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TOMORROW: Expand Your Sales Around the World! Don't Miss This In-person Seminar! Learn how to demystify the process of exporting through this comprehensive and easy to follow step-by-step award-winning program designed by the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development. Hear from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Florida Export Finance Corporation, and many experts in the field of exporting to help you get the tools, resources, and grants to expand your sales around the world! Register by June 13th! Tuesday, June 14, 2022
9AM - 12PM
Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center
1770 Monroe Street, Hollywood, FL 33020RSVP By June 13th!Register |
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Work Skills Training Scholarships Available For Eligible Hollywood ResidentsThe City of Hollywood, in partnership with OIC of South Florida, is offering Work Skills Training Scholarships to eligible Hollywood residents. The 11-week course provides FREE in-depth vocational training, preparing participants for entry-level positions on their career path. Courses will be held on Saturdays through the months of July 16 to September 24, from 9am-4pm at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center located at 2400 Charleston Street, Hollywood FL, 33020.
CONSTRUCTION OPERATION & WAREHOUSE LOGISTICS * Saturdays* 9am-4pm
Upon completion of the course, potential positions and salaries include:
Hand Laborer & Material Mover - $27,710
Packing Specialist - $25,910
Shipping & Receiving Clerk - $29,699
Only those applicants residing within the City's low to moderate-income (LMI) neighborhoods may participate in the Work Skills Training Scholarship Program. All submitted applications will go through an address verification process to ensure that participants meet this program requirement. Participants must also self-certify household income and provide proof of their U.S. Citizen or legal resident status. Online applications are now open until Wednesday, June 29 at 11:59 p.m. at this link: APPLY HERE |
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Are you passionate about growth? Apply Today!Application deadline: June 16, 2022
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment to help small businesses grow and create jobs by providing them with greater access to education, capital, and business support services. To date, more than 10,000 business owners have graduated from the program across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.
Through the program, you will gain practical skills across topics such as financial statements negotiation, marketing, and employee management, and gain the tools to develop a customized business plan for growth—for free. Classes begin September 13, 2022.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
• Be based in South Florida
• Be in operation for at least two years
• Have revenue of $75,000 minimum in the most recent fiscal year
• Have a minimum of 2 full-time employees (including the owner)
APPLY TODAY |
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Available Grants and/or Loans and Credit Program |
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Paycheck Protection Program borrowers: If your loan is $150,000 or less, you may be eligible to apply for direct forgiveness through the SBA, using their online portal. Follow the steps below. 1. Find out if your lender is participating. 2. Watch a video about how to use the portal. 3. Apply for forgiveness.
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International E-commerce For Small Businesses
Demystifying B2C cross-border trade This workshop will reveal the opportunities and tools needed to successfully launch and grow a B2C revenue stream from international consumers. This workshop will inform you on the following critical aspects of accessing new international markets: Insights and training on export strategies; Tools and resources to enter new markets; Insights on how to build an export-friendly digital presence; and Guidance on package flow and preparing an export shipment. Have an e-commerce site? Want to know what it would take to grow your cross-border transactions? According to the International Monetary Fund, 87% of the world economic growth will take place outside of the US. For Cross border B2C e-commerce, that represents over US1.2 trillion in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) transactions by the year 2022 – with a 25% growth rate. Learn the 5 steps you must take to become a successful cross-border B2C e-commerce business.
Monday, June 13 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Magical Mystery Tour of Marketing Your Business
You know why your business rocks. Does anyone else? Take this class to uncover the characteristics that make up your business’ DNA. Soon, you’ll be able to boost consumer loyalty and company profits. After answering the two most important questions in all of marketing, you’ll be ready to skillfully implement customer-winning strategies and face the competition. Tuesday, June 14 • 10AM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Start Up, Start Right Webinar
A great small business always starts out as an idea, but eventually that idea needs to be turned into a reality. Most businesses never get started because individuals tend to overthink and feel overwhelmed with the process. Getting a business started is easier than you think. During our workshop, we will cover basic steps to turn your idea into a reality. Like any big goal, we will start by breaking it down into smaller tasks. This course will cover the legal, financial and marketing aspects you will be able to tackle in order to get started. Also highlight resources available to ensure your success. Tuesday, June 14 • 1PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Disaster Preparedness WebinarsPlanning what to do in case of a disaster is an important part of being prepared. This is true for the safety of your family as well as for your business. Disasters can take many forms and the financial cost of rebuilding after a disaster can be overwhelming. If you’re prepared for emergencies, you’ll be in a better position to recover and continue personal and business operations should disaster strike. With hurricane season starting on June 1st in Florida, make sure to join the Disaster Preparedness Plan webinar. English • Tuesday, June 14 • 3:30PM • Webinar • Free • Register
Spanish • Thursday, June 16 • 3:30PM • Webinar • Free • Register
Plan Your Next Technology Project Like a Pro
Technology projects are good examples of high risk and high rewards. They tend to be expensive, time consuming and disruptive, but done well, they can be the fuel businesses need to reach the next level.
During this workshop, we’ll provide you with a hands-on crash course on technology projects including:- Introducing you to some of the main technologies used for business growth
- Examples of technology projects that have enabled huge leaps for their business owners.
- Steps professional project managers go through to ensure they lay the foundations for successful technology projects.
- Interactive opportunities to build your own strategic plans
This workshop is perfect for any small business owner contemplating making large investments of time or energy in implementing new technologies for their business.Tuesday, June 14 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Path to Prosperity: Incentivizing Small Business to Build a Path Forward Our presenters will share how financial institutions, non-profits and community-based organizations can encourage the development of a “Path to Prosperity” by incentivizing unbanked and under-banked small business owners and individuals to establish a relationship with an insured financial institution and/or accessing financial services.
This virtual summit will focus on the southern United States and we will be hearing from experts in the banking and lending industry, community partners, government contracting officers, and Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander-owned small businesses engaged in healthcare services.
Tuesday, June 14 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Dig into Digital: Understanding the foundations of Digital Marketing and Analytics
Lay the foundation for successful digital marketing campaigns and online presence by understanding key terms and practices such as: - How brands work online
- How to pick a platform/s
- Understand social media analytics
- Marketing Tools and Resources
Wednesday, June 15 • 1PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
HR 101: Hiring, Firing and Other Key HR Basics for Small Business Owners If you are a business owner with employees or preparing to hire employees for the very first time, understanding the various ever-changing employment laws can feel a bit overwhelming. This webinar will help you familiarize yourself with essential HR and employment law topics that you should be aware of when it comes to recruiting, hiring, firing and everything in between. Some highlights of what will be reviewed include: Employment laws are most often violated by Small Businesses Recruiting Interviewing Hazards Reference & Background Checks Onboarding Independent Contractor vs. Employee Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employee Discipline Termination And more…
Wednesday, June 15 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
6 Creative Ways to Use Automation Business automation is everywhere. It’s the “sorry I missed you” email from a salesperson who just left you a voicemail. The birthday coupon from a restaurant. The reminder from a retailer that you added a product to your shopping cart, but never clicked “buy.” Automation has become a key to success in every industry. But automation isn’t just reserved for big corporations. Small businesses can also incorporate automation in some very simple, effective, and creative ways. In this session, you’ll learn how to:
- Increase email signups with dynamic forms
- Engage new subscribers with a simple two-part automated series
- Use click segmentation and automation to send more timely and relevant emails. Thursday, June 16 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
June 24th: Tea with Commissioner Torey Alston, featuring OESBD Director Sandy-Michael E. McDonald at 9AM - Register
June 29th: TATP: Understanding OESBD Programs and Services, featuring Sandy-Michael McDonald at 3:00 PM - Register |
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Noise Regulations in EffectEffective June 1st, select Hollywood businesses must have a Noise Level Detection Device installed. Learn more about the new rules in effect for residents, business owners, and vacation rental property owners HERE.
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