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Orlando Open Coffee Club is about good coffee, entrepreneurs, ideas, and conversation. We believe that when entrepreneurs, startups, creatives, freelancers, and those associated with them meet, collisions of ideas lead to great things happening. Every two weeks join us and enjoy complimentary coffee and bagels while we discuss the latest community news and upcoming events […]
This course is for people who have limited knowledge about managing or starting a new business and/or are not familiar with SCORE’s services. It is designed to explain the challenges and risks that an entrepreneur will face. It covers reasons why so many businesses fail as well as the keys to succeeding. You learn about […]
For members Only. On Febraury 28th at noon take a moment from your busy schedules to step away from the desk, grab some delicious food, and share a meal with your fellow members in our conference room. Discuss the latest with your startup, catch up with the members you know, and get to know the […]
Small Businesses are the backbone of the US economy. However, new products/businesses have a dismal rate of failure. One of the main reasons is that “there is a lack of need for those products/businesses in the marketplace and/or a lack of competitive edge”. What you will learn: - Why so many new products/ businesses fail […]
“Cash is King”. Every business has a hidden store of cash and hidden cash leaks. Utilizing the cash flow management strategies of large corporations, learn how to find, preserve, and use cash to manage and grow your business and increase profits. By applying these tactics you can vastly reduce the need for outside financing. You […]
Designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to collect business information and research. You will learn about capital funding and the lender's view of the borrower. […]
Greetings all Military Veterans, Spouses and Family Members, we are very excited to announce our next Veterans Business Initiative (VBI) Kick-off starting Monday, March 5th, 2018 at 8:30am. The VBI sessions will run for ten weeks from March to May, this is a no cost program for all Military Veterans, spouses and families who are […]
A business blog is a great way to promote your company and increase your web site’s traffic; you will learn ways to integrate a blog into your company’s marketing strategy in this Fox Interactive workshop, plus how to grow your audience and develop content to connect with your readers. *Online registration required at $30 per […]
Wine, Women, and Chocolate is the Spring kickoff to our annual membership drive! Come join us for food, wine, and goodies from local female owned businesses. We're excited for you to join us for this NAWBO Orlando extravaganza!
Special Guest Speaker Free EVENT. Complimentary coffee with online registration required.
Digital Marketing is a broad, constantly changing business discipline. In this seminar, you will learn how to develop an up-to-date digital marketing strategy that will enable your prospects and customers to reach you in new, digitally-creative ways. The session will also make you current with some of the latest trends in social media. Learn what […]
Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan and uses a content template to help determine what goes into each section of this plan. $35 per person. Online registration required.
This Social Media “Boot Camp” provides a high-level understanding of how to begin marketing your business using social media. You will walk away with a social media “toolkit” that will give tips and best practices for choosing the right social platform for your business type, what type of posts and best time to post for […]
Orlando Open Coffee Club is about good coffee, entrepreneurs, ideas, and conversation. We believe that when entrepreneurs, startups, creatives, freelancers, and those associated with them meet, collisions of ideas lead to great things happening. Every two weeks join us and enjoy complimentary coffee and bagels while we discuss the latest community news and upcoming events […]
For people who have limited knowledge or understanding of basic accounting and finance. This seminar is intended to explain the methods and need for financial tracking, control and generating the financial projections necessary to develop your plan such as: cash flow, income statement, break evens and balance sheet. $35 per person. Online registration required.
Hot Topic: Improving Your Credit Score Special Guest Speaker: Rich Jaeckle *Luncheon provided with $15 online registration
Workshop Part 1: Cybersecurity Basics Attendees will gain an understanding of the basics in Cybersecurity and how to protect your business from threats that could potentially close your business. Topics include: - Threats to Small Businesses - Why Security Matters to Your Business - Remediation Practices - Cybersecurity Resources to Help Protect Your Business Workshop […]
A three-hour seminar designed to help entrepreneurs understand what it takes to start a business. Topics include business plans, legal forms of business, and licensing requirements. * Registration fee includes access to Marketing for Business Success, Financing Alternatives, Business Plan Writing webinars. Fee: $30
This hands-on class covers the basics of QuickBooks Online including the various options for online subscriptions; features available; setting up your company, users, chart of accounts, products, and services; browser tips and shortcuts; navigating customers, vendors and transactions; and using the bank feed.
This hands-on class covers the basics of QuickBooks Online including the various options for online subscriptions; features available; setting up your company, users, chart of accounts, products, and services; browser tips and shortcuts; navigating customers, vendors and transactions; and using the bank feed.
For people who think they might need funding for their business. It is designed for start-ups and existing businesses with cash flow or capital issues. The seminar explains the various sources of funds, their lending criteria and how they differ.
SBDC Day is a national, collective proclamation of the success and impact America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) have across the nation in economic development and the small businesses community. America’s SBDC Day will take place on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. SBDC Day will unite the nearly 1,000 SBDC centers across the country and the […]
Special Guest Speaker: Dawn Jensen Free coffee with online registration required.
This month we invite you to join us as we welcome Julian Correa, President of KnightSpeed Moving. He will provide a very insightful presentation and Q&A on how to build a brand. You will leave the Power Lunch with valuable tips that you are able to implement for your business or in your career. Julian […]
SAVE THE DATE for the 2018 Cross Cultural Management Summit, March 22-24 in Orlando Florida! Join other experts in global effectiveness to learn and network! http://research3.fit.edu/iccm/summit/
This Paychex seminar covers the basic guidelines, rules and regulations for paying exempt and non-exempt employees. It explains the latest overtime changes which will have a significant impact on small business. The change more than doubles the current overtime threshold. Learn more about the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the various tests used to […]
In honor of National Women’s History Month, please join us for a free, special event for women in business. This event is for NAWBO Members and NON members will be asked to donate $10 at the door to support our Women Who Win Mentoring Program. You will enjoy learning skills to help you GROW your […]
This course is for people who have limited knowledge about managing or starting a new business and/or are not familiar with SCORE’s services. It is designed to explain the challenges and risks that an entrepreneur will face. It covers reasons why so many businesses fail as well as the keys to succeeding. You learn about […]
Raising capital or interested in raising capital for your startup? David Chitester, founder and CEO of St. Petersburg's seed-stage investment firm Seedfunders and founder of Tampa's early-stage fund Florida Funders, will discuss the do's and dont's of early-stage capital raising and when the numbers matter. He will discuss the anatomy of a strong elevator pitch, […]
Orlando Open Coffee Club is about good coffee, entrepreneurs, ideas, and conversation. We believe that when entrepreneurs, startups, creatives, freelancers, and those associated with them meet, collisions of ideas lead to great things happening. Every two weeks join us and enjoy complimentary coffee and bagels while we discuss the latest community news and upcoming events […]
Develop a selling system that works for any business using time-tested sales tips!
Hey Members! For members Only. On March 28th at noon take a moment from your busy schedules to step away from the desk, grab some delicious food, and share a meal with your fellow members in our conference room. Discuss the latest with your startup, catch up with the members you know, and get to […]
HackHire is where fast-growing companies meet face to face with talented people. We connect job seekers with startups and companies. Talent attending: Front end developers, back end developers, mobile developers, graphic designers, UX + UI designers, data scientists, database administrators, tech journalists, product + project managers, IT professionals, full stack engineers, JavaScript, Ruby, Python, and […]
You've been sending emails to your list regularly. So, why are you struggling to get your readers to take action? It's disheartening every time you look at your email reports. But, there is something you can do! Our Constant Contact expert, Ken Countess, will show you.
In 2018, websites needs to be visually appealing, offer accurate and fresh content, and be easy to navigate. Did you know they should also be compliant with the American Disabilities Act (ADA)? New regulations are pending that require businesses to ensure persons with disabilities have equal access to their information, services and products when accessing […]
Join OTAB and the team from Pandera as we bring together the Orlando Tech Community for an evening of networking and collaboration. The agenda this month will focus on how we are following through with our goals of connecting and facilitating growth right here in Orlando. Our founder, Pandera CEO Joshua Sutton will be making […]
A NAWBO Orlando educational initiative that features topic experts and experienced mentors supporting students, young professionals, and new entrepreneurs in their journey planning the launch of their own business. REGISTER HERE: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eezsnln96d453648&llr=a5ilyfdab&showPage=true
Small Businesses are the backbone of the US economy. However, new products/businesses have a dismal rate of failure. One of the main reasons is that “there is a lack of need for those products/businesses in the marketplace and/or a lack of competitive edge”. What you will learn: - Why so many new products/ businesses fail […]
