Events

Topic: Start-up Assistance This course will help you register your business when you are ready to open your business. Please note that you should not register your business until you have completed all of the planning and financing steps that you require to ensure that your opening is successful. For this reason, we recommend that […]

Topic: Managing Employees Successful business owners understand the benefits of having highly motivated and engaged employees working in their enterprises. However, engagement doesn’t just happen on its own. It has to be kindled within each employee. The foundations of employee engagement are self-motivation and alignment. Engagement results when self-motivation and alignment are fueled by the […]

Topic: Government Contracting In 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 […]

Topic: Managing a Business This seminar focuses on what new entrepreneurs need to know to properly set up their accounting and financial management systems to generate accurate financial statements. Learn how to keep track of expenses and revenues in order to measure your success. Program will cover: • Accounting and record keeping concepts • Taxes […]

Uncover the transformative potential of branding in our dynamic business landscape with the "Power of Branding" class. Delve into the art and science of creating a strong brand identity that resonates with audiences, drives loyalty, and shapes perceptions. Explore the nuances of logos, colors, typography, and messaging that form the foundation of a memorable brand […]

Topic: Start-up Assistance Do you want to start your own business but unsure of where to begin? Don’t miss out on this seminar that is designed to help entrepreneurs understand what it takes to start a business! You will be provided with information about Startup Fundamentals, Marketing and Business Planning, Licenses, Business Structures, Regulations and […]

Topic: 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 […]

Government and disaster contracting Topics of Discussion: Contracting Assistance Registration and Certification Building a Market Strategy Steps to Disaster Response Recovery Emergency vs Disaster Declaration Doing Business with FEMA And More! Speaker(s): Hannah Lopez, APEX Co-Sponsor(s): Fee: No Cost