SCORE: Start 2024 Strong with These Small Business Workshops
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has January webinars and live presentations to give you the tools to help your small business.
Small Business Essential Series–Evening Edition (Fee)
This 3-part series was developed to prepare you to make the decisions and plans needed to successfully launch and promote your business.
This live event webinar series begins Jan. 11. You can register for the series or for individual webinars. The series registration fee is $45, or you can sign up for free with a discount code from a SCORE mentor.
Don’t have a mentor? Request one now.
All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. Webinars start at 7 PM.
• Creating a Quick Business Plan (01/11/2024 7-8:30 pm)
• Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan (01/17/2024 7-8:30 pm)
• Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business (01/18/2024 7-8:30 pm)
Bonus for Series registrants! Receive access to these two previously recorded SBE webinars:
• Setting Up a New Business Entity
• Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
All registrants will receive access to the recorded webinar following each of the live events. If you must miss a session, you can watch it later.
Click here to register for the series.
Click here to register for individual webinars.
Federal Government Market Series (Fee)
In this 2-part webinar series starting Jan. 16, 12 to 1:30 PM, learn what’s required to be a federal supplier, how to register as a federal small business, where to find opportunities, and how to market your product/service to prime contractors.
If you are not already selling your product or service to the federal government, you may be missing out on a major market opportunity.
In these two webinars, you will learn what’s required to be a federal supplier, how to register as a federal small business, where to find opportunities, and how to market your product/service to prime contractors.
Register one to attend both sessions.
The series registration fee is $40, or you can sign up for free with a discount code from a SCORE mentor.
Don’t have a mentor? Request one now.
-Registering to Sell to the Federal Government Market (01/16/2024 12-1:30 PM)
-Selling to the Federal Government Market (01/23/2024 12-1:30 PM)
Both webinars are taught by SCORE expert business mentor and retired Northrop Grumman executive Karen Williams.
All registrants will receive access to the recorded webinar following each of the live events. If you must miss a session, you can watch it later.
Click here to register for the series.
Click here to register for individual webinars.
Free webinars in January
How To Start A Business Using A Free SCORE Mentor
On Jan. 11, at 1 PM, hear real success stories from SCORE Mentors as well as the clients that they helped.
Starting a small business is always challenging, especially if you lack business experience. At SCORE, there are free expert business mentors who can help you start, grow, and succeed in your dream of small business ownership.
You’ll learn about:
- How a SCORE mentor can help you start and grow your business.
- How to find the right mentor for your business using SCORE’s extensive, nationwide network of business experts.
- How SCORE mentorship works and how having a SCORE mentor on your side sets your new business up for success.
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenters
Mark Krosse and Cynthia Rhodes are both SCORE Mentors.
How To Start an Online Store – An E-commerce Business Guide
Learn how to build a thriving e-commerce business at this free webinar Jan. 9 at 1 PM.
Join up to dive into the essential elements of starting and managing an online store. Whether you’re an entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to expand online, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge needed to create a thriving e-commerce business.
An expert presenter will help ensure your online store is set up for long-term success by guiding you through building and growing an e-commerce business.
You’ll learn:
- How to research your product idea
- How to select a platform
- How to create a website
- How to get your first sale
- How to measure success (KPIs)
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Amber Jackson is founder and CEO of Hyper Harvest LLC.
The Corporate Transparency Act – What Small Businesses Need To Know
Find out the new compliance rules for small businesses in 2024 at this free webinar Jan. 10 at 1 PM.
Whether you’re considering starting a business or are already a business owner, you need to be aware of The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which introduces new compliance requirements for small businesses in 2024.
In this webinar, we’ll break down the key provisions of the CTA, the purpose of this new law and how it might impact your business. We’ll also guide you through the compliance requirements and reporting procedures to ensure you meet the deadlines.
Learning objectives:
- What is the Corporate Transparency Act, and who must comply
- What, how and when is Information to be Reported?
- Preparing for compliance and penalties for non-compliance
- What is the impact on Small Businesses
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
The Basics of Money Management
Learn how to improve your financial management skills at this free webinar Jan. 16 at 1 PM.
Whether you are looking to start a business or existing small business owner, understanding how to manage your finances is the foundation for making sound business decisions and reaching your goals.
In this webinar, an expert presenter will help you enhance your financial management skills so you can chart your course into the future, adjust your direction when needed, and reach your business goals.
Learning objectives include:
- The benefits of financial management
- Budgeting
- Bookkeeping
- Financial statements
- Business Financing
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Will Meikle is a SCORE mentor.
Sponsored by the National Bankers Association Foundation.
2024 Hottest Business Ideas, Trends and Markets
See what is trending in business for 2024 so you can be ready for success this year in this free webinar Jan. 18 at 1 PM.
Don’t get left behind! 2024 is looking to be a strong year for America’s small businesses. To take advantage of these opportunities, you need to keep up with the latest business trends, startup ideas, and consumer behaviors or risk getting left behind.
In this webinar, we’ll talk about breakthrough small business ideas and industries that are exciting entrepreneurs in 2024 and how existing businesses can update their offerings to appeal to today’s new consumers.
You will learn about:
- America’s still-changing demographics
- Booming businesses
- Changing consumer behaviors and how to react
- Embracing all the “commerces:” e-commerce, m-commerce, and re-commerce
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Rieva Lesonsky is CEO of GrowBiz Media.
7 Simple Ways to Protect Yourself Legally When Starting a Business
Learn seven steps you can take to keep your business on solid legal ground in this free webinar Jan. 23 at 1 PM.
In this webinar, you will learn seven smart steps you can take as an entrepreneur to keep your business on solid legal ground, from building a foundation to maintaining compliance.
Charley Moore, CEO and founder of Rocket Lawyer will break down these simple practices that can help you confidently run your business. Instead of looking back and being weighed down by legal question marks, you can look forward to bringing your dream to life.
Learning Objectives:
- How to build the right legal foundation from the start
- How to protect yourself and your assets when starting a business
- How to ensure you are compliant in your state
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Charley Moore is founder and CEO of Rocket Lawyer.
Sponsored by Rocket Lawyer.
How to Create a Financial Plan – Financial Planning Basics
See the critical elements of financial planning so you can understand your business finances with this free webinar Jan. 25 at 1 PM.
Starting a business can be daunting, but creating a financial plan can help you make confident and informed decisions, giving you a better chance at long-term business success.
Join this educational webinar, where our expert presenter Phyllis Johnson, will break down the critical elements of business financial planning into simple terms so you are more informed, understand your numbers and can make better financial decisions.
You will learn:
- What is a Financial Plan and why it’s Necessary
- Benefits of Financial Planning for Your Business
- Financial Tools
- Basics of Financial Planning/Reports
- Steps to Creating a Financial Plan for Your Small Business
- Common Financial Planning Mistakes
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
Sponsored by the National Bankers Association Foundation.
About the Presenter
Phylis Johnson is owner and CEO of PKJ Consulting.
How to Use Artificial Intelligence in Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
Understand different artificial intelligence tools you can use in your business in this free webinar Jan. 30 at 1 PM.
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a revolutionary tool for start-ups and small businesses. However, using AI successfully requires strategy and a good understanding of the AI tool’s applications, challenges and best practices.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will break down the different AI tools available to you and guide you through a six-step process for effectively deploying AI into your business operations.
You will learn:
- How AI functions and potential applications
- A six-step process for implementing AI tools in your business
- Actionable strategies for using AI in prospecting, negotiation, and closing deals to drive business growth and success
Whether you are an executive, a manager or an aspiring entrepreneur, this webinar is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI’s transformative capabilities.
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Robyn Anderson is CEO of Jam AI.
About SCORE
SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer business experts. It is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow, and achieve their goals with a variety of SCORE New Year tools like webinars and workshops.
Make a difference as a SCORE volunteer.
Since 1964, it has provided education and mentorship to more than 11 million entrepreneurs nationwide.
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has been operating since 1985. It has 100 dedicated volunteers today. They provide confidential mentoring at no charge. They offer business seminars, workshops, and SCORE webinars to benefit the local community.
SCORE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Find out more about January SCORE webinars and other small business workshops and webinars.
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