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SUMMARY:2024 Business Management & Leadership Academy/UCR Micro BMA
DESCRIPTION:This university-accredited program is a practical 16-week course focused on providing entrepreneurs with the key business fundamentals of current issues\, challenges\, and opportunities in the evolving global environment.  Learners will develop a strong foundation in business fundamentals\, explore worldwide culture and diversity in business\, develop and apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills\, and analyze situations and issues relevant to today’s leaders. \nThis program is intended for companies that have been in business for at least 3 years and would like to scale up. Companies that want to become vendors for corporations\, government entities\, or utility agencies and/or are focused on Technology\, Logistics\, Construction\, Manufacturing\, Transportation\, Environmental sustainability\, and Healthcare access are encouraged to apply. \nREQUIREMENTS \n\nMust commit to attending all 16 sessions (3 hours each) of the program.\nMust be in business for at least three years.\nMust commit to completing three additional hours per week of asynchronous work.\nMust commit to a capabilities statement by the end of the program.\nMust commit to completing the application to obtain a minority and or woman-owned business certification by the end of the program.\n\n  \nSESSION SCHEDULE \n\nJul 13 – First session: Developing a winning capability statement that Generates Business\, Goals\, Mission\, and Vision. (IN PERSON)\nJuly 20 – Strategic Business Management & Leadership\nJuly 27 – Strategic Business Management & Leadership \nAug 03 – Economics\nAug 10 – Economics\nAug 17 – Culture and Diversity\nAug 24 – Human Resources and Management\nAug 31 – Holiday\nSep 07 – Marketing\nSep 14 – Marketing\nSep 21 – Marketing\nSep 28 – Human Resources Management\nOct 05 – Accounting and Finance\nOct 12 – Accounting and Finance\nOct 19 – Capability Statement\nOct 24 – Access to Capital/ Networking  (IN PERSON) \nOct 31 – Last Session\, Latina BizCon/Business Management Academy Graduation / Small Business Certification/ BIZMATCH  (IN PERSON)\n\nAdmission: $200 (Program total value is $1\,200\, 1-year NLBWA-IE Membership). \nScholarships: Available based on need and commitment. \nThe fee includes 1-year NLBWA-IE Membership.
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/business-management-leadership-academy-ucr-micro-bma/
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SUMMARY:Financing Your Business: How to Prepare to be Bankable
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Join us for an interactive session that promises to equip you with the tools and knowledge to become bankable! Our dynamic panel of experts is here to share their invaluable business insights. You’ll leave with a solid understanding of how to qualify for business loans and confidently achieve your business goals. Take advantage of this opportunity to secure your financial future and propel your business toward growth and success! \nREGISTER TODAY \nSPEAKERS\n\nLorena Maae\, Outreach & Marketing Specialist\, Orange County – Inland Empire District Office\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nDiane Lydon\, Business Outreach Manager for the Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Services\, DGS \nApril Lewis\, Loan Officer\, CDC Loans\nYvette Solis\, Small Business Specialist\, U.S. Bank\nCrystal Martinez\, Small Business Banker\, Bank of America\nCurtis Miller\, Community Lending and Investment Director at Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/financing-your-business-how-to-prepare-to-be-bankable-4/
LOCATION:Moreno Valley BERC\, 12625 Frederick St. Suite K-3\, Moreno Valley\, 92553\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Connect
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SUMMARY:2024 Latina BizCon™:  Dream\, Dare\, Do\, Latina Entrepreneurs Breaking Barriers
DESCRIPTION:2024 Latina BizCon™: Dream\, Dare\, Do\, Latina Entrepreneurs Breaking Barriers\nJoin us at the 2024 Latina BizCon™ to celebrate and support Latina entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers\, achieving wealth\, and creating a family legacy. \nThis year’s conference honors the perseverance\, creativity\, and impactful contributions of Latinas and Women of Color in the business world. \nOur goal is to inspire you to dream big\, dare to take bold steps\, break through barriers\, build wealth\, and create a legacy for your family. \nImagine the possibilities Latina BizCon™ can unlock\, empowering you to strive for the highest potential and set ambitious goals. Draw inspiration from motivational keynote speakers and success stories shared by trailblazing Latina Entrepreneurs. \nHarness the tools and confidence to take risks and pursue new opportunities with break-up sessions designed to challenge conventional thinking and ignite your entrepreneurial spirit.  \nEnhance your skills and learn how to safeguard your business against growing cyber threats. Learn Essential HR Practices and Business Insurance Solutions\, and network with like-minded potential clients and entrepreneurs. \nLearn how certification can give your business an edge and connect you with corporate and government buyers at the BIZMATCH session. Gain expert insights into new business opportunities through state certification. \nOn-site experts will guide you through the certification application process; just bring your laptop with uploaded financial documents. \nGet the most out of your event experience by securing an exhibit table and joining us at the exclusive VIP Closing Reception. Boost your networking and marketing efforts and form valuable connections to drive your business forward! \nREGISTER NOW \nFEATURED SPEAKERS\n \n \nAGENDA\n \n  \nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n \n \n \n \n \nBUSINESS MATCHMAKING\nDiscover the advantages of certifying your business to gain a competitive edge in your industry. Certification can prepare your business to participate in procurement and BIZMATCHING to bid on State\, Federal\, and corporate contracting opportunities. Come gain valuable insights from industry experts on how certification can give your business an advantage. \nCONFIRMED CORPORATE BUYERS \n \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nOUR SPONSORS\n \n \nREGISTER NOW \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at maria@nlbwa-ie.org \nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nWe are now accepting volunteer applications to assist us during the event. \nVOLUNTEER\n\nACCOMMODATIONS\nMarriott Riverside at the Convention Center\n3400 Market St\, Riverside\, CA 92501\n\nBOOK HOTEL\nDIRECTIONS AND PARKING\nThe Riverside Convention Center offers surface parking immediately adjacent to the center. \nRiverside Convention Center\n3637 Fifth Street\, Riverside\, CA 92501\nConvention Center Parking Entrance: LOT 33\n3698 3rd Street\, Riverside\, CA 92501 \n\nConvention Center Parking Entrance is at Third & Main Street\nDaily Cost $15.00 – *Special Event Rates May Apply\n\nFor additional information\, please visit here. \n***Please note that there are NO REFUNDS for this event. \nPARTNERS\n \nVisit Conference Exhibitors \nIf you are interested in being an exhibitor\, please register here.
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/latina-bizcon-2024/
LOCATION:Riverside Convetion Center\, 3637 5th Street\, Riverside\, CA\, 92501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latina BizCon
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