GEORGIA SMALL BUSINESS WEEK

Description

Sandy Springs merchants are encouraged to participate in acknowledging Georgia Small Business Week in at least one of the following ways:

• Offer a Special Deal that week 
• Thank or Recognize employees for their efforts 
• Wrap up the work week at half a day on Friday 
• Offer a catered lunch to staff
• Take a Free online webinar at www.SBA.gov : 

  3 Recommended Topics Offered by the Federal Small Business Administration Office Online February 16-20, 2015:

• • The SHOP Marketplace - Webinar - 
    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, is offering a webinar series for small business employers, agents, brokers and other interested stakeholders, about important changes in the Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP). The presentation will focus on the federally-run SHOP Marketplace and subject matter experts will be on hand to take questions following the presentation. The audio portion of the webinar will be delivered via your computer. Please check your computer settings in advance to ensure that your speaker volume is adjusted appropriately.  https://www.sba.gov/node/1434631
     

  • Marketing to Government Agencies and Primes - Webinar
    Did you know the federal government is the largest purchaser of goods and services in the world? SBA helps to ensure small businesses get fair opportunities to share federal government prime contracts. Good marketing is the key to your success in federal procurement. Marketing Professionals from the Regional Contracting Assistance Center (RCAC) will walk us through some best practices, including how to approach agencies and match-making event tools. We'll also cover that all important Statement of Capabilities, developing a successful online profile, and how even a little thing like a business card can impact your chances in the federal market place.60 minutes. 
    https://www.sba.gov/tools/content/marketing-government-agencies-primes

  • Secrets to Business Financing Success - Webinar
    Most small business owners do not get financing to start or grow their businesses from the bank. In this webinar, learn about several alternatives to bank financing, how to value thecollateral these alternatives lend against, and how to structure financing that grows along with your growing business. 
    https://www.sba.gov/tools/content/2015-webinar-series-secrets-business-financing-success-0