Louisiana Small Business Development Center
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 […]
Starting and Financing a Small Business
Online EventThis 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: determining the feasibility […]
DBE SBE ACDBE CERTIFICATION – CITY
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 […]
Hubzone Certification (Get Certified Week)
Online EventThe 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 session, you will […]
8(a) Certification (HANDS ON WEEK)
Online EventThis seminar pertains to The System for Award Management, or SAM, is a government-wide portal that is consolidating the capabilities of multiple systems and information sources used by the Federal government in conducting the acquisition and financial assistance (which includes grants and cooperative agreements) processes. Speaker(s): Marjorae Ball Co-Sponsor(s): SBA
Veteran Owned Certification / LED CERTIFICATION (Hands on week)
Online EventIf you are a Veteran, this training is for you to learn about becoming a Veteran Owned Small Business. During this training you will gain knowledge about this certification program and the application process. Speaker(s): Alec Banks Co-Sponsor(s): SBA
DBE, SBE & ACDBE Certifications (Get Certified Week)
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 […]
Starting and Financing a Small Business
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: determining the feasibility […]
Marketing on a Shoestring Budget
Online EventDuring this training small businesses will learn how to market their business on a shoestring budget. Speaker(s): Stephen Waters
LED Certifications: SEBD, Hudson and Veteran Initiatives
Online EventCome and learn how your business can benefit from the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small Business Certifications and Initiatives. This training provides an overview of LED's Small Emerging Business Development Program (SEBD), Hudson Initiative and Veteran Initiative. Louisiana Economic Development is committed to connecting small businesses with the services and resources they need to grow and […]
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