Running a Nonprofit Like a Business

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A nonprofit is an actual business and needs to be managed like one. This includes all the normal financial, operational, sales (fundraising) and regulatory issues that all small organizations deal […]

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Q and A with SBA

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You ask. We answer. Join our virtual Q & A with SBA session monthly. We answer a few of the questions we received during the month and then answer your questions. Hosted by the SBA West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee district offices.

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Event Series WVSU’s Birth of a Business

WVSU’s Birth of a Business

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Six-week course with a comprehensive understanding of the essential aspects of business structuring, the different types of legal structures, the pros and cons of each structure, and how to select the appropriate legal structure for your business. January 18, 2024 5:30 PM EST January 25, 2024 5:30 PM EST February 1, 2024 5:30 PM EST […]

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National Small Business Week 2024

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For more than 50 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. NSBW is co-hosted by SCORE, mentors to America's small businesses and a resource partner of SBA.

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Cost Effective Marketing Strategies

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Marketing budgets keep getting tighter. It makes sense for you to manage your dollars (and time), using only marketing strategies that work for your business. We’ll cover traditional marketing avenues like billboards and radio, as well as newer methods, and teach you what works and how to save money. Presented in cooperation with SBA’s Virginia […]

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Why You Need an LLC

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Owners of the smallest businesses often don’t choose liability protection when they register to open their business. Liability protection provided by the LLC is critical to YOUR long-term, personal financial health. We’ll show you how to take advantage of the LLC and how to do it right.

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What Your Business Lender Wishes You Knew

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Looking for a business loan? Wish you had the inside scoop on what your lenders are going to be looking for? We know the process of getting a small business loan is complicated. Help cut down on all the extra steps and join us as we cover what your lender is looking for when you […]

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Q and A with SBA

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You ask. We answer. Join our virtual Q & A with SBA session monthly. We answer a few of the questions we received during the month and then answer your questions. Hosted by the SBA West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee district offices.

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Making the Most of Your Social Media Posts

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There are 4.7 billion social media users and the average person uses 7 different social networks per month and spend at least 95 minutes per day on social media sites. If you’re not marketing your business on social media, you’re not really marketing your business at all. We’ll cover— • who uses which platform • […]

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Business Resources for Veterans

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It’s time to get ahead of the competition and access the small business resources are out there meant for you. This expanded session includes-- • Financing for your business. • Veteran federal contracting. • Veteran Surplus Property program. • Professional, confidential business consulting. Join our session revealing the best resources for veteran business owners. We’ll […]

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