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Enterprise FL – Minority & Small Business Procurement Boot Camp
Enterprise FL – Minority & Small Business Procurement Boot Camp
This in-person, all day workshop is designed to educate Florida minority and small businesses regarding procurement readiness. The morning session will include presentations by experts in procurement sharing their best practices. The afternoon session will provide valuable insight on how to do business with over 20 organizations. The goal of this workshop is to equip […]
SCORE: Internet Marketing Series 4 of 5 – How to Blog for SEO
SCORE: Internet Marketing Series 4 of 5 – How to Blog for SEO
FREE Part #4 of a series of 5 workshops that are designed to develop an effective and unified marketing plan for your small business or nonprofit. This series of 5 workshops are designed to develop an effective and unified marketing plan for your Business %%https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005ruPd&origination=https%253A//orlando.score.org/event/internet-marketing-series-4-5-how-blog-seo-20%%
SCORE – Funding Your Business
SCORE – Funding Your Business
For people who think they might need funding for their business. It is designed for start-ups and existing businesses with cash flow or capital issues. The seminar explains the various sources of funds, their lending criteria and how they differ. %%https://orlando.score.org/event/funding-your-business-48%%
3 events,
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
FREE weekly meetings - every Wednesdays at the UCF Business Incubator at 3218 E. Colonial Ave., across from the Fashion Square Mall. You can also register to attend our meeting via Zoom at https://bit.ly/1MCO01112023. 1 Million Cups (1MC) communities across the nation aim to present an inclusive and supportive front door to their local entrepreneurial ecosystem […]
SBDC/PTAC: Government Contracting- Overview
SBDC/PTAC: Government Contracting- Overview
Federal, State, and Local Government procurement is the largest target market in the world. The question is usually not “Does the government buy what you are selling?”…it is more “Can you be competitive enough and relentless enough to position your business to win government contracts?”. If you think you can be competitive, then government contracting […]
SCORE: Recipe for Social Media Success
SCORE: Recipe for Social Media Success
Learn how to leverage social media to grow your business: Which social networks are the best fit, Social media advertising, Best practices, and Time-saving tips. As a small business, social media is overwhelming and often feels like you’re just spinning your wheels. You have to figure out where to be, how to be engaging, and […]
3 events,
SCORE: Understanding Business Loan Proposals
SCORE: Understanding Business Loan Proposals
Do you have a great idea for a business and the only thing standing in your way is the money to give it some legs? Or, you already own your own business but could use some extra capital to take things to the next level? You have come to the right place! In this presentation, […]
CFITO: Solutions to Support Your Export Growth
CFITO: Solutions to Support Your Export Growth
You are in business for yourself, but you don’t have to do it by yourself. There are many resources available to small businesses and entrepreneurs in Central Florida, including those seeking to access the 95% of world consumers who live outside the United States. Come get answers to your questions about how your business can […]
VEI Scaleup Cohort 2- Growth
VEI Scaleup Cohort 2- Growth
For veteran led companies generating revenue and looking to scale. The cohort helps veterans clarify business concepts or models by walking through the steps of planning, adjusting and re-shaping the business model and/or growth plan. The course will introduce veterans to resources and advisors that could provide invaluable support in laying the foundation for a […]
3 events,
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Business Plan Development Bootcamp – part 1
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Business Plan Development Bootcamp – part 1
This week is part 1 of a 3 part series: The Business Plan Boot Camp is a hands-on experience that helps business owners and entrepreneurs to understand and write a business plan. Business Plans are required by banks, investors, and future partners. In addition, a business plan is a road map for success. Certified Instructor: […]
Starter Studio & Synapse – Pitch Launch Series Orlando
Starter Studio & Synapse – Pitch Launch Series Orlando
StarterStudio is presenting a workshop for Synapse Summit on how to put an investor pitch deck together. This event will provide you with an overview of the skills you need to raise capital for your startup. Dawn Haynes and Derek Barnett will walk founders through the importance of Pitch Decks when raising capital. Their unique […]
Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge 2023 – Day 1
Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge 2023 – Day 1
The Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge is a 3-day event where developers, students, marketers, startup enthusiasts, graphic artists, and sports business professionals pitch new and innovative ideas at the state-of-the-art Orlando Magic offices. This program is powered by HyperValidation - a team that has delivered global award winning events. How does it work? Orlando Magic will present […]
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Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge 2023 – Day 2
Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge 2023 – Day 2
The Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge is a 3-day event where developers, students, marketers, startup enthusiasts, graphic artists, and sports business professionals pitch new and innovative ideas at the state-of-the-art Orlando Magic offices. This program is powered by HyperValidation - a team that has delivered global award winning events. How does it work? Orlando Magic will present […]
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Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge 2023 – Day 3
Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge 2023 – Day 3
The Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge is a 3-day event where developers, students, marketers, startup enthusiasts, graphic artists, and sports business professionals pitch new and innovative ideas at the state-of-the-art Orlando Magic offices. This program is powered by HyperValidation - a team that has delivered global award winning events. How does it work? Orlando Magic will present […]
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SCORE: Internet Marketing Series 5 of 5 – Email Marketing for 2023
SCORE: Internet Marketing Series 5 of 5 – Email Marketing for 2023
or many small businesses, marketing means having a social media page and maybe a website. To effectively market your business and its products or services, marketing needs to be much more than that. This series of 5 workshops are designed to develop an effective and unified marketing plan for your small business or nonprofit. This […]
SCORE: Out-Compete Your Competition
SCORE: Out-Compete Your Competition
Business is competitive. But there are ways to come out on top. Some will look at the competition and think they need to speak negatively about them and fret that they may lose out. This does not need to be the case. In this webinar, we are going to discuss ways that you will separate […]
4 events,
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
FREE weekly meetings - every Wednesdays at the UCF Business Incubator at 3218 E. Colonial Ave., across from the Fashion Square Mall. You can also register to attend our meeting via Zoom at https://bit.ly/1MCO01112023. 1 Million Cups (1MC) communities across the nation aim to present an inclusive and supportive front door to their local entrepreneurial ecosystem […]
EOCC – W.I.S.E. (Women in Successful Endeavors) Business Women Networking Luncheon
EOCC – W.I.S.E. (Women in Successful Endeavors) Business Women Networking Luncheon
W.I.S.E. (Women in Successful Endeavors) is Women supporting Women quarterly networking brunch focused on guiding members to improve confidence, self-esteem, building relationships, cultivate determination and elevate potential. This year we are celebrating the ConnectHER Series: Inspirational Leadership featuring outstanding leaders in our community. This month we celebrate Belinda Ortiz Kirkegard, named President of the National […]
SBA Workshop: Common Problems Affecting 8(a) Business Development Program Applications
SBA Workshop: Common Problems Affecting 8(a) Business Development Program Applications
We look forward to seeing you In-Person at the National Entrepreneur Center in Orlando. The SBA’s 8(a) Business Development program is one of the most powerful federal government certification programs that permit eligible, certified businesses to obtain sole source and limited competition contracting opportunities. To ensure that applicant businesses are eligible for certification, the SBA […]
SCORE: How to Leverage Your Personality to Sell More – Part 3 of 3
SCORE: How to Leverage Your Personality to Sell More – Part 3 of 3
Part III: Measure Success, Celebrate Wins Creating your Success Plan is the first step, but how do we know we are making progress? This workshop will review what we learned in Part I and Part II of this series. In our review of Personalities, Generations, and Languages of Appreciation, we will tie it all together […]
5 events,
ELLE Collective – Marketing Panel Discussion
ELLE Collective – Marketing Panel Discussion
Join us for a panel discussion for women business owners: How to Attract Customers and Keep Them Coming Back. Registration and networking at 8:00 a.m., program begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. No charge to attend.
Prospera: Mini Access to Capital Expo
Prospera: Mini Access to Capital Expo
Descubra los puntos esenciales para obtener acceso a capital para pequeños negocios: • Requisitos • Términos • documentación necesaria • Recursos • Consejos de expertos Oportunidad de conversar con entidades financiera %%https://prosperausa.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=prosperausa&service=6%%
SBDC: Marketing Basics
SBDC: Marketing Basics
A VIRTUAL webinar providing an overview of the marketing process for small business, as well as a close look at all elements of a marketing plan. Marketing is the driver of revenue growth and an imperative for small business success. Topics include the traditional four “P’s” of marketing – Product, Place, Promotion, and Price – […]
SCORE: 3 Must-Do Digital Strategies With the Highest Return
SCORE: 3 Must-Do Digital Strategies With the Highest Return
Social media is a top strategy in your marketing tool box, but did you know that it always works synergistically with 3 other critical digital campaigns? What are they? Join us at this workshop to discover 3 marketing tactics every business must do (and most aren’t) with social media to take their marketing to another […]
Orlando Tech Community – tenX tech February Meetup
Orlando Tech Community – tenX tech February Meetup
Join your fellow Orlando Tech Community members for an exciting night of collaboration and connection as we continue the event series, tenX tech - February 9 at Vu Technologies! Focused on uniting Central Florida’s entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators, tenX tech will highlight projects, businesses and individuals scaling the Orlando region’s tech success. ‼️‼️In addition to […]
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UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Business Plan Development Bootcamp – part 2
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Business Plan Development Bootcamp – part 2
This week is part 2 of a 3 part series: The Business Plan Boot Camp is a hands-on experience that helps business owners and entrepreneurs to understand and write a business plan. Business Plans are required by banks, investors, and future partners. In addition, a business plan is a road map for success. Certified Instructor: […]
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SCORE: Starting Your New Business
SCORE: Starting Your New Business
This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to collect business information and research. You will learn about capital funding and the lender’s view […]
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SBDC: Success is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Business Part I
SBDC: Success is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Business Part I
VIRTUAL WEBINAR – Make your future happen; don’t let it happen to you. With a strategic plan, you will be able to establish your company’s direction, make better business decisions, and have a source of increased market share and profitability. Strategic planning is a series of building blocks including: • Financial Plan • Marketing Plan […]
SCORE: How to Build a Highly Effective Home Page: Best Practices
SCORE: How to Build a Highly Effective Home Page: Best Practices
Your home page may be the only time you have to make a first impression, and you have 3-5 seconds to make a good one. You can’t afford to ignore your home page. Let’s learn how to build an effective home page in this informative, jam-packed session. Attendees will learn: · The Purpose of a […]
SCORE: Marketing Your Business
SCORE: Marketing Your Business
For people who want to obtain trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains many practical marketing tips. It will help you define your mission, analyze your situation, conduct research, identify your target market, and develop your marketing mix. %%https://orlando.score.org/event/marketing-your-business-113%%
5 events,
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
FREE weekly meetings - every Wednesdays at the UCF Business Incubator at 3218 E. Colonial Ave., across from the Fashion Square Mall. You can also register to attend our meeting via Zoom at https://bit.ly/1MCO01112023. 1 Million Cups (1MC) communities across the nation aim to present an inclusive and supportive front door to their local entrepreneurial ecosystem […]
NAWBO: Lunch and Learn – Marketing Strategies for 2023
NAWBO: Lunch and Learn – Marketing Strategies for 2023
Want to grow your business this year? Do you have a digital marketing strategy? If you‘re an established business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, this is a great way to find out what’s trending in marketing for small business. Learn from our panelists as they share tips for digital marketing: including websites, search engine […]
Prospera – Cómo iniciar su negocio correctamente VIRTUAL
Prospera – Cómo iniciar su negocio correctamente VIRTUAL
Esta sesión es para dar información básica sobre cómo comenzar un negocio. Temas incluyen: •Licencias •Requisitos del estado •Opciones de financiamiento •Cómo Prospera le puede proveer asistencia para comenzar o expandir su negocio %%https://prosperausa.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=prosperausa&service=6%%
SCORE: Franchises – An Easier Way to Owning a Business
SCORE: Franchises – An Easier Way to Owning a Business
Owning a franchise is one way to become an entrepreneur. A franchisor provides the planning, brand name and promotional support the franchisee needs to get started. Attend this workshop to see if a franchise is right for you. Have you always wanted to be your own boss but didn’t quite know how to get started? […]
SCORE: Building Your Financial Plan
SCORE: Building Your Financial Plan
For people who have limited knowledge or understanding of basic accounting and finance. This seminar is intended to explain the methods and need for financial tracking, control and generating the financial projections necessary to develop your plan such as: cash flow, income statement, break evens and balance sheet. %%https://orlando.score.org/event/building-your-financial-plan-38%%
2 events,
SCORE – Orlando: 10 Pitch Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make and How to Avoid Them
SCORE – Orlando: 10 Pitch Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make and How to Avoid Them
You will learn: • Learn how to build credibility at the beginning of your pitch instantly • How to shake pitch nervousness • How to read the room and critical body language cues • Learn how to improve your pitch in 30 minutes or less • Amazing Pitch practice tips and more https://www.score.org/orlando/event/10-pitch-mistakes-entrepreneurs-make-and-how-avoid-them
SCORE: Employee Performance Review
SCORE: Employee Performance Review
Learn how to use employee performance reviews to align your employees with your business goals and strategies. Done effectively, these reviews can also improve employee satisfaction and results while ensuring that your organization is all going in the same direction. We will discuss: 1)Shift From Focus On The Past To The Future 2)Dismantle Direct Tie […]
2 events,
Volusia County Economic Development “Q” Breakfast – Cultivating Innovation
Volusia County Economic Development “Q” Breakfast – Cultivating Innovation
Join Volusia County Economic Development for the "Q" Breakfast for a conversation on Cultivating Innovation with our Innovation Expert Panel: Stephanie Miller, Ph.D., Executive Director, Technology Transfer and Research Park, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Lou Paris, Serial Entrepreneur, Konkeros Connie Garzon, Site Manager, Volusia County Business Incubator powered by the University of Central Florida Helga van Eckert, director […]
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Business Plan Development Bootcamp – part 2
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Business Plan Development Bootcamp – part 2
This week is part 2 of a 3 part series: The Business Plan Boot Camp is a hands-on experience that helps business owners and entrepreneurs to understand and write a business plan. Business Plans are required by banks, investors, and future partners. In addition, a business plan is a road map for success. Certified Instructor: […]
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GHACC Academy – How a Defined Brand Experience Increases Revenue
GHACC Academy – How a Defined Brand Experience Increases Revenue
This event will be a business class/session for local entrepreneurs and business owners as the first of our monthly series called GHACC Academy. Each month we’ll be featuring a speaker and topics regarding business growth, finance, marketing, and more. February's workshop is "How a Defined Brand Experience Increases Revenue" %%https://ghacc.org/events/%%
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How to do Business with Orange County
How to do Business with Orange County
How to do Business with Orange County Workshops are held every 3rd Monday of each month from 10:00 AM – 12:00 p.m. The workshop is FREE and is being held at the National Entrepreneur Center – 3201 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803 To Register, please contact: Patrice “PK” McKay – Senior Contract Administrator [email protected] […]
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SBDC: Success is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Business Part II
SBDC: Success is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Business Part II
This is PART II of our VIRTUAL WEBINAR series – Make your future happen; don’t let it happen to you. With a strategic plan, you will be able to establish your company’s direction, make better business decisions, and have a source of increased market share and profitability. Strategic planning is a series of building blocks […]
SCORE: The Best Kept Secret Every Business Needs
SCORE: The Best Kept Secret Every Business Needs
If a customer can’t find you, they can’t pick you. One of the best ways to have them find you before your competitors is with a free Google tool that every business should use. Learn about Google’s free tool for businesses who want to connect with their ideal market. In this session you’ll learn how […]
Orlando Innovation League: Innovation Stories: FinTech meets Higher Ed
Orlando Innovation League: Innovation Stories: FinTech meets Higher Ed
Welcome to another great meetup event hosted by the Orlando Innovation League! This month, we have two accomplished local innovators opening up on their experiences in innovation with FinTech and Higher Ed.
2 events,
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
FREE weekly meetings - every Wednesdays at the UCF Business Incubator at 3218 E. Colonial Ave., across from the Fashion Square Mall. You can also register to attend our meeting via Zoom at https://bit.ly/1MCO01112023. 1 Million Cups (1MC) communities across the nation aim to present an inclusive and supportive front door to their local entrepreneurial ecosystem […]
SCORE: How to Stop Landing in the Spam Folder
SCORE: How to Stop Landing in the Spam Folder
Is your (sending) reputation helping you or harming you? Are your messages making it to the inbox? Or are they going to the junk folder? Your sending reputation, or how email service providers judge your mail, can determine whether your messages are ever seen. If the emails that you send generate a lot of spam […]
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SCORE: Generational Marketing – Reach & Acquire 4 Generations of Customers
SCORE: Generational Marketing – Reach & Acquire 4 Generations of Customers
Having to reach, influence, and convert 4 generations has made marketing more complicated than ever for small businesses to generate leads, build brand trust and achieve financial objectives. Are you struggling with where to find a Boomer and how to sway a Gen Z’er? How about unpredictable Millennials? They are all SO different. It is […]
SCORE: Tackle Quickbooks Online Basics (QB02)
SCORE: Tackle Quickbooks Online Basics (QB02)
Join us to learn how to enter basic transactions including creating invoices, making deposits, recording expenses, bills and checks. We will also talk about how to use bank feeds and set up rules to save you time; and walk through a standard process of how to reconcile your accounts. All this, plus tips and tricks […]
SCORE: Leadership – A Blueprint to Success
SCORE: Leadership – A Blueprint to Success
Success or failure in a business rests on the shoulders of leadership. Who is the leader in the group? This webinar will help you discover things about leadership that will surprise you and help you ensure success in your business. Our Presenter: John Jackson III is a SCORE mentor with over 25 years experience in […]
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SCORE: How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
SCORE: How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
Intellectual property rights can cover a wide array of legal protections entrepreneurs may need to protect their unique products and services, their branding their company’s reputation and other intellectual assets. This webinar will cover the following topics: • Intellectual Property – Definition and Common Mistakes • Trademark Registration and Rights • Types of Patents and […]
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SCORE: Email Marketing – A Strong Tool in your Marketing Toolbox
SCORE: Email Marketing – A Strong Tool in your Marketing Toolbox
Email marketing generates a $42 return on investment for every $1 spent. Get the biggest bang for your marketing buck with a strategy that converts prospects into customers! We understand that kick-starting your email marketing strategy can be a daunting task. It takes all of the things that small businesses and non-profits don’t seem to […]
PTAC: Government Contracting Overview
PTAC: Government Contracting Overview
Federal, State, and Local Government procurement is the largest target market in the world. The question is usually not “Does the government buy what you are selling?”…it is more “Can you be competitive enough and relentless enough to position your business to win government contracts?”. If you think you can be competitive, then government contracting […]
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SCORE – How to Save on Taxes in 2023
SCORE – How to Save on Taxes in 2023
– What are the new tax code changes for 2022/2023 – How to structure your company for best tax advantage – How should self-employed individuals structure their taxes – What are the reporting requirements for income and deductions – What deductions can you take – Paying yourself through your business income Create %%https://www.score.org/orlando/event/how-save-taxes-2023%%
SBDC: Business Basics – How to Start Your Business
SBDC: Business Basics – How to Start Your Business
If you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This three-hour in-person seminar will give you an overview of what to know, actions to take, and how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success. Learn about the journey from pre-venture to start up to […]
CFITO DEC USCS: Exporting for Women, Grant Funding & Services, Part One
CFITO DEC USCS: Exporting for Women, Grant Funding & Services, Part One
Explore and learn more about Export and International Grant Funding and Services from this free virtual round table event. The Central-North Florida District Export Council (CNFL DEC), Tampa Bay and South Florida Organization of Women in International Trade(TBOWIT & SFLOWIT)will present Part One of the "Exporting for Women Series" interactive panel discussion on March 2, 2023, […]
SCORE: SBA Lending 101
SCORE: SBA Lending 101
What is an SBA Loan? An SBA loan is a government small business loan that can help cover startup costs, working capital needs, expansions, real estate purchases and more. The U.S. Small Business Administration helps small businesses get funding by setting guidelines for loans and reducing lender risk. These SBA-backed loans make it easier for […]
SCORE: How Do I Develop a Product or Service to Sell?
SCORE: How Do I Develop a Product or Service to Sell?
This seminar will cover generating new product ideas, building product concepts, and discuss methods of tailoring your product to the right target market. This will include: • Generating product ideas and concepts. • Functions, tasks and pain points. • Creating insight statements. • Translating insights into product concepts. • Defining a successful product or service. […]
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