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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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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 […]
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 […]
5 events,
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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NEC – Start Your Own Business
NEC – Start Your Own Business
In this fast-paced session, we will guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. You will learn about the different legal entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We’ll also cover what business plans are all about and how to collect business information and research. You will also learn about capital funding and the […]
SCORE: Using Reference Solutions to Grow your Small Business
SCORE: Using Reference Solutions to Grow your Small Business
In this session, you will learn how to: Reference Solutions is a set of databases that allows you to download records of your target market prospects for free. – Access Reference Solutions from home for free with your library card, – Identify new sales prospects, – Create customized business & consumer marketing lists, – Identify […]
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SCORE: How to Make Your Website Copy Look Amazing
SCORE: How to Make Your Website Copy Look Amazing
How to Make Your Website Copy Look Amazing Have you written the copy for your website? Are you now ready to paste it on your website? Wait! In this working session, we show you how to lay out your website copy so it is skimmable, gorgeous, and inviting. We will show you how to use […]
CFITO & WBEC: Bridging Global Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses
CFITO & WBEC: Bridging Global Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses
Join the Women's Business Development Council of Florida (WBEC) & Puerto Rico and our host, Central Florida International Trade Office (CFITO), for an event focused on elevating the conversation for women-owned businesses and the need to level the playing field across the globe to ignite equity and business growth. Hear from global leaders about: Why […]
SCORE: Tax Boot Camp for Small Business Owners
SCORE: Tax Boot Camp for Small Business Owners
This seminar is specifically developed for small business owners who have little to no experience or understanding of the role and impact of income taxes on their businesses. It is facilitated by experienced Tax Professionals and is designed to provide ideas and tax strategies that can be shared with one’s tax advisor. %%https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005rqgd&activeChapter=Space%20Coast&origination=https%253A//www.score.org/orlando/event/tax-boot-camp-small-business-owners-2%%
4 events,
SCORE: Deep Dive into Facebook
SCORE: Deep Dive into Facebook
In this session on Facebook, attendees will analyze if Facebook is really the best platform to drive their particular business, what types of content to create for your viewers and how organic versus paid advertising works. Attendees with learn about different types of content, where to find free or inexpensive tools to organize and assist […]
CF Tech Grove – Forging Innovation with US Space Force
CF Tech Grove – Forging Innovation with US Space Force
The Central Florida Tech Grove is taking the Juice Bar on the road again in March and will be broadcasting live from GroundSwell Startups in Melbourne, Florida on Wednesday, 8 March 1:00-2:30 pm. This month's guests will be Guardians from the US Space Force Spark Innovation Cell - The Forge. Join us to learn about […]
Tech Grove: Roundtable with the Program Manager – US Army PEO STRI Synthetic Environment
Tech Grove: Roundtable with the Program Manager – US Army PEO STRI Synthetic Environment
Join us on Wednesday 8 March for the inaugural "Roundtable with the Program Manager". Most of the Tech Grove customers (Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy,, and Space Force) have program or product managers that are responsible for driving innovation and solutions to our soldiers. We want to give YOU the opportunity to meet and […]
SCORE: Creating Stories that Sell
SCORE: Creating Stories that Sell
Learn how stories can be the most effective way to convince your customer to buy. Not only is this a great way to build rapport with your customers but it can help them understand and internalize your messages. Everyone in your business "sells" at some point; this training will help them do it well. Our […]
3 events,
SCORE: Price Your Product for Profit Right From the Start
SCORE: Price Your Product for Profit Right From the Start
Whether you produce a product or provide a service, staying in business requires your pricing strategy will generate enough revenue, ensure profitability, and pay you what you are worth. If this isn’t happening now, this event will have you walk away with a clear strategy that allows you to price your product to have a […]
Tech Grove: Grow Your Network at the Grove
Tech Grove: Grow Your Network at the Grove
Game engine technology is at the heart of the shift in immersive experiences, heralding a new age of content creation, interactive storytelling, design-driven development, and business process innovation. Unreal Engine is at the forefront of this transformation. As real-time technology becomes even more advanced and anyone, anywhere has the power to create photorealistic animation, design, and […]
SCORE: Determining Product Profit Potential and Target Market
SCORE: Determining Product Profit Potential and Target Market
This workshop will cover methods of calculating the market potential and estimating the amount of sales and profit you can derive from it using databases available for free through the Jacksonville Public Library. This will include: • How to define consumer or business target markets. • How to include psychographics in the definition. • Calculating […]
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Orange County Certification: Minority & Women Owned Businesses
Orange County Certification: Minority & Women Owned Businesses
CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP Every 2nd Monday of each month from 2:00 PM – 4:00 p.m. Detailed information provided regarding the differences between Orange County and the City of Orlando’s certification requirements. All forms are discussed in depth along with the application to assist the business owners with submitting a completed package and gaining understanding of the […]
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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://www.score.org/orlando/event/marketing-your-business-9%%
3 events,
SCORE: The Climb Women’s Business Conference
SCORE: The Climb Women’s Business Conference
Whether you own a business or are an aspiring entrepreneur, join us for a day of inspiration to help you climb higher! You’ll get practical business advice from successful CEO’s, entrepreneurs, and an engaging panel of resource organizations. The event concludes in the afternoon with refreshments and networking. Breakfast and lunch is included. Space is […]
SBDC/PTAC: Understanding “Government Contracting” Compliance
SBDC/PTAC: Understanding “Government Contracting” Compliance
In this webinar, Ed Kinberg, Government Contracting Attorney, will discuss government contracting compliance and best practices for making sure you incorporate it into your pricing and the execution of your contract. %%https://events.blackthorn.io/6g3Q8Wa7/5a1e6g2pwNj%%
SCORE: Becoming a QuickBooks Power User (QB03)
SCORE: Becoming a QuickBooks Power User (QB03)
Part 3 of 3: Join us for this QuickBooks online class to learn about the basic reports and how to create them for your company. We will also discuss the Receipts functions within the product, and some additional apps that can bring even more power to your product. Learn how to set up your budget […]
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SCORE & CFITO: Getting It Right Good Product = Good Suppliers
SCORE & CFITO: Getting It Right Good Product = Good Suppliers
Help keep your business running smoothly through effective relationship management with your suppliers. You know that working with the right supplier will help you get the right product at the right price and at the right time. And that is why you need to get your relationship with your suppliers right! In this workshop Kim […]
SBDC: Business Plan Writing Made Easier
SBDC: Business Plan Writing Made Easier
Your business needs a roadmap for every stage of its growth. In this VIRTUAL webinar we’ll remove the mystery of how to create a business plan, the information that should be included, and how to use it as a tool to keep your company on track for long term growth. %%https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/4868432306861486431%%
SCORE: Ask an Attorney: Legal Steps for Selling a Business
SCORE: Ask an Attorney: Legal Steps for Selling a Business
This webinar is geared towards small service based businesses with 20 employees or less. Our Presenter is Laurie M. Lee, Business Attorney and Owner of The Legal Department for Service Professionals, P.A. Laurie opened her own law firm in 2015 after recognizing the community’s need for experienced and quality legal counsel for small businesses. Her […]
NEC – Tools to Power Up Your Business – Business Model Canvas
NEC – Tools to Power Up Your Business – Business Model Canvas
Looking to start a business or have an idea and don’t know where to begin? Join this interactive training session that introduces the Business Model Canvas as a planning tool to visualize and bring your business to life! We will also cover the foundations for business planning!
SCORE: How to Set a Price for Your Product or Service
SCORE: How to Set a Price for Your Product or Service
This workshop will cover five methods of product pricing with step-by-step instructions on how to implement them. The methods discussed will include: – Value Added Pricing – Cost Plus Pricing – Modified Cost Plus Pricing – Competitive Pricing – Value Based Pricing We will also discuss how to combine some of these methods to determine […]
SCORE: Building/Running a Successful Not-for-Profit
SCORE: Building/Running a Successful Not-for-Profit
Wondering how to start and run a successful not-for-profit corporation? This in-person workshop will get you started on the right path. Although a non-profit corporation faces most of the same challenges as any business, there are several special considerations for operating a not-for-profit. Although such corporations are often called non-profits, ultimately they need to be […]
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UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series – part 1
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series – part 1
This week is part 1 of a 3 part series: The Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series in March 2023 will provide an introduction to the following topics - Accepting digital assets for your business, blockchain, - Decentralized Finance , - NFT Marketplaces, - The Metaverse, and Web3 Wallets. Guest Speaker: Alex Enser […]
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NEC – Tools to Power Up Your Business – Business Model Canvas
NEC – Tools to Power Up Your Business – Business Model Canvas
Looking to start a business or have an idea and don’t know where to begin? Join this interactive training session that introduces the Business Model Canvas as a planning tool to visualize and bring your business to life! We will also cover the foundations for business planning! Join us Saturday - March 18th from 9am-11am […]
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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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Rally: 5 year Celebration
Rally: 5 year Celebration
Don't forget to RSVP to our 5-Year Celebration taking place on March 21st! We’re planning a special evening at City Hall to celebrate where we’ve been and together, imagine where we’re going. We have 30 Limited Spots Open To The Community! You will get to meet our current fellows and hear from Mayor Dyer. You’ll […]
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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 […]
NEC – Financial Literacy for Entrepreneurs
NEC – Financial Literacy for Entrepreneurs
In this fast-paced session, you will discover the Top 3 things you need to know about finances when you own a business. Join SCORE Orlando Executives as they come to your community to discuss business finances for today’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. • Credit Score (How to build it and how to improve it) […]
SCORE: Grow Your Marketing List
SCORE: Grow Your Marketing List
When it comes to email marketing, you know how valuable your email list can be. In fact, your distribution list can be the crown jewel in your marketing strategy. But coming up with new ways to get people to sign up for your emails isn’t always easy. Attend this session to learn how to grow […]
3 events,
SCORE: 5 Ways to Create a Website People Want to Stay and Buy On
SCORE: 5 Ways to Create a Website People Want to Stay and Buy On
5 Ways to Create a Website People Want to Stay and Buy On It takes less than 15 seconds to capture someone’s attention on your website or they are gone, and some for good. Discover the top ways to design a user-friendly, stunning website that keeps people scrolling, reading, and buying. And if you do […]
SCORE: How to Increase Profitability – Part 1 of 2
SCORE: How to Increase Profitability – Part 1 of 2
In Part One, we will review how to define realistic profit goals and ways to manage expenses by covering the following topics Budgeting for Profitability – Entrepreneurs often budget by taking last year’s sales and increasing it by a few percent, if they budget at all. This section will take the traditional Revenue – Expenses […]
Rollins: 2023 Crummer Venture Plan Competition Finalist
Rollins: 2023 Crummer Venture Plan Competition Finalist
We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2023 Crummer Venture Plan Competition, Orlando region’s largest and most comprehensive business plan and pitch competition. Congratulations to Kismet Technologies, Meta Humans, and Soarce! The Finals will be held on Thursday, March 23. All are invited to the Rollins College campus to watch these three teams […]
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UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series – part 2
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series – part 2
This week is part 2 of a 3 part series: The Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series in March 2023 will provide an introduction to the following topics - Accepting digital assets for your business, blockchain, - Decentralized Finance , - NFT Marketplaces, - The Metaverse, and Web3 Wallets. Guest Speaker: Alex Enser […]
Rally: Summer 2023 Information Session
Rally: Summer 2023 Information Session
Are you thinking about starting or are currently running a nonprofit or for-profit venture that's tackling a challenging social, environmental, or economic issue? Join our staff for a 30-minute informational and Q&A session about the Rally Summer 2023 Fellowship program! Dates: March 24, 2023 | 12PM - 12:30PM EST (Virtual) April 17, 2023 | 12PM […]
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Orange County & 5/3 Bank: Preparing for Business Lending 101 Workshop
Orange County & 5/3 Bank: Preparing for Business Lending 101 Workshop
Join Orange County & 5/3 Bank to discuss preparing for business lending 101. Topic Discussed: • Types of access to capital solutions • Documentation needed to apply • Basic requirements to qualify • Conversation tips for businesses looking for funding options • Managing operating business transactions and activity through a legitimate business account • Importance […]
SCORE: How to Manage Your Business with KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
SCORE: How to Manage Your Business with KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
Using financial statements to manage a business is a good place to start, but Key Performance Indicators(or KPIs)go to the next level. They provide more detailed insights of where your business is succeeding and failing. We will discuss the concept of leading KPIs which can give you an earlier read on the direction of your […]
IACC: She Connects Women Empowerment
IACC: She Connects Women Empowerment
This collaborative event is focused on women’s economic empowerment, highlighting the regional resources available in Central Florida and includes an insightful, data-driven, panel discussion with female leaders from the private, public and nonprofit sectors. %%%%
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SBDC: Patents & Trademarks – Intellectual Property
SBDC: Patents & Trademarks – Intellectual Property
A two-hour webinar reviewing the different types of intellectual property that exists in the United States. Topics include patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, confidentiality/non-disclosure agreement, and general techniques for marketing new ideas. Come learn how you can protect your ideas, symbols, names, images, designs, and creativity. Speaker – Brian S. Steinberger, Esq. %%https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/patents-and-trademarks-intellectual-property-5a1e6g2puUv/overview%%
BBIF / AACCCF: Financial Management Essentials
BBIF / AACCCF: Financial Management Essentials
Join BBIF's small business experts in a workshop series where they will share crucial financial literacy tips, from personal to business. This knowledge will allow you to make informed financial decisions, create clear investment plans, & much more! At the workshop, you'll learn: An understanding of Income Statements, Balance Sheets, & Statements of Cash Flow. […]
NEC & NBMBA: Creating Plans that Get Funded!
NEC & NBMBA: Creating Plans that Get Funded!
Looking to start a business or have an idea and don’t know where to begin? Join this interactive training session that covers the foundations for business planning, considering outside funding sources for your business, and understanding what information is important to secure business funding. This session will also introduce the Business Model Canvas as a […]
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://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000009oB4f&activeChapter=Space%20Coast&origination=https%253A//www.score.org/orlando/event/funding-your-business-4%%
SCORE: Tuning Your Business Concept
SCORE: Tuning Your Business Concept
In the highly competitive world of business, being dynamic and flexible can be keys to success. The best plans can always be improved as real-life experiences shape your reality. This session will help you understand how to gather information to redefine and refocus your business goals. Our presenter, Steve Epner Steve teaches Innovation and Entrepreneurship […]
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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 […]
FSMSDC: Show Me the Money
FSMSDC: Show Me the Money
Join PNC Bank on a webinar about business banking and gaining access to Capital. Learn relevant information before submitting a business loan application: Readiness Requirements Eligibility Banking System Bank Products Terms and Conditions Register: bit.ly/ShowMeMoneyPNC
BOT: Success Stories: Inspiring Black Women In Tech & Their Journeys To The Top
BOT: Success Stories: Inspiring Black Women In Tech & Their Journeys To The Top
We're celebrating Women's History Month through highlighting a panel of inspiring Black women in Technology and their journey to the top. Meet Our Inspirational Black Women In Tech Panelists: Tiffany Spencer: Salesforce Trailblazer, Tech Executive, BOT Secretary Chair Tiffany Spencer is a 7x certified Salesforce.com Professional and Salesforce MVP with over 12 years of experience leading digital […]
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SCORE: Innovate to Elevate: 3 strategies to get your business off to a great start!
SCORE: Innovate to Elevate: 3 strategies to get your business off to a great start!
This session will help attendees learn to Discover the power of leveraging your genius reflecting and releasing goals Servola is the CEO of a federal and state certified MWBE training and organizational development firm, Motivate Enterprises LLC. Servola Frazier has developed a model that draws on her 21+ years of experience with the nonprofit sector, government […]
NAWBO: Take Flight Business Conference / PropelHER Pitch Competition
NAWBO: Take Flight Business Conference / PropelHER Pitch Competition
The second annual Take Flight Women’s Business Conference is a full-day conference designed to help you grow your business. You’ll be inspired by the incredible business pitches in the PropelHER Pitch Competition, motivated by our fantastic keynote address, and educated with sessions focusing on leadership, business growth, access to capital, avoiding burnout, and more. Join […]
Prospera: Información del evento: (VIRTUAL) Business Plan de Operaciones
Prospera: Información del evento: (VIRTUAL) Business Plan de Operaciones
los 5 elementos claves para tener un business plan efectivo -el decálogo de un plan de negocios - herramientas para sustentar tu plan de negocio e incrementar las probabilidades de inversión externa
BOT: Navigating the Startup Journey: Overcoming Founder Challenges
BOT: Navigating the Startup Journey: Overcoming Founder Challenges
Join Startup Weekend Orlando and Black Orlando Tech for a thought-provoking pre-cursor event titled "Navigating the Startup Journey: Overcoming Founder Challenges." This event is designed to offer insights and guidance to startup founders facing common challenges in their journey towards building a successful business. Our expert panel, consisting of successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders, will […]
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UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series – part 3
UCF BIP Volusia – WoW Fridays: Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series – part 3
This week is part 3 of a 3 part series: The Introduction to Web3 and Digital Assets series in March 2023 will provide an introduction to the following topics - Accepting digital assets for your business, blockchain, - Decentralized Finance , - NFT Marketplaces, - The Metaverse, and Web3 Wallets. Guest Speaker: Alex Enser […]
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NEC / NBMBA: Financial Literacy For Entrepreneurs
NEC / NBMBA: Financial Literacy For Entrepreneurs
In this fast-paced session, you will discover the Top 3 things you need to know about finances when you own a business. Join executives from the National Black MBA Association of Central Florida and Ascendus as they come to your community to discuss business finances for today’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. %%%%
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