QuickBooks Online – Session 1:Get Started and Set Up the Right Way
2023-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center 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 3-part series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
QuickBooks Online – Session 1: Foundations – Get Started and Setup the Right Way
Monday, February 27, 2023 | 5:30pm-7:30pm
During 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.
Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Coaching
There 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/4289751641819571798. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

QuickBooks Online – Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports
2023-02-28 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 a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center 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 3-part series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
QuickBooks Online – Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 | 5:30pm-7:30pm
During 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.
Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Coaching
There 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/6413821189706183255. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

QuickBooks Online – Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Tasks and Maintenance
2023-03-01 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 a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center 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 3-part series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
QuickBooks Online – Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Concepts and Maintenance Tasks You Must Know
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 | 5:30pm-7:30pm
During 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.
Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Coaching
There 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/6392090441894847584. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

CRC Training Day: Back Office Administration for Construction Contractors
2023-03-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Urban League of Louisiana HQ, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, 70119, United States
One of the most significant challenges for small construction contractors who grow is the ability to effectively manage the back-office administration of their firm. Now, more than ever, construction companies must focus on modernizing their back-office processes to operate as efficiently as possible. If you are using administrative processes that are outdated and rely on a ruler, Excel spreadsheets, and paper-based procedures, you probably adding time, cost, and frustration to all of your projects. If this is the case, it’s time for an administrative overhaul!
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Contractor’s Resource Center on Thursday, March 2, 9:00am-1:00pm, for “CRC Training Day: Back-Office Administration for Construction Contractors”. This workshop will take place at the Urban League of Louisiana, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue, Suite 110, New Orleans, LA 70119.
During this session, construction contractors will be introduced to best practices in back-office administration with a focus on:

Utilizing Planswift Estimating software to calculate quantities and values needed to create detailed line-item estimates
Developing a winning bid and creating a scope sheet that itemizes inclusions/exclusions
Utilizing UDA ConstructionSuite Software to develop a schedule and schedule of values (sov), estimate project costs, and manage your statement of cash flows
Understanding business financials such as the balance sheet, profit and loss, cash flow, and work-in-progress statements to identify potential red flags, accurately forecast budgets, and maximize long-term profitability
Learn QuickBooks and Costing methods to help you manage Cost of Goods Sold and invoicing processes such as the G702/03 Pay Apps

Seating is limited to 15 participants. There is no cost to register, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat!

Becoming Bankable - Session 1: Understanding Your Financial Position
2023-03-07 12:30 - 14:30
Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its signature “Becoming Bankable Series: Preparing to Access Capital”, March 7-9, 12:30pm-2:30pm! This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
For small businesses, there are certain indicators that are very telling as to whether or not obtaining a traditional business loan will be possible. These include the personal credit score of the owner, time in business, profitability, debt service coverage, and collateral. In considering these factors and others, it is imperative that entrepreneurs understand how to best position themselves to access capital and what they can be doing today to advance their business closer to becoming bankable.
Session 1: Understanding and Improving Your Personal Financial Position | Tuesday, March 7 | 12:30p-2:30p
During this session, participants will learn what it means to become bankable and how the personal finances of the entrepreneur are connected to the business. This session also 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.
Attendees will 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.
Facilitator: Lori Jackson, Financial Literacy Coach, MSC Coaching
There 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/5768369381448397655. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Becoming Bankable - Session 2: Financial State and Needs for Growth
2023-03-08 12:30 - 14:30
oin the Urban League of Louisiana for its signature “Becoming Bankable Series: Preparing to Access Capital”, March 7-9, 12:30pm-2:30pm! This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
For small businesses, there are certain indicators that are very telling as to whether or not obtaining a traditional business loan will be possible. These include the personal credit score of the owner, time in business, profitability, debt service coverage, and collateral. In considering these factors and others, it is imperative that entrepreneurs understand how to best position themselves to access capital and what they can be doing today to advance their business closer to becoming bankable.
Session 2: Examining Your Business’ Financial State and Needs for Growth |Wednesday, March 8 | 12:30p-2:30p
During 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. Participants will also learn how to examine the financial needs of their business, how to convey funding needs through a business plan, and how to make the case for the estimated repayment plan.
Facilitator: Lori Jackson, Financial Literacy Coach, MSC Coaching
There 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/174120190021902426. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Becoming Bankable - Session 3: Action Planning for the Funding Package
2023-03-09 12:30 - 14:30
Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its signature “Becoming Bankable Series: Preparing to Access Capital”, March 7-9, 12:30pm-2:30pm! This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
For small businesses, there are certain indicators that are very telling as to whether or not obtaining a traditional business loan will be possible. These include the personal credit score of the owner, time in business, profitability, debt service coverage, and collateral. In considering these factors and others, it is imperative that entrepreneurs understand how to best position themselves to access capital and what they can be doing today to advance their business closer to becoming bankable.
Session 3: Action Planning for Becoming Bankable and the Funding Package | Thursday, March 9 | 12:30p-2:30p
The 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. This session also provides participants with final guidance on developing a funding package.
This session will 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.
Facilitator: Lori Jackson, Financial Literacy Coach, MSC Coaching
There 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/3899256788834754140. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

2023 Listen and Learn Tour: New Orleans
2023-03-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Urban League of Louisiana HQ, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, 70119, United States
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2023 Listen and Learn Tour: Baton Rouge
2023-03-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Charles R. Kelly Community Center, 3535 Riley Street, Baton Rouge, LA, 70805, United States

2023 Listen and Learn Tour: Lafayette
2023-03-23 18:00 - 20:00 | University of Louisiana-Lafayette, Oliver Hall Auditorium, 301 E Lewis St., Lafayette, LA, 70503, United States

2023 Listen and Learn Tour: Lake Charles
2023-03-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 2009 North Simmons Street, Lake Charles, 70601

NOEW: A Recipe for Success - Grow Your Food Service Business!
2023-03-27 13:00 - 15:00
A Recipe for Success: Leveraging Best-in-Class Accelerator Programs to Grow Your Food Service Business
Monday, March 27, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Location: Southern Food & Beverage Museum, 1405 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113
Accelerator programs can be a game-changer for start-ups and growth stage businesses in the food service industry. During the New Orleans Entrepreneur Week’s NOEW In Your Neighborhood series, the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation and its partners will share how food service accelerators are helping diverse entrepreneurs to grow and scale their operations through guidance on food costing, operational efficiency, branding and marketing, site selection, expanding to consumer packaged goods, and more!
The event will take place on Monday, March 27th, 1:00pm-3:00pm, at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum, 1405 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113; and will highlight the PepsiCo Foundation’s Black Restaurant Accelerator Program, and feature Louisiana-based, Black-owned food service entrepreneurs who have leveraged the programs benefits to recover, grow, and sustain their operations.
This session will also feature insights from PROOF, an accelerator, incubator, and food service consulting firm based in Chattanooga, TN. Founded and led by food and beverage industry veterans, the mission of Proof is to support owners and operators in the industry through programs, resources, and community. PROOF is the Urban League of Louisiana’s partner in administering the PepsiCo Black Restaurant Accelerator Program in Louisiana.
Space is limited. Register today to reserve your seat!
NOEW 2023 Registration Requirement
In addition to signing up for this event, you must ALSO register directly for NOEW 2023 at www.noew.org. By registering for a free NOEW 2023 Access Pass – or any of the other NOEW 2023 Passes – you will be considered officially registered for this NOEW in Your Neighborhood event, and you will receive all other NOEW benefits and activities that are available through your Pass for the entire week. Register here: www.noew.org

2023 Listen and Learn Tour: Alexandria
2023-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Central Louisiana Technical Community College (CLTCC), 516 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA, 71301, United States

2023 Listen and Learn Tour: Shreveport
2023-03-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Southern University Shreveport Louisiana, Jesse N. Stone, Jr. Lecture Hall 3050 Martin Luther King Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana, 71107, United States

2023 Listen and Learn Tour: Monroe
2023-04-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Louisiana Delta Community College, 7500 Millhaven Road, Monroe, LA, 71203, United States

2023 Women in Construction Convening: Pathways to Profits
2023-04-27 08:30 - 16:00 | New Orleans Jaz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA, 70113, United States
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for the 2023 Women In Construction Convening: Pathways to Profits: Leveraging Innovation for Recovery, Growth, and Sustainability. The event takes place on Thursday, April 27, 2023, 8:30am-4:00pm, at the New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA.
We are excited to offer this dynamic event in support of women in construction across Louisiana and invite your to join us!
During the past three years, construction firms across Louisiana have been significantly impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, Hurricanes Ida and Laura, localized flooding and tornados, and the economic downturn. These events caused delays in projects, labor shortages, supply chain delays, increased material costs, and tightened insurance coverage.
Today, many of these issues are still being felt across the region. For construction owners, the need for deliberate strategies for recovery, growth, and sustainability are imperative.
During the 2023 Women in Construction Convening, participants will learn about innovative pathways to profitability that can change the trajectory of their business with a focus on risk management, technology enhancements, opportunities in sustainable buildings and green infrastructure, and much more!
This day will be packed with insights and best practices from industry experts, guest speakers, and women leaders who are excelling in the industry!
There is no cost to attend. Register today to reserve your seat!

Export Dat! Grow Your Small Business by Competing in the Global Marketplace
2023-06-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Port of New Orleans Place | Auditorium, 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, Auditorium, New Orleans, LA 70130
Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Tuesday, June 27th for “Export Dat!: Grow Your Small Business by Competing in the Global Marketplace”. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 27th, 9:00am-12:00pm, at the Port Nola Administration Building, 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA 70130.
As the number of small businesses in the US continues to rise, entrepreneurs must identify more competitive ways to scale their businesses for growth. With 96% of the world’s consumers living outside of the United States and representing two-thirds of the world’s purchasing power, going global as an exporter can offer significant growth opportunities for small business owners.
While the opportunities are evident, there are many reasons why US-based entrepreneurs do not explore doing business outside of our nation’s borders. Those reasons include fear of the unknown in other markets, perceived lack of entrepreneurial support, or the inability to understand how one’s business could operate and compete in other countries.
During this symposium-style learning opportunity, entrepreneurs will gain valuable insights on why and how doing business internationally is a strategy for growth. Attendees will also learn the fundamentals of international business, the opportunities and untapped resources that exist, and the key elements of an international business plan. The agenda will include:

Opening Remarks and Overview of the Day Agenda – Urban League of Louisiana and Other Special Guests
Welcome and Introduction from the Port Nola and Port 101 – Port Nola Representative
Why Go Global and Resources for Small Businesses Going Global – US Commercial Service New Orleans, International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce
How To Take Your Company Global and Overcoming the Challenges in International Commerce – SBA Office of International Trade
The International Business Plan – Technical Assistance Provider for International Business

There is no cost for the event, however, registration is required. Register here today to reserve your seat!

QuickBooks Online – Session 1: Get Started and Set Up the Right Way
2023-07-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center 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 3-part series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
During 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.
Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Coaching
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/59955701626036566

QuickBooks Online – Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports
2023-07-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center 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 3-part series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
During 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.
Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Coaching
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1913824665033285976

Grow with Google - S1: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
2023-07-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Session 1: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps

Facilitator: Orhan McMillan | Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023 | Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm

Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google business profile from start to finish.
In this session we’ll show you how to:
– Create or claim your Business Profile on Google
– Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
– Use Google My Business to connect with potential customers

There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regi…/4161503508871900256

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

QuickBooks Online – Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Tasks and Maintenance
2023-07-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center 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 3-part series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
During 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.
Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Coaching
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6286971635814780246

LADOTD: Strategies to Enhance Your Bonding Capacity
2023-07-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
Join the Urban League of Louisiana for “Strategies to Enhance Your Bonding Capacity”, on Thursday, July 27th, 10:00am-11:30am, online via GoToWebinar. This session is a part of ULLA’s DBE Supportive Services monthly outreach series in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.
For contractors, securing a surety bond is often an essential step in participating in public construction projects. The bonding capacity represents the maximum amount of surety credit that a contractor can obtain. A higher bonding capacity can enable contractors to bid on more significant projects, potentially leading to increased revenue and growth. This presentation explores five strategies that contractors can leverage to enhance their bonding capacity.
This session will be facilitated by Jill Tucker, CIC, CRM, Surety Agent at IUL Bonds.
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7356268684148187222

Grow with Google - S2: Learn the Basics of Google Ads
2023-07-27 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Session 2: Learn the Basics of Google Ads
Facilitator: Orhan McMillan | Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023 | Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm
In this workshop you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads.
In this session we’ll talk about:
– How to create an account and set up an ad campaign
– How to write great ads, refine keywords, and include ad extensions
– How to measure success
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regi…/1554434995578777945
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

AI Tools You Should Knowfor Small Businesses
2023-07-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Revolutionize your marketing strategy with AI-powered tools! Traditional marketing techniques can be time-consuming and expensive, often failing to effectively target specific audiences or measure campaign success and limited reach and lack of engagement hinder brand-customer connections. Fortunately, by leveraging AI marketing tools, small business leaders can overcome these challenges.
Learn to:
• Harness the latest AI tools for your small business
• Grow your business without a marketing budget
• Effectively reach and engage your target customers with your product or service

LADOTD: Access to Opportunities: How to Bid on LADOTD Projects
2023-08-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
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.

This session will be facilitated by Frank Johnson , Contractor Specialist at Urban League of Louisiana.

There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8078703898692600661?fbclid=IwAR1wmsyohJcgAnSQDwvcUro0oT652yjVnoHzbIauRIjVv0Glg9fWelaq8LQ

Grow with Google - Session 3: Make Your Website Work for You
2023-08-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Session 3: Make Your Website Work for You
Facilitator: Orhan McMillan
In this presentation, learners will discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help.
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot.
Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regi…/2730090002601588831
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Grow with Google - Session 4: Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics
2023-08-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Session 4: Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics
Facilitator: Orhan McMillan
Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions.
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot.
Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regi…/2328194313393704790
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Grow with Google - Session 5: Use YouTube to Grow Your Business
2023-08-17 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Facilitator: Orhan McMillan
Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand.
In this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for:
• Understanding different video formats
• How to setup a YouTube channel
• Making good creative, and how to target and measure the results
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot.
Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regi…/4162046667617147488
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Intermediate QuickBooks: S1 - Managing Vendors and Accounts Payable
2023-08-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Building upon the skills learned in the QuickBooks Online series, you’ll learn how to record your income and expenses, how to manage bank and credit card transactions, and how to run financial statements. Session 1: Covers how to manage your bills and record expenses in QuickBooks. As a small business owner or manager, you know that managing expenses is as important as generating sales. By the end of this QuickBooks lesson, you will be able to keep track of expenses in a couple of ways.
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for this 3-part series; which is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
During this session, participants will learn about:

Differences between using the Write Checks feature to record expenses vs. using the Enter Bill / Pay Bills feature
Paying multiple bills
Paying partial vendor bills
Paying expenses with a Credit Card

This intermediate course will help you establish a solid baseline for your accounting system.
Moderated by: Shari Taylor, Director- Urban League LA-Women’s Business Resource Center
Course Facilitator: Torey Thorpe, Owner of Abundant Tax & Business Advisors
There is no cost for the event, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat!

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7879281077620055904

Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening for DBE Contractors
2023-08-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Urban League of Louisiana HQ, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, 70119, United States
As an extension of the Urban League of Louisiana’s (ULLA) annual “Opportunities Outlook for DBE Contractors”, join us on Thursday, August 24th, 9:00am-11:00am, for the “Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening”. These quarterly, in-person meet-ups will feature three procurement officers and/or prime contractors who will provide participating DBEs with updates on bid opportunities, as well as, required steps and best practices for doing business with these organizations. These sessions will also provide an opportunity for more direct networking between DBEs and procurement officers and/or primes.
The event will take place at the Urban League of Louisiana, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue, Suite 110, New Orleans, LA 70119. Breakfast will be provided.
This quarter’s featured speakers and organizations include:
Arkebia Matthews-Johnson,MCA, Diversity Contract Compliance Manager, AECOM Hunt/AECOM Tishman
Nathan Hunter, Vice President of Preconstruction and Todd C. James, Director of Strategic Planning, Broadmoor, LLC
LaToya Martin, CCA, Small Business Program Manager, New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
There is no cost for the event, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat!

https://opp_outlook_quarterly_august2023.eventbrite.com
