Learn from the best! Highlights from successful award-winning small businesses.Join the WV Women’s Business Center and U.S. Small Business Administration’s West Virginia District Office for the Top 5 Small Business Week award winners. These small businesses had the winning formula, and we want to share their strategies for success with you! Join us to see […]
Don't lose sales because customers can't find you. 97% of consumers go online to find products & services. Is your business positioned to successfully market online? We’ll share the 4 most important things you can do today to get your online marketing up to snuff, including business profiles, website basics, and engaging on social media.
Know what it takes to get a small business loan. Having trouble getting a business loan? You’re not alone. Bank lending standards for small business loans keep tightening. Lenders want businesses who are bankable. But just what does that mean? There are several financial and non-financial factors that can make your business loan a reality. […]
Whew! Summer can be a tough time for many small businesses. Join us for Top 5 ways to make them your best months.Join the WV Women’s Business Center and U.S. Small Business Administration’s West Virginia District Office for the Top 5 Ways to Thrive and Survive During the "J" Months. Depending on your industry, summer […]
The WV WBC with AARP Foundation Work for Yourself@50+ opens doors to business ownership for low-to-moderate income women and minorities,About this eventWork for Yourself@50+ is an In-person work to help you gain the knowledge, support, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful […]
Learn how to get your business registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) so you can pursue federal contracting opportunities.The West Virginia Women’s Business Center is hosting a valuable webinar on the System for Awards Management (SAM.gov). Sommer Straight of RCAC Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) will guide you through how to register for […]
Join us as experts explain! Website Building 101Session 1 – 10 AM: ● Introduction to Squarespace: Learn about the features and benefits of using Squarespace for your small business website. ● Navigating the Squarespace Dashboard: Familiarize yourself with the Squarespace interface and essential tools. ● Choosing a Squarespace Template: Explore Squarespace's template library and select […]
Join experts on part 2 of website building. Develop your brand and focus on your target market!Session 2 – PM: ● Connecting Your Domain: Step-by-step guidance on linking your custom domain to your Squarespace website. ● Squarespace Plans and Upgrades: Overview of different Squarespace plans and selecting the most suitable package for your business. ● […]
The WV WBC with AARP Foundation Work for Yourself@50+ opens doors to business ownership for low-to-moderate income women and minorities,About this eventWork for Yourself@50+ is a webinar to help you gain the knowledge, support, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. […]
All the business finance fundamentals in one easy, 2-hour virtual course.The Business Finance Best Practices workshop is specifically designed for small business owners seeking to enhance their financial expertise in a non-intimidating manner. Participants will gain a solid foundation in basic small business finance terms and concepts, enabling you to navigate financial discussions with confidence […]
Learn how to get your business certified through the SBA's WOSB program so you can start pursuing federal contracting opportunities.The federal government’s goal is to award 5% of all federal government dollars to Woman Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) each year. Find out how your Woman Owned Small Business can register on SBA’s free online portal. […]
Bookkeeping basics for your small business. A crash course in everything you need to get started in QuickBooks. 2-hour virtual workshop.This is an engaging, two-hour workshop led by a seasoned QuickBooks Pro, who works closely with small businesses on a daily basis. This workshop is specifically designed for non-financial business owners and aims to provide […]
