| Business WorkshopsFrom the Pinellas County FSBDC |  |
| Upcoming Workshops See what’s happening this month. Contact Information Request Counseling Appointment (727) 453-720013805 58th Street N. Suite 1-200 Clearwater, FL 33760 Join Our Mailing List The Florida Small Business Development Center at Pinellas County offers business training, counseling, referrals and resources. Workshops held at the Center fill quickly and advanced registration is requested. Classes are cancelled on holidays or any day county offices are closed. www.PCED.org/sbdc  |
| Due to COVID-19, the Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC) at Pinellas County Economic Development has suspended face-to-face meetings. The following workshops will be held online in a virtual format. |
Gaining Access to Pinellas County Government Contracting April 6, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Learn what it takes to contract or subcontract with Pinellas County. Gain insights to Pinellas County’s sourcing methods, online resources, and tips for doing business with Pinellas County. Find out what it takes to become a Pinellas County Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and the benefits the program offers, as well as the new Contract Compliance Management System-B2Gnow software system being used to assist companies. Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
Starting a Business April 6, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. The best way to get started! Receive information on the necessary licenses, permits, legal documents and requirements to do business in the State of Florida. Learn to refine your ideas into a plan for success.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
Federal Government Contracting April 13, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. This class will provide information on how to business with the Federal Government, how to located federal opportunities, and the steps necessary to access federal business certification programs.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
Business Plans Made Easy April 13, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Develop the right plan for your business needs. Receive an overview which features easy financials, a simple pitch format, and performance tracking. Ideal for new or experienced business owners to manage business growth, communicate ideas, or borrow money. Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
Setup Accounting & Taxes April 20, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Get an overview of tax requirements needed to satisfy IRS regulations and the generally accepted accounting procedures your business needs to manage your growth. Guest presenter John Gordos, Enrolled Agent.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
Creating a Winning Capability Statement & 30-Second Business Pitch April 20, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Prime contractors and procurement agencies are interested in your company’s capabilities. Learn the 5 key pieces of an effective capability statement and the skills needed to present a memorable 30 second business pitch to propel your business to the next level.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
How Much Is Your Company Worth? April 27, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. How much do you want your company to be worth when it becomes time to exit the industry? A business valuation will tell you the current fair market value and it also provides the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) that drive your successful growth. How do you measure your Key Performance Indicators? If you are not sure, then this seminar is for you.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
QuickBooks Intro April 27, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Get an overview of QuickBooks accounting software. Learn to set up the chart of account and the basic functions of the most popular software among accounting professionals today. Guest presenter Michael Carlisle, Enrolled Agent.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register |
| The FSBDC at Pinellas County Economic Development is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution. For disability accommodations please contact St. Petersburg College Security at (727) 791-2560 a minimum of five days in advance. The FSBDC at Pinellas County Economic Development is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide service network funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. |