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Small Business Certifications Workshop

8/4/2009 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Innovation Center
“SMALL BUSINESS CERTIFICATIONS” Workshop     WORKSHOP OVERVIEW:     This workshop will answer the following questions:  What does it mean to be “certified”? Do I qualify? Why do I need to be certified? Who requires which certifications? How do I become certified? What is a Certificate of Responsibility and how do I get one?   This workshop will provide detailed information on the various certifications for use in pursuing fede...
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SBA Loan Clinic

8/6/2009 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Learn about the different loan products the U.S. Small Business Administration has available for businesses.

This event will take place the first Thursday of each month

Location: contact the SBA for details

Fee: FREE

To register or for complete details: Contact an SBA representative at 228.863.4449

 

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Let's Find a Deal

8/6/2009 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Innovation Center
LET'S FIND A DEAL Have a business idea? Wonder how to analyze the idea for revenue potential? This seminar helps entreprenenurs understand the processes to use to conceptualize and analyze a business idea into a business venture. Once an entrepreneur understands the process of analyzing a business venture, they are able to repeat the process until they find a successful business venture. The seminar is taught by a person who has analyzed hundreds of business ideas, and started and sold multiple...
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Entrepreneurship 101

8/7/2009 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Jackson County Small Business Incubator
The Jackson County Small Business Incubator, a project of the Institute for Compatible Development, is proud to announc the following training opportunity: ENTREPRENEURSHIP 101 Monday, June 8, 2009 at 10 am - 12 noon Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 6 pm - 8 pm Friday, August 7, 2009 at 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Please call Janice Mabry at 228.475.3341 or 228.875.3227 to register for this free program to be held at the facility at 4836 Main Street, Moss Point, MS 39563.  (Parking available in the r...
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First Steps to Starting a Business

8/13/2009 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Innovation Center
FIRST STEPS TO STARTING A BUSINESS This workshop cover small business basics; how to obtain a business license, building/zoning permits, taxes, ownership structure, marketing ideas, business plan essentials and more.   Speaker(s): Teresa Speir This workshop is held the 2nd Thursday of every month. To register visit www.mssbdc.org and select "Workshop Schedule" on the left side of the web page.  You may also contact 228.396.8661 or gcsbdc@olemiss.edu.
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Northrop Grumman's Socio-Economic Business Program's SD-VOSB

8/18/2009 12:00 AM - 8/19/2009 12:00 AM
  You are cordially invited to attend the Northrop Grumman's Socio-Economic Business Program's SD-VOSB & VOSB, HUBZone, SDB, WOSB, IT, ANC Outreach Event on August 19, 2009 at 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Imperial Palace (IP) Hotel & Casino, 850 Bay View Avenue, Biloxi, MS. A reception will be held 6 p.m. to 8p.m. on August 18, 2009 at the IP. The SD- VOSB & VOSB, HUBZone, SDB, WOSB, IT, ANC Outreach Event will provide insight on networking and procurement opportunities withi...
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Jackson County Chamber Industrial Supplier Meeting

8/19/2009 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The Jackson County Industrial Suppliers Association (ISA) is sponsored by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of this association is to bring large and small businesses together to build long term relationships within the community. This association provides opportunities for networking and passing on knowledge of best practices. Communicating a vision can drive change, build future leaders and create potential growth and new opportunities for companies. Programs are designed ...
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AMMSDC's Annual Awards Gala and Business Opportunity Fair

8/20/2009 12:00 PM - 8/21/2009 4:00 PM
Arkansas-Mississippi Minority Supplier Development Council 2009 Awards Gala & Business Opportunity Fair Play Your Cards Right! When: August 20th & 21st Where: Harrah's Casino Tunica, Mississippi Get the Tools you Need to ensure that your business has a winning hand More Information? (501)374-7026\ www.AMMSDC.org\ info@ammsdc.org Contact AMMSDC 415 Main Street — Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone 501.374.7026 — Fax 501.371-0409 Email info@ammsdc.org AMMSDC Schedule09
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Tips on Writing a Winning Business Plan

8/20/2009 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Innovation Center
TIPS ON WRITING A WINNING BUSINESS PLAN Workshop will cover topics on the business plans do's & don'ts, tips, the length, the contents, resources, marketing research, and more. Speaker(s): Teresa Speir This workshop is held the 3rd Thursday of each month. To register visit www.mssbdc.org and select "Workshop Schedule" on the left side of the web page.  You may also contact 228.396.8661 or gcsbdc@olemiss.edu.
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Subcontractor Outreach Event

8/24/2009 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Subcontractor Outreach Event
5 PM to 8 PM Registration opens at 5 PM; Program starts at 6 PM. Location Jackson Marriott Downtown 200 East Amite Street Jackson, MS 39201 Hotel Tel: (601) 969-5100 Meeting Room: Windsor III Before you arrive Admission is free in exchange for your business card. Please bring copies of any brochures, business cards, or other capability statements you may wish to share. Please note there are no copying services available at the event. Event overview Skanska has bee...
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Key Marketing Concepts for the Small Business

8/26/2009 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
Come Join the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce for our Summer Learning Series! “Key Marketing Concepts for the Small Business” Join in on this free informational series!  It will be held in a “lunch and learn” format, and participants should bring along a brown bag or take-out from any of our fine local restaurants.  Each session will address fundamental marketing concepts and strategies for small business owners aimed at building revenue through challenging economic times and ...
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Financing Your Startup Business or Expansion

8/27/2009 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Innovation Center
FINANCING YOUR STARTUP BUSINESS OR EXPANSION This workshop will explore ways to finance your business, from SBA Guaranty loans, Planning & Development District financing, how to compare financing sources, what a lender wants in a business plan/proposal, & how your credit score impact your ability to secure financing for your business. This workshop is held the 4th Thursday of each month. Speaker(s): Teresa Speir, Judi Adcock, & George Eyrich To register visit www.mssbdc.org and...
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Registration for 1st Annual Business Conference for Women and Minorities

8/31/2009 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
1st Annual Business Conference for Women and Minorities
Delta State University’s Center for Community & Economic Development   College of Business’ Small Business Development Center   Office of Procurement & Auxiliary   & AmeriCorps* VISTA Project A.S.S.E.T.S.     Cordially invite you to attend   The 1st Annual Business Conference for Women & Minorities Wednesday, September 9, 2009 8:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m. H. L. Nowell Student Union Building  State Room Delta State Universit...
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The 1-2-3's of Business Plan Writing

8/31/2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jackson County Small Business Incubator
The Jackson County Small Business Incubator, a project of the Institute for Compatible Development, is proud to announc the following training opportunity: THE 1-2-3's OF BUSINESS PLAN WRITING Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 6 pm - 8 pm Monday, July 20, 2009 at 10 am - 12 noon Monday, August 31, 2009 at 6 pm - 8 pm Please call Janice Mabry at 228.475.3341 or 228.875.3227 to register for this free program to be held at the facility at 4836 Main Street, Moss Point, MS 39563.  (Parking availa...
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