Tuesday, May 14
Subcontracting Strategies (Rhode Island Procurement Technical Assistance Center – 315 Iron Horse Way in Providence from 8:30 – 11:30am and is free of charge. To register, email ssundberg@riedc.com or visit www.riptac.org/training ):
Find out how to identify large government contractors that need your product or service. How do they find your small business, how do you find them? What does it take to successful compete and participate as federal government subcontractor? During this session we will define the role of the subcontract relationship in government contracting and identify resources and strategies for marketing as a subcontractor.
Electric Power Renewable Energy Sources (Rhode Island Small Business Development Center – Kahn, Litwin, Renza, & Company, Ltd., 951 North Main Street in Providence from 7:30 – 10:00am. Fee for seminar is $25. To register, visit www.risbdc.orgor call 401-598-2702): The second of four sessions will focus on alternative energy sources. A panel of experts will present the facts and answer your questions about energy sources, government incentives and investment returns.
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Wednesday, May 15
How To Start And Run A Non-Profit (SCORE – Centerville Seminar Center, 875 Centerville Road in Warwick from 9:30 – 11:30am and is free of charge. To register, call 401-528-4561 or email matthew.spoehr@sba.gov ):
This workshop will provide the necessary information and steps on starting a non-profit organization. Learn from Deb & Richard Siravo, Founders of The Matty Fund, as they will outline their journey from a grassroots effort to a nationally acclaimed non-profit.
How To Sell Your Products And Services To The Federal Government (U.S. Small Business Administration – Cumberland Public Library, 1464 Diamond Hill Road in Cumberland from 10:00am – 12:00pm and is free of charge. To register, please email matthew.spoehr@sba.gov or call 401-528-4561):
The world’s largest buyer of goods and services is the Federal Government, with purchases totaling more than $500 billion per year. The Government will buy any good or service ranging from paperclips to aircraft carriers, and has a goal of 24% of all contracting dollars going exclusively to small businesses to bid. Find out how you can get started and get your piece of the federal procurement pie. Join contracting experts from the SBA’s Rhode Island District Office as they show you how to start selling your goods and services to the Federal Government.
Business Fundamentals (Rhode Island Small Business Development Center - Salve Regina Extension Campus, 144 Metro Center Boulevard in Warwick from 8:30 – 10:30am and is free of charge. To register, visit www.risbdc.org or call 401-598-2702):
Do you feel there are a lot of things you don't know about starting or owning a small business? This workshop intended for both potential business owners and current business owners who want to gain a better understanding of what they need to know to succeed in their business. This Business Fundamentals Workshop provides an overview of important aspects required to insure control and success in business including: How to register your business, Market research & analysis, Legal structures for your business, Estimating start-up costs and cash flow projection, Failure factors and business planning.
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Thursday, May 16
In Transition: Speak With Power And Confidence (Center for Women & Enterprise – 132 George M. Cohan Boulevard in Providence from 1:00 – 3:00pm and is free of charge. To register, please email ngirard@cweonline.org or visit www.cweonline.org ):
Capitalize on business and career growth opportunities with a confidence boost! Join us in this engaging and interactive program designed to help you become comfortable with public speaking. In this workshop, you will learn to…
* Manage and capitalize on public speaking anxiety
* Discover strengths and authenticity as a public presenter
* Use speaking as an effective tool resulting in opportunities for business and career advancement
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Friday, May 17
Small Budget, Big Impact: Do It yourself Marketing (Rhode Island Small Business Development Center - Salve Regina Extension Campus, 144 Metro Center Boulevard in Warwick from 8:30 – 10:30am and is free of charge. To register, visit www.risbdc.org or call 401-598-2702):
Work smart, be savvy, be creative –it makes a difference. Learn how to make the most out of limited resources to get your business seen and heard. Learn effective, creative, cost-efficient means of connecting with your audience. Lots of examples, and ideas.
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Saturday, May 18
Accounting & Taxes For Small Business (SCORE - Providence Public Library, 150 Empire Street in Providence from 9:30am - 12:30pm and is free of charge. To register, email pplref@provlib.org and put "Attention Ann P" in the subject line)
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Monday, May 20
Identifying And Hiring An Assistant Manager (SCORE – Providence Public Library, 150 Empire Street in Providence from 12:30 – 2:30pm and is free of charge. To register, call 401-528-4561 or email matthew.spoehr@sba.gov ):
Being able to find the right person for your second in command is a critical part of running a successful business. This workshop will help show you what you should be looking for when hiring an assistant manager.
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Tuesday, May 21
Elements Of A Business Plan (Rhode Island Small Business Development Center - Salve Regina Extension Campus, 144 Metro Center Boulevard in Warwick from 8:30 – 10:30am and is free of charge. To register, visit www.risbdc.org or call 401-598-2702): This workshop will provide a general overview on the structure of the business plan. why a business plan is important, the components of a business plan, the preparation to begin writing, as well as how to put it all together.
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Friday, May 24
Social Media Boot Camp (Center for Women & Enterprise – 132 George M. Cohan Boulevard in Providence from 9:00am – 4:00pm. Fee for workshop is $195. Partial scholarships may be available. To register, visit www.cweonline.org or call 401-277-0800):
Do you need to strengthen your market reach and increase customer engagement? Are you looking to social media to generate more revenue? This workshop will help you:
* Increase client loyalty & effectively capture your audience with blogs
* Gain traction on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube, Google+ and Pinterest
* Decrease time spent on Social Media with automation
* Integrate different social media to bring in additional revenue
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