Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College

Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College The Ohio SBDC located at Lakeland Community College serves both Lake and Geauga Counties. We offer b SBDCs throughout the U.S.
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We (Small Business Development Center) provide assistance to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs throughout Lake and Geauga Counties. SBDCs help entrepreneurs realize the dream of business ownership and help existing businesses remain competitive in a complex, ever-changing global marketplace. are hosted by leading universities and state economic development agencies, and funded in part th

rough a partnership with SBA. SBDC advisors provide aspiring and current small business owners a variety of free business consulting and low-cost training services including: start-up business training, business plan development, manufacturing assistance, financial packaging and lending assistance, marketing and market research assistance, human resource guidance, and technical assistance to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Hurry!  Register NOW for QuickBooks Online for Beginners In Person Workshop taking place on October 5, 2023 from 9am to ...
09/27/2023

Hurry! Register NOW for QuickBooks Online for Beginners In Person Workshop taking place on October 5, 2023 from 9am to 12:30pm at Lakeland Community College's Holden UC in Kirtland, Ohio. This in depth training taught by a QB ProAdvisor is only $99. Register and Pay at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430019

No need to already have QuickBooks. Just bring your laptop and we will give you the link to a sample company to follow along for the class.

Instructed by Kathleen Smychynsky-QuickBooks ProAdvisor, Enrolled Agent & Tax Accountant at KMS Tax & Accounting Solutions

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College

Do you require financial assistance to start a business or grow an existing business? Securing small business loans can ...
09/18/2023

Do you require financial assistance to start a business or grow an existing business? Securing small business loans can be challenging, but help is available. Join us on 10/17/23 at 3pm for our Loan Resources and Networking Event where experts from the SBDC, Geauga Growth Partnership, Inc., Geauga County Economic Development, the SBA, The Middlefield Banking Company and Growth Capital Corp will provide information on where to find help, types of lending programs, and tips on how to obtain financing. Plus, Network with other Business Owners, Resource Organizations and Lenders in the Community! It's FREE to attend! Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430023

Looking for Networking opportunities? Join the STS Entrepreneurs Idea Tank Meeting tonight at Sol Restaurant in Willough...
09/12/2023

Looking for Networking opportunities? Join the STS Entrepreneurs Idea Tank Meeting tonight at Sol Restaurant in Willoughby from 5 to 7pm. It's a gathering of like minded individuals to discuss business ideas! There's opportunity to present ideas with open feedback. Also, you can practice money pitches. No fee or reservations required!

STS Entrepreneurs Idea Tank Meeting today, 9/12/23, from 5pm to 7pm at Sol Restaurant in Downtown Willoughby (38257 Glenn Ave, Willoughby, 44094). Gather with like minded individuals to discuss business ideas! There's an opportunity to present ideas with open feedback. Also, you can practice money pitches. No fee or reservations required! All Entrepreneurs are welcome!

We will Never Forget 9/11/01 as it will always be a day of Remembrance. “We have seen the state of our union in the endu...
09/11/2023

We will Never Forget 9/11/01 as it will always be a day of Remembrance.

“We have seen the state of our union in the endurance of rescuers working past exhaustion. We've seen the unfurling of flags, the lighting of candles, the giving of blood, the saying of prayers in English, Hebrew, and Arabic. We have seen the decency of a loving and giving people who have made the grief of strangers their own.” Former President George W. Bush

Hurry!  Register NOW for our FREE webinar on When and How to Outsource Help for Your Small Business taking place on Thur...
09/06/2023

Hurry! Register NOW for our FREE webinar on When and How to Outsource Help for Your Small Business taking place on Thursday, 9/14 from 10am to 11:30am. Register at the following link: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430020

In this webinar, a panel of three experts who provide various B2B services will address what situations might be best to outsource certain jobs, general costs, key factors to consider and what is involved when hiring those services.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland C.C. in Partnership with Eastern Lake County Chamber of Commerce.

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Happy Labor Day from all of us at the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College ! Hope everyone is enjoying the well deser...
09/04/2023

Happy Labor Day from all of us at the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College ! Hope everyone is enjoying the well deserved long holiday weekend 😃

Join us for our Small Business Loan Resources and Networking Event on October 17, 2023 from 3pm to 5:30pm where experts ...
08/31/2023

Join us for our Small Business Loan Resources and Networking Event on October 17, 2023 from 3pm to 5:30pm where experts from the SBDC, Geauga Growth Partnership, Geauga County Economic Development, the SBA, Middlefield Bank and Growth Capital will provide information on where to find help, types of lending programs, and tips on how to obtain financing. Plus, Network with other Business Owners, Resource Organizations and Lenders in the Community! It's FREE to attend! Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430023

Complimentary Coffee, Bottled Water and Snacks will be provided- Sponsored by Growth Capital Corp and The Middlefield Banking Company

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College in partnership with Geauga Growth Partnership, Inc.

This Event is Hosted by Geauga County CED

Looking for Small Business Networking opportunities in the local area?  Then join the Lake County Three-Chamber Business...
08/29/2023

Looking for Small Business Networking opportunities in the local area? Then join the Lake County Three-Chamber Business After-Hours event at Dukes N' Boots in Willoughby NEXT Tuesday, September 5 from 5pm to 7pm. Admission is $20 for chamber members and $25 for non-chamber members. Networking is great for sharing ideas, finding new opportunities, making connections and increasing your confidence.

🤝 Join us for a Three-Chamber Business After-Hours event at Dukes N' Boots NEXT Tuesday! 🍻👢 Connect with fellow members from Eastern Lake County, Mentor Area, and Willoughby Western Lake County Chambers at this end-of-summer, post Labor Day gathering. Bring your business cards and let's celebrate the season together.

Date: Tuesday, Sep 5, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT

Location:
Dukes N' Boots
4027 Erie Street
Willoughby, OH 44094

Admission:
$20 for chamber members
$25 for non-chamber members

https://business.easternlakecountychamber.org/events/details/three-chamber-business-after-hours-dukes-n-boots-24201

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According to the latest report from the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index., labor quality, inflation, and hiring diffic...
08/23/2023

According to the latest report from the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index., labor quality, inflation, and hiring difficulties continue to be top concerns for Small Business Owners. Are you a small business owner challenged with hiring difficulties? Then join us for our When and How to Outsource Help for Your Small Business Webinar taking place on 9/14/23 at 10am. Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430020 . In this webinar, a panel of three experts who provide various B2B services will address what situations might be best to outsource certain jobs, general costs, key factors to consider and what is involved when hiring those services. Presented by Laura Licursi, Founder of Elite Virtual Assistants , Kevin Synk, Fractional CFO, Interim CFO and Consultant and Sarah Bals, Founder and CEO of 440 Marketing. Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland C.C. in Partnership with the Eastern Lake County Chamber of Commerce.

Are thinking about starting a business, but you're not sure where to begin?  Then join Experts from the Ohio Small Busin...
08/15/2023

Are thinking about starting a business, but you're not sure where to begin? Then join Experts from the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Lakeland Community College as they address the important start up steps On Building a Successful Enterprise (On BASE). The next live webinar takes place on 9/12/23 from 10am to 11:30am. It's FREE to attend. Register at the following: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430021

The labor shortage in the U.S. is no secret and has affected businesses of all industries.  Outsourcing some of the task...
08/08/2023

The labor shortage in the U.S. is no secret and has affected businesses of all industries. Outsourcing some of the tasks at your business allows you to control costs, increase efficiency, and focus on areas of your business in which you specialize and enjoy. Join us for When and How to Outsource Help for Your Small Business Webinar taking place on 9/14/23 at 10am. Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430020

In this webinar, a panel of three experts who provide various B2B services will address what situations might be best to outsource certain jobs, general costs, key factors to consider and what is involved when hiring those services.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland C.C. in Partnership with the Eastern Lake County Chamber of Commerce

Register NOW for Email Marketing: The Secret Sauce for Small Business Success Webinar taking place on Wednesday, August ...
07/27/2023

Register NOW for Email Marketing: The Secret Sauce for Small Business Success Webinar taking place on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430011

In this enlightening webinar, small business owners will discover the secrets of successful email marketing that will keep their customers engaged and create a loyal following. Gain insider knowledge on how to build an impressive email list, craft captivating campaigns, and track vital metrics while staying compliant with the law. Topics covered include:

-Importance of email marketing
-Pros and Cons of most popular email marketing platforms
-Building an email list (on the right side of the law)
-Creating engaging content – tips, easy-to-use tools, and techniques
-Email automation, promotion, and segmentation
-Measuring success: email analytics and optimization
-Resources and Wrap up

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College

Presented by Tiffany Lardomita, Senior Account Manager and Program Director of Marketing Training Room at Front Burner Marketing.

HURRY!  Last chance to Register for our Small Business Succession Planning Lunch and Learn Seminar taking place next Tue...
07/21/2023

HURRY! Last chance to Register for our Small Business Succession Planning Lunch and Learn Seminar taking place next Tuesday, July 25 from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Cost is only $10 and includes a boxed lunch sponsored by Dworken & Bernstein and Ohio Employee Ownership Center at Kent State University. Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430012. Deadline to register is Monday, July 24 by 3pm.

In this seminar, Experts Joshua J. Strickland, Esq. from Dworken & Bernstein and Chris Cooper, Director of Ohio Employee Ownership Center at Kent State, will help guide business owners through the important steps of preparing for the day when it’s time to sell the business and/or transfer the business on to a family member or key employee. Topics covered include:

*Estate Planning, Trusts, POAs, the Probate Process and What happens if you do not have an estate plan.
*Determining your goals and objectives and setting a timetable.
*Preparing your Business for Sale: Best Practices, Determining Value and Securing Relationships.
*Succession Planning Strategies.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College in partnership with Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce

Just want to thank  Dworken & Bernstein, a full service law firm, for continuing to be a Premier Sponsor of our Ohio SBD...
07/20/2023

Just want to thank Dworken & Bernstein, a full service law firm, for continuing to be a Premier Sponsor of our Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College! Dworken & Bernstein offers legal assistance to Individuals, Families and Businesses. Included in their practice areas for Businesses are Business Law, Business Bankruptcy, Commercial Litigation, Commercial Real Estate Law, and Immigration Law for Businesses. Dworken & Bernstein has partnered with our Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and presented their Legal Expertise on various business trainings throughout the years including Employment Law, Business Contracts, Protecting Intellectual Property (Trademarks and Copyrights) and Succession Planning. Join us next week for our Small Business Succession Planning Lunch and Learn Seminar where Josh Strickland, Esq., from Dworken & Bernstein, Co., LPA will be one of two presenters to discuss Estate Planning and other related topics: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430012 Find out more about Dworken & Bernstein by going to their website at https://dworkenlaw.com/ Thanks Dworken & Bernstein for being such a great partner and helping our local small business community achieve success!

Congratulations to Karen Hadden, owner of The Helicopter Daughter Boutique , for being featured on New Day Cleveland!  K...
07/12/2023

Congratulations to Karen Hadden, owner of The Helicopter Daughter Boutique , for being featured on New Day Cleveland! Karen was a former Accountant and QuickBooks instructor for the SBDC at Lakeland Community College. However, Karen changed gears a few years back after going through a challenging time when both of her parents passed away. She made it her mission to start a new business where she would "provide an uplifting space to find products, tools and resources for helping others achieve balance in simple ways while being able to share stories of self-care and healing." It was at this time that Karen then became both a client and attendee of the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College where she received both start up guidance and marketing assistance for her new business. You can find out more information about The Helicopter Daughter Boutique regarding location, store hours, products and other resources by going to her website at the following: https://thehelicopterdaughter.com/ . Meanwhile, click on the video below to check out her fantastic interview! Wishing Karen Hadden much success on her amazing business! To register for our free business counseling or business trainings at our center, go to our website at: https://www.lakelandcc.edu/sbdc

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Join the STS Business Networking Group tonight at 5pm at Sol in downtown Willoughby.  All Entrepreneurs are welcome!
07/11/2023

Join the STS Business Networking Group tonight at 5pm at Sol in downtown Willoughby. All Entrepreneurs are welcome!

STS Shark Tank Entrepreneur Meeting today, July 11 from 5pm to 7pm at Sol Restaurant in Downtown Willoughby (38257 Glenn Ave, Willoughby, 44094). Gather with like minded individuals to discuss business ideas! There's an opportunity to present ideas with open feedback. Also, you can practice money pitches. No fee or reservations required!

Are you interested in starting a business?  Then REGISTER NOW for our On BASE Start Up Business Training Webinar taking ...
07/10/2023

Are you interested in starting a business? Then REGISTER NOW for our On BASE Start Up Business Training Webinar taking place this Wednesday, July 12 from 10am to 11:30am. In this webinar, Experts from the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Lakeland Community College will discuss the important start up steps On Building a Successful Enterprise (On BASE). Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430018

Are you considering which of your existing employees could step into a critical role, should one become available?  Join...
07/05/2023

Are you considering which of your existing employees could step into a critical role, should one become available? Join us on July 25, 2023 for our Small Business Succession Planning Lunch and Learn Seminar. Cost is only $10 and includes lunch. Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430012

In this seminar, Experts Joshua J. Strickland, Esq. from Dworken & Bernstein and Chris Cooper, Director of Ohio Employee Ownership Center at Kent State, will help guide business owners through the important steps of preparing for the day when it’s time to sell the business and/or transfer the business on to a family member or key employee. Topics covered include:

*Estate Planning, Trusts, POAs, the Probate Process and What happens if you do not have an estate plan.
*Determining your goals and objectives and setting a timetable.
*Preparing your Business for Sale: Best Practices, Determining Value and Securing Relationships.
*Succession Planning Strategies.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College

Lunch sponsored by Dworken & Bernstein and Ohio Employee Ownership Center at Kent State.

Planning for the future is essential in the business world and is especially true for small business owners. Whether planning for retirement or preparing for unexpected life events, a Small Business Succession Plan ensures the business transfers to the right people, operations continue to run smooth...

Happy Independence Day from all of us at the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College to all of you! And thank you to all...
07/04/2023

Happy Independence Day from all of us at the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College to all of you! And thank you to all who fought tirelessly to protect our freedom as we celebrate America's Birthday today 🇺🇲

Our Start-up Business Planning: Live at the HIVE! Event yesterday was a great success! Thank you to our wonderful presen...
06/22/2023

Our Start-up Business Planning: Live at the HIVE! Event yesterday was a great success! Thank you to our wonderful presenters including Cathy Walsh, Gretchen Skok DiSanto, Tom Reynolds, Mike Cooper, Leah Hartmann, and Sam Skidmore. And thank you HIVE- Lakeland Community College for hosting the event and sharing with us the amazing tools available for creative entrepreneurs!

Hello summer! Our SBDC Team enjoyed the three chamber networking event last night! Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce Willo...
06/22/2023

Hello summer! Our SBDC Team enjoyed the three chamber networking event last night! Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce Eastern Lake County Chamber of Commerce

06/14/2023

Planning for the future is essential in the business world and is especially true for small business owners. Join us on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 from 11:30am to 1:30pm for our Small Business Succession Planning Lunch and Learn Seminar taking place at Lakeland Community College's Holden University Center. Cost is only $10 and includes a boxed lunch. Register and Pay at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430012

This Small Business Succession Planning Lunch and Learn Seminar will help guide business owners through the important steps of preparing for the day when it’s time to sell the business and/or transfer the business on to a family member or key employee. Topics covered in the is Lunch and Learn Seminar are:

1. Estate Planning, Trusts, POAs, the Probate Process and What happens if you do not have an estate plan.
2. Determining your goals and objectives and setting a timetable.
3. Preparing your Business for Sale: Best Practices, Determining Value and Securing Relationships.
4. Succession Planning Strategies.

A Complimentary Boxed Lunch is included Sponsored by Dworken & Bernstein, Co. L.P.A. and Ohio Employee Ownership Center at Kent State University

Speakers: Joshua J. Strickland, Esq., Dworken & Bernstein, Co., LPA and Chris Cooper, Director of OEOC at Kent State

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College in partnership with Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce

The Ohio SBDC located at Lakeland Community College serves both Lake and Geauga Counties. We offer business workshops for start-ups, monthly seminars on various business topics for all small business owners and free business counseling.

Hurry!  Last Chance to Register for our 2023 Small Business Loan Series Webinar taking place this Wednesday, June 12 fro...
06/12/2023

Hurry! Last Chance to Register for our 2023 Small Business Loan Series Webinar taking place this Wednesday, June 12 from 10am to noon. It's FREE to attend. Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430008

In this webinar experts from the SBDC, the SBA, Dollar Bank and Growth Capital will address how to prepare for a business loan, where to find help, types of lending programs, and how to obtain financing.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College

TODAY: Join Small Business Digital Alliance for a webinar about FREE tools to help small businesses  ! Tune in at 2pm ET...
06/07/2023

TODAY: Join Small Business Digital Alliance for a webinar about FREE tools to help small businesses ! Tune in at 2pm ET. Register at: https://www.smallbusinessdigitalalliance.com/event/national-webinar-digital-tools-for-entrepreneurs/?fbclid=IwAR3Fv4mdq4yWQDquMR9THyHPA1-d35Cwp1DMaNUvovLvWCoUxul4zy9EjQc

WHAT: Virtual Webinar: Digital Tools for Entrepreneurs WHO: Isabella Casillas Guzman 27th Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration Additional Guests to be Announced Soon WHEN: Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT Please note: This call is on the record. Please share the....

05/30/2023

Are you thinking about turning your creative talent into a business? Then join us on June 21, 2023 from 10am to noon for Start-Up Business Planning: Live at the HIVE! It's FREE to attend! Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430013

In this workshop, Experts from the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Lakeland Community College will address the important start up steps on planning a new business. Using the Business Model Canvas, attendees will learn through a 'hands on' approach in determining their business infrastructure, customers, costs and revenue streams. Taking place at Lakeland Community College's HIVE Makerspace, attendees will also be able to learn about and explore the creative environment where design thinking is encouraged. Visit the HIVE's Lab and Print Shop which houses 3D Printers, Laser Cutter-Engravers, CNC routers and Industrial Sewing Machines all available for public use.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College

The Ohio SBDC located at Lakeland Community College serves both Lake and Geauga Counties. We offer business workshops for start-ups, monthly seminars on various business topics for all small business owners and free business counseling.

05/29/2023
Do you require financial assistance to start a business or expand an existing business? Securing small business loans ca...
05/24/2023

Do you require financial assistance to start a business or expand an existing business? Securing small business loans can be challenging. Join us on Wednesday, June 14 at 10am for our 2023 Small Business Loan Series Webinar. It's FREE to attend.
Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430008

In this webinar experts from the SBDC, the SBA, Dollar Bank and Growth Capital will address how to prepare for a loan, where to find help, types of lending programs, and how to obtain financing.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College

05/17/2023

Hurry! Last Chance to Register for QuickBooks Online for Beginners In Person Workshop taking place on May 25, 2023 from 9am to 12:30pm at Lakeland Community College's Holden UC in Kirtland, Ohio. This in depth training taught by a QB ProAdvisor is only $99. Register and Pay at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430005

No need to already have QuickBooks. Just bring your laptop and we will give you the link to a sample company to follow along for the class.

Instructed by Kathleen Smychynsky-QuickBooks ProAdvisor, Enrolled Agent & Tax Accountant at KMS Tax & Accounting Solutions.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College.

The Ohio SBDC located at Lakeland Community College serves both Lake and Geauga Counties. We offer business workshops for start-ups, monthly seminars on various business topics for all small business owners and free business counseling.

HURRY! LAST CHANCE to register for our Start Up Business Training Webinar taking place this Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 1...
05/15/2023

HURRY! LAST CHANCE to register for our Start Up Business Training Webinar taking place this Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 10am. It's FREE to attend! Join Experts as they address the important start up steps On Building a Successful Enterprise (On BASE). Register at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=82430009

America’s Seed Fund Week is an online event held over four days in May to connect entrepreneurs working on advanced tech...
05/13/2023

America’s Seed Fund Week is an online event held over four days in May to connect entrepreneurs working on advanced technologies and the organizations that support them to America’s Seed Fund, the country’s largest source of early-stage funding!

Join us May 15-18, 2023 for America's Seed Fund Week and Startup Expo! Registration is NOW OPEN!

Applications Now Open for “America’s Top Small Business” through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.  Ten small businesses wil...
05/08/2023

Applications Now Open for “America’s Top Small Business” through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Ten small businesses will be named as semi-finalists for each of seven U.S. regions and recognized at a local ceremony and across media. The highest-scoring business in each region will be named a regional finalist and go on to compete for the title of “America’s Top Small Business” and win a $25,000 cash prize! :

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Will Award $25,000 to the Winner

Did you know that 99.9% of businesses across the US are small businesses and that nearly half of all U.S. employees are ...
05/04/2023

Did you know that 99.9% of businesses across the US are small businesses and that nearly half of all U.S. employees are employed by a small business? Not so small after all 😀 Thank You Small Business Owners for all that you do!!!

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Thanks to the 33.2 million small businesses that POWER America's economy, create jobs, and make our communities more vibrant places to live and work.

🙌🇺🇸 Happy Wednesday, America! Day 2 of National Small Business Week Virtual Summit.  First Workshop starts at 10am.  You...
05/03/2023

🙌🇺🇸 Happy Wednesday, America! Day 2 of National Small Business Week Virtual Summit. First Workshop starts at 10am. You can still register to attend some of the virtual workshops at: https://vevents.virtualtradeshowhosting.com/event/NSBWVirtualSummit/register?mcc=SBA

🙌🇺🇸 Happy Wednesday, America!

It's day 2 of the SBA and SCORE Mentors National Virtual Summit. Here is today's workshop schedule:

• 10:00am ET: Fueling Growth: The Impact Digitizing Payments Has On Your Business by Visa
• 11:05am ET: Evolving Your Small Business with the Power of 5G by T-Mobile
• 12:10pm ET: Small Business Payment Strategies to Optimize Your Payment Processes by Worldpay
• 1:15pm ET: Future-Proofing Your Small Business for Long-Term Success by Pie Insurance
• 2:20pm ET: The Future of Commerce: 2023 Edition by Square
• 3:25pm ET: Growing Your Business and Making an Impact with E-Commerce by Amazon.com
• 4:30pm ET: Tapping Tech to Elevate Performance, Productivity, and Profitability by Zebra Technologies
• 5:30pm ET: Ushering in the Second Half of 2023: Key Insights for SMBs by TriNet

▶️ Register now: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw

Happy National Small Business Week!  Taking place this week from April 30 to May 6, 2023, the U.S. Small Business Admini...
05/01/2023

Happy National Small Business Week! Taking place this week from April 30 to May 6, 2023, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness. Find out more about National Small Business Week, business resources and virtual events at the following: https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week

The Lake County Small Business EXPO 2023 was another huge success!  What a great networking opportunity for small busine...
05/01/2023

The Lake County Small Business EXPO 2023 was another huge success! What a great networking opportunity for small business owners. Paired with business workshops taught by experts who were informative, interesting and engaging, this event covered it all!

04/25/2023

Need to manage your small business bookkeeping more efficiently? Then Register Now for QuickBooks Online for Beginners In Person Training taking place on May 25, 2023 from 9am to 12:30pm at Lakeland Community College. This in depth workshop taught by a QB ProAdvisor is only $99. Register and Pay at: https://clients.ohiosbdc.ohio.gov/workshop.aspx?ekey=82430005

This hands-on, instructor-led live QuickBooks training for Beginners will show you how to unlock the power of QuickBooks, and take direct control of your business finances. Topics covered include:

• QuickBooks Online benefits & features
• QuickBooks Online subscriptions – review various subscriptions and fees
• Setup a Company File – setting up new company file and updating from QB Desktop
• Overview of User interface – review menus and navigating throughout QBO
• Customizing your Company File – setting preferences, adding users
• Chart of Accounts – standard COA and customizing for your business
• Classes & Locations – brief overview
• Accounts Receivable & Customers – products & services, customers, sales receipts, invoices, payments, credit memos, refunds, statements
• Accounts Payable & Vendors – vendors, purchase orders, entering bills, paying bills
• Journal Entries – basic overview covering debits & credits
• Banking Downloads – connecting banks, adding & matching transactions
• Reconciling accounts – basic overview of reconciliations
• Reporting – review basic reports, balance sheet, profit & loss, custom reports
• Payroll – Basic overview of payroll setup & settings
• Q&A with QuickBooks Pro-Advisor

No need to already have QuickBooks. Just bring your laptop and we will give you the link to a sample company to follow for the class.

Presented by Kathleen Smychynsky-QuickBooks ProAdvisor, Enrolled Agent & Tax Accountant at KMS Tax & Accounting Solutions.

Organized by the Ohio SBDC at Lakeland Community College.

The Ohio SBDC located at Lakeland Community College serves both Lake and Geauga Counties. We offer business workshops for start-ups, monthly seminars on various business topics for all small business owners and free business counseling.

There's still time to Register for Lake County's Biggest Business Networking and Educational Event: https://www.eventbri...
04/21/2023

There's still time to Register for Lake County's Biggest Business Networking and Educational Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-lake-county-small-business-expo-tickets-506648488267

The 4 Reasons you cannot afford to miss the Lake County Small Business EXPO:
1. Develop New Business Leads
2. Shop for New Ideas, Products and Services for your Business
3. Network with Peers and make new valuable connections
4. Learn from the Business Workshops included at this EXPO

The cost is only $15 and Includes a Continental Breakfast and Lunch. Too busy to be there for the entire event? No worries! Just stop by for an hour or two in the morning or afternoon to attend a workshop, network, and grab lunch! It's the cheapest investment you can make in your business with the best return!

There's still time to Register for Lake County's Biggest Business Networking and Educational Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-lake-county-small-business-expo-tickets-506648488267
The 4 Reasons you cannot afford to miss the Lake County Small Business EXPO:

1. Develop New Business Leads
2. Shop for New Ideas, Products and Services for your Business
3. Network with Peers and make new valuable connections
4. Learn from the Business Workshops included at this EXPO

The cost is only $15 and Includes a Continental Breakfast and Lunch. Too busy to be there for the entire event? No worries! Just stop by for an hour or two in the morning or afternoon to attend a workshop, network, and grab lunch! It's the cheapest investment you can make in your business with the best return!

Attention Small Business Owners!  Vendor Registration has been Extended-You can still get a booth space at the Lake Coun...
04/18/2023

Attention Small Business Owners! Vendor Registration has been Extended-You can still get a booth space at the Lake County Small Business EXPO to Showcase Your Business! The cost is only $200 if you're a Chamber Member at any of the Lake County Chambers and $300 if you're not. For more details, call 440-357-7572 or email [email protected]. You can also go to the following link to print, complete and email the form for Booth Space Only:https://www.easternlakecountychamber.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SmallBusinessExpo23_RegForm_12.7.pdf

Attention Small Business Owners! Vendor Registration has been Extended-You can still get a booth space at the Lake County Small Business EXPO to Showcase Your Business! The cost is only $200 if you're a Chamber Member at any of the Lake County Chambers and $300 if you're not. For more details, call 440-357-7572 or email [email protected]. You can also go to the following link to print, complete and email the form for Booth Space Only:https://www.easternlakecountychamber.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SmallBusinessExpo23_RegForm_12.7.pdf

Why should you get a Vendor Booth at the Lake County Small Business EXPO? Vendor tables give you the chance to Promote Your Brand and Expand Your Network. You are also able to get contact information from interested prospects that you can follow up with later. This is a great opportunity to let Lake County know You are their Local Connection for Your Business!

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