FL High Tech Corridor: FL FAST Virtual Training Series – NSF Proposal Development Series
Virtual / WebinarNEC: From Ideas & Side Hustles to Small Business Growth
Redemption Church 920 E. Osceola Pkwy, KissimmeeFL High Tech Corridor: FL FAST Virtual Training Series – NSF Proposal Development Series
Virtual / WebinarSCORE Space Coast – Biz Fest Expo 2024
Holiday Inn Express and Suite and Space Coast Convention Center 301 Tucker Lane, Cocoa1 Million Cups – weekly meeting
UCF Business Incubator - Orlando 3218 E Colonial Drive, Orlando +2 moreFL High Tech Corridor: FL FAST Virtual Training Series – NSF Proposal Development Series
Virtual / WebinarAfrican American Chamber 4th Annual Golf Outing
Eagle Creek Golf Club 10350 Emerson Lake Blvd, OrlandoNEC: Navigating to Business Success
UCF Business Incubator - Kissimmee 400 W. Emmett Street, KissimmeeweVENTURE: Small Business Summit – Celebrating National Small Business Week
CAMID - Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Innovative Design 2495 Palm Bay Road, NE, Palm BayCurry Ford West: Little Entrepreneur Fair
Dover Shores Community Center 1400 Gaston Foster Rd, Orlando- No events scheduled for May 5, 2024.
Week of Events
National Small Business Week
National Small Business Week
The aim of this week is to honor the entrepreneurs and small business owners of our country, who have played their part in bringing new ideas to life and growing our economy.
SBA and SCORE: National Small Business Week Virtual Summit
SBA and SCORE: National Small Business Week Virtual Summit
As part of the National Small Business Week (NSBW), the U.S. Small Business Administration and SCORE will cohost the NSBW Virtual Summit that includes a variety of educational webinars, exhibit booths, free business resources, multiple peer-to-peer networking rooms and expert business advice from SCORE mentors. The 2-day event is free to attend, but registration is required to access all the value the virtual […]
FL High Tech Corridor: FL FAST Virtual Training Series – NSF Proposal Development Series
FL High Tech Corridor: FL FAST Virtual Training Series – NSF Proposal Development Series
This virtual SBIR workshop provides an overview of the NSF SBIR/STTR program and proposal requirements. In addition to up-to-date information on the SBIR/STTR programs, we’ll take a deep dive into the NSF program specifics, so you’re equipped for a successful proposal. You’ll learn: NSF’s program goals and eligibility How to navigate the NSF website and […]
SCORE: Product Safety Impacts Your Business
SCORE: Product Safety Impacts Your Business
If you sell a product to anyone in the United States, you have specific Product Safety requirements even if you are just reselling something designed or manufactured by someone else. The Consumer Product Safety Commission dictates some requirements and is called upon whenever someone is hurt by a consumer product. Make this part of your […]
SBDC: Success is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Business Part II
SBDC: Success is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Business Part II
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, Business Plan, leading to the […]
weVENTURE: Understanding Employment Law for Business Owners
weVENTURE: Understanding Employment Law for Business Owners
Empower Your Small Business with Expert Employment Law Insights. Join business attorney Kelly Gatson Swartz as she navigates the intricate landscape of employment law for small businesses. From employee/contractor classification to crafting contracts and compliance, Kelly will provide insights on pressing issues like hiring, firing, anti-discrimination, and ADA.
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 Florida and United States government entities. The presentation will cover the following: […]
NEC: From Ideas & Side Hustles to Small Business Growth
NEC: From Ideas & Side Hustles to Small Business Growth
Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this session is for you! Join us for a dynamic workshop where aspiring entrepreneurs will learn how to validate their ideas and craft a business plan, while small business owners will discover strategies for growth and overcoming obstacles. Together, […]
SCORE Space Coast – Biz Fest Expo 2024
SCORE Space Coast – Biz Fest Expo 2024
The SCORE Space Coast Chapter is hosting the 8th annual Biz Fest Expo 2024 on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at the Holiday Inn Express and Space Coast Convention Center, Cocoa, FL. 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. Registration 9:00-9:10 Welcome 9:10 - 10:00 Mastering the Web: Innovative Strategies for SEO & Building a Powerful Online Presence with […]
1 Million Cups – weekly meeting
1 Million Cups – weekly meeting
FREE weekly meetings - every Wednesday 8:30am-10:00am across the nation. 1 Million Cups (1MC) communities 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 grow their business. Central Florida meeting locations: Orlando: UCF Business Incubator (in parking lot […]
APEX Accelerator: Government Contracting Overview
APEX Accelerator: 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 […]
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 1 – Online
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 1 – Online
Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your business finances. This is an online class hosted through Zoom. You will receive an email with a link to access the Zoom before the event from your event host. A computer with access to the internet and speakers or headsets are required. A webcam and microphone are suggested to […]
SCORE: “Navigating the Future: Embracing AI in Business” Beginner Workshop
SCORE: “Navigating the Future: Embracing AI in Business” Beginner Workshop
Learn about the basics of AI, its significance in today's business landscape, and practical ways to incorporate AI into your operations. Whether you're new to AI or looking to enhance your understanding, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to harness the power of AI for business success. Agenda: Introduction to AI: […]
SCORE: Building and Expanding your Business AND Protecting your Business
SCORE: Building and Expanding your Business AND Protecting your Business
During this workshop we talk about business credit, why it is important to create business credit and how it can help with planning and expansion of a business. We discuss how important it will be to acquire the correct loan depending on the needs of your business and finally we discuss the importance of insuring […]
Groundswell: GenAI for Sales / Marketing
Groundswell: GenAI for Sales / Marketing
Sales & Marketing GenAI Education and Application: Sales and marketing professionals will be introduced to GenAI and its significance in their roles. The event will explore current applications of GenAI in sales and marketing and provide an opportunity for attendees to ask questions during a dedicated Q&A session. Reach out to Groundswell Startups for more […]
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 […]
PRIDE: May Business Connect
African American Chamber 4th Annual Golf Outing
African American Chamber 4th Annual Golf Outing
The African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida will host its 4th Annual Golf Outing on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. at the Eagle Creek Golf Club. The 8:30 a.m. Shotgun starts with an optional Player Development Clinic to run concurrently and a luncheon at 12:30 p.m. The AACCCF invites you and all […]
SBDC: How to Start Your Business
SBDC: How to Start Your Business
If you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This three-hour webinar 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 opening your […]
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 […]
NEC: Navigating to Business Success
NEC: Navigating to Business Success
Join us for an immersive event designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the stages of conceptualization, startup, and growth. In just under two hours, attendees will receive expert advice, practical tips, and inspirational success stories to fuel their entrepreneurial journey.
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 2 – Online
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 2 – Online
Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult This is an online class hosted through Zoom. You will receive […]
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 1
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 1
Learn the basic features of QuickBooks Pro and how it can be used to organize your business finances. Explore the environment and master the basic concepts of balance sheet. Class […]
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 3 – Online
OCLS: QuickBooks Pro Level 3 – Online
Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult This is an online class hosted through Zoom. You will […]
weVENTURE: Small Business Summit – Celebrating National Small Business Week
weVENTURE: Small Business Summit – Celebrating National Small Business Week
Celebrate National Small Business Week with weVENTURE! Are you ready to launch or grow your business? Join us for a morning of networking, informative workshops, and a delicious lunch at the CAMID - Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Innovative Design in Palm Bay, FL. Business Workshops: Twelve Steps to Starting a Business Becoming a Certified […]
SCORE: Maximizing Business Value
SCORE: Maximizing Business Value
Maximizing Business Value is a webinar for business owners who want to build a business that not only generates income for their family but wealth for their retirement years. Too often, business owners get ready to transition out of their business only to find it’s not worth what they thought and, in some cases, nobody […]
Curry Ford West: Little Entrepreneur Fair
Curry Ford West: Little Entrepreneur Fair
Join us for our Annual Little Entrepreneur Fair, where we will showcase the smallest of business owners. Featuring vendors all 18 and under alongside local CFW businesses. This event will give these young business owners exposure and recognition to grow their businesses with the support of the local community. This family-friendly event will include performances […]
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