness
Active Shooter Preparedness Learn How to Market Your Business with SBA Resources How to Set a Marketing Budget 10 Essentials of A Marketing Plan 4 Ways to Upgrade Your Marketing Efforts Marketing 101: A Guide to Winning Customers This course is designed to provide a basic overview of marketing. It is a practical program with real-world examples and helpful tips. The course is directed to small business owners who are interested in reaching a broader customer base. Active Shooter Preparedness Resources for Your Small Business The tragic events in Orlando are a reminder that small businesses are not immune from violence. The US Department of Homeland Security offers free courses,...
Legal Issues Facing a Small Business and Funding Panel
Legal Issues What Business Owners Need to Know When Starting or Expanding a Business The workshop is specially developed for entrepreneurs starting a new business or planning to grow their business. The three primary considerations are: (a) Choosing a legal business structure, (b) understanding government rules and regulations (including copyright/trademark), and, (c) buying business insurance. Presenter: Rita Leader, SCORE Mentor and retired Corporate Attorney Contact: Lalitha Raman lraman611@yahoo.com 713-773-6565 Rita is an attorney who has practiced corporate law for over 26 years representing individual entrepreneurs, small corporations, large publicly held corporations and venture capitalists. She specializes in the field of corporate finance and securities, while providing general business representation to her clients. When: Saturday June 18, 2016 10:30 AM-12:300 PM Registration: 10:00 AM Where: Kingwood...
Selling Techniques for Small Business
Selling Techniques for Small Business Selling is a numbers game. The more you are in front of buyers the more sales you will close. Before you do anything, there are a few things you need to know-selling yourself, knowing your product, knowing the competition and learning how to target your potential customers. This workshop will teach you how to: Get in the position to sell Prepare for the sales call Have the best approach Construct the body of your presentation Deal with objections Close the deal and so much more! When: Friday, June 17, 2016 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Where: Small Business Administration 2422 E. Tyler St., Ste. E. Harlingen, Texas 78550 Seating...
4 Ways to Market Your Business This Father’s Day
4 Ways to Market Your Business This Father’s Day 5 Ways to Establish Credit for Your Business https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&v=tFyd0H0tpes The United State of Women Summit Join the SBA and many others via live stream for the first ever The United State of Women Summit on Tuesday, June 14. The Summit will focus on a variety of topics including entrepreneurship and innovation. Learn more Watch live on June 14 15 Minute Fastcast: The 5 Steps to Better Sales Performance A giant gap exists between the highest performing sales reps and everyone else. Join the SBA and Salesforce on Thursday, June 16 for a 15-minute fastcast webinar with actionable tips on how can you ensure all...
The 8(a) Business Development Program
Enhancing Your Federal Procurement Marketing: The 8(a) Business Development Program Would you like to participate in the 8(a) Program? Join Easter Wright, Business Opportunity Specialist at SBA Houston Office, for a webinar reviewing participation in the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program. Register for this webinar to find out about the Federal Certification Program and the many tools available to help small businesses build and successfully compete in the federal sector. You Will Learn: 1. About the 8(a) Business Development Program. 2. Eligibility Requirements for the Program. 3. How to Apply for the Program. When: Wednesday, June 15, 2016 10:00 a.m – 11:00 a.m. (Central Standard Time) SBA offers a variety of programs and services. Understanding...
Could your business use more customers?
Leverage Your Resources in the Export Arena It's Time To Explore Exporting Opportunities The 2016 National Small Business Association survey indicates that two-thirds of small business exporters are concerned with getting paid. Consequently, 66% of small business exporters ship on full payment in advance and 44% ship on 30 day terms. The global market is constantly changing and so must you to remain competitive. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers viable solutions to your known and unknown concerns. Join us and learn about it!!! The SBA will present "Leverage your Resources in the Export Arena", a seminar sponsored by BB&T Bank and hosted by the Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, June...
HUBZone Workshop
HUBZone Workshop (El Paso, Texas County Only) The Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) Understand the HUBZone and the benefits of the program. Learn if you are eligible to gain access to more federal contracting opportunities! When: June 15th 7:30 a.m. - 10:00a.m. Contact Andrea Kerr for more information (915)629-6700 Larry Ellison: Balance work and play Office In America Co.: Bring possibilities to your business. We are your business service provider in corporate address, office space, co-working space, personal assistant, mail handling, conference room, meeting space, phone number, fax number and more. Are you looking for an office space to rent? For a free tour of your next office and a one day free pass, call us now at +1.713.893.1400 in partnership with ...
Free Coworking + Free Business Workshop + Free Business Showcase
Free Coworking + Free Business Workshop + Free Business Showcase Friday, June 3, 2016 2500 Yale St, Houston, TX (edit map) 9 am - 5 pm: Free Coworking Bring friends to co-work together! 5 - 6 pm: Free Business Workshop Join us for Turning Actions into Results Workshop conducted by a Peak Performance Strategist from Tony Robins. Workshop Benefits: Learn the three actions you absolutely must take to be successful in any business. • Destroy the two obstacles that are dramatically limiting your sales. • Discover the fastest method to doubling your sales without spending a penny. • Master a proven method for tripling your referrals in any interaction. • Develop an unshakable mindset that will give you the competitive advantage in your industry. 6 -...
Starting and Running Your Own Business Seminar
Starting and Running Your Own Business Seminar This seminar is a must for prospective entrepreneurs and a proven benefit to many already in business. It is a powerful program that's packed with information, tips and techniques needed to start a new business as well as improve an ongoing enterprise. You will leave this seminar with skills and insights on how to run a successful business. If you don't need it please forward this to someone who does. Fee: $50 Online; $60 at the door. Includes Lunch and Refreshments Free to first 10 veterans thanks to a grant by Capital One Bank Register Now! AGENDA Personal Factors & Management Business Opportunities Marketing Organization /Regulations/ Insurance Lunch Requirements & Sources of...
Houston Launch – Alpha Launchcamp
Houston Launch is the premier program for working professionals aspiring to become entrepreneurs, start-ups, and entrepreneurs needing a refresher on modern methods in the Greater Houston area. Launchcamp offers evening and weekend workshops for entrepreneurs co-facilitated by two of Houston's top companies supporting growth of the Houston Small Business Market, Houston Business Lounge and Small Business Connexion. All workshops will be administered by our trained staff and subject matter experts. Launchcamp will consist of two 3 hour sessions each week. One session will be a Classroom Training and the remainder will be an on-line Web Based Traning. All classroom and web-based training will be recorded for indefinite playback. The...