Pinellas County

Business Workshops  
October, 2019
Special Event: Pinellas County Reverse Trade Show
Oct. 18
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Unleash your business potential and engage in opportunities with local government agencies. During the Pinellas County Reverse Trade Show, you will meet Pinellas County Government buyers and contract administrators, and procurement staff from organizations throughout the Tampa Bay region.

 Free
Register at www.PCED.org/ReverseTradeShow 
Special Event: (FDOT) Construction Management Development Program
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Enhance your technical and management skills for Small and Disadvantaged contractors. Become a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Contractor covering four key areas, including: Plan Reading & Estimating, Constructing and Submitting a Bid, Project Planning & Scheduling and Fundamental Business Operations.

 All participants who successfully complete the program will receive a Construction Management Development Program Certificate of Proficiency. Disadvantaged Business Enterprises ( DBE's) that successfully complete the program are eligible to participate in the Bond Guarantee Program. 

 Presented by the Construction Estimating Institute (CEI).

 Free
Click here to register, or call (800) 423-7058
Starting a Business
Oct. 4
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.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.
$10
Click here to register
Gaining Access to Bids
Oct. 8
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 This is an introduction to our vendor database for opportunities: The Pinellas County Contract Compliance Management System-B2G workshop will cover system functions including using the dashboard, system navigation and purpose by entering sub-contractors information, payments and reporting. The class will also cover the types of insurance required to do business with Pinellas County.

 Free
Click here to register
Intro to Marketing
Oct. 11
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

We can show you how to find more of the right customers and increase sales using the most cost effective marketing strategies.
$20
Click here to register
How to Do Business with Pinellas County Government
Oct. 15
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Get a general overview of the organizational structure, sourcing methods and tips for doing business with the Board County departments and online resources. Presented by the Board of County Commissioners Purchasing Department.
Free
Click here to register
Creating a Winning Capability Statement & 30-Second Business Pitch
Oct. 18
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Prime contractors and procurement agencies are interested in your company's' capabilities. Learn the 5 key pieces of an effective capability statement and the skills needed to present a memorable 30 second business pitch to propel your business to the next level.
$20
Click here to register
Selling to the Federal Government
Oct. 22
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 Sell to the Federal Government! This class will provide information on how to register with the Federal Government, how to located federal opportunities, and the steps necessary to access federal business certification programs.

 $20
Click here to register
Search Engine Optimization
Oct. 25
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 Learn how to generate more traffic to your website while maximizing the number of visitors, how to leverage engaging content to convert sales, and how to utilize your social media marketing to optimize your sites search engine. Presented by SEO Industry Expert, Chris Romero.

 $20
Click here to register
Doing Business with Fortune 500 Corporations
Oct. 29
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 This Florida State Minority Supplier Diversity Council (FSMSDC) workshop is designed to provide potential MBEs with critical information needed for the MBE Certification. Topics of discussion include benefits of certification, application process, required documents, fees, re-certification and our programs and services.

 $20
Click here to register
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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.

 

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(727) 453-7200

13805 58th Street N.
Suite 1-200
Clearwater, FL 33760


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.