| Date/Time |
Subject |
Location |
Cost |
Register |
Tuesday
9/2
8 - 9 am
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Success Circle – West Mobile – Meets every 1st Tuesday
Why Write a Business Plan?
Learn why every business needs a business plan for long term success. This month includes a discussion on the components of a business plan. Join Dr. Sturm for a lively discussion.
Success Circles are monthly roundtable discussions and mentoring groups for business women.
Facilitator: Diana Sturm, Ph.D., Legacy Financial Planning, LLC |
5901 Airport Blvd
Ste 208
Mobile |
Free |
 |
Wednesday
9/3
10 am - 2 pm
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Bizmobile – Conecuh County – Every 1st Wednesday
“Blogging to Boost Your Bottom Line: Four Approaches to Make Money Through Blogs” - Coffee with Sylvia – 10-11:00 am
An informal setting for business women to share successes and discuss business concerns.
One-on-One Business Coaching Sessions Available – 12-2 pm
Thinking of starting a business or in need of a loan or technical assistance? Contact the Women’s Business Center at 251.634.0017and make an appointment to meet with our on-site business counselor.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women’s Business Center |
Conecuh County EDO & Evergreen Chamber of Commerce
100 Depot Square Evergreen |
Free |
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Thursday 9/4
10 am - 2 pm
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Bizmobile – Clarke County - Every 1st Thursday
Coffee with Sylvia – 10-11 am
An informal setting for business women to share successes and discuss business concerns.
One-on-One Business Coaching Sessions – 12-2 pm
Thinking of starting a business or in need of a loan or technical
assistance? Contact the Women’s Business Center at 251.634.0017 and make an
appointment to meet with our on-site business counselor.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women’s Business Center
Co-sponsor:: Grove Hill Chamber of Commerce |
Clarke County Museum Helms House Grove Hill Area Chamber of Commerce Grove Hill |
Free |
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Tuesday
9/9
12 -1:30 pm
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BizReady & Loan Workshop –Mobile
Thinking about starting your own small business? Need capital
to start or grow your small business? Let our experts be your
guide! Come to the Women’s Business Center’s BizReady & Loan informational session and find out how the Women’s Business
Center’s services and programs can help you reach your goals.
Learn about:
- The traits of successful entrepreneurs
- The five challenges of every business
- Small Business Administration (SBA) Community Express Loans
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women’s Business Center
|
Business Innovation Ctr. 1301 Azalea Rd. Room 106 Mobile |
Free |
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Wednesdays 9/10 – 10/15
6 - 8:30 pm
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Business Planning Series For Entrepreneurs – Mobile
Starting a business requires more than a great business idea! This is a “must attend” series if you are thinking of starting your own business or have a business and need a business plan.
Wednesday 9/10 6 to 8:30 pm Elements of a Business Plan
Wednesday 9/17 6 to 8:30 pm Market Research & Trends
Wednesday 9/24 6 to 8:30 pm Legal Considerations
Wednesday 10/1 6 to 8:30 pm Accounting as a Management Tool
Wednesday 10/8 6 to 8:30 pm Marketing & Media
Wednesday 10/15 6 to 8:30 pm Raising Capital – A Reality Check
“Each night I would leave with new ideas and encouragement. This class was time and money well spent!” Don, fencing company
Registration fee includes materials. For more information and/or to register call 251.660.2725 today.
Facilitator: Tom Siegwald, Director, Business Innovation Center
Co-sponsor: Business Innovation Center |
Business Innovation Ctr 1301 Azalea Rd Rm 106 Mobile |
$199 series
$35 per session |
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Thursday 9/11
10 am - 2 pm
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Bizmobile – Clarke County – Every 2nd Thursday
Coffee with Sylvia – 10-11:00 am An informal setting for business women to share successes and
discuss business concerns.
One-on-One Business Coaching Sessions – 12-2 pm
Thinking of starting a business or in need of a loan or technical
assistance? Contact the Women’s Business Center and make
an appointment to meet with our on-site business coach.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women’s Business Center
|
Olde Towne Coffee Co. 45 West 2nd Street South Coaching at Southwest Alabama Chamber of Commerce 139 Wilson Avenue Thomasville |
Free |
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Tuesday
9/16
5:30 – 7:30 pm
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Understanding the Certification and Registration Process – Mobile
Learn how to get Federal 8(a), SDB or HUD Zone Certification and register on federal, state and local government websites to market your company’s goods and services. Requirements for disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) or minority business enterprise (MBE) and the advantages of being a certified woman-owned business will also be covered.
Facilitator: Ken Schwartz, Business Consultant |
TBA |
$35 |
|
Wednesday 9/17
10 am - 2 pm
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Bizmobile – Escambia County – Every 3rd Wednesday
Coffee with Sylvia – 10-11 am
An informal setting for business women to share successes and discuss business concerns.
One-on-One Business Coaching Sessions – 12-2 pm
Thinking of starting a business or in need of a loan or technical assistance? Contact the Women’s Business Center and make an appointment to meet with our on-site business counselor.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women’s Business Center |
Escambia County Industrial Development Office
406 S Trammell
Atmore
|
Free |
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Wednesday 9/17
12 -1 pm
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Success Circle – Baldwin - Meets every 3rd Wednesday
Why Write a Business Plan?
Learn why every business needs a business plan for long term success. This month includes a discussion on the components of a business plan. Join Suzanne for a lively discussion.
Success Circles are monthly roundtable discussions and mentoring groups for
business
women.
Facilitator: Suzanne Luker, TimePlus Payroll
|
Homestead Village
924 Plantation Blvd
Fairhope |
Free
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Saturday
9/20
9– 11 am
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Understanding the Certification and Registration Process – Mobile
Learn how to get Federal 8(a), SDB or HUD Zone Certification and register on federal, state and local government websites to market your company’s goods and services. Requirements for disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) or minority business enterprise (MBE) and the advantages of being a certified woman-owned business will also be covered.
Facilitator: Ken Schwartz, Business Consultant |
TBA |
$35 |
|
Wednesday 9/24
8 - 9 am |
Success Circle – Mobile– Meets every 4th Wednesday
Why Write a Business Plan?
Learn why every business needs a business plan for long term success. This month includes a discussion on the components of a business plan. Join Naomi for a lively discussion.
Success Circles are monthly roundtable discussions and mentoring groups for business women. Mark your calendars now for upcoming meetings on 9/24, 10/22, 11/26.
Facilitator: Naomi Maurer, My Victorian Bed & Breakfast |
Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce
Atrium Room
Mobile |
Free |
|
Wednesday 9/24
10 am-2 pm |
Bizmobile – Monroe County – Every 4th Wednesday
“Plan Your Future: Make Money, Not Excuses” – Coffee with Sylvia – 10-11 am
An informal setting for business women to share successes and discuss business concerns.
One-on-One Business Coaching Sessions – 12-2 pm If you want to start a business or in need of a loan or technical assistance call 251.634.0017.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women’s Business Center
Co-sponsored by: Monroeville Chamber of Commerce |
63 North Mount Pleasant Street
Monroeville
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Free |
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Thursday 10/2
5:30 - 8 pm
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Online Marketing Tips for Small Businesses – Mobile
This seminar will provide you with specific ideas and tips for mastering the art of promoting your small business online without breaking the bank. You will receive practical tips and suggestions about how to get the word out about what it is that your company does to prospective customers who utilize the Internet as a resource for information.
Building or optimizing your website, or operating an e-commerce business will not be covered
Mary White, author of 101 Press Release Tips in the LifeTips book series, has extensive experience in marketing and PR, and currently assists clients in the U.S. and in the U.K. and Australia with their online marketing efforts.
Facilitator: Mary White,M.A., SPHR, Mobile Technical Institute and MTI Business Solutions
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TBA |
$35 |
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Saturday
10/18
7:30 - 11 am
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Family Reunion and Marketplace
Help celebrate our fifteenth year of service to small businesses along the Gulf Coast. Small business owners, clients and former clients of the Center and the general public are invited to join us for this family friendly celebration. The event coincides with the Fall Farmer’s Market sponsored by the City of Mobile Neighborhood and Community Services.
The marketplace is a networkingopportunity you don't want to miss. Plan now to be part of this exciting event!
For information on sponsorship opportunities or to reserve a vendor booth: 251.660.2725 or www.womenbiz.biz . |
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