August 7-13 is National Farmers Market Week when local farmers and their contributions to our economy and health are promoted and celebrated for the high-quality the goods they grow and the benefits of organic produce. Farmers markets not only make our nation healthier, but they also give back to the community by providing jobs. Support, and #BuyLocal at your favorite farmers market! Trip Advisor ranks the Yellow Green Farmers Market as a top 10 destination to visit while in Hollywood, Fl. Learn more here.
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Are you having trouble attracting talent and would like to learn how apprenticeship programs can help you meet this challenge? Engage with high-level local, state, and national business leaders, education partners, apprenticeship sponsors, and industry experts in dialogue related to workforce development and apprenticeship. Learn how to start or participate in apprenticeship programs from dynamic speakers about visionary practices for training your workforce. Register
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Take Part in the Green City Summit! Reserve your spot for the inaugural Green CITY Summit hosted by CITY Furniture. Hear from sustainability experts and industry leaders. Get a first-hand look at CITY's fleet and share best practices amongst CITY's leaders in recycling, facilities, product, and more.
Thursday, August 25, 2022 3p.m.-6:15p.m.(Dinner to follow) Broward Performing Arts Center 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 RSVP required, space is limited. Register
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2022 FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND CULTURAL EXPO (FITCE)Join Broward County's Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) and partners at the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) October 19th & 20th at the Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center. General Admission is FREE - Learn more and register
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Paycheck Protection Program borrowers: If your loan is $150,000 or less, you may be eligible to apply for direct forgiveness through the SBA, using their online portal. Follow the steps below. 1. Find out if your lender is participating. 2. Watch a video about how to use the portal. 3. Apply for forgiveness.
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Get Your Local Business On Google Search and MapsLearn about Google’s free tool for local businesses who want to connect with local customers on Google Search and Maps. In this session, you'll learn how to, create or claim your profile on Google, manage your business info across Google Search and Maps, and more!
Monday, August 1 • 6:00PM • Webinar • Free • Register
What Every Small Business Owner Should Know About Retirement Saving is hard if you’re working for yourself. As a small business owner, it's easy to get distracted from your own financial needs. But the time to start figuring out your own financial future is NOW.
Tuesday, August 2 • 6:00PM • Webinar • Free • Register
Health Insurance Options for Small Businesses Depending on your business characteristics and employee makeup, one form of health insurance benefit will fit your needs better than another. Join this webinar and learn about the options available. This Webinar will also review the types of coverage available when leaving your current employer. Medicare will also be covered.
Tuesday, August 9 • 12:00PM • Webinar • Free • Register
Building a Revenue Generating Marketing Strategy Trying to build a strong marketing strategy to improve your business' perception and increase your revenue? Learn the basics of marketing, key platforms to use, and tools to engage clients and grow sales.
Tuesday, August 9 • 6:00PM • Webinar • Free • Register Business Plan Writing Series Depending on your business characteristics and employee makeup, one form of health insurance benefit will fit your needs better than another. Join this webinar and learn about the options available. This Webinar will also review the types of coverage available when leaving your current employer. Medicare will also be covered.
Saturday, August 13 • 9:30AM • Webinar • Free • Register
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