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

Intermediate QuickBooks: S2 - Managing Customers and Accounts Receivables
2023-08-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for its 3-part series “Intermediate QuickBooks”, sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
Session 2: Managing Customers and Accounts Receivables will take place on Monday, August 28th, 5:30pm-7:30pm, online via GoToWebinar. During this session, participants will learn how to manage downloaded banking transactions, how to enter banking transactions manually, and how to use the reconcile tool for these transactions.
Participants will also receive guidance on:
– Receiving multiple customer payments to deposit
– Receiving partial customer deposits
– Applying discounts and write-offs to open invoices
– Understanding features in the Customer Center
– Understanding Undeposited Funds
– Producing Customer Statements
Moderated by: Shari Taylor, Director, Urban League of Louisiana, Women’s Business Resource Center
Course Facilitator: Torey Thorpe, Owner, Abundant Tax & Business Advisors
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3540170588788256597

Intermediate QuickBooks: S3 - Account Reconciliation
2023-08-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for its 3-part series “Intermediate QuickBooks”, sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development and the U.S. Economic Development Administration.
Session 3: Account Reconciliation will take place on Wednesday, August 30th, 5:30pm-7:30pm, online via GoToWebinar.
During this session, participants will learn the importance and significance of reconciling bank and credit card statements, including:
– Entering accounting data straight in the register
– Reconciling a Bank account
– Reconciling a Credit Card statement
– Making Bank Transfers with multiple bank accounts
– Working with Petty Cash Accounts
Moderated by: Shari Taylor, Director, Urban League of Louisiana, Women’s Business Resource Center
Course Facilitator: Torey Thorpe, Owner, Abundant Tax & Business Advisors
There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4919466144391582560

2023 Empowerment & Policy Conference
2023-09-07 - 2023-09-08 | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
RSVP and learn more at https://boundless.urbanleaguela.org/
The conference is FREE to attend, but space will be limited.

Gubernatorial Debate Watch Party
2023-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Join us at the Ernst N. Morial Convention Center for a watch party of the televised Gubernatorial Debate at 7pm on Thursday, September 7.
Learn more and RSVP today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gubernatorial-debate-watch-party-tickets-695403188657?aff=oddtdtcreator

2023 Gala
2023-09-09 | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
RSVP and learn more at https://www.urbanleaguela.org/85.

Green Professional Building Skills: Construction Management
2023-09-12 13:00 - 2023-09-14 17:00 | Virtual
Join the Urban League of Louisiana for “GRPO Construction Management” on Tuesday and Thursday, September 12th and 14th, 1:00pm-5:00pm each day. This training is a part of Green Professional Building Skills (GPRO) curriculum created and sourced by the Urban Green Council, the New York affiliate of the U.S. Green Building Council.
In GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green, students will learn how to see buildings differently and understand foundational strategies that make them efficient, healthy and resilient.
Who Should Attend:
This course is ideal for anyone who needs a better understanding of high-performance building, including:

Sales or administrative staff who work in real estate, construction, architecture or engineering.
Workforce development providers
Facilities and operations staff
College students interested in entering the building or construction industry

What Students Learn:

The relationship between buildings and climate change
Basic elements of green, high-performance construction and building operations
Roles of trades on high-performance job sites
Energy-consuming building systems and a high-level overview of strategies to reduce building energy use

Instructor: Sonji White, Project Manager, Construction Services, Vanir
This course is sponsored by the New Orleans Business Alliance and Chase Advancing Cities. There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required.
Register today to reserve your spot! Once registered via Eventbrite, accepted participants will be sent links to join for each day.
https://gpro_construction_sept2023.eventbrite.com
GPRO Fundamentals qualifies for 4 AIA and GBCI CE Credits.

Connect to Capital: State Small Business Credit Initiative
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Join the Urban League of Louisiana and Louisiana Economic Development virtually on Wednesday, September 13, 12:00pm-1:30pm, for “Connect to Capital: What Louisiana’s Small Businesses Need to Know about the State Small Business Credit Initiative”.
SSBCI is a $10 billion federal program that helps states support small businesses and startups that are creditworthy but unable to access the capital they need to grow or establish their businesses and create jobs. U.S. Treasury guidelines ensure that very small businesses (VSBs) with fewer than 10 and no more than 499 employees and small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SEDIs) will receive critical resources to sustainably grow and thrive.
LED, via the Louisiana Economic Development Corporation (LEDC), is working with private equity funds and financial institutions to disburse SSBCI funds via equity, micro lending, collateral support and loan guaranty programs. The loan programs make it easier for businesses to borrow money by providing collateral support to borrowers, loan guarantees to lenders, and funding for micro loans. Equity programs connect start-ups, early-stage and expanding small businesses with funds to invest in the business.
During this session, small businesses in Louisiana will learn:

SSBSI programs offered
Eligibility criteria
Financial institutions in Louisiana offering SSBCI programs
Steps for a successful application
How to apply

Presenters: Louisiana Economic Development’s SSBCI Team:

Shamelda Pete, Business Development Officer
Marissa Doin, Business Development Officer
Susan Bigner, Business Development Officer

There is no cost to attend this session, however, registration is required. Register today to learn more about this exciting program made just for small businesses!
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8355300343306528347

Louisiana Black & Brown Voter Registration Day 2023
2023-09-16 | LA
Urban League of Louisiana and Southern Poverty Law Center in partnership with League of Women Voters Louisiana, Black Voters Matter, Power Coalition, and Voice of the Experienced look to galvanize groups across the state with a nonpartisan 2023 Louisiana Black & Brown Voter Registration Day on Saturday, September 16, 2023.
This statewide effort will be concentrated in seven (7) targeted cities: Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, New Orleans, Monroe & Shreveport. The goal of this nonpartisan effort across the state is to register as many Black and Brown voters as possible, educate voters on their registration status, and highlight the collective voting power of marginalized communities in our state ahead of the 2023 Gubernatorial Election and the 2024 Congressional Elections.
Organizations and groups are invited to sign up to participate in one or more target cities. Participating organizations will receive training and education on voter engagement laws in Louisiana, as well as strategies and resources to aid in its voter registration efforts on the day of action.
This voter registration initiative builds upon the strong advocacy by nonprofit and legislative leaders in the State Capitol and courts to ensure fair redistricting, fair voting maps, and equitable access to voting throughout the state.
Learn more and sign up to volunteer today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/louisiana-black-brown-voter-registration-day-2023-tickets-690215943467?aff=oddtdtcreator

Built to Last - S1: Building a Scalable, Agile, and Resilient Business
2023-09-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Best Western Plus Westbank, 1700 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA, 70058, United States
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation this September for “Built to Last: Uncovering the Financial Potential of Your Small Business”. Sessions take place September 18th, 20th, 25th, and 27th, 5:30pm-8:00pm, at the Best Western Plus Westbank, 1700 Lapalco Blvd, Harvey, LA, 70058. This special series is sponsored by the SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program in collaboration with the National Urban League.
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.
WHAT YOU 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
– During this session, entrepreneurs will gain insights on how to develop a strategy and plan of action to build operational leverage, flexibility, and sustainability.
Facilitator: Desiree Young, Founder, VentureWalk
Space is limited. Register today to reserve your seat!
https://builttolast-s1_sept2023.eventbrite.com

Introduction to UDA ConstructionOnline
2023-09-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Urban League of Louisiana HQ, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, 70119, United States
The latest evolution of UDA’s top-rated online construction management software, ConstructionOnline 2023, delivers hundreds of new updates and enhancements, alongside world-class construction estimating, scheduling, and project management solutions – optimized to deliver meaningful ROI to professional construction companies.
Join us on Wednesday, September 20, 9:00am-12:00pm, at Urban League of Louisiana, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue, Suite 110, New Orleans, LA 70119.
During this session, participants will learn how ConstructionOnline 2023 can power your company’s success, including how you can:
Stand out from the competition with unlimited styling options for fully customized proposals from the brand-new OnPoint™ Proposal Wizard
Track profits, delays, and more at-a-glance with the latest information through Project Health Dashboards
Power-up project schedules with SmartLink™ – connect Schedule Tasks & To Dos to provide the ultimate in detail and direction for your team
Get detailed insights into predicted cash inflow and outflow with new TrueVision™ Cash Flow Reports
Find what you’re looking for in a flash with the new, platform-wide Search, Filter, and Sort options
Optimize efficiency and avoid mitigate conflicts with ResourceTrak™ and enhanced trade-based resource management
This workshop will be facilitated by Frank Johnson, III, Senior Business Advisor and Contractor Specialist at the Urban League of Louisiana. Laptops are required for this session.
There is no cost for the event, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat!
https://introtoUDAconstruction_sept2023.eventbrite.com

Built to Last - S2: Pricing for Profit
2023-09-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Best Western Plus Westbank, 1700 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA, 70058, United States
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation this September for “Built to Last: Uncovering the Financial Potential of Your Small Business”. Sessions take place September 18th, 20th, 25th, and 27th, 5:30pm-8:00pm, at the Best Western Plus Westbank, 1700 Lapalco Blvd, Harvey, LA, 70058. This special series is sponsored by the SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program in collaboration with the National Urban League.
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.
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.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
– Types of pricing strategies for service-based and product-based businesses and when to use them
– How to actually know when it’s time to increase your prices
– The profit-building way to offer incentives without discounting
– During this session, small businesses will learn key strategies and tactics to guide them in positioning and pricing their products and services for profit.
Facilitator: Desiree Young, Founder, VentureWalk
Space is limited. Register today to reserve your seat!
https://builttolast-s2_sept2023.eventbrite.com

Built to Last - S3: Revenue Models and Metrics
2023-09-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Best Western Plus Westbank, 1700 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA, 70058, United States
Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation this September for “Built to Last: Uncovering the Financial Potential of Your Small Business”. Sessions take place September 18th, 20th, 25th, and 27th, 5:30pm-8:00pm, at the Best Western Plus Westbank, 1700 Lapalco Blvd, Harvey, LA, 70058. This special series is sponsored by the SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program in collaboration with the National Urban League.
It is imperative that small businesses implement the right revenue model to support their business goals. A revenue model lays out the process by which your business makes money. It is a system design in which a business makes money from the solutions, products and services that it provides – all of which provides value to your customers.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
– The importance of implementing the right revenue model
– Types of revenue models
– How to diversify your revenue streams
– During this session, small businesses will learn the importance of implementing the right revenue model, types of revenue models, and how to diversify your revenue streams.
Facilitator: Lori Jackson, Financial Literacy Coach, MSC Coaching
Space is limited. Register today to reserve your seat!
https://builttolast-s3_sept2023.eventbrite.com
