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2022 Start Up! Louisiana (9-Session Series)

Please note that this is a multiple-day online training series via GoToTraining and cannot be split. Start Up! Louisiana is a 9-part, online entrepreneurial training program hosted by the Urban League of Louisiana's Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Classes take place August 1st through August 29th, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. See class schedule below. This series is sponsored by Wells Fargo. During the program, new business owners will learn how to start and grow their businesses the right way! Participants will learn best practices and gain key insights on building a solid foundation for business success. Topics include: Developing your entrepreneurial mindset Using the 'Lean Start-up Model' to develop your business model Understanding and utilizing your business financials Effectively marketing to your target customer Preparing to access capital and more! Participants are also eligible to receive individual business counseling and access to other support services and resources needed to launch and grow successfully. There is no cost to attend this series. Once registered, participants, will receive join links for each session from GoToTraining. Ready to get started? Register today to reserve your spot! Start Up! Louisiana - Fall 2022 Class Schedule (5:30pm -8:00pm) Monday, August 1 […]

SBA: Business, Procurement, and Funding Matters Roundtable

The Building 1427 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans

Join us for a special roundtable discussion with SBA’s Region VI Administrator, Ted James, to discuss business challenges, procurement opportunities, and funding matters that impact small businesses in the Greater New Orleans region. The event will take place on Tuesday, August 9th, 11:30am-1:30pm, at The Building, 1427 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113. The session will include information on the many SBA and partner programs and resources that are available to our small business community. Please bring your questions, concerns, and feedback for this important discussion. We want to hear from you! Featured Speakers: Ted James, Regional Administration, Small Business Administration Region VI Jo Ann Lawrence, Deputy District Director, Louisiana District Office, Small Business Administration Supporting Organizations: Urban League of Louisiana Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Foundation Louisiana Small Business Development Center, Bayou Region Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!