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 Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023
Time:1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Online
Topic: The Basics of Bonding & Business Insurance presented by Insurance Underwriters of Louisiana
To RSVP or get additional information, residents or business owners can visit Economic Development's BIS registration page on nola.gov or contact Margrett Magee in the Office of Economic Development at (504) 658-4237 / momagee@nola.gov.
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Impact Accelerator Applications Due May 14
Apply by May 14 to be considered for Propeller's 2023 Impact Accelerator. Our free, 5-month Impact Accelerator provides growth-minded entrepreneurs one-on-one mentoring and tailored coaching, access to subject matter experts who can work with you on projects related to your business growth needs, business acumen curriculum, and ample network building opportunities.
Complete your application today
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ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION
The Small Business Loan Program is a lending program to assist disaster-impacted small businesses with non-construction expenses. The purpose of this program is to aid in the recovery of small businesses located in eligible areas that were affected by Hurricanes Laura, Delta, Ida and/or the May 2021 Severe Storms.
The state will provide program assistance to eligible businesses and/or non-profit organizations through participating non-profit lenders, who will implement and administer a lending program to assist impacted businesses and non-profits. The state will enter into subrecipient agreements with implementing partners including local community development organizations such as non-profits, community development financial institutions, local credit unions and other eligible organizations.
Click here to learn more.
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of a new awards program for small businesses: America's Top Small Business! Applications for the program opened, May 4, 2023.
Formerly known as the Dream Big Awards, America’s Top Small Business (ATSB) aims to recognize small businesses doing big things in their industries and communities through innovation, job creation and a commitment to being an integral part of a thriving business ecosystem.
They'll be choosing Top Small Businesses across America (10 in each of seven regions). The highest scoring business in each region will be named one of America’s Top Small Businesses and one finalist will win America’s Top Small Business of the Year Award — a $25,000 cash prize!
Find out everything you need to know about the ATSB program, including who is eligible to apply, how winners are chosen, important dates and deadlines, and more on our FAQ page.
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Free or Low-Cost Business Education
Register for SCORE's free live webinars available to all business owners nationwide. Presented by SCORE mentors and other industry experts, these sessions will help you understand how to start, manage, grow or successfully exit your business.
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Are you a new business owner looking to build your customer base? A great way to achieve this is to build your #Marketing #Strategy around the AIDA model. This model represents the steps a customer goes through when buying a new product or service. This AIDA model, which was created in 1898, has been widely used by successful business and is the basis for what most know as the Sales Funnel. AIDA stands for Awareness, Interest, Desire, and Action. This is a great tool to that you can use to create repeatable process that will increase you customer base and your revenue. Want to learn more? Then attend the May 18th SCORE Mentors New Orleans Regional Chapter's Simple Steps to Start Your Business: Marketing Workshop.
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  DBE/SBE Opportunity Conference
The RTA has over $30 million in open contracts for the capital program and we are anticipating spending more on upcoming projects within the next few months. To ensure that disadvantaged and small businesses have access to the economic opportunity these projects afford, the RTA is hosting an Opportunity Conference.
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Wednesday, May 17 at 5:30 PM McDonogh #35 Senior High School Auditorium 4000 Cadillac Street New Orleans, LA 70122
Adonis Exposé
DBE/SBE Liaison Officer
aexpose@rtaforward.org
(504) 827-8301
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Business Certifications give businesses access to opportunity in contracting, funding and grant programs. There are a variety of federal, state and local certification programs that can enhance your chances to not only get a contract but also to expand and grow! Learn how your business can benefit from CERTIFICATION as a Louisiana SMALL AND EMERGING BUSINESS. Benefits of free SEBD Certification include: Business developmental assistance, entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, industry-specific assistance and increased procurement opportunities. Learn more about SEBD and other business certification programs. Plan now to attend this free seminar.
Date: May 17, 2023
Time: 4:00 - 6:00PM
Location: Online
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2023 Small Business Webinar Series
Join the National Urban League and the U.S. Small Business Administration for the
A dynamic series of webinars aimed at supporting small businesses at every stage of development! Whether you are a pre-venture, start-up, or growth stage business, this series will provide you with the resources that you need to become successful!
The series is a part of the SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program and takes place monthly, March through October 2023. There is no cost to attend, however, registration is required.
Register today to reserve your seat!
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