 Upcoming WorkshopsSee what’s happening this month. Contact Information Request Counseling Appointment (727) 453-7200 13805 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.Starting a Business Nov.2, 9:00 – 10:00 a.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 Gaining Access to Pinellas County Government Contracting Nov. 2, 12:00 – 1:00 p.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 Digital Marketing Nov. 9, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.  Learn a coordinated approach to marketing your business to create a presence with customers via email, social media, and your website.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register Minority CertificationsNov. 9, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Get Certified! Learn the benefits of certification and how to become certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Small Business Enterprise (SBE) or Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) to best access government contracts and purchasing opportunities. Learn how to find and identify potential bids and improve your position in the bid evaluation /process. Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register Online Networking Nov. 16, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.  Get prepared for the “new normal” way to network via online networking. Learn what to do and what not to do as you build your network of online relationships and set up follow on discussions offline.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register How Much Is Your Company Worth? Nov. 16, 12:00 – 1:00 p.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 Construction Bonding Nov. 23, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.  New to the industry or looking for refresher tips? Construction bonding can protect your firm against disruptions or financial loss due to a contractor’s failure to complete a project or failure to meet contract specifications. Not sure if your firm meets bonding requirements for moving up to the next level? This class will answer those questions and many more.Free | Virtual Workshop Click here to register Business Growth and Exit Strategies Nov. 30, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.  What is your Business Exit Strategy? Learn how to get out of your own way and make sure that you are focused on working towards the big picture.Free | Virtual WorkshopClick 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. |
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