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Location |
Cost |
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Featured Events |
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Wednesday
8/4
11:30am-1pm |
Quarterly Quorum is a series of quarterly luncheons targeted to professionals and their small business clients, leaders of the community and representatives from business and industry.
Make plans now to attend this networking and informational luncheon.
Advance registration required, space is limited.
Registration Deadline July 30. |
Carrabba's Italian Grill
3917 Airport Blvd.
Mobile |
Cost: $20
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Quarterly Events and Trainings |
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Tuesday
4/6
12-1pm |
Escambia County - Brewton
Please bring your own lunch
The Art and Science of Hiring and Firing Employees
Alabama is an “at will” employment state. What does that mean for you and your business? Come and find out!
We will discuss best practice strategies for hiring and firing employees. Whether you have a full staff or hope to one day become an employer, this is essential information for your business planning.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Brewton Area Chamber of Commerce |
Brewton Area Chamber of Commerce
1010-B Douglas Ave.
Brewton |
Free
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Tuesday
4/6
10am-12:30pm |
Counseling Available by Appointment Only - Daphne - 1st Tuesday of every month
Counselor: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Bryant Bank |
Bryant Bank
1801 US Hwy 98
Daphne |
Free
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Wednesday
4/7
8-9am |
Success Circle - West Mobile - Meets every 1st Wednesday
Roundtable discussion topic: Tip the Scales of Work-Life Balance in Your Favor: Five Timely Tips
Facilitator: Dr. Diana Sturm
Sponsor: Legacy Financial Planning |
Legacy Financial Planning, LLC
5901 Airport Blvd
Suite 208
Mobile |
Free
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Wednesday
4/7
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Conecuh County - Evergreen - Meets every 1st Wednesday
10 Tips to Wow-ing Your Customers… and Keeping Them for Life
A happy client is a pleasure to have, but an ecstatic one is even better. When you go above-and-beyond to wow your clients, they can become a wellspring of repeat business. They’ll refer new customers to you, and publicly reinforce your reputation to others over and over again.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Conecuh County EDO & Evergreen/Conecuh Chamber of Commerce |
Conecuh County EDO & Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce
100 Depot Square
Evergreen |
Free
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Thursday
4/8
12-1pm |
Escambia County - Atmore
Please bring your own lunch
The Art and Science of Hiring and Firing Employees
Alabama is an “at will” employment state. What does that mean for you and your business? Come and find out!
We will discuss best practice strategies for hiring and firing employees. Whether you have a full staff or hope to one day become an employer, this is essential information for your business planning.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce |
Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce
501 S. Pensacola Ave.
Atmore |
Free
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Tuesday
4/13
10am-2pm |
Small Business and SBA Loan Counseling Available by Appointment Only - Foley - 2nd Tuesday of every month
Counselor: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: StarKey Storage |
StarKey Storage
8141 Hwy 59 S.
Foley |
Free
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Wednesday
4/14
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Washington County - Chatom - Meets every 2nd Wednesday
10 Tips to Wow-ing Your Customers… and Keeping Them for Life
A happy client is a pleasure to have, but an ecstatic one is even better. When you go above-and-beyond to wow your clients, they can become a wellspring of repeat business. They’ll refer new customers to you, and publicly reinforce your reputation to others over and over again.Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Casanova's Rendezvous Cafe' |
Washington County Casanova's Rendezvous Cafe'
17257 Jordan St.
Chatom |
Free
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Wednesday
4/14
11am-12pm |
BizReady
Do you want to be your own boss? Then this workshop is for you. Participants will learn the basic information needed for starting their own business.
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center |
Business Innovation Center
1301 Azalea Road
Room 100
Mobile |
Cost: $10
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Thursday
4/15
5-6:30pm |
“Taste of the Alliance” –- Women’s Business Center Alliance Networking Event – Meets every 3rd Thursday
Women’s Business Center Alliance members are invited to join other Alliance members in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. House wine will be served at a discounted rate of $4 per glass. Bring plenty of business cards to share!
The Women's Business Center Alliance is a network of professional women and men willing to share their resources and talents. Women's Business Center Alliance members serve as a professional resource for Women’s Business Center clients and other Women's Business Center Alliance members. Network members also provide a pool of time and talent that is used to expand our infrastructure and allows us to provide additional services. Women's Business Center Alliance members have the opportunity to directly impact our local economy by helping to grow small businesses. The Women's Business Center Alliance offers members frequent recognition and 100% tax deduction for their annual membership pledge.
For information on membership in the Women’s Business Center Alliance call 251-660-2725.  |
Taste
2524 Old Shell Road
Mobile
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WBCA MEMBERS ONLY
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Tuesday
4/20
10am-12pm |
Elements of a Business Plan
This workshop is designed for current and future business owners who have little or no knowledge of writing a business plan. Participants will leave this session with a greater understanding of the areas that need to be researched and prepared to write a complete business plan.
Facilitator: Tom Siegwald, Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence Director |
Business Innovation Center
1301 Azalea Road
Mobile |
Cost: $15
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Tuesday
4/20
12-1pm |
Monroe County - Monroeville
Please bring your own lunch
The Art and Science of Hiring and Firing Employees
Alabama is an “at will” employment state. What does that mean for you and your business? Come and find out!
We will discuss best practice strategies for hiring and firing employees. Whether you have a full staff or hope to one day become an employer, this is essential information for your business planning.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Monroeville/Monroe County Area Chamber of Commerce |
Monroeville/Monroe County Area Chamber of Commerce
86 N. Alabama Ave.
Monroeville |
Free
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Wednesday
4/21
9-11:45am |
How to Start/Set Up Your Own Blog Using WordPress - Part 1
Learn the ins and outs of running your own blog. We’ll show you how to set up and administer your blogspace using Wordpress. We’ll teach you how to market your blog so that more people than just your friends and family are paying attention. We’ll teach you the lingo so you’ll understand RSS, pings and trackbacks. We’ll also spend time exploring various plugins for photo galleries, tag libraries and other useful ways to extend your Wordpress installation.
By the end of the workshop, you will be able to…
- Create a free blog site with Wordpress
- Write and edit posts and pages, including image management
- Design a blog for desired look and functionality
- Manage visitor comments
- Manage additional blog authors and contributors
- Apply proven techniques designed to promote his or her business
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
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Virtual, in your home or office |
Cost: $25
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Wednesday
4/21
12-1pm |
Success Circle - Fairhope – Meets every 3rd Wednesday
Roundtable discussion topic: Tip the Scales of Work-Life Balance in Your Favor: Five Timely Tips
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center Sponsor: Homestead Village
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Homestead Village
924 Plantation Blvd
Fairhope |
Free
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Thursday
4/22
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Clark County - Thomasville - Meets every 4th Thursday
10 Tips to Wow-ing Your Customers… and Keeping Them for Life
A happy client is a pleasure to have, but an ecstatic one is even better. When you go above-and-beyond to wow your clients, they can become a wellspring of repeat business. They’ll refer new customers to you, and publicly reinforce your reputation to others over and over again.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Southwest Alabama Chamber of Commerce |
Southwest Alabama Chamber of Commerce
138 Wilson Avenue
Thomasville |
Free
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Monday
4/26
11:30am |
Women's Business Center Alliance
"Out to Lunch" - Meets every 3rd Monday
Women’s Business Center Alliance members are invited to join other Alliance members in a friendly and informal lunch atmosphere. Bring plenty of business cards to share!
The Women's Business Center Alliance is a network of professional women and men willing to share their resources and talents. Women's Business Center Alliance members serve as a professional resource for Women’s Business Center clients and other Women's Business Center Alliance members. Network members also provide a pool of time and talent that is used to expand our infrastructure and allows us to provide additional services. Women's Business Center Alliance members have the opportunity to directly impact our local economy by helping to grow small businesses. The Women's Business Center Alliance offers members frequent recognition and 100% tax deduction for their annual membership pledge.
For information on membership in the Women’s Business Center Alliance call 251-660-2725. |
The American Cafe
3662 Airport Blvd.
Mobile
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WBCA MEMBERS ONLY
Cost: $10
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Tuesday
4/27
10am-12pm |
Market Research & Trends
Researching and analyzing your target market can be very time consuming. Participants will learn shortcuts to finding the information they need to identify their target markets.
Facilitator: Tom Siegwald, Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence Director |
Business Innovation Center
1301 Azalea Road
Mobile |
Cost: $15
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Wednesday
4/28
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Monroe County - Monroeville - Meets every 4th Wednesday
10 Tips to Wow-ing Your Customers… and Keeping Them for Life
A happy client is a pleasure to have, but an ecstatic one is even better. When you go above-and-beyond to wow your clients, they can become a wellspring of repeat business. They’ll refer new customers to you, and publicly reinforce your reputation to others over and over again. Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce |
Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce
86 North Alabama Street
Monroeville |
Free
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Wednesday
4/28
12-1pm |
Conecuh County - Evergreen
Please bring your own lunch
The Art and Science of Hiring and Firing Employees
Alabama is an “at will” employment state. What does that mean for you and your business? Come and find out!
We will discuss best practice strategies for hiring and firing employees. Whether you have a full staff or hope to one day become an employer, this is essential information for your business planning.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce
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Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce
100 Depot Square
Evergreen |
Free
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Tuesday
5/4
10am-12:30pm |
Counseling Available by Appointment Only - Daphne - 1st Tuesday of every month
Counselor: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Bryant Bank |
Bryant Bank
1801 US Hwy 98
Daphne |
Free
|
Wednesday
5/5
8-9am |
Success Circle - West Mobile - Meets every 1st Wednesday
Roundtable discussion topic: How to Create Daily Success
Facilitator: Dr. Diana Sturm
Sponsor: Legacy Financial Planning |
Legacy Financial Planning, LLC
5901 Airport Blvd
Suite 208
Mobile |
Free
|
Wednesday
5/5
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Conecuh County - Evergreen - Meets every 1st Wednesday
Cutting Through the Clutter: Simple Steps to Maximize Productivity During Your Work Day
In today’s business world, office communication is instant, open-doors policies are common and multitasking is widely practiced by business owners expected to wear multiple hats at one time.
However, if this current process has left you feeling a loss of control when managing your daily schedule, here are some sure-fire tips for making the most of your day.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Conecuh County EDO & Evergreen/Conecuh Chamber of Commerce |
Conecuh County EDO & Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce
100 Depot Square
Evergreen |
Free
|
Thursday
5/6
12-1pm |
Escambia County - Atmore
Please bring your own lunch
Human Resource Fundamentals
Do you know which documents are legally required for your employee files? How long do you need to keep those documents and files? Join us to discuss which documents are required in your human resource files and learn some best practices to stay ahead of the mountain of paperwork.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce |
Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce
501 S. Pensacola Ave.
Atmore |
Free
|
Tuesday
5/11
10am-2pm |
Small Business and SBA Loan Counseling Available by Appointment Only - Foley - 2nd Tuesday of every month
Counselor: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: StarKey Storage |
StarKey Storage
8141 Hwy 59 S.
Foley |
Free
|
Tuesday
5/11
12-1pm |
Escambia County - Brewton
Please bring your own lunch
Human Resource Fundamentals
Do you know which documents are legally required for your employee files? How long do you need to keep those documents and files? Join us to discuss which documents are required in your human resource files and learn some best practices to stay ahead of the mountain of paperwork.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Brewton Area Chamber of Commerce |
Brewton Area Chamber of Commerce
1010-B Douglas Ave.
Brewton |
Free
|
Wednesday
5/12
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Washington County - Chatom - Meets every 2nd Wednesday
Cutting Through the Clutter: Simple Steps to Maximize Productivity During Your Work Day
In today’s business world, office communication is instant, open-doors policies are common and multitasking is widely practiced by business owners expected to wear multiple hats at one time.
However, if this current process has left you feeling a loss of control when managing your daily schedule, here are some sure-fire tips for making the most of your day.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Casanova's Rendezvous Cafe' |
Washington County Casanova's Rendezvous Cafe'
17257 Jordan St.
Chatom |
Free
|
Thursday
5/13
11am-12pm |
BizReady
Do you want to be your own boss? Then this workshop is for you. Participants will learn the basic information needed for starting their own business.
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center |
Business Innovation Center
1301 Azalea Road
Room 100
Mobile |
Cost: $10
|
Thursday
5/13
12:30-1:30pm |
Access to Capital
Are you a for-profit small business owner needing a financial boost? Is a SBA or Community Express program loan the answer for you? Find out, get an application.
Who is eligible?
- Business owners in low to moderate income areas
- Minorities
- Women
- Veterans
What can loan be used for?
- Purchase of equipment/machinery
- Working capital
- Expansions
- Purchase of inventory and more
Loan features
- Loan from $5K to $50K
- No collateral required
- Business plan required
- Minimal paperwork
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center |
Business Innovation Center
1301 Azalea Road
Room 106
Mobile |
Cost: $10
|
Wednesday
5/19
11:30am-1pm |
Highlights of the 2010 Health Care Reconciliation Act, Tax and Benefits Provisions
Deborah Hodges with Prichard, Dewberry & Hodges will cover the key tax and benefits provisions in the sweeping new health reform law that Congress has passed and the President has signed into law.
Quarterly Quorum is a series of quarterly luncheons targeted to professionals and their small business clients, leaders of the community and representatives from business and industry.
Make plans now to attend this networking and informational luncheon.
Advance registration required, space is limited.
Registration Deadline May 17. |
Carrabba's Italian Grill
3917 Airport Blvd.
Mobile |
Cost: $20
|
Wednesday
5/19
11:30am-1pm |
Success Circle - Fairhope – Meets every 3rd Wednesday
The Success Circle we will meet at the Quarterly Quorum in Mobile.
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Carrabba's Italian Grill
3917 Airport Blvd.
Mobile |
Cost: $20
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Thursday
5/20
5-6:30pm |
“Taste of the Alliance” –- Women’s Business Center Alliance Networking Event – Meets every 3rd Thursday
Women’s Business Center Alliance members are invited to join other Alliance members in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. House wine will be served at a discounted rate of $4 per glass. Bring plenty of business cards to share!
The Women's Business Center Alliance is a network of professional women and men willing to share their resources and talents. Women's Business Center Alliance members serve as a professional resource for Women’s Business Center clients and other Women's Business Center Alliance members. Network members also provide a pool of time and talent that is used to expand our infrastructure and allows us to provide additional services. Women's Business Center Alliance members have the opportunity to directly impact our local economy by helping to grow small businesses. The Women's Business Center Alliance offers members frequent recognition and 100% tax deduction for their annual membership pledge.
For information on membership in the Women’s Business Center Alliance call 251-660-2725. |
Taste
2524 Old Shell Road
Mobile
|
WBCA MEMBERS ONLY
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Monday
5/24
11:30am |
Women's Business Center Alliance
"Out to Lunch" - Meets every 3rd Monday
--Change to Fourth Monday for May only--
Women’s Business Center Alliance members are invited to join other Alliance members in a friendly and informal lunch atmosphere. Bring plenty of business cards to share!
The Women's Business Center Alliance is a network of professional women and men willing to share their resources and talents. Women's Business Center Alliance members serve as a professional resource for Women’s Business Center clients and other Women's Business Center Alliance members. Network members also provide a pool of time and talent that is used to expand our infrastructure and allows us to provide additional services. Women's Business Center Alliance members have the opportunity to directly impact our local economy by helping to grow small businesses. The Women's Business Center Alliance offers members frequent recognition and 100% tax deduction for their annual membership pledge.
For information on membership in the Women’s Business Center Alliance call 251-660-2725. |
Bayside Dinners
5212-E Cottage Hill Rd
University and Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL
|
WBCA MEMBERS ONLY
Cost: Order from the menu, most items under $10
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Tuesday
5/25
12-1pm |
Conecuh County - Evergreen
Please bring your own lunch
Human Resource Fundamentals
Do you know which documents are legally required for your employee files? How long do you need to keep those documents and files? Join us to discuss which documents are required in your human resource files and learn some best practices to stay ahead of the mountain of paperwork.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce |
Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce
100 Depot Square
Evergreen |
Free
|
Wednesday
5/26
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Monroe County - Monroeville - Meets every 4th Wednesday
Cutting Through the Clutter: Simple Steps to Maximize Productivity During Your Work Day
In today’s business world, office communication is instant, open-doors policies are common and multitasking is widely practiced by business owners expected to wear multiple hats at one time.
However, if this current process has left you feeling a loss of control when managing your daily schedule, here are some sure-fire tips for making the most of your day.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce |
Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce
86 North Alabama Street
Monroeville |
Free
|
Thursday
5/27
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Clark County - Thomasville - Meets every 4th Thursday
Cutting Through the Clutter: Simple Steps to Maximize Productivity During Your Work Day
In today’s business world, office communication is instant, open-doors policies are common and multitasking is widely practiced by business owners expected to wear multiple hats at one time.
However, if this current process has left you feeling a loss of control when managing your daily schedule, here are some sure-fire tips for making the most of your day.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Southwest Alabama Chamber of Commerce |
Southwest Alabama Chamber of Commerce
138 Wilson Avenue
Thomasville |
Free
|
Thursday
5/27
12-1pm |
Monroe County - Monroeville
Please bring your own lunch
Human Resource Fundamentals
Do you know which documents are legally required for your employee files? How long do you need to keep those documents and files? Join us to discuss which documents are required in your human resource files and learn some best practices to stay ahead of the mountain of paperwork.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Monroeville/Monroe County Area Chamber of Commerce |
Monroeville/Monroe County Area Chamber of Commerce
86 N. Alabama Ave.
Monroeville |
Free
|
Wednesday
6/2
8-9am |
Success Circle - West Mobile - Meets every 1st Wednesday
Roundtable discussion topic: Blogging to Boost Your Bottom Line
Facilitator: Dr. Diana Sturm
Sponsor: Legacy Financial Planning |
Legacy Financial Planning, LLC
5901 Airport Blvd
Suite 208
Mobile |
Free
|
Wednesday
6/2
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Conecuh County - Evergreen - Meets every 1st Wednesday
Small Budget, Big Impact: Do-It-Yourself Marketing
Stretch Your Marketing Dollars: Three Tools to Get the Word Out.
You don't need to invest in a million-dollar advertising campaign to grow business among current and potential clients. Instead, establish a prominent industry presence by tapping unique and do-it-yourself communication channels to elevate your company message without breaking your budget.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Conecuh County EDO & Evergreen/Conecuh Chamber of Commerce |
Conecuh County EDO & Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce
100 Depot Square
Evergreen |
Free
|
Tuesday
6/2
11am-12pm |
BizReady
Do you want to be your own boss? Then this workshop is for you. Participants will learn the basic information needed for starting their own business.
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center |
Business Innovation Center
1301 Azalea Road
Room 100
Mobile |
Cost: $10
|
Tuesday
6/2
12:30-1:30pm |
Access to Capital
Are you a for-profit small business owner needing a financial boost? Is a SBA or Community Express program loan the answer for you? Find out, get an application.
Who is eligible?
- Business owners in low to moderate income areas
- Minorities
- Women
- Veterans
What can loan be used for?
- Purchase of equipment/machinery
- Working capital
- Expansions
- Purchase of inventory and more
Loan features
- Loan from $5K to $50K
- No collateral required
- Business plan required
- Minimal paperwork
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center |
Business Innovation Center
1301 Azalea Road
Room 106
Mobile |
Cost: $10
|
Thursday
6/3
10am-12:00pm |
Counseling Available by Appointment Only - Daphne
Counselor: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Bryant Bank |
Bryant Bank
1801 US Hwy 98
Daphne |
Free
|
Thursday
6/3
12-1pm |
Escambia County - Atmore
Please bring your own lunch
Ask the SBA
Small Business Administration Senior Area Manager, Brent McMahan, will provide an overview of SBA loan programs currently available for business financing as well as an opportunity for you to ask questions and dispel some of the myths about grants and loans for business owners.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Co-Host: Small Business Administration
Sponsor: Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce |
Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce
501 S. Pensacola Ave.
Atmore |
Free
|
Tuesday
6/8
10am-2pm |
Small Business and SBA Loan Counseling Available by Appointment Only - Foley - 2nd Tuesday of every month
Counselor: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: StarKey Storage |
StarKey Storage
8141 Hwy 59 S.
Foley |
Free
|
Wednesday
6/16
12-1pm |
Conecuh County - Evergreen
Please bring your own lunch
Ask the SBA
Small Business Administration Senior Area Manager, Brent McMahan, will provide an overview of SBA loan programs currently available for business financing as well as an opportunity for you to ask questions and dispel some of the myths about grants and loans for business owners.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Co-Host: Small Business Administration
Sponsor: Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce |
Evergreen/Conecuh County Chamber of Commerce
100 Depot Square
Evergreen |
Free
|
Wednesday
6/16
12-1pm |
Success Circle - Fairhope – Meets every 3rd Wednesday
Roundtable discussion topic: Blogging to Boost Your Bottom Line
Facilitator: Sherman Blosser, Women's Business Center Sponsor: Homestead Village |
Homestead Village
924 Plantation Blvd
Fairhope |
Free
|
Thursday
6/17
5-6:30pm |
“Taste of the Alliance” –- Women’s Business Center Alliance Networking Event – Meets every 3rd Thursday
Women’s Business Center Alliance members are invited to join other Alliance members in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. House wine will be served at a discounted rate of $4 per glass. Bring plenty of business cards to share!
The Women's Business Center Alliance is a network of professional women and men willing to share their resources and talents. Women's Business Center Alliance members serve as a professional resource for Women’s Business Center clients and other Women's Business Center Alliance members. Network members also provide a pool of time and talent that is used to expand our infrastructure and allows us to provide additional services. Women's Business Center Alliance members have the opportunity to directly impact our local economy by helping to grow small businesses. The Women's Business Center Alliance offers members frequent recognition and 100% tax deduction for their annual membership pledge.
For information on membership in the Women’s Business Center Alliance call 251-660-2725. |
Taste
2524 Old Shell Road
Mobile
|
WBCA MEMBERS ONLY
|
Monday
6/21
11:30am |
Women's Business Center Alliance
"Out to Lunch" - Meets every 3rd Monday
Women’s Business Center Alliance members are invited to join other Alliance members in a friendly and informal lunch atmosphere. Bring plenty of business cards to share!
The Women's Business Center Alliance is a network of professional women and men willing to share their resources and talents. Women's Business Center Alliance members serve as a professional resource for Women’s Business Center clients and other Women's Business Center Alliance members. Network members also provide a pool of time and talent that is used to expand our infrastructure and allows us to provide additional services. Women's Business Center Alliance members have the opportunity to directly impact our local economy by helping to grow small businesses. The Women's Business Center Alliance offers members frequent recognition and 100% tax deduction for their annual membership pledge.
For information on membership in the Women’s Business Center Alliance call 251-660-2725.
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Bayside Dinners
5212-E
Cottage Hill Rd
Unversity and Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL
|
WBCA MEMBERS ONLY
Cost: Order from the menu, most items under $10
|
Tuesday
6/22
10-11am |
Webinar - Small Budget, Big Impact: Do-It-Yourself Marketing
You don't need to invest in a million dollar advertising campaign to grow business among current and potential customers. Instead, establish a prominent industry presence by tapping unique and do-it-yourself communication channels to elevate your company message without breaking your budget.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: WBC Bizmobile Project |
For more information or to sign up contact Sylvia Browder at 251-660-2725 |
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| TBD |
8th Annual Art As Business - rescheduled
How do you turn your art into a business?
Find out at the 8th Annual Art As Business Workshop
Morning General Session will include information on Intellectual Property - Copywriting and Licensing; resources and services available through the Mobile Arts Council; developing a Web Presence and Using Social Media
Industry-specific break-out sessions will be offered in the afternoon - Film, Visual Arts, Literature, Music - with speakers and roundtable discussions featuring Best Practices, Answers to Common Issues and specialized topics - More details to come! |
Location TBD |
$49
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Wednesday
6/23
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Monroe County - Monroeville - Meets every 4th Wednesday
Small Budget, Big Impact: Do-It-Yourself Marketing
Stretch Your Marketing Dollars: Three Tools to Get the Word Out.
You don't need to invest in a million-dollar advertising campaign to grow business among current and potential clients. Instead, establish a prominent industry presence by tapping unique and do-it-yourself communication channels to elevate your company message without breaking your budget.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce |
Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce
86 North Alabama Street
Monroeville |
Free
|
Thursday
6/24
10-11am |
Coffee with Sylvia - Clark County - Thomasville - Meets every 4th Thursday
Small Budget, Big Impact: Do-It-Yourself Marketing
Stretch Your Marketing Dollars: Three Tools to Get the Word Out.
You don't need to invest in a million-dollar advertising campaign to grow business among current and potential clients. Instead, establish a prominent industry presence by tapping unique and do-it-yourself communication channels to elevate your company message without breaking your budget.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: Southwest Alabama Chamber of Commerce |
Southwest Alabama Chamber of Commerce
138 Wilson Avenue
Thomasville |
Free
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Thursday
6/24
12-1pm |
Monroe County - Monroeville
Please bring your own lunch
Ask the SBA
Small Business Administration Senior Area Manager, Brent McMahan, will provide an overview of SBA loan programs currently available for business financing as well as an opportunity for you to ask questions and dispel some of the myths about grants and loans for business owners.
Facilitator: LaKesha Womack, Women's Business Center
Co-Host: Small Business Administration
Sponsor: Monroeville/Monroe County Area Chamber of Commerce |
Monroeville/Monroe County Area Chamber of Commerce
86 N. Alabama Ave.
Monroeville |
Free
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Wednesday
6/30
10-11am |
Webinar - 10 Time Management Tps to Manage Social Media
Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Bebo, MySpace and many others can be huge time stealers if not managed properly. It requires a lot of monitoring and self-dicsipline. We'll cover 10 quick practical tips to maximize your engagement and minimize time wasted in la la land.
Facilitator: Sylvia Browder, Women's Business Center
Sponsor: WBC Bizmobile Project |
For more information or to sign up contact Sylvia Browder at 251-660-2725 |
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To register or obtain more information on any of these events, call the Women’s Business Center, Inc. at 251-660-2725 or email.
Please pre-register—events are subject to cancellation for lack of registration.
The Women’s Business Center is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact LaToya Brooks at 252-660-2725, 1301 Azalea Rd, #201A, Mobile, AL 36693 or email info@womenbiz.biz
