The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center at Gwinnett to Present Four Business Seminars in March

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Tuesday, February 16th, 2016

Small Business Financing- The Myths & Realities

Tuesday, March 1st     6pm-9pm  $49

This three-hour seminar is designed to inform the small business owner about the myths and realities associated with pursuing financing for their business. Seeking a loan or investment for your small business can seem daunting- especially given the amount of incorrect or misleading information often provided about the process. Learn how small business financing really works, how to improve your chance of success and how to prepare yourself for the process of seeking financing.

Class held at UGA Gwinnett Campus, 2530 Sever Road Lawrenceville, GA 30043

For information, call 678-985-6820   

Register: www.georgiasbdc.org/training/?center=gwinnett

Starting a Business

Friday, March 18, 2016   9am-noon   $69

Attending this class may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your business because

lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail. Topics for discussion include: personal, market,

and financial feasibility; legal obligations for your business; estimating start-up costs and cash flow projections; financing alternatives; failure factors; and business planning. Presented by an experienced business professional, the course includes a detailed business start-up guide and other valuable handouts. Special pricing for multiple registrants.

Class held at UGA Gwinnett Campus, 2530 Sever Road Lawrenceville, GA 30043

For information, call 678-985-6820   

Register: www.georgiasbdc.org/training/?center=gwinnett

Writing an Effective Business Plan

Friday, March 18th    1pm-3pm    $49

A customized step by step integrated action plan that is essential to the success of your business.

Who should attend: Launch (businesses 0-2 years), Growth (businesses 3-5 years), Expansion Startups (businesses 5+ years)

Topics for discussion include:

  • Sections of a Business Plan

  • Format of a Business Plan

  • Balance Sheet

  • Financial Projections

  • Capital Equipment List

  • Sources of Capital

Class held at UGA Gwinnett Campus, 2530 Sever Road Lawrenceville, GA 30043

For information, call 678-985-6820   

Register: www.georgiasbdc.org/training/?center=gwinnett

BOTH= Starting a Business + Writing an Effective Business Plan $95.

Friday, March 18th    9am-noon  + 1pm-3pm

Class held at UGA Gwinnett Campus, 2530 Sever Road Lawrenceville, GA 30043

For information, call 678-985-6820   

Register: www.georgiasbdc.org/training/?center=gwinnett