Protégé Chattanooga is a nine month team-based mentoring program in which early and mid-career professionals build lifelong networks while learning from local executives and their peers. Protégé offers two cohorts, day and evening, that will be made up of 12 future leaders each. The program begins with an orientation and reception in August, sessions begin in September and ends with graduation […]
Minority Business Roundtable Kicks Off “Start up, Stay up, Scale up” Roundtable Monthly Series for Minority Owned Businesses Kicks off February 28 Chattanooga, Tenn. (Monday, Feb. 14) — The Start Up, Stay Up, Scale Up, Minority Business Owners Roundtables will kick off on Feb. 28 to address topics each month that focus on the three major […]
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IT'S FREE REGISTER HERE! During this Women’s History Month, you have a free chance to hear from some of the city’s top leaders, who will speak about how they made their ways up the corporate ladder. This will be The Company Lab’s first in-person Stay Savvy event since we launched the series, which means you can literally rub […]
Topic: Marketing and Sales Do you want to sell your product or service to large organizations in the Chattanooga area? Drop-in on March 30th from 10am-2pm at the Hamilton County Business Development Center for a Procurement EXPO hosted by the TSBDC of Chattanooga. Attendees will be able to connect with procurement professionals, lenders, and assistance […]
Facilitated by TSBDC at RSCC - Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce Topic: Business Basics The Business Model Canvas is a strategic management template used for developing new business models and documenting existing ones. It offers a visual chart with elements describing a firm's or product's value proposition, infrastructure, customers, and finances, assisting businesses to align their […]
LIVE EVENT (ONLINE) DURATION: 1 Hour DATE & TIME: March 31, 2022, 1:00pm EDT FEE: Free EVENT LANGUAGE: English Register Now Join this webinar, where presenter Steve Goldstein shares innovative and creative ways to engage your customers and achieve greater sales success. As VP of Sales for a $15 billion medical supply company, Steve will share some critical strategies and […]
Facilitated by Murfreesboro | TSBDC of Middle Tennessee State University Do you dream of leaving your 9 to 5 job to start your own business? Look Before You Leap: What you need to know before you leave your day job to start a business. People often dream of becoming their own boss, picturing themselves triumphantly giving […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Managing a Business Join the staff of the Women’s Business Center (WBC) South during an interactive virtual session to learn “All About” the services and resources available to Women Business Enterprises through this Memphis-based WBC. Participants will learn about upcoming events, coaching services, business management training opportunities, […]
LIVE EVENT (ONLINE) DURATION: 1 Hour DATE & TIME: April 5, 2022, 1:00pm EDT FEE: Free EVENT LANGUAGE: English Register Now Building your business sometimes takes more than just smarts and hard work - it takes money. What do investors look for? Where do I find them? What are the do's and don'ts when approaching investors? What are the […]
LIVE EVENT (ONLINE) DURATION: 1 Hour DATE & TIME: April 7, 2022, 1:00pm EDT FEE: Free EVENT LANGUAGE: English Register Now It’s no secret that customers are the lifeblood of your business, and connecting with them is crucial to your long-term success. While digital channels and tools make it easier to reach a larger audience than ever before, the […]
Online Webinar Hosted by TSBDC at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office Online Topic: Disaster Mitigation As a precursor to the Russian invasion of Ukraine that began earlier this year, the modern day equivalent of this type of disruption began … Cybersecurity attacks. These Russian, state level attacks focused initially on government and banking websites and networks to […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Managing a Business Leveraging WBE/WOSB certification in the current sales and client management environment has opened up opportunities for WBEs with corporate partners, WBE2WBE business, access to scholarships, participation in pitch events, doing business with other WBEs and so much more! By attending the session you will […]
Facilitated by TSBDC at East Tennessee State University - Main Office Topic: Government Contracting The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services will present this program, which is designed to introduce the business owner or manager to the diversity of government purchasing. Participants will learn how to navigate the governmental contracting process and bid successfully in […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Cleveland State Community College Topic: Government Contracting The introductory course outlines everything you need to know about government contracting, and how to be successful in today’s procurement marketplace. In this comprehensive course, attendees will learn how to do business with the government and will review the entire federal procurement process, from start […]
Facilitated by TSBDC of Chattanooga Topic: Business Accounting and Budget In this class, you will learn how to use the most underutilized (and coolest) features in QuickBooks Online, along with recently added features. There are new features being added each month, such as MailChimp integration! There will be time for Q&A at the end of the […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Volunteer State Community College Topic: Marketing and Sales This workshop is designed to give you a real world approach for marketing your business! 1. Fine tune your focus 2. Who are your customers 3. Competitive advantage 4. Marketing message and promotion 5. Schedule your activities and track your progress You will leave […]
Online Facilitated by TSBDC at Pellissippi State Community College: Located in Market Square! Topic: Government Contracting The introductory course outlines everything you need to know about government contracting, and how to be successful in today’s procurement marketplace. In this comprehensive course, attendees will learn how to do business with the government and will review the entire […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Cleveland State Community College Topic: Government Contracting The introductory course outlines everything you need to know about government contracting, and how to be successful in today’s procurement marketplace. In this comprehensive course, attendees will learn how to do business with the government and will review the entire federal procurement process, from start […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Cleveland State Community College Topic: Government Contracting The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services will present this program, which is designed to introduce the business owner or manager to the diversity of government purchasing. Participants will learn how to navigate the governmental contracting process and bid successfully in the government marketplace. […]
Facilitated by TSBDC of Chattanooga Topic: Managing a Business In this one-hour Q&A session, you have access to an attorney and can ask your business-related legal questions at no-cost. Speaker: Chuck Fisher (Grant, Konvalinka, and Harrison P.C.) Fee: No Cost Register Online
Online Facilitated by TSBDC @ Cleveland State Community College Topic: Business Accounting and Budget Bookkeeping professionals will review the rules about what receipts to keep and for how long. We will show you how to attach them in QBO and best practices for keeping receipts. Plenty of time for Q&A at the end. Speaker(s): Lynn Talbott, […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Cleveland State Community College Topic: Government Contracting The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services will present this program, which is designed to introduce the business owner or manager to the diversity of government purchasing. Participants will learn how to navigate the governmental contracting process and bid successfully in the government marketplace. […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Customer Relations On behalf of your friends at the Ascension Parish Library and Cumberland Business Incubator. Learn how customers find your business online and how to promote your business using Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Smart Campaigns in Google Ads. In this live webinar, I will discuss […]
Register Now So you have finally started to see consistent profits. The next step is to learn money management strategies that improve your business's cash flow. Join us for this LIVE Q&A session with expert presenter Justin Krane, dedicated to answering your questions. In this webinar, we will answer questions about: Pricing How to set […]
Facilitated by TSBDC at RSCC - Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce Topic: Business Basics The Business Model Canvas is a strategic management template used for developing new business models and documenting existing ones. It offers a visual chart with elements describing a firm's or product's value proposition, infrastructure, customers, and finances, assisting businesses to align their […]
Register Now Do you have a product that’s ready to go to market? Is this your year to persuade buyers to put your product in their stores or maybe you’re ready to secure an angel investment? This webinarwill help you master the art of persuasion and learn how to pitch your product or business to potential […]
TSBDC @ Cleveland State Community College Technology Building T116 Topic: Start-up Assistance Are you interested in starting your own food-based business, such as a restaurant or food truck? Sarah Hefner, who inspects food establishments in Bradley and Polk counties, will give an introduction to the many rules and regulations required to be in compliance. There will […]
Facilitated by Murfreesboro | TSBDC of Middle Tennessee State University Topic: Managing Employees People Matter. You may be a small business owner, but you have all the ingredients to be a preferred employer in your community. In this session, we will discuss how your business can train and retain top talent. Human resources does not have […]
CO.LAB and Society of Work are inviting you to join us for a one of a kind lunch and learn. About this event CO.LAB and Society of Work are inviting you to join us for a one of a kind lunch and learn. Come meet local entrepreneurs, business owners, coworkers, business support organizations and more in this casual […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Managing a Business On behalf of your friends at the Southeastern Louisiana University SBDC, Cumberland Business Incubator, and Mercer County Chamber of Commerce. Discover Google tools that can help business owners work and manage their business during this time of uncertainty. Plus, get insights on more online […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Start-up Assistance On behalf of your friends at OneZone Chamber of Commerce, SCORE Northeast Indiana, BBB Serving Middle TN and Southern KY, and Lake Havasu Chamber of Commerce. In this live webinar, learners will discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports […]
Online Webinar Hosted by TSBDC at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office Online Topic: Disaster Mitigation Put the internet to work for your business instead of against it. The internet favors local companies. In this workshop, you'll learn the three phases of local marketing and how to apply them. I created this workshop to give local companies a […]
Facilitated by Murfreesboro | TSBDC of Middle Tennessee State University Dr. Paris will share organizing tips to get you organized in 30 days or less along with strategies and systems for getting and staying clutter-free. We will cover the various areas of your space with easy and simple tips for each. When you follow the daily […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Start-up Assistance Brought to you by your friends at Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation, Kentucky Small Business Development Center in London, SOAR (Shaping Our Appalachian Region), and Morehead State University I Small Business Development Center. Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Start-up Assistance Brought to you by your friends at Maysville Chamber of Commerce. Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions. The more the merrier. Please help us promote our webinar by sharing […]
Facilitated by Murfreesboro | TSBDC of Middle Tennessee State University Contracting with the Federal Government can open the door to many opportunities for your small business and can aid your business' growth. Learn the steps in the process to obtain contract opportunities and your responsibilities as a Contractor. This seminar covers the basics of government contracting, […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Business Basics Brought to you by your friends at Maysville Chamber of Commerce. Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions. The more the merrier. Please help us promote our webinar by sharing […]
Register Now Filing an LLC provides small businesses with some of the advantages of incorporating, while preserving simplicity through minimal compliance formalities. For example, business owners who operate LLCs aren’t personally liable for business debts. But is that benefit alone enough to form an LLC for your business? Join Nellie Akalp, CEO and Founder of […]
Facilitated by TSBDC @ Southwest Tennessee Community College Topic: Start-up Assistance Brought to you by your friends at Maysville Chamber of Commerce. Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions. The more the merrier. Please help us promote our webinar by sharing […]
Monetizing Your Side Hustle It’s essential for small business owners, self-employed individuals, and entrepreneurs to know the right way to get paid for your services and grow your business. Over the past few years, Venmo, PayPal, and other transactional apps have created almost a “wild west” atmosphere — while these apps are great for reimbursing […]