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SUMMARY:LADOTD: Leveraging Small Business Certifications for Contractors
DESCRIPTION:There are a number of business certifications that can assist small businesses with gaining access to public and private contracting opportunities. Understanding which certifications are right for your construction firm is essential to leveraging these resources to support your business growth and capacity-building. \nDuring this session\, contractors will learn about the various business certifications that are available and gain valuable insights on how they can be best leveraged. Certifications covered include: SEBD\, WBE\, MBE\, DBE\, LAUCP\, SLDBE\, WSOB\, EDWSOB\, VSOB\, SDVSOB\, SBA 8(a) Program\, HubZone\, Hudson Initiative. \nAll current and aspiring DBE contractors are welcomed to attend. There is no cost to participate\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat! \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5386018599012812045. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/ladotd-leveraging-small-business-certifications-for-contractors/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T194445Z
UID:237018-1635253200-1635260400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 3 - Reorganize\, Retool\, Recharge
DESCRIPTION:The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses. Many businesses have had to close or limit operations\, lost revenue\, and terminate or furlough employees. While these are challenging times\, small businesses have an opportunity to deliberately pivot their business to meet the needs of a changing world. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n• How to evaluate the needs\, opportunities\, and gaps within the new business model \n• How to map the new business support model\, training\, and counseling needs \n• How to determine the tools and operational supports needed to ensure success \nPivoting ones business to meet the changing needs of the market can require an operational overhaul. During this session\, participants will learn: 1) how to reorganize one’s business support model\, including employees\, suppliers\, consultants\, mentors\, accountability partners\, and others\, with risk management in mind\, and 2) how to assess and pivot the business’ structure\, operations\, staff\, and 3) the tools being used to create efficiency\, increase productivity and meet the needs of its customers. The session will include how entrepreneurs can recharge their mindsets and become energized about their pivot towards resilience. \nThe facilitator for this series will be Malaika Moran\, Owner and Lead Strategist of SocialStep Marketing and Consulting. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3872764044088802573 . After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-3-reorganize-retool-recharge-2/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20211001T194302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T194302Z
UID:237016-1634648400-1634655600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 2 - Reposition\, Restructure\, Recalibrate
DESCRIPTION:Pivoting one’s business to meet the changing needs of the market can require an operational overhaul. During this session\, participants will learn: 1) how to reorganize one’s business support model\, including employees\, suppliers\, consultants\, mentors\, accountability partners\, and others\, with risk management in mind\, and 2) how to assess and pivot the business’ structure\, operations\, staff\, and 3) the tools being used to create efficiency\, increase productivity and meet the needs of its customers. The session will include how entrepreneurs can recharge their mindsets and become energized about their pivot towards resilience.  \nWhat You Will Learn \n• How to evaluate the needs\, opportunities\, and gaps within the new business model  \n• How to map the new business support model\, training\, and counseling needs  \n• How to determine the tools and operational supports needed to ensure success \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however\, registration is required. Reserve your spot today! https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4752129255352283408
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-2-reposition-restructure-recalibrate-2/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20211001T194056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T194056Z
UID:237013-1634043600-1634050800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 1 - Respond\, Rethink\, Reimagine
DESCRIPTION:The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses. Many businesses have had to close or limit operations\, lost revenue\, and terminate or furlough employees. While these are challenging times\, small businesses have an opportunity to deliberately pivot their business to meet the needs of a changing world. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n• How to assess the impact of COVID-19 and other disasters on your businesses \n• Gain insights on new market opportunities that exist for your business \n• How to assess the feasibility\, profitability\, and scalability of new business opportunities \nDuring this session\, participants will explore and evaluate what they have learned during the Covid-19 pandemic and other disasters. Participants will then identify and assess the new opportunities that exist for their business within their market and industry. Participants will also identify at least three opportunities to pivot towards that create a more profitable\, scalable\, and resilient business. \nThe facilitator for this series will be Malaika Moran\, Owner and Lead Strategist of SocialStep Marketing and Consulting. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6525343543303863312 . After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-1-respond-rethink-reimagine/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210918T022922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210918T022922Z
UID:236840-1633015800-1633021200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business in the New Normal
DESCRIPTION:Even with the world slowly opening back up\, many small businesses are still struggling to successfully rebuild. This panel discussion\, led by Courvoisier Curators and moderated by ULLA’s CEI VP Klassi Duncan and National Urban League\, will provide marketing strategies and social media guidance to help Black small business owners and entrepreneurs re-engage with their community and their customers post-COVID-19. As part of the session\, Courvoisier will host a live pitch competition for pre-selected small business finalists. Attendees will be able to watch the pitch competition live and learn the ins-and-outs of successfully presenting a business plan to an esteemed judging panel made up of industry leaders. \nYou must be 21 years or older to attend this session.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/marketing-your-business-in-the-new-normal/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210914T015837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T224103Z
UID:236771-1632304800-1632312000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:LADOTD: Government Contracting 101 + DBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:For small\, women\, minority\, and disadvantaged businesses seeking government contracts and understanding the basics of how local\, state and federal agencies procure products and services are critical. Understanding the bidding\, award\, performance\, and contract management processes that support government procurement activities can be a game-changer and time-saver for your business. \nDuring this session\, small business owners will obtain key information on the procurement processes of local\, state\, and federal government agencies and insights on how to best position the business for successful bids and subsequent awards. \nAll current and aspiring DBE contractors are welcomed to attend. There is no cost to participate\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat! \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7797723687260311565. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/ladotd-government-contracting-101-dbe-certification-3/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210914T015332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T224429Z
UID:236769-1632229200-1632238200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 3 - Reorganize\, Retool\, Recharge
DESCRIPTION:Please register for “COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 3 – Reorganize\, Retool\, Recharge” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3872764044088802573  After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.  \nThe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses. Many businesses have had to close or limit operations\, lost revenue\, and terminate or furlough employees. While these are challenging times\, small businesses have an opportunity to deliberately pivot their business to meet the needs of a changing world. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n• How to evaluate the needs\, opportunities\, and gaps within the new business model \n• How to map the new business support model\, training\, and counseling needs \n• How to determine the tools and operational supports needed to ensure success \nPivoting ones business to meet the changing needs of the market can require an operational overhaul. During this session\, participants will learn: 1) how to reorganize one’s business support model\, including employees\, suppliers\, consultants\, mentors\, accountability partners\, and others\, with risk management in mind\, and 2) how to assess and pivot the business’ structure\, operations\, staff\, and 3) the tools being used to create efficiency\, increase productivity and meet the needs of its customers. The session will include how entrepreneurs can recharge their mindsets and become energized about their pivot towards resilience. \nThe facilitator for this series will be Malaika Moran\, Owner and Lead Strategist of SocialStep Marketing and Consulting. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3872764044088802573 . After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-3-reorganize-retool-recharge/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210914T015200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T224309Z
UID:236767-1631813400-1631818800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Construction Law: S3 - What Contractors Need to Know about Employment Law
DESCRIPTION:It is vitally important that entrepreneurs in construction become aware of and comply with employment laws that are relevant to the industry. During this session\, hear from an experienced employment law attorney about updates to employment law and how your business may be impacted. This session will also help to dispel the many employment law myths that exist\, particularly relating to contractors vs. employees\, and overtime and minimum wage laws. \nThe facilitator for this session will be E. Fredrick Preis\, Jr. – Partner at Breazeale\, Sachse & Wilson\, L.L.P.\, New Orleans \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1697842083437064205 After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-s3-what-contractors-need-to-know-about-employment-law/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210914T015004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T224238Z
UID:236765-1631728800-1631732400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Hurricane Ida Assistance for Small Businesses with the SBA
DESCRIPTION:Louisiana residents affected by Hurricane Ida are now able to register for disaster assistance with FEMA and to obtain needed support from the SBA. Disaster assistance is available to renters\, homeowners\, private non-profits\, and small businesses in Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon parishes affected by the hurricane effective Aug. 26th. \nDisaster assistance may include grants for temporary housing and home repairs\, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses\, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster. In addition\, low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration are available to homeowners\, renters and businesses. \nPlease join us on Wednesday\, September 15th to learn more! During this session\, those impacted and seeking assistance will learn how to obtain FEMA and SBA assistance\, including: \n• FEMA Registration Requirements and the Process to Receive Assistance \n• SBA Loan Eligibility and Application Process \n• Denials and Requests for Reconsideration \nGuest speakers include: \n• Susheel Kumar\, Public Information Officer\, Office of Disaster Assistance\, Field Operations Center – West\, U.S. Small Business Administration \n• Jo Ann Lawrence\, Deputy District Director\, Louisiana District Office\, U.S. Small Business Administration \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however\, registration is required. Register today to attend! \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar\, however\, you must be registered for the webinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1964062436290333707 .
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/hurricane-ida-assistance-for-small-businesses-with-the-sba/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210914T014757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T224208Z
UID:236763-1631727000-1631734200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Construction Law: S2 - Increasing Capacity through Partnering Agreements
DESCRIPTION:During this session\, attendees will gain insights into the dynamics of partnering agreements\, as well as the specific types of partnering agreements\, which include joint ventures and mentor-protégé relationships. Attendees will walk away with new perspectives on risk mitigation\, including the key elements of a partnering contract that must be considered. \nThe facilitator for this session will be Daya Naef\, Attorney and Legal Consultant\, Daya Naef\, LLC \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5349822676095012365. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-s2-increasing-capacity-through-partnering-agreements/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210914T014440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T014816Z
UID:236761-1631640600-1631647800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Construction Law: S1- Understanding and Negotiating Contract Terms
DESCRIPTION:During this session\, participants will learn some of the most common pitfalls in contract management and obtain guidance on how to avoid them through due diligence\, preparation\, and effective communications. Topics discussed include: Change Orders\, Abandonment\, Warranties\, Termination\, Unenforceable\, etc. \nThe facilitator for this session will be Denise C. Puente – Partner at Simon\, Peragine\, Smith\, & Redfearn\, L.L.P. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1787849204798320653. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-s1-understanding-and-negotiating-contract-terms/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210914T014229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T014229Z
UID:236759-1631624400-1631631600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 2 - Reposition\, Restructure\, Recalibrate
DESCRIPTION:The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses. Many businesses have had to close or limit operations\, lost revenue\, and terminate or furlough employees. While these are challenging times\, small businesses have an opportunity to deliberately pivot their business to meet the needs of a changing world. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n• How to finalize your new opportunity including the business model and revenue streams \n• How to explore changes to your financial\, operational\, marketing\, and staffing \n• Best practices in brainstorming goals\, priorities\, and actions to be taken \nOnce participants have identified and assessed the feasibility of their new opportunity\, it is imperative that a strategy is developed to reposition the business by building a new and improved foundation including confirming the new financial\, operational\, marketing\, and staffing models. This also includes new processes and revenue streams for the business. This session will include best practices for recalibrating their business strategy by aligning goals\, priorities\, and actions. \nThe facilitator for this series will be Malaika Moran\, Owner and Lead Strategist of SocialStep Marketing and Consulting. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2972537799335554317 . After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-2-reposition-restructure-recalibrate/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210827
DTSTAMP:20260403T180658
CREATED:20210723T191037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T230013Z
UID:100166-1628553600-1630022399@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Built to Last: Uncovering the Financial Potential of Black-owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:During this special online series\, Black-owned small businesses will gain insights and learn concrete steps that can be taken to reach the full financial potential of their businesses. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				The Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation understands that one of the keys to closing the racial wealth gap in the Black community is through entrepreneurship and other pathways that yield economic independence and prosperity. The COVID-19 pandemic\, social injustice\, and the economic downturn have presented challenges that have stunted the growth of many Black-owned small businesses\, and some have even closed their doors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				This means: \n\n\n\nrethinking your business model towards scalability\, agility and resilience;\nexamining your revenue model and growth metrics to ensure profitability;\noptimizing your pricing strategy for profit and cash flow; and\nleveraging the right financial resources to meet your growth needs.\n\nThank you to our community supporters – Liberty Bank\, Greater New Orleans\, Inc.\, and the New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce! \n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session 1: Building Scalable\, Agile\, and Resilient Small Businesses\nTuesday\, August 10 | 1:00pm-3:00pmFacilitator: Desiree Young \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session 2: Revenue Models and Metrics\nThursday\, August 12 | 1:00pm-3:00pmFacilitator: Lori Jackson \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session 3: Pricing for Profit\nTuesday\, August 24 | 1:00pm-3:00pmFacilitator: Desiree Young \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nSession 4: Leveraging the Right Financial Resources for Growth\nThursday\, August 26 | 1:00pm-3:00pmFacilitator: Lori Jackson
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/built-to-last/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210816
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210806T214836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210806T215155Z
UID:236239-1628208000-1629071999@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Register for Scale Up
DESCRIPTION:Scale Up! Louisiana is a statewide\, community-based\, entrepreneurial education intensive hosted by Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. This program provides early stage\, women- and minority-owned firms with the education and resources needed for scalability and profitability. In order to participate\, entrepreneurs must commit to a business education program that is delivered via 11\, 2.5 hour web class sessions. Participants must also commit to utilizing additional resources and services to support their business outside of the curriculum\, including:  individual and group counseling sessions\, technical assistance\, pre-recorded videos\, business plan assignments\, and engagement with an assigned business advisor. \nThe Urban League of Louisiana is working to increase access to entrepreneurship training in the communities that it serves – based on the challenges\, opportunities\, and small business development needs that are unique to selected communities across the state of Louisiana. \nThe Urban League of Louisiana\, in collaboration with Mastercard\, will host its fourth Scale Up! Louisiana series\, online\, beginning in August 2021 for eligible small businesses in the Greater New Orleans area. The series will take place via 11\, 2.5 hour web sessions.  \nOther sponsors include AARP and Louisiana Economic Development. This series is also funded through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. \nIn order to participate\, small business owners must submit an online application including a narrative of their business goals and long-term aspirations. Phone interviews will also be conducted to determine the candidate’s commitment to the program and to growing his/her business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Register at urbanleaguela.org/scale-up-la
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/scale-up-2021/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210805T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210713T191806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210802T224328Z
UID:99709-1627984800-1628163000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices in Corporate Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Become a Vendor of Choice for Major Corporations!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation for its 3-part\, signature series\, the “Best Practices in Corporate Contracting” sponsored by Chevron. This series will provide entrepreneurs who are seeking corporate clients with best practices for building the financial and operational capacity required to do business with medium- to large-sized corporations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session 1: Capacity Building for Corporate Contracts – Part 1Tuesday\, August 3 | 10:00am-11:30amFacilitator: Lakeisha Robichaux\, Lakeisha Robichaux\, LLC \nAs small businesses set their site on growth\, it is imperative that capacity building strategies be deployed to ensure that your firm can effectively and efficiently manage larger contracts. Access to these larger contracting opportunities is important\, but the benefit is null and void if you do not have the capacity to meet the expectations of larger\, more complex opportunities. \nDuring this session\, learn specific strategies for building financial and operational capacity\, including:  \n\nAttracting and retaining high-quality workers\nControlling operating costs and scalability\nImproving internal controls such as financial systems\, inventory and human resource management platforms\n\n				REGISTER FOR SESSION 1\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session 2: Capacity Building for Corporate Contracts – Part 2Wednesday\, August 4 | 10:00am-11:30amFacilitator: Nenette Lusk Gray\, Lemonade Creative Marketing \nDuring Part 2 of “Capacity Building for Corporate Contracts”\, participants will gain insights into additional strategies for building financial and operational capacity to meet the needs of larger\, more complex projects for corporations. \nTopics include: \n\nCost estimating and proposal preparation\nImproving project management Skills\nManaging project risks\nComplying with industry regulations\n\n				REGISTER FOR SESSION 2\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session 3: Leveraging Small Business CertificationsWednesday\, August 4 | 10:00am-11:30amFacilitator: Nenette Lusk Gray\, Lemonade Creative Marketing \nThis series will conclude with a look at the various small business certifications that are available to women\, minority\, and other firms with insights into which certifications best fit the goals of the firm. \n\nCertifications related to the following businesses will be discussed:\nSmall businesses\nSmall disadvantaged businesses\nSmall woman-owned businesses\nHistorically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) businesses\nHudson Initiative\nSmall veteran-owned businesses\nSmall service-disabled veteran-owned businesses\nCertified woman-owned businesses\nCertified minority-owned businesses\nCertified LGBT-owned businesses\nCertified disability-owned businesses\n\n				REGISTER FOR SESSION 3
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/best-practices-in-corporate-contracting/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210629T201852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T201852Z
UID:99414-1626958800-1626976800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Matters Summit 2021
DESCRIPTION:Register today for the Small Business Matters Summit 2021 to learn best practices for preparing your business for future opportunities in St. Bernard Parish! \nThe event will take place at 3710 Paris Rd\, Chalmette\, LA 70043 in the Art\, Science\, and Technology Building at Nunez Community College. \nThe event takes place on Thursday\, July 22nd\, 1:00pm-6:00pm. There is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Click here to register!
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/small-business-matters-summit-2021/
LOCATION:Nunez AST Building\, 3710 Paris Rd.\, Chalmette\, LA\, 70043\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210630T171405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T171405Z
UID:99429-1626179400-1626359400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Bankable Series: Preparing to Access Capital
DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Understanding and Improving Your Personal Financial Position | Tuesday\, July 13 | 12:30p-2:30p \nDuring this workshop\, participants will learn what it means to become bankable and how the personal finances of the entrepreneur are connected to the business. This session includes a deep dive into the components of a personal financial statement and why it is such a critical part of the funding package for small businesses. \nAttendees will also examine the debt to income ratio versus the debt service coverage\, as well as\, one’s personal credit score versus the business’ credit score. This interactive session will also allow participants to begin the process of developing their own personal and business budgets to form the foundation of their financial statements. \nRegister for Session 1 here \nSession 2: Examining Your Business’ Financial State and Needs for Growth | Wednesday\, July 14 | 12:30p-2:30p \nDuring this session\, participants gain insights into how to get their business finances in order including ensuring that your balance sheet\, income statement\, and statement of cash flows are accurate. Attendees will receive tips on accounting systems\, banking\, equity needs and other important aspects of becoming bankable. \nParticipants will also learn how to examine the financial needs of their business\, how to convey funding needs through a strategic business plan\, and how to make the case for the estimated repayment plan. \nRegister for Session 2 here \nSession 3: Action Planning for Becoming Bankable and the Funding Package | Thursday\, July 15 | 12:30p-2:30p \nThe final session of the series will focus on assisting participants in developing a plan of action for improving their financial position over the next 6-12 months and provides participants with final guidance on developing a funding package. \nThis session will also cover best practices in finalizing a loan package\, obtaining support\, and how to prepare for follow up questions. Common mistakes and items overlooked will be revealed so that participants know what to avoid. \nRegister for Session 3 here
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/becoming-bankable-series-preparing-to-access-capital/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210709T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210311T192622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T145607Z
UID:98061-1625828400-1625833800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Grow with Google\, Session 8: Collaborate\, Meet\, and Work Remotely
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Google tools that can help you work and stay productive no matter where you are. Plus\, get tips on more free online resources to help you gain new digital skills.\n\nIn this session\, we’ll show you how to:\n– How to schedule and host effective virtual meetings\n– Discover\, collaborate on documents with others in real time\n– Access your files from anywhere\n\nCourse Facilitator:\nBrandon C. Armant has nearly twenty years of experience in public relations\, media relations\, marketing\, crisis management\, and journalism; and he serves as the CEO and President of BAMM | A Communications Company that he founded in 2012.\n\nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7034900107987762192
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/googlesession8/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210629T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210623T175759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210623T175759Z
UID:99325-1624960800-1624966200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Regions Bank Financial Wellness\, Session 3: Building Your Financial Confidence + Empower Yourself Financially
DESCRIPTION:Face your financial fears and take control of your money. Get educated on financial matters and learn how to save for the future\, lower debt\, prepare for emergencies\, safeguard with insurance\, and grow your money through investments. Being smart with your money will build your confidence so you can focus on small steps and reach all your financial goals. This workshop will answer these big questions:\n– What stresses you and what motivates you about finances?\n– What can you do to really take charge of your money?\n– How can you educate yourself to be confident about your finances?\n– Why do you need to be confident about your finances?\n– What are your short-\, medium-\, and long-term goals?\n– Why is saving important\, and should your plan change over time?  \nDuring this session\, a Regions associate will walk small businesses through the answers to these questions and provide guidance to get you on the road to financial wellbeing. This webinar is a part of the Regions Next Step Seminar Series. There is no cost to attend; however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat!
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/regions-session3/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210618T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210311T192401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T145938Z
UID:98059-1624014000-1624019400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Grow with Google\, Session 7: Connect with Customers and Manage Your Business Remotely
DESCRIPTION:Discover Google tools that can help business owners work and manage their business during this time of uncertainty. Plus\, get insights on more online and timely resources for small businesses.\n\nIn this workshop\, we’ll discuss:\n– How to update critical business information online\n– Keep customers informed\n– Conduct virtual meetings\n– Access important files from anywhere.\n\nCourse Facilitator:\nBrandon C. Armant has nearly twenty years of experience in public relations\, media relations\, marketing\, crisis management\, and journalism; and he serves as the CEO and President of BAMM | A Communications Company that he founded in 2012.\n\nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2981187653354311952
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/grow-with-google-session7/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210813
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210630T173324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T011848Z
UID:99435-1623974400-1628812799@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Urban League of Louisiana Small and Emerging Business Development Program Roundtables
DESCRIPTION:The Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Roundtables\, based on a shared value for peer-to-peer learning\, seek to help members grow in their business and personal capabilities through monthly roundtable meetings that adhere to PeerSpectives protocols and engage every member fully. \nThe purpose the SEBD Roundtables is to:\n-To develop the roundtable members’ abilities to make excellent decisions in the areas of their business and personal lives.\n-To develop roundtable members’ abilities to make progress in the areas of their lives that lead to exceptional growth—both personally and professionally. \nOur roundtable will use the language protocol as follows:\n-Speak from experience rather than give advice\n-Ask clarifying questions—no interrogation or “telling” others what to do\n-During experience share\, speak from experience \nThe program includes a commitment of 10 roundtable meetings between August 2021 and June 2022. 15-18 SEBD certified businesses will be accepted into the program. Sessions will take place online on Wednesdays\, 1:00pm-4:00pm. Sessions will be held on the following dates:\nWednesday\, August 25\, 2021\nWednesday\, September 29\, 2021\nWednesday\, October 27\, 2021\nWednesday\, November 17\, 2021\nWednesday\, January 26\, 2022\nWednesday\, February 23\, 2022\nWednesday\, March 30\, 2022\nWednesday\, April 27\, 2022\nWednesday\, May 25\, 2022\nWednesday\, June 22\, 2022 \nIn order to participate\, small business owners must be certified as a Small and Emerging Business. \nNot yet SEBD certified? To review eligibility criteria and to get certified\, click here. Please note that most small businesses qualify and there is no cost to obtain this certification. \nAlready SEBD certified? To express your interest in the ULLA 2020-21 Roundtables\, please email us at wbrc@urbanleaguela.org.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/roundtables/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,WBRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210601T233908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210601T233908Z
UID:99132-1623848400-1623852000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Restart EBR Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and the City of Baton Rouge\, East Baton Rouge Parish recognize the challenges that local businesses are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. To meet the short-term financial needs of microenterprises and small businesses\, the Resilient Restart EBR: Small Business Micro-grants Program offers one-time\, micro-grants of $2\,500 to eligible entities that have been impacted by COVID-19. Recipients may use these funds for rent\, utilities\, inventory\, accounts payable\, fixed costs\, employee wages and benefits.\n\nTo learn more about Resilient Restart EBR\, please join us for a special webinar session\, during which potential applicants will learn more about the program’s eligibility requirements and the application process. If you have questions about the required documentation\, we encourage you to join. Register today! Additional sessions will be held\, as well.\n\nThis program is activated by the CARES Act through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program with additional funding from Investar Bank\, GMFS LLC\, Postelthwaite & Netterville\, and ExxonMobil. This program is being administered by the Urban League of Louisiana.\n\nFor more information about the Resilient Restart EBR program\, including eligibility requirements and required documents\, please visit https://urbanleaguela.org/restartebr/.\n\nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2437814506625029136
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/rrebrjune16/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210601T233633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210601T234030Z
UID:99130-1623243600-1623247200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Restart EBR Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and the City of Baton Rouge\, East Baton Rouge Parish recognize the challenges that local businesses are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. To meet the short-term financial needs of microenterprises and small businesses\, the Resilient Restart EBR: Small Business Micro-grants Program offers one-time\, micro-grants of $2\,500 to eligible entities that have been impacted by COVID-19. Recipients may use these funds for rent\, utilities\, inventory\, accounts payable\, fixed costs\, employee wages and benefits.\n\nTo learn more about Resilient Restart EBR\, please join us for a special webinar session\, during which potential applicants will learn more about the program’s eligibility requirements and the application process. If you have questions about the required documentation\, we encourage you to join. Register today! Additional sessions will be held\, as well.\nThis program is activated by the CARES Act through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program with additional funding from Investar Bank\, GMFS LLC\, Postelthwaite & Netterville\, and ExxonMobil. This program is being administered by the Urban League of Louisiana.\n\nFor more information about the Resilient Restart EBR program\, including eligibility requirements and required documents\, please visit https://urbanleaguela.org/restartebr/.\n\nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1534871368639531280. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/rrebrjune9/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210604T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210311T192027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T150245Z
UID:98057-1622804400-1622809800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Grow with Google\, Session 6: Use YouTube to Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand.\n\nIn this workshop\, we’ll discuss best practices for:\n– Understanding different video formats\n– How to setup a YouTube channel\n– Making good creative\, and how to target and measure the results\n\nCourse Facilitator:\nBrandon C. Armant has nearly twenty years of experience in public relations\, media relations\, marketing\, crisis management\, and journalism; and he serves as the CEO and President of BAMM | A Communications Company that he founded in 2012.\n\nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2034436673583323152
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/grow-with-google-session6/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210601T233232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210601T233232Z
UID:99128-1622638800-1622642400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Restart EBR Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and the City of Baton Rouge\, East Baton Rouge Parish recognize the challenges that local businesses are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. To meet the short-term financial needs of microenterprises and small businesses\, the Resilient Restart EBR: Small Business Micro-grants Program offers one-time\, micro-grants of $2\,500 to eligible entities that have been impacted by COVID-19. Recipients may use these funds for rent\, utilities\, inventory\, accounts payable\, fixed costs\, employee wages and benefits.\n\nTo learn more about Resilient Restart EBR\, please join us for a special webinar session\, during which potential applicants will learn more about the program’s eligibility requirements and the application process. If you have questions about the required documentation\, we encourage you to join. Register today! Additional sessions will be held\, as well.\nThis program is activated by the CARES Act through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program with additional funding from Investar Bank\, GMFS LLC\, Postelthwaite & Netterville\, and ExxonMobil. This program is being administered by the Urban League of Louisiana.\n\nFor more information about the Resilient Restart EBR program\, including eligibility requirements and required documents\, please visit https://urbanleaguela.org/restartebr/.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/rrebrinfosessionjune2/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210519T045551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210519T045551Z
UID:98849-1622109600-1622115000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Regions Bank Financial Wellness\, Session 2: Wise Use of Credit + Your Credit Report
DESCRIPTION:Using credit may be inevitable in this day and age\, but how many of us use it to our greatest advantage? It is possible to use credit wisely in order to maintain a good credit score\, but often it’s the being wise with credit decision making that trips us up. Learn how to use your credit wisely by knowing what it is\, why it is important\, and gaining an extensive knowledge of credit terms\, types of loans\, and details that can affect the overall health of your credit report. \nDuring this session\, participants will learn tips for establishing and maintaining healthy credit. This session will also provide insight into what is included on a credit report\, how to obtain and what identifying information may be found in one. This workshop will answer these big questions: \n\n– Why is credit so important?\n– What are the basic credit terms and types of loans?\n– What is a credit report and how is it used?\n– How does your credit report affect your finances?\n– How can you maintain or improve your credit score?\n– What are some helpful tips to help you avoid credit repair scams? \nDuring this session\, a Regions associate will walk small businesses through the answers to these questions and provide guidance to get you on the road to financial wellbeing. This webinar is a part of the Regions Next Step Seminar Series. \nThere is no cost to attend; however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat:\nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7174851446233764107
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/regions-bank-session2/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210323T034251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T034251Z
UID:98154-1622023200-1622030400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:LADOTD: Government Contracting 101 + DBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:Please register for “LADOTD: Government Contracting 101 + DBE Certification” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3358646696740385292. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nFor small\, woman-owned\, minority\, and disadvantaged businesses seeking government contracts and understanding the basics of how local\, state and federal agencies procure products and services are critical. Understanding the bidding\, award\, performance\, and contract management processes that support government procurement activities can be a game-changer and time-saver for your business. \nDuring this session\, small business owners will obtain key information on the procurement processes of local\, state\, and federal government agencies and insights on how to best position the business for successful bids and subsequent awards. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar\, however\, you must be registered for the webinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3358646696740385292. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/ladotd-government-contracting-101-dbe-certification-2/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210311T191807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T150313Z
UID:98055-1621594800-1621600200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Grow with Google\, Session 5: Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics
DESCRIPTION:Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online\, then turn these insights into well-informed\, actionable decisions.\n\nCourse Facilitator:\nA native of Baton Rouge\, Orhan Mc Millan has been in the web development and graphic design industry for over 19 years. He is founder and managing partner of DezinsINTERACTIVE. He and his team provide award winning branding\, web and marketing services to start-ups\, established businesses\, associations and non-profits.\n\nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3842466997228375312
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/grow-with-google-session5/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210323T033837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T033837Z
UID:98150-1621504800-1621512000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices in Financial Management & Tax Planning Basics
DESCRIPTION:Please register for “Accounting and Financial Management\, Session 3: Best Practices in Financial Management and Tax Planning Basics” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9141126781794930191. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nDuring this session\, attendees will take a deeper dive into the concept of financial management as critical component of launching and growing their small businesses. Specifically\, most entrepreneurs find it difficult to appropriately budget\, separate personal from business accounts\, properly manage debt\, and operate a lean operation. \nAttendees will also learn best practices for effectively managing finances to ensure the financial viability\, profitably\, and sustainability of their business. Topics include: \n– Budgeting Basics \n– How Not to Comingle Personal and Business Transactions \n– Developing a Debt Management Plan \n– Lean Operating Concepts \nThis series will close with a discussion on best practices for identifying financial accounting software and the right accounting/bookkeeping service provider. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9141126781794930191. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n\n\nIn order to attend\, all participants must be a Certified Small and Emerging Business via Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program. Please note that there is no cost associated with SEBD certification\, and most startups meet SEBD eligibility requirements. \nTo become a Certified SEBD\, click here. If you should have any questions\, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/best-practices-in-financial-management-tax-planning-basics/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180659
CREATED:20210323T033603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T033603Z
UID:98148-1621418400-1621425600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning & Financial Statements Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Please register for “Accounting and Financial Management\, Session 2: Strategic Planning and Financial Statements Analysis” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7729548465288547087. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nOnce entrepreneurs understand the basic accounting principles and financial statements\, it is important to understand your financial position in the context of your business plan\, including short and long term goals. During this session\, attendees will learn how to incorporate their current financial position and goals into their strategic planning process. \nAttendees will also learn best practices for effectively managing finances to ensure the financial viability\, profitably\, and sustainability of their business. Topics include: \n– Budgeting Basics \n– How Not to Comingle Personal and Business Transactions \n– Developing a Debt Management Plan \n– Lean Operating Concepts \nThis series will close with a discussion on best practices for identifying financial accounting software and the right accounting/bookkeeping service provider. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7729548465288547087. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n\n\nIn order to attend\, all participants must be a Certified Small and Emerging Business via Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program. Please note that there is no cost associated with SEBD certification\, and most startups meet SEBD eligibility requirements. \nTo become a Certified SEBD\, click here. If you should have any questions\, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/strategic-planning-financial-statements-analysis/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI
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