Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Thursday, October 26, 10:00am-11:30am, for “Developing an Effective Capabilities Statement”. This virtual session is a part of a series of monthly events in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s DBE Supportive Services program. With an increase in the number of viable contractors available to support public and private projects, contracting across the region is now more competitive than ever. However, the critical factors are the same. Procurement leads need to understand your capabilities, your value proposition, cost competitiveness, and how well you have performed on previous projects. But, with a sea of contenders, these elements need to be even more clearly and effectively conveyed than ever before. As a contractor, your capability statement serves as your business card and should set your apart from your competitors. It is a tool that will show potential clients how your achievements, core competencies, accreditations, financial health, and experience will create value for their projects. During this interactive workshop, participants will learn the key components of a capabilities statement and will be given guidance on crafting these elements to fit their business model and offerings. There is no cost to attend. However, registration is […]

Using AI to Transform Your Social Media Presence Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Wednesday, October 25, 12:00pm-1:30pm, online, to learn how AI can transform your business’ social media presence! From automated content creation to competitor analysis, discover how AI tools and techniques are revolutionizing the digital world. During this session, Cliff Worley, Senior Director of Portfolio Growth Marketing at Kapor Capital, will provide insights on how entrepreneurs can leverage AI to: - Produce realistic audio content to strengthen podcasts, music, and voiceovers - Reshape visual storytelling through enhanced videos, from deepfakes to automated editing - Automate content creation, striking a balance between efficiency and authentic storytelling - Craft stunning visuals for design, art, and branding - Boost social media engagement with content suggestions tailored to user behavior and preferences - Provide in-depth competitive analysis and insights into market trends to support strategy development Register today to explore these topics and to see live demos of cutting-edge tools that can help you explore the exciting intersection of AI and social media! There is no cost to attend. However, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3202187312192699226

Join Urban League of Louisiana for Wealth Building Wednesdays! This monthly webinar series is designed to provide communities across Louisiana with insights, tools, and practical steps to develop healthy financial habits, become financially independent, effectively manage risks, and chart a pathway towards generational wealth creation. Sessions take place on Wednesdays each month, 6:00pm-7:30pm. Register today to reserve your spot… and share with a friend or family member! One of the most critical factors in obtaining a home mortgage, a small business loan, a car loan, or any other type of loan is a healthy credit score and credit history. Whether you are building credit for the first time, repairing bad credit, or simply improving your credit score, taking the necessary steps to get your credit in a good place could mean the difference between loan approval or denial. Join Urban League of Louisiana for “Wealth Building Wednesdays: Building, Repairing, and Improving Your Credit” on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 6:00pm-7:30pm, online. During this session, representatives from Chase will provide attendees with essential steps for getting your credit in order. Don’t let fear, anxiety, and procrastination stop you from preparing yourself to access capital. Featured Speakers: - Diana Holmes, Community Manager, J.P. […]