KOSBE Fall Night School
Kingsport – Please join us at the new Kingsport Center for Higher Education, for
two evenings of hands-on free training, individual problem-solving,
group brainstorming and social networking. Finally get the help you
have been seeking from trained small business professionals and
experienced business mentors.
Hear and learn first-hand from procurement officers representing the
local educational system, local and federal government agencies, and
large area employers how to gain access to contracting opportunities
and identify possible new markets. Learn how to immediately impact your
business bottom line using recession-proof marketing strategies. Apply
on the spot for small business loans for startup and expansion. Learn
the secrets of small business success from leading experts in
their respective industries. Visit one-on-one with exhibitors. Explore
franchising and more!
Tuesday & Wednesday, November 17 & 18, 2009
BIANNUAL SMALL BUSINESS NIGHT SCHOOL for Prospective and Existing Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs
5:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Kingsport Center for Higher Education
300 W Market St., downtown Kingsport
No cost to attend, but pre-registration is required.
Refreshments will be served.
Register Online or call (423) 392-8811
CLASS SCHEDULE
Tuesday, November 17
5:00-5:30 | Networking
5:30-6:00 | Roundtable Discussion: Web-Based Startup Business Ideas
6:00-6:30 | KOSBE updates, Client Success Story
6:45-7:15 | Microsoft Office: Tips and Tricks
7:30-8:00 | Accessing Contracts and Subcontracts Part I:
Preparing Your One Page Company Capabilities Statement
8:15-8:45 | Choosing the Right Business Structure: To LLC or to Not LLC?
Wednesday, November 18
5:00-5:30 | Networking
5:30-6:00 | Roundtable Discussion: Recession Proof Marketing Strategies
6:00-6:30 | KOSBE updates, Client Success Story
6:45-7:15 | Accessing Contracts & Subcontracts Part II:
Strategic Partnerships & Teaming
7:30-8:00 | Social Media: Are You Out There? Is That Good or Bad for Your Business?
8:15-8:45 | Presentation Design: Selling Yourself and your Products and Services
Contact Information Vanessa Bennett @ 423.392.8811 awilcox@kingsportchamber.org
For Website info click here.