Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its new “WIN Series for Entrepreneurs”. This 4-part series is designed for aspiring and existing small business owners who are looking to develop key entrepreneurial skills that can be leveraged to start, grow, and scale their business. This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. In this highly competitive, digital age of social media, digital marketing, and now even AI, building brand equity through compelling connections and storytelling can take your brand to new heights, especially for smaller, younger brands who are just getting their footing. A great brand ambassador is someone who understands what your brand stands for, who believes in your brand and is thrilled to spread the word. As your business’ founder and the product’s creator, you should be your brand’s number one ambassador. During this session, you will learn: How to identify your unique communication style and how to use it to inform AND influence The art of story and how to use it to sell, tell and show results How to deliver concise answers to “What do you do and What can you do for me?” that create compelling conversations and close […]

Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its new “WIN Series for Entrepreneurs”. This 4-part series is designed for aspiring and existing small business owners who are looking to develop key entrepreneurial skills that can be leveraged to start, grow, and scale their business. This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. One of the major challenges that most small businesses face is knowing how to properly price its products and services to ensure increased sales and profitability. While there are several factors to consider, such as understanding your customers, costs, and competition, it is imperative that entrepreneurs “do the work” to determine their optimal pricing strategy. During this session, small businesses will learn key strategies and tactics to guide them in positioning and pricing their services for profit. Attendees will learn: The 4 types of pricing strategies for service-based businesses and when to use which ones How to actually know when it’s time to increase your prices The profit-building way to offer incentives without discounting This session will be facilitated by Desiree Young, Founder and President, VentureWalk Business Partners and WinFish. This series is sponsored by the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging […]

Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its signature “Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening”. These quarterly, in-person meet-ups feature procurement officers and/or prime contractors who will provide DBEs and other diverse businesses with updates on bid opportunities, as well as, required steps and best practices for doing business with their organizations. These events 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. Breakfast will be provided. This quarter’s featured speakers and organizations include: Paula Roddy, DOTD Program Director, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Lauren Marshall, Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Woodward Design + Build Jean-Marc Villain, System Director of Supplier Inclusion & Community, Ochsner Health Paige Adams, Director, Business Development – Member Diversity Offerings, Vizient, Inc. There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!