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November 2016
Veteran Entrepreneurship – Part 1
The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Instructed by: Raimone Roberts
Find out more »Veteran Entrepreneurship Webinar
The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Instructed by: Raimone Roberts
Find out more »December 2016
Veteran Entrepreneurship – Part 1
The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Instructed by: Raimone Roberts
Find out more »May 2017
Veteran Entrepreneurship Series – Part 2
The series will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help with the next step in starting or growing your business or transitioning from a current activity into a formal business. Veteran Students and the community are invited to attend at no cost. REGISTER NOW Instructed by: Raimone Roberts
Find out more »June 2017
Veteran Entrepreneurship – Parts I & II with lunch speaker
Veteran Entrepreneurship Part 1 (9:30 am – 10:30 am) Break (10:30 am – 10:45 am) Veteran Entrepreneurship Part 2 (10:45 am – 11:45 am) Lunch (11:45 am) and Veteran Speaker (12:00 pm – 1:00 pm) The training will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help with the next step in starting or growing your business or transitioning from your…
Find out more »September 2017
Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Veteran Entrepreneurship #1 and #2
This series will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income, cash flow, and provide the steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help with the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Part 1 - 9:30 am - 10:30 am Break/Light Refreshments 10:30am-11:00am Part 2 - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Register Now
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – How to Start Your Business
Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don't waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea to life. How to Start Your Business - 9:30 am - 11:00 am Includes Lunch - 11:00 am - 11:30 am Analyzing Your Business Idea - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Register Now
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Business Plan
A business plan is a necessity for the success of your business! This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of goals and outline methods to achieve these goals. Critical topics such as business development, marketing plans, advertising strategies, financial analysis & budgeting will be covered. Attendees may bring a laptop to work on their business plan during the training. Business Plan - 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Includes Lunch (11:00…
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Marketing Basics & Analyzing Your Business Idea
This series will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income, cash flow and provide the steps to start a formal business. Marketing Basics (Instructor: Ben Tenn) – 10:00 am – 11:30 am - Room 325 Lunch with Speaker (Gerald Anderson) – 11:30 am – 12:15 pm - Room 326 Analyzing Your Business Idea (Instructor: Gerald Anderson) – 12:15 pm – 1:45 pm - Room 326 Register Now
Find out more »Veteran Entrepreneurship #1 and #2 – (lunch included)
This training will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help with the next step in staring or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Lunch is included. Part 1: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Includes Lunch: 11:00 am - 11:30 am Part 2: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Register Now Instructor Connie Sparks
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Protecting Inventions, Ideas, & Trade Secrets
Intellectual Property (IP) is increasingly becoming one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also becoming one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Startups, entrepreneurs, and companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create, protect and enforce their IP and related rights, as well as how to prevent or reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. This presentation will educate you on the basics of intellectual property-copyrights, trademarks,…
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Marketing Basics
This series will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income, cash flow and provide the steps to start a formal business. Marketing Basics – 9:30 am – 11:00 am Includes Lunch – 11:00 am – 11:30 am Social Media Marketing – 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Register Now
Find out more »Veteran, Military and Spouse Series – Protecting Inventions, Ideas & Trade Secrets, Analyzing Your Business Idea
Intellectual Property (IP) is increasingly becoming one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also becoming one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Startups, entrepreneurs, and companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create, protect and enforce their IP and related rights, as well as how to prevent or reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. This presentation will educate you on the basics of intellectual property-copyrights, trademarks,…
Find out more »October 2017
Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Government Contracting
The session will feature government contracting as an option for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with becoming certified to do business with the government and an overview of the process. Government Contracting – 9:30 am – 11:00 am Includes Lunch – 11:00 am – 11:30 am Finding Funding – 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Register Now
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – How to Start Your Business
Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea to life. How to Start Your Business – 10:00 am – 11:30 am Includes Lunch and Speaker (Gil Murphy) – 11:30 am – 12:00 pm Finding Funding – 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Register Now
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Business Plan
A business plan is a necessity for the success of your business! This workshop will cover all aspects of creating a business plan, as well as emphasize the importance of goals and outline methods to achieve these goals. Critical topics such as business development, marketing plans, advertising strategies, financial analysis & budgeting will be covered. Attendees may bring a laptop to work on their business plan during the training. Business Plan – 10:00 am – 1:30 pm Includes Lunch (11:30…
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Government Contracting
The session will feature government contracting as an option for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with becoming certified to do business with the government and an overview of the process. Government Contracting – 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Includes Lunch – 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm Register Now
Find out more »Veterans, Military and Spouse Series – Protecting Inventions, Ideas, & Trade Secrets
Intellectual Property (IP) is increasingly becoming one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also becoming one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Startups, entrepreneurs, and companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create, protect and enforce their IP and related rights, as well as how to prevent or reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. This presentation will educate you on the basics of intellectual property-copyrights, trademarks,…
Find out more »September 2018
Veteran Webinar Series – Entrepreneurship Part 1
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Veteran Webinar Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 1 topics: Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur Types of Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurship Economic Impact Find Out How Entrepreneurial You Are Determine How to Proceed with Your Business Idea Register Now
Find out more »October 2018
Veteran Webinar Series – Entrepreneurship Part 2
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. The Veteran Webinar Entrepreneurship Series is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. Session 2 topics: Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch Identify Business Structures Discuss Key Marketing, Sales, and Financial Issues Register Now
Find out more »Veteran Webinar Series – Analyzing Your Business Idea
Thinking about a few business ideas? Have an idea you would like to explore? Learn about the next steps to take: Learn how to determine if there is a market for your idea Learn how to evaluate competitors Learn how to develop a SWOT Analysis How much money will I need to start? How much money will I need to cover expenses? How much do I need to sell to generate a profit? Register Now
Find out more »Veteran Webinar Series – How to Start Your Business
Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea life. Register Now
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