Webinars on August 11, 2020
Day 1
Resources for Small Business - 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
This session opens the series highlighting resources available to businesses to help them start, grow and expand. Panel of resources moderated by the U.S. Small Business Administration, including SCORE, Small Business Development Center, Great Lakes Women’s Business Council, VetBizCentral, and Operation Hope.
Access code: 1298819584 Password: Jk4fpcdrB36
Restarting for Small Business - Update 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Hear from SBA-Powered Experts like Small Business Development Center consultant Diana Dimitroff on considerations for re-opening safely and discover best practices from business owners who have been successful. Panelist include Espy Thomas, Sweet Potato Sensations; Clare Fox and Wayne Maki, The Post and Mutual Adoration; and Melissa Butler, The Lip Bar
Access code: 1298374266 Password: unKjgYunc836
Take Your Brick and Mortar Business Online - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Brick and mortar businesses have experienced huge challenges during the pandemic. Learn how to take your brick and motor business online. Presented by Paul Garrison, Osborn Business Association.
Access code: 1294538380 Password: dyJMMPE42ve
Webinars on August 12, 2020
Day 2
Team SBA Financing Round Table - 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
This session provides information on how to prepare to seek business financing. Your TEAM SBA consists of a preferred SBA lender, a business consultant, SBA economic development staff, and business owners like you. We'll debunk the myths and demystify the process of bank financing - in plain English. You will learn how your loan application will be analyzed, what underwriting criteria is used, and how banking regulations affect the decision. We will answer your questions based upon your business model. Presenters include SBA, Fifth Third Bank, and the Small Business Development Center.
Access code: 1291379725 Password: SpdVMeW8v66
Funding Resource Panel - 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Access to Capital is critical to businesses at every level, from start-up to expansion. Our panelists include representatives from Fifth Third Bank, Detroit Development Fund, and CEED Lending and will discuss traditional and alternative financing, and microloans.
Access Code: 1295589318 Password: PmGghP3xM75
How to Account for Use of PPP Funds for Forgiveness - 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.
This session will provide an overview of how to keep records and account for the use of Payroll Protection Program funds in order to qualify for forgiveness of the loan.
Access Code: 1294866014 Password: KDW5FKwje72
Webinars August 13, 2020
Day 3
A Winning Website: The New Corner Office - 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Learn techniques for designing a website for your business. Tips you can use to publish your website with the essential pages you need to get yourself online.
Access Code: 1293055367 Password: y2SUiBipY22
Search Engine Optimization - 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Learn strategies for driving traffic to your website and turn traffic into client engagement though search engine optimization techniques.
Access code: 129655068 Password: YfpHsDeT234
How to Sell Online - 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Many businesses have had to shift their business model during the pandemic. Learn how to effectively add an online channel, increase awareness of your online sales portal to your customer base, and invite new customers to engage.
Access Code: 129 665 5068
Webinars August 14, 2020
Day 4
Leading in Difficult Times - 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Leading in challenging times is hard. Often, the toughest person to lead is you! Learn how to navigate through this crisis and become a true leader.
Access code: 1297551362 Password: rWiXmGHu722
Recruiting Employees - 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Recruiting and keeping employees is a challenge during normal times. Learn tips on how to improve your overall employee selection approach, interviewing techniques, and selection processes. Traditional and creative recruitment sources will be explored.
Access Code: 1298498252 Password: 8VXdEGYXp96
