As an extension of the Urban League of Louisiana’s (ULLA) annual “Opportunities Outlook for DBE Contractors”, join us on Thursday, August 24th, 9:00am-11:00am, for the “Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening”. These quarterly, in-person meet-ups will feature three procurement officers and/or prime contractors who will provide participating DBEs with updates on bid opportunities, as well as, required steps and best practices for doing business with these organizations. These sessions will also provide an opportunity for more direct networking between DBEs and procurement officers and/or primes. The event will take place at the Urban League of Louisiana, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue, Suite 110, New Orleans, LA 70119. Breakfast will be provided. This quarter’s featured speakers and organizations include: Arkebia Matthews-Johnson,MCA, Diversity Contract Compliance Manager, AECOM Hunt/AECOM Tishman Nathan Hunter, Vice President of Preconstruction and Todd C. James, Director of Strategic Planning, Broadmoor, LLC LaToya Martin, CCA, Small Business Program Manager, New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center There is no cost for the event, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat! https://opp_outlook_quarterly_august2023.eventbrite.com

Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for its 3-part series "Intermediate QuickBooks", sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration. Session 2: Managing Customers and Accounts Receivables will take place on Monday, August 28th, 5:30pm-7:30pm, online via GoToWebinar. During this session, participants will learn how to manage downloaded banking transactions, how to enter banking transactions manually, and how to use the reconcile tool for these transactions. Participants will also receive guidance on: - Receiving multiple customer payments to deposit - Receiving partial customer deposits - Applying discounts and write-offs to open invoices - Understanding features in the Customer Center - Understanding Undeposited Funds - Producing Customer Statements Moderated by: Shari Taylor, Director, Urban League of Louisiana, Women's Business Resource Center Course Facilitator: Torey Thorpe, Owner, Abundant Tax & Business Advisors There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3540170588788256597