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SBDC: Advisory Board Council Information Session
SBDC: Advisory Board Council Information Session
An advisory board comprised of highly experienced professionals can position your company for growth by bringing skill sets that are usually out of reach for most small businesses. The Advisory Board Council will hand-pick a team of advisors to work with you to develop growth strategies and focus on key issues such as cost-effective marketing, strategic planning, streamlining operations […]
SCORE SpaceCoast: BizFest 2023
SCORE SpaceCoast: BizFest 2023
The SCORE Space Coast Chapter will host the 7th annual Biz Fest Expo 2023 at the Holiday Inn Express and Suite and Space Coast Convention Center (301 tucker Lane, Cocoa, FL 32926) on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The event is free to attendees.....coffee and donuts in the morning and lunch at […]
Center for Business SSC, PTAC & ELLE Collective: Government Contacting Overview
Center for Business SSC, PTAC & ELLE Collective: Government Contacting Overview
Are you interested in learning how to do business with the government? If so, join us for our upcoming workshop on the topic. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and insight into the world of government contracting. Our expert speaker will cover everything you need to know about the process: from identifying […]
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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 […]
SCORE: Advanced Email Marketing: Contact Lists, Messages, Automation and Reports
SCORE: Advanced Email Marketing: Contact Lists, Messages, Automation and Reports
Take your email marketing to the next level with powerful tools to engage your audience. We’ll show you how to grow your contacts, personalize campaigns, and use automation to save time and win business. Email marketing is only as effective as your least engaged subscriber. That’s why having an interested and qualified list of contacts […]
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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CFITO, MACF, & SCORE: Fast, Cheap or Good – Shipping & Distribution
CFITO, MACF, & SCORE: Fast, Cheap or Good – Shipping & Distribution
Are you an entrepreneur who has had that “a-ha” moment for an amazing new product or for improving an existing one? And now you’re wondering what to do next? Then join SCORE, the Central Florida International Trade Office and the Manufacturers Association of Central Florida for our series on how to take this idea from […]
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 […]
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WBEC: Level UP Your Digital Presence
WBEC: Level UP Your Digital Presence
Join the Women’s Business Development Council of Florida & Puerto Rico and our host WBENC-Certified company, Synkriom as we present a session as part of our new series: WBE Spotlight Tour – Showcasing the Power of Women-Owned Businesses. Synkriom is your source for end-to-end IT services. Not only are they an IT service provider – […]
UCF BIP Volusia: WOW Friday – Human Capital Management for Small Businesses
UCF BIP Volusia: WOW Friday – Human Capital Management for Small Businesses
Join us at the Cinco De Mayo learning session in which you'll learn about how small businesses can stay competitive these days. How you choose to manage your back office, administrative burden can pull your focus away from reaching your goals - or closer to achieving them. ADP's innovative solutions are designed to help you […]
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!
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Inventors Council Meeting
Inventors Council Meeting
Membership is open to everyone. Learn more by clicking the big green button to the right. We are a Florida non-profit organization and a Federal 501-C3 non-profit. Monthly Meetings Every First Saturday at 1:00 p.m. Non-member admission $5.00 Annual Membership $30.00 First Visit FREE! Optional Join by Zoom
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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: Choose Your Sub-Contractors
SCORE: Choose Your Sub-Contractors
Often small businesses will need to outsource aspects of their business operation so that the owner can focus on those areas that are most strategic and where they have the most expertise. Your business success will depend on making good choices for these resources who, in effect, become an extension of your company. There are […]
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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 […]
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? […]
Orlando Innovation League: Quick Pitch Night
Orlando Innovation League: Quick Pitch Night
Join us on May 10 at the National Entrepreneurship Center for the Orlando Innovation League's quarterly quick pitch, hosted in partnership with Orlando Devs and the NEC. This is a great way to get your name out to a larger audience, network within the community, and pitch your startup to a panel of investors and […]
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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 […]
VEI: Veteran’s Business Summit
VEI: Veteran’s Business Summit
The Veterans Business Summit, an initiative by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI), provides the military veteran business community with a platform to educate, empower and support early-stage, veteran-led companies with innovative products and services. The Summit will kick off at 1pm on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the GuideWell Innovation Center in Lake Nona, Orlando, […]
Orlando Tech Grove: GRAFTING AT THE GROVE – Grow Your Network at the Grove
Orlando Tech Grove: GRAFTING AT THE GROVE – Grow Your Network at the Grove
Grafting at The Grove gives you the opportunity to network and "graft" your ideas, capabilities, solutions, or needs with other innovators. Come hang out with other members of our community from industry, government, and academia to find connections, collaborations, opportunities, and information; and GROW YOUR GROVE. Why "Grafting @ The Grove"? Because grafting is the […]
ELLE Collective – 1 Year Anniversary
ELLE Collective – 1 Year Anniversary
Celebrate 1 year of ELLE Collective supporting and accelerating women's business ownership and strengthening the impact of women on the economy by creating jobs, fueling economic growth, and building strong communities.
SCORE: Perfect Your Elevator Pitch
SCORE: Perfect Your Elevator Pitch
In business, capturing the interest of a prospective buyer, investor, supplier, or potential hire must be done quickly. Often, you have only a few seconds to convey a message that will engage the listener and leave them wanting to know more. This workshop will help you create and perfect what is commonly called your "elevator […]
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UCF BIP Volusia: WOW Friday – Social Media – Q/A to Local Content Creators
UCF BIP Volusia: WOW Friday – Social Media – Q/A to Local Content Creators
This Social Media talk with local influencers will help you to understand how to sell on social media platforms, and how to create content to grow the number of followers. In addition, we will learn more about the algorithms which is a pain in the neck lol. Format: Panel Discussion Speakers: TBA
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SCORE: Digital Ads – The Ultimate Tool to Grow Your Business
SCORE: Digital Ads – The Ultimate Tool to Grow Your Business
Social ads are by far one of the best and fastest ways to grow your business. But most do not know how to best run ads; even worse, many try unsuccessfully and become discouraged about ads altogether. But there are many industry secrets you may not be aware of when it comes to properly and […]
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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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SCORE: Stay Calm and Get Insured: The Rational Guide to Commercial Insurance
SCORE: Stay Calm and Get Insured: The Rational Guide to Commercial Insurance
As a business owner, protecting your company from unexpected risks is crucial. That’s why commercial insurance is an essential investment that can help safeguard your business assets, employees, and customers. In this webinar, we will explore the different types of commercial insurance policies available and discuss the coverage they offer. We will also go over […]
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://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000009oBi2&activeChapter=Orlando&origination=https%253A//www.score.org/orlando/event/marketing-your-business-11%%
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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 […]
SBDC: SBA Workshop: Building Contract Capacity Using a Mentor-Protégé Relationship
SBDC: SBA Workshop: Building Contract Capacity Using a Mentor-Protégé Relationship
The U.S. Small Business Administration expanded its business development SBA Mentor-Protégé Program. By pairing your small business with a mentor enterprise, small business owners should benefit from the expertise of their mentor and better compete for government contracts – both of which can drive up the value of their business when it’s time to sell. […]
SCORE: How to Scale Your Business Without Investors
SCORE: How to Scale Your Business Without Investors
You can scale your business without investors. In this workshop, Alexander Nouveau from nouveaustartups.com will teach you: How to scale your business without having to give up precious equity to investors. Learn winning strategies of how to attract a stampede of new customers who pay, stay, and refer. Discover the secrets used by billionaires to […]
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Mujer Emprende Latina; Business Capacity Workshop Series
Mujer Emprende Latina; Business Capacity Workshop Series
Mujer Emprende Latina Workshop Serie I es un taller educativo para mujeres emprendedoras y empresarias sobre el manejo de las finanzas de su negocio, responsabilidades contributivas, consideraciones legales, programas de ayuda empresarial, capacitaciones y certificaciones minoritarias de la ciudad de Orlando y el Condado Orange. Reconocidas organizaciones con especialidad en temas empresariales nos acompañarán para […]
SCORE: Ask an Attorney: Applying for Trademarks
SCORE: Ask an Attorney: Applying for Trademarks
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 […]
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UCF-BIP Volusia: Entrepreneurs Talks – Been There Done That
UCF-BIP Volusia: Entrepreneurs Talks – Been There Done That
Successful entrepreneurs are the best when teaching what makes a great CEO, a great organization, a great idea, and a great investment. They know from experience and wisdom. Join us and be part of this amazing conversation.
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1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
FREE weekly meetings - every Wednesdays 8:30-9am networking, 9-10am program. 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 by connecting aspiring entrepreneurs to the resources they need to start or […]
SCORE: How to Get Started in Importing/Exporting
SCORE: How to Get Started in Importing/Exporting
If you plan to grow your business by importing/exporting internationally, this webinar will help you get started. You will learn about: the export and import regulations of the US Government air and ocean transportation documentation between seller and buyer clarification of international terms of sale foreign collections. Guillermo Pereira, our presenter, has over 35 years […]
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OCLS: Intro to Foundation Center & Grant Resources
OCLS: Intro to Foundation Center & Grant Resources
Looking for funding? Get the 101 on using this comprehensive directory to win grants and make a difference. Learn about the Foundation Center's online resources such as Candid Learning (formerly Grantspace.org) and Foundation Directory Online - Professional (database) and how you may use these sources of grant information. Orlando Public Library - Purple Room 101 […]
SCORE: How Do I Start a Home Based Business in Florida?
SCORE: How Do I Start a Home Based Business in Florida?
This seminar will discuss what types of businesses you can (and cannot) operate from your home. We will also show you step-by-step what you need to do to get your business up and running, including getting the necessary registrations, licenses and permits from Jacksonville, Florida and United States government entities. The presentation will cover the […]
SCORE: Building Your Business Plan
SCORE: Building Your Business Plan
Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan and uses a content template to help determine what goes into each section of this plan. FREE! A $35 value! %%https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000009oBWt&activeChapter=Orlando&origination=https%253A//www.score.org/orlando/event/building-your-business-plan-11%%
SCORE: SWOT Your Business
SCORE: SWOT Your Business
A SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis is fundamental in identifying the critical factors of your business and the foundation of developing your strategic plan for a successful future. This session will cover the key aspects of a SWOT analysis and how it fits into your business’s strategic plan. Attend this webinar to: Learn what […]
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UCF-BIP Volusia: Military Entrepreneur Talks
UCF-BIP Volusia: Military Entrepreneur Talks
What a great way to celebrate Memorial Day week by listening to our local Military entrepreneurs Learn how local Veterans have applied the military discipline to start and scale a business. Format: Panel Discussion Guest Speakers: RJ Casey and Rafael Camano RJ CASEY U.S. Army Special Forces (18A/18D) / USAF Special Warfare (PJ/CRO) RJ has […]
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BBIF: Financial Management Essentials: Measuring Your Business’ Efficiency
BBIF: Financial Management Essentials: Measuring Your Business’ Efficiency
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: How to Interpret financial metrics Tips to better understand the financial health […]
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1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
1 Million Cups Orlando – weekly meeting
FREE weekly meetings - every Wednesdays 8:30-9am networking, 9-10am program. 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 by connecting aspiring entrepreneurs to the resources they need to start or […]
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