Advanced Marketing for Entrepreneurs (4 part series)
2022-01-27 12:30 - 2022-02-05 14:30 (America/Chicago)
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for this informative series to learn best practices in marketing and branding for your small business!
This series will provide in-depth guidance for developing your brand strategy, leveraging digital marketing for maximum customer reach, understanding the customer buying process, and improving sales through customer service!
This 4-part series will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 25, 27, and February 1, 3, 12:30p-2:30pm. In order to participate in this series, all attendees must be or become certified in Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program (SEBD). For more information about the SEBD Program, please visit www.opportunitylouisiana.com/sebd. To apply, please click here.
Session 1: Brand Power!: Start with Your Why
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1528077491181892112
Session 2: Developing Your Digital Marketing Strategy
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7435084964152821005
Session 3: The Customer is King – Leveraging Your Customer Buying Process to Increase Sales
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7075021294335338767
Session 4: The Butterfly Effect: How to Increase Sales and Retain Customers by Improving Customer Service
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1734894528855233552

YP Reunion
2022-02-07 19:00 - 21:00
Here from ULLA President & CEO Judy Reese Morse followed by a panel of former YPs, Open House, and games.
Register here.

QuickBooks Online Training for Beginners
2022-02-15 17:30 - 2022-02-17 19:30
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is the time to get the education and support that you need to set up your accounting system and processes the right way!

Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for this special series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online, managing everyday transactions and financial reports, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. The 3-part series will take place on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, February 15, 16, and 17, 5:30pm-7:30pm.

*Required SEBD Certification
In order to participate in this series, all attendees must be or become certified in Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program (SEBD). For more information about the SEBD Program, please visit www.opportunitylouisiana.com/sebd. To apply, please click here

Session 1: Foundations – Get Started and Setup the Right Way | 2/15
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9054540248050467344

Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports | 2/16
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1151307842201370384

Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Concepts & Maintenance Tasks | 2/17
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1508604041251898892

Parent Charter Board Training
2022-02-16 18:00 - 2022-02-17 20:00
Join our Parent Information Center for a Parent Charter Board Training on Feb 16 and 17 from 6pm-8pm. This training will provide objectives and outcomes related to governance and board member responsibilities that will equip participants for proper service. Additionally, participants will garner the confidence to be effective and instrumental in creating positive change within the educational landscape.
To register, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqfuGqpzsuGtYaTjCil7zXj18enxF7OFlT

Workforce Development Digital Skills Training
2022-02-21 - 2022-07-18
Click to register now.

Building a Scalable, Agile, and Resilient Small Business
2022-03-11 10:00 - 12:00
COVID-19 has had a profound impact on small, minority-owned firms in our most vulnerable communities. While businesses seek to obtain critical resources such as emergency funding to survive during these crises, the need for minority-owned businesses to reconsider “what” business they should be doing and “how” they should be doing business is of the utmost importance.
Now, more than ever, small businesses have an opportunity to re-imagine, re-position, and re-charge their business models and operations towards becoming more scalable, agile, and resilient. During this session, entrepreneurs will gain insights on how to develop a strategy and plan of action to build operational leverage, flexibility, and sustainability.
Participants will learn:
– What scalability means related to growth and operational capacity
– Best practices for evaluating new business models and revenue streams that are responsive to changing market needs
– Considerations for new and improved processes and technology
– Insights on how to reorganize one’s business support model, including employees, suppliers, consultants, mentors, accountability partners, etc.
– How to best integrate risk management and continuous improvement strategies to increase organizational resilience
The session is funded by Louisiana Economic Development (LED) and the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). Facilitator: Desiree Young, Founder, VentureWalk
Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1685980555468291851

2022 Empowerment and Policy Conference
2022-03-16 08:30 - 2022-03-17 17:00
Registration is now open for the 2022 Empowerment and Policy Conference!
The conference is virtual and FREE to attend, but space will be limited.

Join us on March 16 & 17 as we explore this year’s theme: Equitable Sustainability: Building Louisiana’s Infrastructure Beyond Roads and Bridges.

The annual Empowerment and Policy Conference is a statewide convening designed to examine systems, influence policy decisions and enact changes that will positively impact the African American and other communities.

Register here. For more information, visit urbanleaguela.org/polcon2022

2021-22 Women in Business Challenge
2022-03-21 14:00 - 16:30
The Urban League of Louisiana is proud to host its 2021-22 Women in Business Challenge: Scale Up! on Monday, March 21, 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm CST, sponsored by Fidelity Bank, Chevron, and AARP Louisiana. This year’s event is being held virtually during New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW), March 21-25, 2022. NOEW the premier event celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation in all its forms across the great city of New Orleans.

This annual pitch event is designed to prepare women-owned businesses with the education, tools, and resources needed to scale their businesses towards profitability and sustainability. The event will showcase the business potential of several of ULLA’s women-owned business clients to bankers, equity investors, and other potential resources.

This year’s event will feature four finalists who will pitch their plans to grow and scale their businesses for a chance to win $10,000 in funding. Congratulations to the finalists!

Sierra Dee, SugarLove Bakery
Twila McGee, NOLAs Finest Pets
Sherilyn Hayward, Leroy’s Lipsmack’n Lemonade
AnaMaria Bech, Viva NOLA Magazine

Register today to join us for this special event!

LADOTD: Opportunity and Preparation: Developing a Business Development Plan for Your Construction Business
2022-03-23 10:00 - 12:00
Business development in construction management refers to a strategic and actionable plan for pursuing new business and fostering relationships with your most preferred clients. Your business development plan outlines how you identify prospects, share your capabilities, and nurture business relationships so that prospects become clients when the time is right.
Business development is strategic integration of marketing, sales and customer service efforts. It also is most successful when everyone in the business understands and works towards a common goal for bringing on new business.
During this session, contractors will learn how to increase profitability and scalability, by creating and managing a business development strategy – one that maximizes its strengths and experience and one that targets and converts its most preferred client types. The goal is to convert prospects to clients and to turn bids into awards!
All current and aspiring DBE contractors are welcome to attend. There is no cost to participate, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat!
There 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/579163772703446799 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Open Municipal Primary Election (March 26)
2022-03-26 07:00 - 20:00
More information here.

Resume Writing Workshop
2022-04-06 10:00 - 14:00
Not sure if your resume is up to date? Want to make your resume stronger? The Urban League of Louisiana Office of Workforce Development will be hosting a Resume Writing Workshops on Wednesday, April 6 at 10:00 am. and 1:00pm. Sign up for a session now at https://www.urbanleaguela.org/resume-writing

Register for Scale Up Summer 2022
2022-04-12 - 2022-05-03
The Urban League of Louisiana, in partnership with Capital One, will host its sixth cohort of Scale Up! Louisiana. This cohort is designated for small businesses in Terrebonne parish.

Scale Up! Louisiana is a statewide entrepreneurial education intensive hosted by the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. The program provides early-stage entrepreneurs with the education and resources that are critical to creating a scalable and profitable business. This is a transition program that guides existing, early-stage small business owners towards becoming high-growth, sustainable ventures.

This modular program will be delivered in-person 11, 6-hour sessions, and 5 pre-recorded web sessions adhering to CDC, state, and city guidelines. Participants will receive technical assistance and other support services throughout the program.

Scale Up! Louisiana Cohort 6 is sponsored by Capital One, AARP, and Louisiana Economic Development.

Interested entrepreneurs must apply for the Scale Up! Louisiana program. The application deadline is Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at 5:00p.m. CST and must be submitted online at https://tinyurl.com/2p8ce93m. For more information about the program and the full schedule, visit https://urbanleaguela.org/scale-up-la/.

Mock Job Interview Preparation
2022-04-13 10:00 - 14:00
Need help preparing for job interviews? The Urban League of Louisiana’s Office of Workforce Development will host mock interviews Wednesday, April 13 at 10:00am and 1:00pm to help prepare potential employees for how to best conduct a job interview. Register today at https://www.urbanleaguela.org/mock-interview

Early Giving for GiveNOLA Day
2022-04-19 - 2022-05-02
The 2022 GiveNOLA Day will take place Tuesday, May 3 from midnight to midnight. But you can give as early as April 19-May 2!

Your donation on GiveNOLA Day will help us continue to be a leading organization in the fight against the challenges of the pandemic as well as assisting African Americans and other communities seeking equity to secure economic self-reliance, parity, and civil rights.

Click here to make an early donation now!

LADOTD: Crew Management: Recruiting, Hiring, and Retaining an All Star Team
2022-04-20 10:00 - 12:00
2022 is expected to yield an increase in public and private construction projects across the U.S. This is great for the industry, however, this also means that small business contractors must be prepared for the competitive landscape that is sure to impact how you recruit, hire, and train a best-in-class crew.
It is critical that owners have a strategic plan to efficiently manage and retain your field crew. This is essential to staying on budget and on schedule, and can lead to increased profitability.
During this session, construction managers and owners will learn how to build a foundation for a successful field crew which requires processes, discipline and the proper resources. This session will dive into best practices for recruiting, hiring developing, managing, and retaining an all-star team!
There 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/4223380713757747725 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Resilient Restart EBR Grant Information Sessions
2022-04-26 - 2022-05-26
To meet the short-term financial needs of microenterprises and small businesses, the Resilient Restart EBR Program offers one-time, micro-grants of $2,500 to eligible entities that have been impacted by COVID-19.

Interested in applying for the Resilient Restart $2,500 grant? This program is activated by the federal CARES Act and administered through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program. As a federally funded program, in order to apply, eligible small businesses are required to have a DUNS number and must be registered on SAM.gov.

Join the Urban League of Louisiana starting next week for a special webinar to get step-by-step instructions on how to obtain a government DUNS number and how to register your business on SAM.gov.

Please note that all eligibility requirements must be met and all other supporting documents must be submitted in addition to the DUNS number and verification of the SAM registration.

For more information about the Resilient Restart EBR program, including eligibility requirements and required documents, please visit https://urbanleaguela.org/restartebr/.

Register for the Upcoming Informational Sessions (DAY – 12:00pm -1:00pm)
April 26: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8336247994891648271
May 24: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2331257543211699726

Register for the Upcoming Informational Sessions (EVENING – 5:15pm – 6:15pm)
May 5: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3665930518913129231
May 12: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/[REDACTED]
May 26: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/891796711336679184

Second Chance Virtual Career & Resource Expo
2022-04-27 10:00 - 15:00
The Office of Workforce Development is hosting a Second Chance Virtual Career & Resource Expo for justice-involved/returning citizens. The expo will help assist qualified and professional candidates who are returning citizens seeking employment.

Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/virtual-job/

GiveNOLA Day 2022
2022-05-03
The 2022 GiveNOLA Day will take place Tuesday, May 3 from midnight to midnight.

Your donation on GiveNOLA Day will help us continue to be a leading organization in the fight against the challenges of the pandemic as well as assisting African Americans and other communities seeking equity to secure economic self-reliance, parity, and civil rights.

Mark your calendars for May 3 and we hope you can help us make a difference! If you would like to donate earlier, you can send in your donation starting Tuesday, April 19 and your donation will be processed on May 3.

Click here to bookmark our GiveNOLA Day site and donate on May 3

LADOTD: Understanding Contracting Requirements for LADOTD Projects
2022-05-18 10:00 - 12:00
Contractors doing business with the LADOTD must ensure compliance to the awarded construction contract. In addition, it also important to be aware of and understand the Construction Contract Administration Manual (CCA). The CCA Manual provides guidelines, regulations, references to standard specifications, Department Policies and Procedures, and other supporting documents that contractors should know in the bid and performance stages of the contracting process.
During this session, participants will learn about the most common components of a construction contract, highlights of the CCA Manual, and a review of the following documents: CS-6AAA commitment documentation, DBE/SBE supplier’s agreement, DBE/SBE trucker’s agreement, OMF-1a & OMF-2a forms, and the CP-1A.
This session will also include an overview of the LAUCP DBE Certification including eligibility requirements and the application process.
There 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/620643948715364621 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

QuickBooks Online – Session 1: Foundations – Get Started and Set Up the Right Way
2022-06-14 17:30 - 19:30
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is the time to get the education and support that you need to set up your accounting system and processes the right way.
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation for this special 3-part series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online, managing everyday transactions and financial reports, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. This series is sponsored by Wells Fargo – Open for Business.
Sessions will take place on Tuesdays, June 14, 21, and 28, 5:30pm-7:30pm. Registration is required for each session.
Session 1: Foundations – Get Started and Setup the Right Way
Get started with QuickBooks Online and receive guidance on the setup process. Learn how to add your business information, which accounting method to use, how to setup and pull data in from your bank, and so much more! This is a foundational course that will help you to establish a solid baseline for your accounting system.
There 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/8721012194045974541. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Preparing to Access Disaster Assistance with the SBA and FEMA
2022-06-15 10:00 - 12:00
Join the Urban League of Louisiana, the SBA Louisiana District Office and FEMA, on Tuesday, June 21st, 10:00am-12:00pm to learn what it takes to successfully apply for disaster assistance should the need arise.
Hurricane season is here! The SBA offers disaster assistance in the form of low interest loans to businesses, nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters located in regions affected by declared disasters. SBA also provides eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations with working capital to help overcome the economic injury of a declared disaster. Join this session to learn more about applying for disaster assistance in the event of an emergency.
Speakers include:

Jo Ann Lawrence – Deputy District Director, Louisiana District Office, U.S. Small Business Administrator
Local Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency

There 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/8721012194045974541. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

QuickBooks Online – Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports
2022-06-21 17:30 - 19:30
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is the time to get the education and support that you need to set up your accounting system and processes the right way.
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation for this special 3-part series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online, managing everyday transactions and financial reports, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. This series is sponsored by Wells Fargo – Open for Business.
Please join us for the second session of QuickBooks Online, 5:30pm-7:30pm. Registration is required for each session.
Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports
Learn how to process transactions in QuickBooks Online to better understand your sales/expenses, and manage your cash flow. Participants will learn how to customize invoices, create sales receipts, receive and pay money. For those that sell products, learn how to use QBO to track inventory and sales taxes.
There 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/2201562450752854797. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

LADOTD: Bidding to Win + Construction Management at Risk
2022-06-22 10:00 - 12:00
Construction firms understand that hard work has to happen before a single shovel ever hits the ground during the continuous construction-bid-proposal process. Submitting effective proposals and winning bids is at the heart of what contractors do and developing this as a core competency is critical to building a profitable and sustainable business.
For general contractors, a bid-to-win rate of one out of six is standard, and many see less of a conversion rate. During this session, contractors will learn best practices for developing a competitive proposal, including: positioning the firm to move quickly on submitting bid proposals, creating a winning scope sheet, developing and offering a value proposition, and putting your plans into action.
In addition, participants, will gain an understanding of the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method which entails a commitment by the Construction Manager (CM) to deliver the project within a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) which is based on the construction documents and specifications at the time of the GMP.
This session will also include an overview of the LAUCP DBE Certification including eligibility requirements and the application process.
There 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/620643948715364621. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Information Session (Otis Elevator Apprenticeship in conjunction with Office of Workforce Development)
2022-06-22 16:00 - 17:00
The Office of Workforce Development will host a special Information Session in partnership with Otis Elevator Company on Wednesday, June 22 from 4pm – 5pm CT to job-seekers looking to elevate their careers by joining the elevator trade.

Pay for elevator apprentices starts at $22/hr, and rises to $90,000/year, plus health care and benefits!

Register for the information session here.

Product Matters: Strategies for Managing Your Supply Chain During and After a Disruption
2022-06-24 10:00 - 12:00
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, on Friday, June 24th, 10:00am-12:00pm, to gain insights on the managing your supply chain before, during, and after a disruption. This online session is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
During a health or environmental crisis, supply chain disruptions create scary and uncertain times, especially for small business owners. These disruptions draw attention to supply chain dependencies that you may otherwise not be aware of when everything is operating under normal circumstances. The COVID-19 global pandemic has caused a major upheaval in the supply chains of many businesses in the United States and North America.
When supply chains are disrupted small businesses must have a plan to sustain operations and be able to access alternative sources of supply when possible. This session will provide product-based businesses with key learnings in managing before, during, and after a disruption, including: managing inventory, identifying alternative sources of supply or distributors, and strategies for transitioning to complimentary services when supplies are not available. Key topics include:

Understanding how supply chains work
6 types of supply chain disruptions
Uncovering your supply chain dependencies
10 tactics for preparing for disruptions
7 steps to take after a disruption as occurred

There 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/7657859216782382096. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

QuickBooks Online – Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Tasks and Maintenance
2022-06-28 17:30 - 19:30
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is the time to get the education and support that you need to set up your accounting system and processes the right way.
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation for this special 3-part series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online, managing everyday transactions and financial reports, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. This series is sponsored by Wells Fargo – Open for Business.
Please join us for the third session of QuickBooks Online, 5:30pm-7:30pm. Registration is required for each session.
Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Tasks and Maintenance
Be guided through a deeper understanding of the reporting process in QuickBooks Online and how to set up your Chart of Accounts for optimal clarity into your business financials. Participants will learn how to run and read the three primary financial reports, how to reconcile accounts, and create custom fields.
There 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/4920385325894127375. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

LADOTD: How to Find and Successfully Bid on LADOTD Projects
2022-07-20 10:00 - 12:00
Please register for “LADOTD: How to Find and Successfully Bid on LADOTD Projects + DBE Certification” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/130578422076204811 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
DBE contractor firms seeking to do business with the Louisiana Department of Transportation must develop an internal process to identify, assess, and determine the firm’s capacity to meet the performance requirements of potential bid opportunities. In addition, DBE contractors must be proactive in identifying upcoming bid opportunities so that maximum time and effort can be put towards developing a winning proposal.
During this session, contractor firms will learn how to view upcoming LADOTD letting opportunities and the associated Construction Proposal Documents. Participants will also learn how to view LADOTD projects to be let in the next 12 months, how to read proposal documents, and how to ensure that you are ready to bid (Online Bidder Registration, List of Prospective Bidders, etc.).
This session will also include an overview of the LAUCP DBE Certification including eligibility requirements and the application process.
All existing and aspiring DBE contractors are encouraged to attend.
There 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/130578422076204811. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Disaster Preparedness Series: Understanding and Managing Your Insurance Coverage
2022-07-21 10:00 - 11:00
As communities across the state of Louisiana begin to prepare for the potential impacts of a very active hurricane season, it is imperative that small businesses start now to evaluate risks and develop contingency plans to ensure the best outcomes for business recovery and continuity. To support small businesses across the state of Louisiana in preparing for the 2022 hurricane season, the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation is hosting a 3-Part virtual series, “Disaster Recovery & Preparedness Series”.
During this series, representatives from the SBA Louisiana District, the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security, the Louisiana Department of Insurance, the SBA Office of Disaster Assistance, and many others will provide information on how to protect your business and gain access to the resources that you may need when recovering from a hurricane. This series is a part of the Urban League of Louisiana’s SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program in collaboration with the National Urban League.
Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Thursday, July 21st, 10:00am-12:00pm, for “Session 1: Understanding and Managing Your Insurance Coverage”. During this session, participants will gain an understanding of their insurance policy and legal rights, and key insights on the reassessment of property upgrades, recoverable depreciation, and personal vs. business interruption insurance. Please come with your questions as time as been allocated for Q&A.
Guest Speaker: Patrick Bell, Assistant Commissioner, Division of Diversity & Opportunity, Louisiana Department of Insurance
There is no cost to participate, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!

Disaster Preparedness Series: Emergency Funding Opportunities with the SBA and FEMA
2022-07-28 13:00 - 15:00
As communities across the state of Louisiana begin to prepare for the potential impacts of a very active hurricane season, it is imperative that small businesses start now to evaluate risks and develop contingency plans to ensure the best outcomes for business recovery and continuity. To support small businesses across the state of Louisiana in preparing for the 2022 hurricane season, the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation is hosting a 3-Part virtual series, “Disaster Recovery & Preparedness Series”.
During this series, representatives from the SBA Louisiana District, the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security, the Louisiana Department of Insurance, the SBA Office of Disaster Assistance, and many others will provide information on how to protect your business and gain access to the resources that you may need when recovering from a hurricane. This series is a part of the Urban League of Louisiana’s SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program in collaboration with the National Urban League.
Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Thursday, July 28th, 1:00pm-3:00pm, for “Session 2: Emergency Funding Opportunities with the SBA and FEMA”. During this session, participants will learn about FEMA assistance, SBA mitigation funding, SBA disaster funding, non-traditional funding sources, and the financial management documents that you need to have available to access emergency funds if the need arises. Please come with your questions as time as been allocated for Q&A.
Guest Speakers include:
· Rubby Douglas, Section Chief, Preparedness Section, Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
· Jo Ann Lawrence, Deputy Director, Louisiana District Office, U.S. Small Business Administration
· Susheel Kumar, Public Information Officer, Office of Disaster Assistance, Field Operations Center – West, U.S. Small Business Administration
· Moderator: Lori Jackson, Director, Women’s Business Resource Center, ULLA

There’s An App for That!: The Best Business Apps for Entrepreneurs
2022-07-29 10:00 - 11:30
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, on Friday, July 29th, 10:00am-11:30am, to gain insights on the best apps and tools to use in managing your small business! This online session is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
Growth-oriented entrepreneurs are always exploring new and innovate ways to increase customer satisfaction and improve internal efficiency and productivity for long term sustainability and profitability. With increased competition, workforce challenges, and ever-changing market dynamics, entrepreneurs must understand the importance of utilizing the latest, most effective technologies in increasing efficiency and boosting customer interactions.
During this webinar, participants will learn how to determine what key processes they need to focus on improving within their businesses. This session will also address the following questions :

Why is it so important to use apps and other software in running my business?
What are some of the best apps available for various business processes?
How do I go about assessing which app is best for my business?

There 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/7307029245614944523. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
