Events

Topic: International Trade

Topic: Start-up Assistance This workshop is recommended for those interested in starting a business. At the end of this workshop, you will have a thorough understanding of the process of starting a business and will be able to implement a required checklist to start your business. The following topics will be discussed during this workshop: […]

Topic: Financing and Capital Small business owners who attend will gain a solid understanding of their financing options ,and develop strategies to secure the funding needed for their business's success and growth, and meet lenders. Speaker(s): Vallery Brumfield, US Small Business Administration Wayne Aucoin, LSBDC Consultant Tina Langlois, LSBDC Consultant Co-Sponsor(s): Entrepreneurship Institute, the LSBDC […]

Topic: Managing a Business This workshop series consists of four sessions, scheduled for September 16th, 18th, 23rd, and 25th, each running from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Small business owners can unlock their potential with this comprehensive workshop series! Over four sessions, participants will learn how to craft a customized growth plan, enhance operational efficiency, […]

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 your small business. Listed below is information about the DBE and SBE Program. Go to www.dotd.la.gov for more information about SJB […]

Topic: Start-up Assistance This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interested in determining the feasibility of their business idea, planning to start or have recently started a small business, seeking a small business loan, or wanting to learn more about business planning. Topics of discussion will include entrepreneurship readiness, writing a business plan, sources […]

Topic: Government Contracting TOPICS TO BE COVERED •Doing Business with the Government •Bid Process: What Small Businesses Need to Know •Best Practices in Obtaining Government Contracts •Identifying Contracts •Building Capacity •Resources Available Speaker(s): Jo Ann Lawrence Deputy District Director Louisiana District Office U.S. Small Business Administration Co-Sponsor(s): Fee: No Cost

Topic: Government Contracting Participants will get instructions and hands on assistance with SAM, 8(a), WOSB, and HubZone. **Bring your laptops*** Speaker(s): Jo Ann Lawrence Deputy District Director Louisiana District Office […]

Topic: Government Contracting The Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. At the end of this […]

Topic: Legal Issues Join us for an informed discussion with a business attorney. During this discussion, we will learn about the new Corporate Transparency Act and mandatory reporting that may […]

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 […]

Topic: Managing Employees Managing employees can be challenging, frustrating, and rewarding. You may have more questions than answers, yet business success depends on team performance. Plan to attend the Fireside […]

Topic: Start-up Assistance Are you contemplating the launch of your own small business but find yourself unsure of the initial steps? Don't pass up the opportunity to join this seminar crafted to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the essentials of starting a business! Gain valuable insights into Startup Fundamentals, Marketing and Business Planning, Licensing, Business Structures, […]

Topic: Business Plan This seminar is for new entrepreneurs or existing businesses needing a business plan. A business plan is much more than a piece of paper. It is your roadmap to success. The plan forces you to consider your entire business at once, and therefore maintain consistency in planning and execution of your business […]

Topic: Government Contracting In this workshop, you will gain information about the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Element (SBE) Program and get hands-on experience with applying for these certifications to provide support for your small business. The certification process ensures that only qualified small business firms that are independently owned and controlled by […]

Topic: Start-up Assistance Join us for an informative session where Business Consultant Ryan Devillier will walk you through the process of forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC). This presentation is designed to demystify the terminology and streamline the steps necessary to secure your LLC through the Louisiana Secretary of State portal, GeauxBiz, and to obtain […]