November 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, consulting, referrals and resources. Workshops fill quickly and advanced registration is requested. Classes are cancelled on holidays or any day county offices are closed.

www.PCED.org/sbdc

2022 Pinellas County Reverse Trade Show

Nov. 4, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Gain access to government buyers, contract administrators, and prospective customers. This Reverse Trade Show is a valuable opportunity not just for direct sales and marketing, but for strengthening your brand and positioning your business as a supplier for local, state, and federal agencies. Here you can meet and connect with prospective customers; strengthen your bond with existing customers; learn about upcoming business opportunities; and much more.

General Assembly: 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.

Tradeshow Exhibition: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location: EpiCenter, St. Petersburg College

13805 58th Street N., Clearwater, Florida 33760, Rooms 451-453

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Starting a Business

Nov. 1, 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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Meeting Your Workforce Needs

Nov. 1, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Looking to hire employees or train your existing staff? Meet with local business services representatives to understand how current incentives and programs and services might benefit your business and help your workforce needs. Guest presenter Ryan Whitesides.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Digital Marketing

Nov. 8, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Learn a coordinated approach to marketing your business to create a presence with customers via email, social media, and your website.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Leveraging Business Certification Programs

Nov. 8, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Taking advantage of business certification programs can provide a gateway to benefits and opportunities that help grow your business. Gain access to business leads, sub-contracting opportunities, and special business training designed to give you access to contracts and improve your ability to succeed in government contracting. Facilitated by Yolanda Goodloe, the Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center. 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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Online Networking

Nov. 15, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Get prepared for the “new normal” way to network via online networking. Learn what to do and what not to do as you build your network of online relationships and set up follow on discussions offline.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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How Much Is Your Company Worth?

Nov. 15, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

How much do you want your company to be worth when it becomes time to exit the industry? A business valuation will tell you the current fair market value and it also provides the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) that drive your successful growth. How do you measure your Key Performance Indicators? If you are not sure, then this seminar is for you.

Free | Virtual Workshop

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Business Growth & Exit Strategies

Nov. 22, 12:00 - 1:00 p.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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Business Plans Made Easy

Nov. 29, 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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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.