August's Hot News and Opportunities | |
Welcome to the August issue of Business Buzz, our new Brunswick Community College Small Business Center monthly newsletter. Read on to learn about this month's free seminars and webinars, meet our Business Spotlight owner, how to apply for new grant opportunities, and more! | |
The BCC Small Business Center offers FREE learning resources monthly. Some are in person but most are offered online making them available to you wherever you are. Take a look at July's lineup and let us know what you think. | |
August Events/Workshops from the BCC SBC | |
| Topic | Date/Time/Format | Sign-up | | Strategies to Be More Competitive in A Virtual World | Wednesday, August 2nd 5-7 PM
Online |
REGISTER | | Canva: Design Basics | Thursday, August 3rd 5:30-7:00 PM
Online |
REGISTER | | 15 Common Mistakes That Will Undermine Any Business | Tuesday, August 8th
5-7 PM
Online |
REGISTER | | Canva: Advanced Design Skills | Thursday, August 10th
5:30-7:00 PM
Online |
REGISTER | | How to start your own commercial mowing, lawn care or landscaping business | Tuesday, August 15th
5-7 PM
Online |
REGISTER | |
Building Your Brand | Thursday, August 17th
12:00-1:30 PM
Online |
REGISTER | |
Bookkeeping Made Easy | Tuesday, August 22nd
12-2 PM
Online |
REGISTER | | Finding the Perfect Product - How to Find Merchandise to Sell Online | Tuesday, August 22nd
5-7 PM
Online |
REGISTER | | Basic Information on Permitting & Guidelines for Restaurants & Food Trucks | Wednesday, August 30th
12-2
Leland Center, Room 204; 2045 Enterprise Blvd. Leland | REGISTER | | |
| Topic | Date/Time/Format | Sign-up | | Business Tax Essentials | Thursday, August 3rd
10AM-12 PM
Online | REGISTER | | Online Seller | Tuesday, August 8th
11 AM-1 PM
Online | REGISTER | | Conceptos básicos del impuesto sobre las ventas y el uso en español | Martes, 8 de agosto
6-8 PM
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REGISTRO | | Sales and Use Tax Basics | Tuesday, August 15th
6-8 PM
Online | REGISTER | | Withholding Tax Basics | Wednesday, August 16th
2-4 PM
Online | REGISTER | | Business Tax Essentials | Thursday, August 24th
5-7 PM
Online | REGISTER | | Sales & Use Tax for Nonprofits Entities | Tuesday, August 29th
3-5 PM
Online | REGISTER | | Sales and Use Tax Basics | Wednesday, August 30th
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Onliine | REGISTER | | |
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Deb Church started her career as a dental hygienist and then attended law school. After practicing business and corporate law, she was fortunate to stay at home with her two boys when they were young. During her time a domestic engineer, she became a volunteer extraordinaire, community advocate, blogger, and wrote an adult humor book. But life wasn’t always easy. In the span of a decade, she faced a myriad of struggles which really knocked her off course. It was one thing after another. When her 30-year marriage ended in divorce, she was forced to reassess life as she knew it and started life coach training. After navigating life’s craziest twists, turns, and detours, it is her mission to share the life lessons she has learned along the way with others who find themselves faced with difficult life changes.
During coaching she provides clients a roadmap to get their life back on track. They work together to focus on reclaiming self-confidence using positive affirmations, appreciating the goodness in life by incorporating a gratitude practice, and removing distractions to organize priorities. Navigating this roadmap together provides clients clarity. In time, clients not only survive the challenges of change, but actually thrive.er
“I saw a new networking opportunity advertised for the Women’s Networking Collective. As I was reading the material, I noticed that April Scott, Director of the Small Business Center was the keynote speaker for the luncheon. I knew immediately I had to attend. April and I worked together many years ago in the nonprofit arena and it was a joy to reconnect. She’s a powerhouse!”
To learn more visit her website at Deb Church Coaching.
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Chamber of Commerce Corner | |
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The Leland Under the Lights Car Show happens each August, rain or shine. Held near Lowe’s Foods in Brunswick Forest, the car show is free to attend. Over 35 trophies are awarded, including best in show, most unique, and club participation, to name a few. In addition to checking out lots of cool cars, attendees can visit and support the vendors who support our Chamber and dine in one of the restaurants or browse the shops at the Villages in Brunswick Forest. Join us, Saturday, August 19, 2023; 3-8 PM.
Visit North Brunswick Chamber website for information including the entry and vendor application.
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Join Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce for a golf tournament and par-tee with live entertainment, luxe prizes, and great giveaways! The rate is $415 per 4 person team, includes green fees, cart rental, gift bag, continental breakfast, catered lunch, and more! Prizes will be awarded during the After Par-Tee immediately following the tournament. Golfer Check In is 8 AM
To learn more visit Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce website.
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Leadership Brunswick County | |
Leadership Brunswick County is a program designed to develop and enrich existing and emerging community leaders who are qualified and committed to the growth and well-being of Brunswick County. The program provides an opportunity for participants to learn about the needs of the county and the individuals responsible for providing services to meet those needs. For Brunswick County to thrive and prosper in the next century we will need dedicated leaders with new ideas working together.
Applications are now open until August 28, 2023.
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NCIDEA Fall 2023 MICRO and SEED Grant
Applications Open July 31st
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Could you use $10K or $50K to grow and scale your startup?
Applications open July 31-August 28
NC IDEA has resources that can help when and where you need it most.
Early stage, growth-oriented companies can apply for one of two different NC IDEA grants:
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NC IDEA MICRO awards $10K project-based grants to young companies looking to validate and advance their idea.
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NC IDEA SEED offers $50K grants to early-stage companies, often the critical funding they need to scale faster.
*** Note: Applicants may only apply to either MICRO or SEED (not both) during the grant cycle.***
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NC Project Lead is a local non-profit focusing on leadership, economic development, education, humanities and arts, and public policy awareness within low-to-moderate wealth geographic communities and communities of interest. Join NC Project Lead, September 15th & 16th for their annual Socioeconomic Development Workshop and White Lotus Leadership Awards Dinner & Concert.
You can visit their website to learn more and to purchase your tickets.
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Thinking about Starting a Business? | |
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Are you considering starting a business but not sure where to start, unsure what permits are required or how to qualify for lending?
Let us help you through the process. For more information or questions on how you can schedule your free one-on-one counseling session contact Admin Support Specialist, Christine Chiarizia at (910) 755-7498 or Director April Scott at (910) 755-7306.
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Brunswick Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, age, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or disability. | | | | |
