September 2022 Pinellas County Business Workshops

Business Workshops

From the FSBDCN Pinellas County

The Florida Small Business Development Center Network at Pinellas County offers business training, counseling, referrals and resources. Workshops fill quickly and advanced registration is requested. Classes are cancelled on holidays or any day county offices are closed.

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Starting a Business

Sep. 6, 9:00 - 10:00 a.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.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Doing Business with Pinellas County

Sep. 6, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Pinellas County’s Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program ensures local small businesses have opportunities to participate in the competitive process for County contracts. This workshop provides information about the County purchasing system as well as personal assistance with the registration process for doing business with County Government.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Best Marketing Strategies

Sep. 13, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Improve your sales and maximize your time with the right marketing strategies to fit your business and your personal style. Learn to combine marketing activities such as networking, event marketing, email and social media to move customers from awareness to raving fans of your products and services!

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Creating a Winning Capability Statement & 30-Second Business Pitch

Sep. 13, 12:00 - 1:00 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. This Procurement Technical Assistance Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Business Growth & Exit Strategies

Sep. 20, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

What is your Business Exit Strategy? Learn how to get out of your own way and make sure that you are focused on working towards the big picture.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Be the Best Teammate a Prime Contractor Could Ask For!

Sep. 20, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Learn tips to maximizing your relationships for subcontracting opportunities on government contracting.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Business Plans Made Easy

Sep. 27, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Develop the right plan for your business needs. Receive an overview which features easy financials, a simple pitch format, and performance tracking. Ideal for new or experienced business owners to manage business growth, communicate ideas, or borrow money.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Understanding Business Insurance

Sep. 27, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Determine the precise insurance needs for your business! Topics of discussion will include Business Property, Business Liability, Professional Liability, Cyber Liability, Workers Compensation, Business Owners Policy, Bonds and many other areas of interest to the business owner. This is an excellent session for getting many of your insurance questions answered and eliminate any insurance knowledge fears.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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The FSBDCN 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 FSBDCN 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.