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Starting and Financing a Small Business

This workshop is recommended for those interested in starting a business. At the end of this workshop, you will have a thorough understanding of the process of starting a business and will be able to implement a required checklist to start your business. The following topics will be discussed during...

DBE, SBE & ACDBE Certifications (Get Certified Week)

In this workshop, you will gain information about the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Element (SBE) Program and learn how to apply for these certification to provide support for you small business. Listed below is information about the DBE and SBE Program. Go to www.dotd.la.gov for more information...

Veteran Owned Certification / LED CERTIFICATION (Hands on week)

If you are a Veteran, this training is for you to learn about becoming a Veteran Owned Small Business. During this training you will gain knowledge about this certification program and the application process. Speaker(s): Alec Banks Co-Sponsor(s): SBA

8(a) Certification (HANDS ON WEEK)

This seminar pertains to The System for Award Management, or SAM, is a government-wide portal that is consolidating the capabilities of multiple systems and information sources used by the Federal government in conducting the acquisition and financial assistance (which includes grants and cooperative agreements) processes. Speaker(s): Marjorae Ball Co-Sponsor(s): SBA

Hubzone Certification (Get Certified Week)

The Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program helps small businesses in urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. At the end of this session, you will have a thorough understanding of the certification requirements. Speaker(s): Alec Banks Co-Sponsor(s): PTAC

DBE SBE ACDBE CERTIFICATION – CITY

In this workshop, you will gain information about the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Element (SBE) Program and learn how to apply for these certification to provide support for you small business. Listed below is information about the DBE and SBE Program. Go to www.dotd.la.gov for more information...

Show me the Money! Creating a Winning Funding Proposal

Obtaining financing to grow your business can be a daunting task! Developing a concise, but detailed funding package will increase your chances of success. If you know in advance the information the lender needs and the questions the lender wants answered, you will demonstrate your preparedness and business expertise.’ – Identify...

Starting and Financing a Small Business

This workshop is recommended for those interested in starting a business. At the end of this workshop, you will have a thorough understanding of the process of starting a business and will be able to implement a required checklist to start your business. The following topics will be discussed during...

Successfully Pursuing R&D Grants and Contracts via SBIR and STTR

Join us for a deeper dive into Research & Development grants and contracts thru the Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs! Government funding is available to assist you in writing your government submittals for grants and proposals and assisting with the various phases of...

Accounting Overview: Understanding the basics for your business

Accounting can be confusing and intimidating for small business owners. Join us to get a realistic understanding of what’s involved in accounting — from the basics to the reports you must understand as a business owner and more. The more you know, the better off you’ll be. This webinar will...