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SUMMARY:Black Joy Revolution: Strategies for Bliss\, Balance\, and Black Excellence
DESCRIPTION:NOLAYP February General Body Meeting. Join us in learning strategies for achieving bliss\, balance\, and black excellence! This event will be virtual via Zoom. \nOur featured speaker is Tyler Litt. Tyler has worked in professional roles such as analyst\, instructor\, consultant\, coordinator\, and director. She is an ambassador for the Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce\, board member for Forum225\, and the Vice President for Urban League of Louisiana Young Professionals. \nRegister at http://bit.ly/GBMblackjoyrev
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/black-joy-revolution/
CATEGORIES:Young Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T120000
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UID:96730-1613556000-1613563200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:LADOTD: Developing a Winning Proposal + Construction Management at Risk + DBE Certification
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFor 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 Management 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. \n\nThere is no cost to attend this session\, but registration is required\, so register today!
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/ladotd2172021/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
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UID:96810-1613124000-1613138400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Louisiana Workforce Commission Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The February 12th job fair will be filling Civil Service jobs with the Louisiana Workforce Commission for Unemployment Insurance Claims Processors. \nTo register\, visit https://urbanleaguela.org/virtual-job/
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/louisiana-workforce-commission-job-fair/
CATEGORIES:OWD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
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UID:96728-1613046600-1613052000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Magnify Your Marketing\, Session 3: E-commerce Essentials - Your Guide to Selling Online
DESCRIPTION:E-commerce has become the rule\, rather than the exception\, in conducting business. Most entrepreneurs now find it imperative to in selling products\, and even many services. During this session\, entrepreneurs will learn several ways to sell products and/or services online.\n\nAttendees will learn how they can sell items through Etsy\, eBay\, Shopify\, and more. This session will also provide attendees with information on payment and shipping choices so those who want to sell online can select the option that works best for their business.\n\nTopics discussed include:\n• Where and how to sell your product online\n• Hosted vs self-hosted ecommerce solutions\n• 10 Easy\, Hosted Storefronts and Shopping Carts\n• Online Auction Sites and General Marketplaces\n• Free-to-List Classified-Ad Sites\n\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/regi…/5217297435622094095. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.\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.\n\nTo become a Certified SEBD\, visit www.opportunitylouisiana.com/sebd. If you should have any questions\, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/myms3/
CATEGORIES:WBRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210129T185538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T185538Z
UID:96726-1612960200-1612965600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Magnify Your Marketing\, Session 2: Using Technology to Improve Customer Reach and Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Growth-oriented entrepreneurs are always exploring new and innovate ways to increase customer reach and convert potential clients to actual customers. With increased competition and a surge in the need for digital marketing\, entrepreneurs must understand the importance of utilizing the latest\, most effective technologies to increase the number and effectiveness of its interactions with existing and potential clients.\n\nDuring this session\, participants will learn how to determine what key processes must be improved within their marketing plans and what technologies can be leveraged to yield optimal results. This session will also address the following questions:\n•Why is it so important to use technology when marketing my business?\n•What are some of the best technologies available?\n•How do I go about assessing which technologies are best for my business?\n\nThe following technologies will be discussed: SEO\, Customer Relationship Management\, Social Media Management\, Email Marketing\, Communications\, Content Management\, Advertising\, Analytics\, etc.\n\nThere is no cost to attend this webinar; however\, you must be registered for the webinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/330477324041307151. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.\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.\n\nTo become a Certified SEBD\, visit www.opportunitylouisiana.com/sebd. If you should have any questions\, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/myms2/
CATEGORIES:WBRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T123000
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UID:96724-1612873800-1612879200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Magnify Your Marketing\, Session 1: How to Elevate Your Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:There are various marketing tactics that small business owners can use to reach and influence their target markets – events\, direct mail\, email\, social media\, content strategy\, street teams\, couponing\, webinars\, seminars\, partnerships\, and other activities that will help you gain access to customers. However\, deploying marketing tactics without a targeted strategy can yield minimal results that do not produce a return on your marketing investment.\n\nTo ensure that marketing tactics target the potential customers that you want and drive sales\, entrepreneurs should develop a marketing strategy based on customer needs and buying behaviors.\n\nDuring this session\, participants will learn how to elevate their marketing strategies by exploring the following:\n• Establishing your sales goals\n• Defining your target customer\n• Understanding the competitive environment\n• Positioning your brand for success\n• Developing a marketing budget\n• Developing a tracking system for results and ROI\n\nThis session is suitable for start-up businesses\, as well as existing businesses that need to revamp their marketing strategies for better results.\n\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/regi…/8739504869876576527. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.\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.\n\nTo become a Certified SEBD\, visit www.opportunitylouisiana.com/sebd. If you should have any questions\, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/myms1/
CATEGORIES:WBRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210112T180226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T180226Z
UID:96340-1612519200-1612524600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Capital Growth Session III: Understanding Series Funding
DESCRIPTION:Capital access and growth are long-standing pain points of minority-owned businesses across the nation and in the Greater New Orleans (GNO) region.  Minority-owned businesses\, consequentially\, have been disproportionately affected during the current economic downturn. As such\, Greater New Orleans\, Inc. (GNO\, Inc.) and the Urban League of Louisiana (ULLA) are hosting a series of virtual discussions to dissect opportunities for minority-owned small businesses to increase their ability to access capital and to create viable\, sustainable ventures that create generational wealth. \nFor high growth ventures to successfully launch and scale\, oftentimes\, results lie in the ability of these firms to engage in multiple efforts to raise capital through rounds of external funding. However\, many minority entrepreneurs of color are not aware of how series funding works and how it can becomes a potential funding source for their businesses. For those that are aware\, lack of education\, fear of the unknown\, and being equity averse to external partners makes even exploring series funding a challenge. \nDuring this webinar\, small businesses will gain insights from equity investment firms on the types of businesses they seek for investment\, the funding process\, and the expected outcomes. This session will serve to dispel the many myths that exist around series funding and provide guidance on the feasibility of this funding mechanism for your venture. \n  \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, but registration is required\, so register today!
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/capitalgrowthsession3/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210129T233000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210112T175917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T180729Z
UID:96336-1611914400-1611963000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Capital Growth Session II: Best Practices in Securing Government Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Capital access and growth are long-standing pain points of minority-owned businesses across the nation and in the Greater New Orleans (GNO) region.  Minority-owned businesses\, consequentially\, have been disproportionately affected during the current economic downturn. As such\, Greater New Orleans\, Inc. (GNO\, Inc.) and the Urban League of Louisiana (ULLA) are hosting a series of virtual discussions to dissect opportunities for minority-owned small businesses to increase their ability to access capital and to create viable\, sustainable ventures that create generational wealth. \nGovernment contracts can yield long-term\, high-dollar opportunities.  Gaining the skills and tools necessary to secure such contracts can be critical to expanding and scaling a business\, particularly in the midst of a global pandemic. This discussion will detail opportunities for minority-owned small businesses to bid on available local\, state and federal procurement contracts. \nPresenters \nJo Ann Lawrence\, Deputy Director\, SBA – Louisiana District Office \nPaula Roddy\, DOTD Program Director\, Compliance and Program Section\, LADOTD \nChristina Dayries\, Assistant Deputy Director\, Grants and Administration\, GOHSEP \nNoel Williams\, Owner\, Legacy Restoration & Referral \nModerator: Jasmine Brown\, Public Policy Manager\, GNO\, Inc. \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however registration is required.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/capitalgrowthsession2/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210122T210819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T210819Z
UID:96519-1611828000-1611833400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Second Round of the Paycheck Protection Program
DESCRIPTION:The U. S. Treasury Department has authorized another round of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)\, designed to assist businesses and nonprofit organizations that have faced financial challenges related to the Coronavirus pandemic.\n\nThe Urban League of Louisiana has partnered with Hope Credit Union to assist clients in determining eligibility\, completing the application process\, and managing the loan forgiveness process.\n\nHope is an experienced SBA-authorized lender and is ready to help small businesses and nonprofit organizations across the Deep South take advantage of this opportunity. By applying through Hope\, your business may be able to tap into 100% federally guaranteed funding that will help cover up to 24 weeks of payroll expenses\, including benefits\, mortgage interest\, rent\, insurance\, utilities\, and other authorized expenses.\n\nJoin the Urban League of Louisiana\, Hope Credit Union\, and the SBA Louisiana District Office on Thursday\, January 28\, 10:00am-11:30am for a special webinar to learn more about the second round of the Paycheck Protection Program. Attendees gain insight on eligibility requirements\, required documentation and how to apply! There will also be time for Q&A.\n\nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today!
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/second-round-ppp/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210122T174829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T174829Z
UID:96500-1611684000-1611691200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Schools Expo
DESCRIPTION:Schools Expo provides families with an opportunity to engage with representatives from early childhood programs\, public\, private\, and Catholic schools. It is a convenient and efficient method for families to access schools that meet their needs and values. Schools Expo has become a staple in the city and an event families look forward to every year. \nBecause of COVID-19 and the state’s restrictions\, this year a scaled down virtual Schools Expo has been created. It is our sincere hope to host an in-person Schools Expo in the near future. \n\nRegister at urbanleaguela.org/schools-expo-2021
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/virtualschoolsexpo2021/
CATEGORIES:PIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210111T205008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T205008Z
UID:96331-1611309600-1611315000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Capital Growth Session I: Is Your Business Bankable?
DESCRIPTION:Capital access and growth are long-standing pain points of minority-owned businesses across the nation and in the Greater New Orleans (GNO) region. Minority-owned businesses\, consequentially\, have been disproportionately affected during the current economic downturn. As such\, Greater New Orleans\, Inc. (GNO\, Inc.) and the Urban League of Louisiana (ULLA) will co-host a series of virtual discussions to dissect opportunities for minority-owned small businesses to increase their ability to access capital and to create viable\, sustainable ventures that create generational wealth.  \nIn order to build scalable\, profitable\, and sustainable businesses\, minority entrepreneurs must be able to access the necessary funding to increase capacity\, integrate technology into their operations\, and to implement growth strategies that meet the changing needs of their existing and potential customers.  \nHowever\, based on data from the Brookings Institute\, large banks approve around 60% of loans sought by white small-business owners\, 50% of those sought by Hispanic or Latinx small-business owners\, and just 29% of those sought by Black small-business owners. In addition\, data from McKinsey & Co. shows that only 1% of Black business owners get a bank loan in their first year of business\, compared with 7% of white business owners.  \nDuring this session\, representatives from national and local banks will discuss credit policies/standards\, what steps their organizations are taking to reach and fund minority-owned small businesses\, and immediate actions that businesses can take to become “bankable.”  \nPanelists include:  \nKathy Saloy\, Vice President\, Community Development\, Hope Credit Union   \nBrandon Nelson\, Vice President\, Commercial Leading\, Hancock Whitney  \nTish Sauerhoff\, Manager of Special Projects\, Gulf Coast Bank & Trust  \nAmie Barton\, SBA Lending Specialist\, Commercial Banking\, Regions Bank\, SLA  \nModerator: Klassi Duncan\, Vice President\, CEI\, ULLA  \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however\, registration is required.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/capitalgrowthsession/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210112T190043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T190043Z
UID:96368-1611252000-1611259200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Getting Your House in Order\, Session 3: Get Credit Ready
DESCRIPTION:For small business owners\, gaining access to funding to start and grow a business is essential. In order to prepare to access credit\, owners must prepare and position themselves to meet the funding requirements of lenders. During this session\, participants will learn how business credit differs from personal credit and how this is a key component of putting together a bankable business credit profile.  Participants will also learn basic business credit terminology\, best practices in becoming bankable\, and how to become credit compliant through the life of a loan. \nCourse Facilitator and Financial Business Advisor Leontine “Candy” Guimont-Martin is the owner of Martin Business Solution\, based in Slidell\, Louisiana. Leontine is a Business Developer\, Tax Strategist\, CFO\, Financial Coach and Credit Restoration Expert. \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however registration is required. Register today! \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/houseinorder3/
CATEGORIES:WBRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210112T184222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T184222Z
UID:96363-1611165600-1611172800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Getting Your House in Order\, Session 2: Setting up Your Tax Accounts
DESCRIPTION:Every business has tax liabilities. It is critical that small business owners understand which taxes are required\, how often\, and how to maintain compliance. This will avoid inaccurate payments or failing to file or pay the necessary taxes for your business. During this session\, participants will learn which tax accounts to set up for various types of businesses\, including payroll\, sales\, and excise taxes. \nCourse Facilitator and Financial Business Advisor Leontine “Candy” Guimont-Martin is the owner of Martin Business Solution\, based in Slidell\, Louisiana. Leontine is a Business Developer\, Tax Strategist\, CFO\, Financial Coach and Credit Restoration Expert. \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however registration is required. Register today! \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/houseinorder2/
CATEGORIES:WBRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210112T183732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T184451Z
UID:96360-1611079200-1611086400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Getting Your House in Order\, Session 1: Get Your Business Established the Right Way
DESCRIPTION:When you start a new business\, or if you need to restructure your business\, understanding the processes and requirements of setting up your small business and effectively applying the correct information is essential to a profitable and sustainable business.  During this session\, participants will learn Federal\, State and Parish compliance requirements for starting a business. This session will guide participants through the processes and agency portals with “how to” steps. Topics covered include: \n*Federal: Employer Identification Number\, SAM Registration \n*State: Registration\, Name Reserved\, Industry Insurance\, Payroll\, Louisiana Taxpayer Access Point (LaTAP) \n*Parish: Assumed Name Certificate\, Business Licenses\, Parish Taxes\, Banking Rules \n*Other: NAICS Code\, DUNS Number\, etc. \nThis session can serve as a refresher course for those who may have already started or completed the steps required to establish a business. This will be a “second look” to check for any inaccuracies or missing elements. If you have not started the process\, this will be a time saver for you\, a way to start your business the right way! \nCourse Facilitator and Financial Business Advisor Leontine “Candy” Guimont-Martin is the owner of Martin Business Solution\, based in Slidell\, Louisiana. Leontine is a Business Developer\, Tax Strategist\, CFO\, Financial Coach and Credit Restoration Expert. \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however\, registration is required. Register today! \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/houseinorder/
CATEGORIES:WBRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210106T001720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T001720Z
UID:96325-1610647200-1610656200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online\, Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Tasks & Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Please register for “QuickBooks Online\, Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Tasks & Maintenance” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3985744356067636752. \nAs a business owner\, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. The start of the New Year brings a new opportunity to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way. Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation 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. At the close of the series\, participants attending all 3 sessions will receive 6 hours of customized\, one-on-one QuickBooks Online training and maintenance support from a Financial Advisor. \nDuring this session\, participants will 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 the three primary financial reports (income statement\, balance sheet\, statement of cash flows)\, how to read these reports\, how to reconcile accounts and how to create custom fields to track income/expenses. Attendees will also learn how to run other reports that are specific to your business that will help with optimizing operations. \nThis special session will be facilitated by Lori Jackson\, Owner of MSC Financial Services. Lori is a Financial Educator and Coach who helps empower individuals through financial literacy to reach their fullest potential. \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/3985744356067636752.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/quickbooks-online-session-3-ongoing-accounting-tasks-maintenance/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210106T001530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T001530Z
UID:96322-1610560800-1610569800@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online\, Session 2: Everyday Transactions & Financial Reports
DESCRIPTION:Please register for “QuickBooks Online\, Session 2: Everyday Transactions & Financial Reports” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8284441195509015824. \nAs a business owner\, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. The start of the New Year brings a new opportunity to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way. Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation 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. At the close of the series\, participants attending all 3 sessions will receive 6 hours of customized\, one-on-one QuickBooks Online training and maintenance support from a Financial Advisor. \nThis program is sponsored by the United Way Worldwide and BET COVID-19 Relief Effort. \nDuring this session\, participants will learn how to process transactions QuickBooks Online. As a business owner\, this is imperative in understanding your sales and expenses\, and managing your cash flow. Participants will learn how to customize invoices\, create sales receipts\, receive and pay money. For those that sell products\, this session will also cover how to use QuickBooks Online to track inventory and sales taxes. \nThis special session will be facilitated by Lori Jackson\, Owner of MSC Financial Services. Lori is a Financial Educator and Coach who helps empower individuals through financial literacy to reach their fullest potential. \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/8284441195509015824.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/quickbooks-online-session-2-everyday-transactions-financial-reports/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20210106T001246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T001246Z
UID:96319-1610474400-1610483400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online\, Session 1: Set Up Your Account the Right Way
DESCRIPTION:Please register for “QuickBooks Online\, Session 1: Set Up Your Account the Right Way” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7152171817806408461. \nAs a business owner\, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. The start of the New Year brings a new opportunity to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way. Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation 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. At the close of the series\, participants attending all 3 sessions will receive 6 hours of customized\, one-on-one QuickBooks Online training and maintenance support from a Financial Advisor. \nThis program is sponsored by the United Way Worldwide and BET COVID-19 Relief Effort. \nDuring this session\, learn how to get started with QuickBooks Online and receive guidance on the entire setup process. Participants will learn how to 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 establish a solid baseline for your accounting system. \nThis special session will be facilitated by Lori Jackson\, Owner of MSC Financial Services. Lori is a Financial Educator and Coach who helps empower individuals through financial literacy to reach their fullest potential. \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/7152171817806408461.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/quickbooks-online-session-1-set-up-your-account-the-right-way/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201211T012756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T174629Z
UID:96175-1608458400-1608465600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:December Face Mask Giveaway (Baton Rouge)
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is helping the community mask up to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and follow the Governor’s mandate.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/decmaskgiveawaybr/
LOCATION:Dr. Martin Lither King Jr. Community Center\, 4000 Gus Young Ave\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70802\, United States
CATEGORIES:ULLA General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201124T204153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T204153Z
UID:96140-1607767200-1607774400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:December Face Mask Giveaway (New Orleans)
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is helping the community mask up to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and follow the Governor’s mandate.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/decembermaskgiveaway/
LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States
CATEGORIES:ULLA General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201118T015711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T015711Z
UID:95976-1607162400-1607184000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Election Day Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:For the important runoff election on December 5th\, join the Urban League of Louisiana in getting out on the streets to encourage voters to get to the polls! We will be out at key intersections across New Orleans with lots of energy andnew non-partisan signs\, showing our support for voters. \nVolunteers will need to have their own transportation to and from the various location where we will be set up. After you sign up\, we will share more details about locations and logistics. \nSign up at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/363621/
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/election-day-volunteer-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:Wake Up Geaux Vote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201106T164238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T171910Z
UID:95822-1607068800-1607099400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Postmark Deadline for Mail in Ballot
DESCRIPTION:The postmark deadline for a registrar of voters to receive a voted mail ballot is Dec. 4 by 4:30 p.m. (other than military and overseas voters).
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/postmark-deadline-for-mail-in-ballot/
CATEGORIES:ULLA General,Wake Up Geaux Vote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201106T162828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T162828Z
UID:95820-1606809600-1606840200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Deadline to Request Absentee Ballot
DESCRIPTION:The deadline to request an absentee by mail ballot is Dec. 1 by 4:30 p.m. You can request an absentee by mail ballot online through our Voter Portal or in writing through your Registrar of Voters Office (other than military and overseas voters).
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/deadline-to-request-absentee-ballot-3/
CATEGORIES:ULLA General,Wake Up Geaux Vote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201118T015229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T015302Z
UID:95973-1606750200-1606851000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Runoff Election Phone Bank
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting a voter mobilization phone bank as a part of its Wake Up Geaux Vote initiative\, a non-partisan\, statewide voter education and mobilization effort. Join us in reminding residents across Louisiana to vote in the runoff election! \nBy signing up for November 30th and/or December 1\, you will have access to the phone bank between the hours of 3:30-7:30 p.m. You do not need to select a specific time. \nIf you have participated in any of our phone banks before\, you will not need to attend a virtual phone bank training. If this will be your first time\, we will be provided a training in advance of the phone bank. \nThe Urban League will provide the virtual phone bank platform\, a call list\, and a script. The platform easily tracks responses and outcomes for the calls and uses an anonymous phone number to protect the volunteers’ privacy. \nSign up at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/363466/
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/runoff-election-phone-bank/
CATEGORIES:Wake Up Geaux Vote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201130T195502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T195502Z
UID:96152-1606694400-1609459199@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Sign Up\, Stay Informed\, & Win A $100 Gift Card
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League is initiating their Policy and Social Justice campaign and if you sign up for updates and alerts\, you can win $100! \nSign up now here for critical updates about strategies and initiatives that secure parity and civil rights.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/signupandwin/
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201128T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201106T162637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T162637Z
UID:95818-1605861000-1606586400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Early Runoff Voting
DESCRIPTION:Early voting is Nov. 20-28 from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (excluding Sunday\, Nov. 22\, Thursday\, Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving) and Friday\, Nov. 27 (Acadian Day); early voting is advanced one day because of the holidays).
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/early-runoff-voting/
CATEGORIES:ULLA General,Wake Up Geaux Vote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201021T172017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T172017Z
UID:95536-1605348000-1605355200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Face Mask Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is helping the community mask up to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and follow the Governor’s mandate.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/novembermask/
LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States
CATEGORIES:ULLA General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201115
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201106T162230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T162230Z
UID:95816-1605312000-1605398399@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Deadline to Register to Vote for Runoff
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/deadline-to-register-to-vote-for-runoff/
CATEGORIES:ULLA General,Wake Up Geaux Vote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201022T162810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T162810Z
UID:95544-1605085200-1605099600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Virtual Career & Resource Expo
DESCRIPTION:ULLA’s Office of Workforce Development is hosting a Veterans Virtual Career & Resource Expo on Wednesday\, November 11th to connect military veteran job seekers to job openings in essential industries.\n\nThis year you may attend from the comfort and safety of your home. The virtual career fair will feature premier employers that represent an array of industries such as Administrative\, Advanced Manufacturing\, Healthcare\, Management\, Technology and Transportation.\n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/veteranscareerexpo/
CATEGORIES:OWD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201104T174156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T235006Z
UID:95755-1605011400-1605029400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Entrepreneurship Summit
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing many businesses to adapt as quickly as possible to a new normal. Understanding this challenge\, the National Urban League is partnering with leaders across a diverse set of industries to provide guidance on how to retool\, rebuild\, and rebrand in a COVID-19 world. \nFeatured will be our own Klassi Duncan\, Vice President of our Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation! \nRegister at: https://nationalurbanleague.salsalabs.org/small-business-entrepreneurship-summit-ng/index.html \nFor the virtual networking cocktail hour\, you must have a Zoom to attend. You can register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMldu2srj4tEtwMrQYjTIZcJCE7OJkWMwfO
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/small-business-entrepreneurship-summit/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T131816
CREATED:20201020T163215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T170038Z
UID:95529-1604656800-1604664000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Small Business Resources Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is pleased to host its 2020 Veterans Small Business Resources Summit in celebration of veterans entrepreneurship\, and as an extension of National Veterans Small Business Week (November 2-6). This year’s event will take place on Friday\, November 6\, 10:00am-12:00pm\, and will be hosted online. \n\n\nDuring this event\, we will shine a light on veteran’s entrepreneurship across the state of Louisiana by sharing the many resources that are available to veterans and their spouses to start and grow their businesses. This year’s event is sponsored by AARP Louisiana\, and hosted in association with the Small Business Administration\, Louisiana District Office\, the Veterans Business Outreach Center – Mississippi State University\, and Louisiana Economic Development.  \nThe Urban League of Louisiana is proud to announce Joey Strickland\, Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs\, as our special guest speaker. \nJoey Strickland was appointed Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs by Governor John Bel Edwards on Jan. 13\, 2016. In this position\, he is responsible for overseeing five Veterans Homes\, four State Veterans Cemeteries\, the department’s Parish Service Offices\, the Administrative\, Contact Assistance\, and Claims Divisions\, the Military Family Assistance Fund\, the Veterans Honor Medal Program\, and a myriad of outreach initiatives for Veterans Service Organizations\, our homeless\, incarcerated\, and women Veterans. \nOther speakers include: \n\nTroy Broussard\, Associate State Director-Advocacy & Outreach\, AARP-Louisiana\nMark Scott\, Director\, Veterans Business Outreach Center\, Mississippi State University\nJo Ann Lawrence\, Deputy District Director\, SBA Louisiana District Office – SBA Programs\nStephanie Hartman\, Director\, Small Business Services\, Louisiana Economic Development\, Louisiana Veterans First Initiative\nChristina Dayries\, Assistant Deputy Director\, Grants and Administration\, Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness\nColleen Broussard-Perry\, Procurement Counselor\, Louisiana Procurement Technical Assistance Center\, University of Louisiana at Lafayette\n\nThere is no cost to attend this event\, however registration is required. Veterans\, their spouses\, and the general public are welcomed to attend. \nRegister here.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2020vetsummit/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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