Calendar

Aug
25
Thu
SCORE – Intro to the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program (Webinar)
Aug 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Government agencies reserve contracts for small businesses that are certified in SBA’s contracting programs.

The 8(a) Program is to help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the 8(a) Business Development program.

This is an introduction to the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program

We will review…

  • Who should consider applying
  • When to apply
  • The eligibility requirements
  • What the benefits are
  • And, more!

Sep
1
Thu
SCORE – SBA 8(a) Certification Program – 4 Parts (Join anytime during the series)
Sep 1 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Government agencies reserve contracts for small businesses that are certified in SBA’s contracting programs.

The 8(a) Program is to help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the 8(a) Business Development program. This is a 4-part weekly series starting May 12th that will take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. To attend the webinars in the 4-part series a $50 fee covers the 4 sessions in the series.

SBA 8(a) Business Development Program Dates and Topics:

(You will receive the links for each session the evening before the session) 

Session 1, September 1, 10 am-12 pm – Getting Ready to Apply. Preparations and the Document Checklist

Session 2, September 8, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – a deep dive into the application – Basic Eligibility, Business Ownership, Control

Session 3, September 15, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – more diving – Potential for Success, Contributors, Non-Disadvantaged Individuals, Spouses of Disadvantaged Individuals, Disadvantaged Individuals

Session 4, September 22, 10 am-12 pm – Final Steps – Submitting the application, Tips, Your Q&A, Now What?

Each session is designed to take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. You will receive one-on-one assistance from our SBA Certified Business Opportunist Specialist through the Q & A.

Sep
8
Thu
SCORE – SBA 8(a) Certification Program – 4 Parts (Join anytime during the series)
Sep 8 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Government agencies reserve contracts for small businesses that are certified in SBA’s contracting programs.

The 8(a) Program is to help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the 8(a) Business Development program. This is a 4-part weekly series starting May 12th that will take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. To attend the webinars in the 4-part series a $50 fee covers the 4 sessions in the series.

SBA 8(a) Business Development Program Dates and Topics:

(You will receive the links for each session the evening before the session) 

Session 1, September 1, 10 am-12 pm – Getting Ready to Apply. Preparations and the Document Checklist

Session 2, September 8, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – a deep dive into the application – Basic Eligibility, Business Ownership, Control

Session 3, September 15, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – more diving – Potential for Success, Contributors, Non-Disadvantaged Individuals, Spouses of Disadvantaged Individuals, Disadvantaged Individuals

Session 4, September 22, 10 am-12 pm – Final Steps – Submitting the application, Tips, Your Q&A, Now What?

Each session is designed to take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. You will receive one-on-one assistance from our SBA Certified Business Opportunist Specialist through the Q & A.

Sep
15
Thu
SCORE – SBA 8(a) Certification Program – 4 Parts (Join anytime during the series)
Sep 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Government agencies reserve contracts for small businesses that are certified in SBA’s contracting programs.

The 8(a) Program is to help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the 8(a) Business Development program. This is a 4-part weekly series starting May 12th that will take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. To attend the webinars in the 4-part series a $50 fee covers the 4 sessions in the series.

SBA 8(a) Business Development Program Dates and Topics:

(You will receive the links for each session the evening before the session) 

Session 1, September 1, 10 am-12 pm – Getting Ready to Apply. Preparations and the Document Checklist

Session 2, September 8, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – a deep dive into the application – Basic Eligibility, Business Ownership, Control

Session 3, September 15, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – more diving – Potential for Success, Contributors, Non-Disadvantaged Individuals, Spouses of Disadvantaged Individuals, Disadvantaged Individuals

Session 4, September 22, 10 am-12 pm – Final Steps – Submitting the application, Tips, Your Q&A, Now What?

Each session is designed to take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. You will receive one-on-one assistance from our SBA Certified Business Opportunist Specialist through the Q & A.

Sep
22
Thu
SCORE – SBA 8(a) Certification Program – 4 Parts (Join anytime during the series)
Sep 22 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Government agencies reserve contracts for small businesses that are certified in SBA’s contracting programs.

The 8(a) Program is to help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the 8(a) Business Development program. This is a 4-part weekly series starting May 12th that will take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. To attend the webinars in the 4-part series a $50 fee covers the 4 sessions in the series.

SBA 8(a) Business Development Program Dates and Topics:

(You will receive the links for each session the evening before the session) 

Session 1, September 1, 10 am-12 pm – Getting Ready to Apply. Preparations and the Document Checklist

Session 2, September 8, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – a deep dive into the application – Basic Eligibility, Business Ownership, Control

Session 3, September 15, 10 am-12 pm – Application Modules – more diving – Potential for Success, Contributors, Non-Disadvantaged Individuals, Spouses of Disadvantaged Individuals, Disadvantaged Individuals

Session 4, September 22, 10 am-12 pm – Final Steps – Submitting the application, Tips, Your Q&A, Now What?

Each session is designed to take you through the preparation for and the actual application process. You will receive one-on-one assistance from our SBA Certified Business Opportunist Specialist through the Q & A.

Oct
1
Sat
SCORE – Creating a Non Profit Organization in Texas (Live Webinar)
Oct 1 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

The paperwork to start a nonprofit organization in Texas may seem overwhelming but that paperwork is just part of what is required to start a successful nonprofit.

This Workshop will include:

  • How to incorporate in the State of TX (a step-by-step process)
  • How to complete the application for 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization through the IRS – Form 1023 EZ
  • How to STAY incorporated and remain a 501(c) tax exempt organization

You must have the latest version of POWERPOINT, MS WORD, & ADOBE ACROBAT for pdf to follow the hyperlinked instructions. 

 Most importantly we will also discuss what you are committing to do!

ABOUT THE PRESENTER(S)

I am a nonprofit consultant, helping nonprofits define their missions, start their organizations and grow their businesses. I have almost twenty years of nonprofit experience, as a volunteer, board member, officer and founder. I also have a Masters in Nonprofit Management. I have thirty-eight years of experience in the IT industry, including nineteen years at IBM as a team lead, program manager…

Oct
5
Wed
SCORE: Advanced Business Plan Writing (Online)
Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Advanced Business Plan Writing

Why a Business Plan is Important…

Writing and updating a Business Plan helps you organize your thoughts and assumptions about your business and write them down in an organized way.

You SHOULD use this as a checklist on an ongoing basis in managing your business. By documenting assumptions and milestones you can adjust actions to take to better manage your business.

If you want to get a loan or raise money, the Business Plan is REQUIRED by any lender.

A business plan is very specific to each particular business. However, while each business needs a unique plan, the basic elements are the same in all business plans.

If you are currently writing and/or updating your business plan but found it to be a little challenging or not sure what to do next, then this webinar can help you move forward.

By using the provided template, that will be illustrated during the live webinar, this will assist you in making sure that you are thinking about all the things you should be doing while managing your business.

At the completion of this module, you should be able to:

  • Describe the importance of a business plan
  • Identify the elements of an effective business plan, and..
  • Write YOUR successful business plan

We encourage you to prepare any questions that you may have ahead of time for the Instructor to address. This way, they will be able to answer your direct concerns that pertain to your particular business.

 

Oct
29
Sat
CE – Social, Local, Mobile and Email Marketing
Oct 29 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

This course will focus on the importance of local search, social media, mobile and email marketing as part of the digital marketing mix.

Nov
2
Wed
SCORE: Buying or Selling a Business? (Webinar)
Nov 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Buying or Selling a Business?

Why you should attend this informative Webinar…

For businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19, business owners, buyers and lenders know the initial impact of COVID-19 on the business and better understand how certain businesses can adapt and recover during the pandemic. From a lending perspective, the more months of performance we can review during 2020, the better the chance of obtaining a reasonable business value.

This 3 hour Workshop is designed to educate individuals interested in buying or selling a business. Key topics covered will be:

·         Deciding to buy or sell a business

·         Finding the right fit

·         Planning for the transaction

·         Building a good team

·         Conducting the first meeting

·         Determining the business value

·         Writing the letter of intent

·         Performing due diligence

·         The final contracts

·         Case study using a real example

Nov
9
Wed
SCORE: Essential Steps for Starting a Business (In-Person/Webinar)
Nov 9 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Essential Steps for Starting a Business (In-Person/Webinar) Plano Library

An introductory Workshop that is designed for the entrepreneur and small business owner to learn what’s really needed of them to start and run a successful business.

However, there’s a number of factors to keep in mind before starting your own business.

We’ll introduce you to key business considerations, like the myths and realities of entrepreneurship, different business options to pursue, the components of business ownership, legal & financial considerations, and business plan basics.

Discussions will include:

  • the need for personal skills
  • products/services
  • legality
  • financing & planning
  • learn how committed you need to be to make the business successful