DBE SBE ACDBE CERTIFICATION
Online EventIn this workshop, you will gain information about the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Element (SBE) Program and learn how to apply for these certification to provide support for you small business. Listed below is information about the DBE and SBE Program. Go to www.dotd.la.gov for more information about SJB Group, LLC and […]
Pitch BR
Red Stick Social 1503 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA, United StatesIf you want to be part of a growing community of innovative entrepreneurs, join us as we introduce Louisiana’s up-and-coming companies. PitchBR is a great place to network and learn more about the next big thing. Networking is from 5:00-5:30 and the event will begin at 5:30. Free food and a cash bar will be […]
Customer Service 101
Online EventTopic: Customer Relations The small business owner must create and execute a unique and excellent customer service program for prospective and existing customers. Customers are the foundation upon which your business is built. Serve them well, and a stable foundation for business growth is established. Happy, well cared for customers buy more from you and […]
Starting and Financing Your Business (in Person)
LSBDC at Southeastern Louisiana University: Main Office Southeast Louisiana Business Center 1514 Martens Dr, Hammond, LA, United StatesTopic: Start-up Assistance FREE Workshop! This class is for those who are not yet in business! Topics of discussion include: -Business Idea Feasibility -Business Planning -Sources of funds for Start-up - Securing Your Name -Legal Structures -Required Licenses Register Now and learn how to get started on your business Speaker(s): Bill Joubert and Wayne Ricks […]
Step by Step Guide: How to Register Your Business
Jennings City Hall 154 N Main St, Jennings, LA, United StatesTopic: Business Basics Unlock the Path to Success: Join us for a Step-by-Step Guide on Registering Your Business. Your journey towards entrepreneurship begins here! Fee: No Cost
Ready for Anything! Planning To Stay in Business
Online EventTopic: Disaster Mitigation Here in southeast Louisiana we usually think of disasters in the form of hurricanes or flooding. There are other disasters or events that can disrupt our businesses and our personal lives. This seminar will provide entrepreneurs with an overview of questions to ask yourself that will help you think about the steps […]
Venture Training Program: Fundamentals of Equity Capital Documentation
Online EventTopic: Financing and Capital This workshop covers the basics of documentation used in raising equity capital and closing an equity capital round. It includes offering memorandums, subscription agreements, entity bylaws or operating agreement, buy-sell agreement, NDA's, employment contracts, term sheets and more. This is one part of a 7-part series. One course is not a […]
Understanding International Trade and Doing Business Globally
LSBDC at Southern University: Main Office 616 Harding Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LouisianaTopic: International Trade The Louisiana HBCUs taking Opportunity Zones and Small Businesses Global initiative is for Louisiana Historically Black Colleges and Universities and minority owned businesses to gain exposure and access to global opportunities through exporting, international trade and doing foreign-based business in under-served areas such as hubzone and opportunity zones. International Trade Programs Understanding […]
Lender Summit
SEED Center - McNeese State University 4310 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA, United StatesJoin us for a panel discussion about loan program updates and resources for small businesses. Representatives from U.S. Small Business Administration, Louisiana Economic Development, and Community Business Finance will be on hand to answer questions and collaborate on how to support our local lenders. Topics: SBA loan programs Understanding the Loan Process SBA 504 Program […]
Cracking the Safe
LSBDC at Southern University: Main Office 616 Harding Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LouisianaREGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cracking-the-safe-learn-how-to-get-a-pre-approval-tickets-645768830957?utm-campaign=social%2Cemail&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=listing Learn more about credit scoring options, how to complete a personal financial statement, calculate your DTI ratio, and how your tax returns are used in securing funding. A light continental breakfast will be served! In this course, you will have an opportunity to learn from industry-leading lenders who will share their expertise […]
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