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April 2025

WEBINAR Biz Basics: Marketing 101

Apr 17, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

Understanding the basics of marketing is vital for successful launch and growth of any business. Marketing is the discipline where  you learn how to create & maintain demand, relevance, reputation, competitive positioning and more. Marketing is integral in all facets of launching, growing and maintaining your business in the short and long term. Marketing provides unique insights and direction to develop a product/service, identify/reach your target market, create compelling content, engage/inform customers and establish brand relevance. During this class we will introduce the concepts…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: Digital Marketing Automation-Leverage Your Business Growth

Apr 23, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free

This workshop will go over how you can set up an automated Digital Marketing system to grow your business by leverage your time using systems. Regardless of your business, you will learn how to take advantage of automation to beat your competitors and free up your valuable time. In this workshop you will discover: How to find and attract potential customers How to take interested leads and turn them into paying customers How to increase the lifetime value of your customers How…

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WEBINAR How Social Media, Marketing & Webspace Creation Work Together to Build Brand & Promote Sales

Apr 24, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

A cross-disciplinary workshop showing the relationship between Marketing, Website Design, and Social Media to build, promote and market a small business. This Multichannel workshop presents three advisors who'll share their expertise of their field and its application to small businesses as they proceed through the SBDC process. At the end of each advisors presentation there will be a 30 minute Q&A to ask questions across the multichannel. Instructor: Chérmelle Edwards, Debbie Goldfarb and Omari Valentine (SBDC Advisors) REGISTER NOW

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May 2025

WEBINAR E-Commerce Series: How to Sell Online

May 6, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

How to Sell Online – Part 1  5/6/2025 Selling things online in many ways mirrors selling in person. Learning the basics of eCommerce can help you make right decisions while setting up your own online store. In the first webinar of the series, we will discuss the options faced by new store owners and how to choose the right fit for your business goals. We will look at the initial steps needed to launch a store and put yourself in…

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WEBINAR Creating a Vlog to Promote Your Small Business

May 6, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Free

Have you been thinking of establishing a business vlog, but need some support in getting it off the ground? Do you want to find additional ways to add value and increase engagement on your social media platforms? If so, this workshop is for you. With free or low-cost resources, tools and platforms at our fingertips, writing, producing, delivering and posting a vlog on a regular basis does not have to be costly or difficult. In this interactive workshop, attendees will discover how to create a calendar…

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WEBINAR Supercharge Your Sales Growth—Sales Strategies That Work!

May 14, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Supercharge Your Sales Growth—Sales Strategies That Work. Are your sales, donors or members growing? Does your business struggle with converting your ideas, products and services into stronger sales results? Learn how to unlock and overcome your sales and fundraising hurdles to help your team reach new record-breaking success this year. Increase your potential using smarter strategies and digital tools to thrive and expand your 2nd quarter growth!   This Workshop Will Teach You How To: Ensure your digital ads deliver more…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: Dominating Your Local Market Online

May 28, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free

This workshop will go over methods and strategies to leverage online marketing and social media to dominate your local market. If you're looking for ways to attract new customers then this training will show you how to avoid common pitfalls and get ahead of your competition. In this workshop you will discover: i. The 4 areas of Digital Marketing that are essential to a successful business ii. Why the way people perceive you online makes all the difference iii. The proper way to…

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WEBINAR Small Business Big Reach-Tips, Tricks & Trends to Unlock/Dominate Your Social Media Presence

May 29, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Does timing your posts really boost visibility? Can a double-tap turn into a dollar? Is one app truly better than another—no matter the content? And what about those third-party editing tools—are they your secret weapon or just hype? Are all videos created equal, whether they’re Reels, Shorts, or part of a well curated grid? If you follow a trend, does it guarantee your brand will go viral?   This workshop unpacks the strategies a small business really needs.   Instructor:…

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June 2025

WEBINAR Threads vs. X: Crafting & Strategizing Text Driven Stories for Community Building and Sales

Jun 5, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Free

Threads is an app within an app driven by texts messages, then images.  X, formerly known as Twitter, is a post driven site historically known for sharing short text driven posts, where images have been secondary. How do these networks measure up for your small business.  In this workshop, we’ll define each app and their native functionality.  We’ll discuss the power and strategic use of text driven social media messages to communicate a business and its brand. We’ll answer what kind of strategies…

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WEBINAR Marketing Tools for the 21st Century

Jun 12, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

Market Intelligence is critical for every business to succeed throughout its business life cycle.  Please join Debbie Goldfarb as she reviews and explains the data needed to be gathered and analyzed in order to make pertinent and critical decisions about their business for the short and long term. During this class we will review both the traditional and new techniques used when understanding various facets of marketing & business. Instructor: Debbie Goldfarb (SBDC Advisor) is a well-respected marketing coach and consultant. For over…

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WEBINAR Media Training for Small Business Owners

Jun 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

In this workshop, you will learn what you need to know in order to conduct a successful media interview about your product or service. The media is everywhere nowadays in the form of traditional broadcast and print organizations as well as podcasts, live social media events and "citizen journalists." As a result, misinformation is rampant, and it is important to understand how to get your messages across to your customers in the way you intended.  This is an essential workshop for any…

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WEBINAR Using Text Marketing (SMS) to Grow Your Business

Jun 18, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Are you using SMS (Text) Marketing to Grow Your Business? Today's consumers rely on their smart phones and many prefer getting information through Text Marketing. However there are rules and best practices that can help you create successful text marketing campaigns and entice your contacts to subscribe. Attend this webinar to learn how to set up and execute SMS Text Marketing campaigns that keep your contacts subscribed and interacting with your company. Learn how to achieve your marketing goals by effectively adding…

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WEBINAR Social Media Solutions: Making Facebook Ads Work For You

Jun 25, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free

This workshop will uncover the mysteries of using Facebook Ads to grow your business. Regardless of your experience in Facebook Ads, this training will teach you how to set up your campaigns for success and get more from your advertising budget. In this workshop you will learn: i. If you're running your Facebook Ads correctly ii. The 5 pillars of successful Facebook Ads iii. The one thing that may be holding back your Facebook Ads iv. Why a marketing funnel is essential in…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: Get More Free Traffic to Your Website with These Simple SEO Techniques

Jun 26, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Free

Is your website getting all of the traffic it should be? Is it pulling in leads and sales? If not, your target audience may not be able to find you. Google search drives the majority of traffic on the internet. Learn the basics of search engine optimization (SEO) and start growing your search presence organically, using tried and true methods that are 100% free!   You will Learn: The difference between on-site and off-site SEO How to optimize your pages…

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July 2025

WEBINAR Website E-Smarts Series

Jul 15, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Free

7/15/2025 - Website 101 How to Plan Your New Website: This workshop is a starter course for business owners looking to build their first website. We will discuss what makes a good website and look at some things to consider before making an investment in one. We will compare and contrast the various options available in the marketplace for building a website, and cover the basics of search engine optimization, analytics and website security.   7/17/2025 - Website 102 Usability Design Basics…

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WEBINAR Website SEO Revealed-10 Tips to Search Engine Optimization!

Jul 16, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

How does your website perform when it comes to Search Engine Optimization (SEO)? Is your company showing up on search engines? Search Engine Optimization has changed with the addition of AI. Join us to review those changes to improve your results. Did you know that people searching for a product or service online typically buy within 1 day of that search? In fact, they often shop and purchase within hours of that search. Learn how to improve your websites' performance using…

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WEBINAR Biz Basics: Marketing 101

Jul 24, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

Understanding the basics of marketing is vital for successful launch and growth of any business. Marketing is the discipline where  you learn how to create & maintain demand, relevance, reputation, competitive positioning and more. Marketing is integral in all facets of launching, growing and maintaining your business in the short and long term. Marketing provides unique insights and direction to develop a product/service, identify/reach your target market, create compelling content, engage/inform customers and establish brand relevance. During this class we will introduce the concepts…

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WEBINAR Double Your Leads, Halve Your Effort: AI Automation for Smart Growth

Jul 30, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free

What if you could grow your business without working longer hours? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to build a powerful, automated marketing system—supercharged with AI—that works for you 24/7. Whether you’re a solopreneur or managing a growing team, this session will show you how to leverage cutting-edge tools to attract more leads, convert them into loyal customers, and boost your revenue with less stress and more consistency. In this workshop, you’ll discover: How to attract and capture high-quality…

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WEBINAR Mastering Storytelling for Community Building and Sales: Facebook vs. LinkedIn

Jul 31, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Optimize storytelling for community building and sales on two prominent social media platforms: Facebook and LinkedIn. In this user-friendly overview, we'll explore the unique features of both platforms, compare the benefits of sharing text and image updates, and explore real-life examples of personalities, brands, and companies leveraging these platforms to foster engagement and drive sales.   Instructor: Chérmelle Edwards (SBDC Advisor) and writer, photographer, and cultural strategist working across social media platforms. She specializes in creating brand-aligned content for businesses and…

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August 2025

WEBINAR Marketing Trends & Best Practice

Aug 7, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

The past five years have been chaotic and unforgiving to brands that didn’t or were unable to adapt to drastic changes in the way they do business. And, although we’re past COVID and its immediate impact we are still dealing with uncertain economic times, disrupted supply chains and labor shortages. Despite all of this—businesses have survived, and many have thrived among this challenging environment. Join us to learn more about the key economic and marketing trends/challenges that we are facing in 2025. In addition…

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WEBINAR Social Media 101-The Basics, What, When, Where and Why

Aug 14, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Discover the basics of getting 'on' social media. In this workshop we'll briefly cover main social platforms - what are they and how to use them. We'll discuss key terminology, cover how-to's (ie.e how to post, share stories, upload a video, write captions and create hashtags.) We'll cover best practices including how to use apps as a search engine, how to follow, share, comment and engage organically to build followers and community.   Chérmelle Edwards (SBDC Advisor) and writer, photographer, and cultural strategist…

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WEBINAR Creating an Effective Public Relations Plan

Aug 19, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Free

Publicizing your business is one of the most important steps a small business owner can take. Letting prospective customers/clients know about your business while building relationships with them is essential for growth and stability. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of launching a public relations campaign. Attendees will discover the importance of research, planning, identifying key customers and developing strategies and tactics. Participants will consider case studies, and be guided step-by-step through the process of creating their…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: Google Analytics 4 For Beginners

Aug 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

As Google has announced discontinuing data collection for Universal Analytics, it’s crucial to begin making the switch to for Google Analytics 4. We will walk through how to set up a new GA4 property and how to switch over from UA. We will go over each of the main features of GA4 and discuss which features are the most valuable for small businesses to tap into. Attend this 2-hour webinar to discover: What is GA4 and how it is different…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: Dominating Your Local Market Online

Aug 27, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free

This workshop will go over methods and strategies to leverage online marketing and social media to dominate your local market. If you're looking for ways to attract new customers then this training will show you how to avoid common pitfalls and get ahead of your competition. In this workshop you will discover: i. The 4 areas of Digital Marketing that are essential to a successful business ii. Why the way people perceive you online makes all the difference iii. The proper way to…

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September 2025

WEBINAR Writing a Solid Press Release

Sep 16, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Free

You’ve got a hot new product or service that you would like your prospective customers to know about. Or maybe, there has been a problem at your business that is attracting media attention. Whatever, the circumstance, knowing how to prepare a professional press release is a valuable skill for any business owner. In this webinar, we will examine what the media is looking for in a good press release. This a a hands-on workshop where participants will learn the parts of a press release and how to attract the attention of media…

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