Explore certifications at the corporate, federal, state, and local government levels. You will also learn how to utilize them to improve your bottom line. Presented by: Nancy N. Alvarez. She serves as the Head of the 8(a) Business Development Program for the U.S. Small Business Administration, Fort Worth/Dallas District Office. This is a free event and presented for easy viewing online.
SCORE is hosting the 2024 Small Business Awards Luncheon, one of the largest regional events that recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs and small businesses in North Texas. Bankers, brokers, accounting firms, the Small Business Administration, and numerous organizations that serve the small business community in the area participate in this must-attend event, in addition to award winners and their guests. They come to the Ceremony to honor award winners, network with each other, and enjoy a wonderful celebration. We are pleased to be returning to the Hurst Conference Center again this year! Get tickets: https://www.score.org/fortworth/event/sba-small-business-awards-luncheon For sponsorship information email: [email protected]
We are pleased to present to you in person, as part of our "Follow the Blueprint Series", a seminar that is sure to enlighten you about the many opportunities in Government Contracting. You'll also receive executable strategies to encourage your participation in the Trillion Dollar marketplace. Part I: Unlock New Business Growth Through Government Contracting - Learn the Basics Part II: How to Navigate the Government Procurement Market Space to Enhance Your Chance of Success Register for the 2 day for $60 or you can attend just one day for $40. Get Educated. Get Empowered. Execute. Presenter Victoria Stevenson has real world knowledge and experience...
Who should attend? Anyone curious about marketing and gaining some professional insight. What you will learn: What is marketing? Progressing from more than an idea Market segmentation and positioning Business viability Defining your Target Audience Competition analysis Marketing channel planning: Mass media and Direct media channels Q&A Presented by Dennis Koshy. He is a certified SCORE mentor and volunteer. He has over two decades of experience in Marketing, Consulting, Advertising and Consumer Insights in multinational organizations. He has worked across verticals like CPG, Fashion and Lifestyle, Food and Beverages, Aviation, Information Technology, Alcohol, Banking and Retail. He was a Vice President and Branch Head at Foote, Cone & Belding, and...
To level the playing field in the federal marketplace for Women Owned and Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Businesses (WOSB/EDWOSB) to sell to the government, the federal government has established a 5 percent goal. In FY20, WOSB/EDWOSB businesses sold $27 billion dollars (4.85%) in federal contracts to the government. But women entrepreneurs left .15% of federal government sales opportunities on the table. To take advantage of the benefits of being certified as a WOSB or EDWOSB, you must get certified. This information session will help you know what to do. Presenter: Nancy N. Alvarez, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist with the SBA...
Learning Objectives: Learn if you’re ready to start selling in Amazon’s store, what to sell and when Learn how to start selling in Amazon’s store, to include listing and delivering your products Learn how to grow and scale your brand online, to include resources and programs Amazon has to help enable success for small businesses and entrepreneurs Presenter: Dan Corcoran is a Program Manager at Amazon where his focus is on driving the success of small business owners, and working with teams across the company to deliver programs that support their continued growth. Daniel joined Amazon in July of 2021 as an Area Manager...
This workshop will help you gain understanding why we plan and the three questions that will determine success or failure. We'll also learn key items like. How do I price? What will this cost? and What is my financial return? We will cover: The concept of planning for today and the future The three fundamental questions that determine everything else Are you writing a novel or a short story? What will it cost me to get started What are my monthly costs How do I set my price What can I make Presented by: Sam Emmerson is a certified SCORE mentor and volunteer. He previously owned a chemical manufacture...
The transportation industry is enormous, grossing nearly $1 trillion dollars annually, however trucking counts for three quarters of that amount. Join our workshop, "Launching and Scaling Your Trucking Business Successfully," where you'll gain valuable insights into the trucking industry, focusing on the essential steps to initiate your venture and seamlessly expand your business. Talking Points: Getting started and understanding formation Building your personal and business credit Securing financing for your business Getting your small business certifications Drafting your capability statement for contraction How to purchase your truck and what to look for Dealing with carriers Do you need an authority Financial statement basic and accounting Finding opportunities and working with brokers Safety...
This workshop is for established non-profit and small incorporated businesses looking to grow their operations. In this workshop you will learn: What types of grants are available How to apply for grants What goes into a good grant application How to proceed with a grant after award Presenter: Paul Kerpoe is a SCORE volunteer and has spent his retirement volunteering with over a dozen other non-profit organizations. His involvement has included many types of fundraising activities including successful grant applications.
If your small business is located in a designated HUBZone and meets the requirements, it may be eligible for special set-aside contracts to sell to the federal government. HUBZones represent an effort to increase employment opportunities, investment, and economic development in these designated areas. To qualify for the HUBZone program, your business must: Be a small business according to SBA size standards Be at least 51% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens, a Community Development Corporation, an agricultural cooperative, an Alaska Native corporation, a Native Hawaiian organization, or an Indian tribe Have your principal office located in a HUBZone Have at least 35% of your...
