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SUMMARY:Reopening and Staying Open - How to Assess the Past 60 Days and Prepare for What's Next
DESCRIPTION:If you’re like many businesses\, you are probably working overtime to navigate the ever-changing landscape created by C19. Whether you’ve already reopened or will be opening this summer\, August will be an ideal time to assess what you’ve experienced already and develop a strategic plan for the rest of the year. \nThis session\, presented by SCORE mentor Suzanne McGrath\, will help business owners – including retailers and restaurants – learn from the experience they’ve had over the summer to:\nCreate a pro forma Profit & Loss statement as a basis for planning the next 12 months\nMinimize costs and maximize revenue through market positioning\nDevelop strategies for dealing with capacity limits\, especially in a restaurant context\nConsider how to plan for a potential second wave as well as long term changes in consumer behavior\nAnalyze options for dealing with lease issues\nThe goal of this webinar is to address these very real issues that will continue to pose existential challenges to many businesses at least through the next year. \nPresented by Suzanne McGrath \nWith over 15 years’ experience as a retailer\, restaurant owner\, and event developer\, Suzanne helps clients who are running or thinking of starting a retail business\, restaurant\, or other food or beverage-related business (cafes\, caterers\, etc.).   She provides guidance on concept development\, the start-up process\, marketing\, and operations\, as well as defining and solving business problems. \nPrior experience as a lawyer also enables her to assist with avoiding and addressing legal issues. \nSponsored by Progressive Commercial Insurance
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/reopening-and-staying-open-how-to-assess-the-past-60-days-and-prepare-for-whats-next
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CATEGORIES:Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T110000
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SUMMARY:How to Leverage a Virtual Assistant in a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual Assistant can be a valuable asset for any business but especially when resources are scarce and access to funds is limited\, such as during the current pandemic.  Leveraging a VA can help you manage your time more effectively and allow you to focus on activities that translate faster to business development and growth. \nIn this webinar\, presented by Owner of Virtual Assist USA Danielle Julia Cuomo\, you’ll learn:\nHow outsourcing can save your business\nHow to plan versus panic in times of uncertainty\nHow you can afford a Virtual Assistant\nHow to figure out what to delegate to a Virtual Assistant \nPresented by Danielle Julia Cuomo \nDanielle Julia Cuomo\, owner of business services firm Virtual Assist USA\, is an award-winning entrepreneur and author. Virtual Assist USA is an early disrupter and leading provider of virtual assistant services that help to keep thousands of companies on track\, focused\, and growing. Under her innovative leadership\, Virtual Assist USA has continued to grow every year and is a top reviewed company in this space.  In addition to working with Virtual Assist USA\, Danielle had served as a board member\, committee member & volunteer for various charities. She is also an ongoing entrepreneurial advisor for Reese International and was honored as a featured mentor at Chatham University. \nDanielle is a seasoned professional with more than 12 years of experience starting\, developing\, and leading local and national businesses across a variety of growth industries.  Danielle is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University\, where she received her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s in Business Administration.  She believes in the power of small businesses and the American dream and says “Small businesses are the lifeline of America. I hope to continue to contribute by making my client’s dreams come true\, which is the most rewarding of all.”
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-leverage-a-virtual-assistant-in-a-pandemic
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CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200813T120000
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SUMMARY:Business SWOT Analysis Fundamentals-An Easy Way to Ensure Your Business Succeeds
DESCRIPTION:A SWOT (strengths.weaknesses.opportunities.threats.) analysis is fundamental in identifying the critical factors of your business and the foundation of developing your strategic plan for a successful future. \nThis session\, presented by John G. Tile “Principle” Advisor for LITE Advisors and Susquehanna SCORE Chapter Chair\, will cover the key aspects of a SWOT analysis and how it fits into your business’s strategic plan. \nAttend this webinar to:\nLearn what a SWOT analysis is and why it is so important – through real-life examples\nUnderstand where the SWOT analysis fits in the strategic planning process\nDevelop an understanding of how to do a SWOT analysis for your business\nPresented by John G. Tile \n42 years’ experience in industry holding various leadership positions in engineering\, logistics\, safety\, and program management. John has also worked with international customers including; Australia\, Canada\, England\, Egypt\, Israel\, Saudi Arabia\, and Thailand. \nJohn can help you in areas of strategy\, business planning (startups and sustaining businesses)\, business development\, people leadership/mentoring\, marketing\, business financials\, competitive analysis\, customer relationships\, safety culture\, and business metrics.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/business-swot-analysis-fundamentals-an-easy-way-to-ensure-your-business-succeeds
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200820T130000
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SUMMARY:Closing a Business – How to Legally Close Your Company
DESCRIPTION:In trying times\, you may be looking to close or sell a business. \nJoin Deborah Sweeney\, a former corporate and intellectual property attorney turned entrepreneur\, and learn key considerations for the process of closing your business. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn how to:\nDetermine the value of your business\nFind a buyer\nAvoid fines\, fees or continued liability by selling or legally closing your company\nCommunicate your plan with employees\, customers and partners \nPresented by Deborah Sweeney \nDeborah Sweeney is the GM & VP\, Small Business Services at Deluxe Corporation. She is an advocate for protecting personal and professional assets for business owners and entrepreneurs. She has extensive experience in the entrepreneurial industry as the CEO of MyCorporation.com\, a leader in online legal filing services that provides startup bundles including corporation and LLC formation\, registered agent\, DBA\, and trademark and copyright filing services. \nDeborah has been involved in the formation of hundreds of thousands of MyCorporation’s customers. With her extensive experience in the field of corporate and intellectual property law\, Deborah provides insightful commentary on who should consider incorporation and trademark registration. \nSponsored by Deluxe Corporation
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/closing-a-business-how-to-legally-close-your-company
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Cybersecurity Challenges During the COVID-19 Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Cybercrimes have spiked during the COVID pandemic. In April 2020\, the FBI reported an almost 300% increase in cybercrime cases. We are also seeing a huge increase of COVID-19 related phishing and business email compromise (BEC) attempts. \nUnfortunately\, small businesses are the most vulnerable cybercrime targets. Unlike large enterprises\, small businesses may not have adequate resources to protect themselves. \nIn this webinar\, cybersecurity experts Jon Clay\, Mitchel Chang and Kristin Judge will help you gain some awareness and will provide high-level recommendations on cybercrime defense. \nThe key areas discussed will include:\nA threat landscape update with an emphasis on what has changed since the COVID pandemic\nThreat protection for small businesses focusing on phishing\, smishing\, business email compromise (BEC) and general cybersecurity hygiene for working and schooling from home\nA cybercrime and fraud/scam update since the COVID pandemic\nPresented by Jon Clay \nJon Clay\, Director of Global Threat Communications at Trend Micro\, has worked in the cybersecurity space for over 24 years. As an accomplished public speaker\, Jon focuses on educating the public about the cyber threat landscape and the use of advanced technologies in protecting against today’s sophisticated threats. \nPresented by Mitchel Chang \nMitchel heads Trend Micro’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Initiative for Education.  To the CSR programs\, he brings his passion to make the digital world safer\, along with decades of industry experience and proven successes as a leader. Mitchel has been with Trend Micro since 2003\, serving 11 years as Senior Vice President of Global Technical Support. \nAs part of the executive team\, he was responsible for all customer support functions\, developing an internationally recognized and award-winning support team.  He also served in various cybersecurity advisory boards for several nonprofit and government initiatives such as National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCSA)\, Cybercrime Support Network (CSN)\, and NIST NICE 2019 Conference. \nPresented by Kristin Judge \nTo address the needs of cybercrime victims\, Kristin founded the nonprofit Cybercrime Support Network and works with federal\, state and local law enforcement and consumer protection agencies to help consumers and small businesses affected by cybercrime. \nAs a thought leader\, Kristin has been seen on the C-SPAN Network\, local news outlets and called on by technology publications like SC Magazine and Government Technology\, to share best practices for online safety. Kristin was named an SC Media “Women in IT Security Influencer” in 2017\, and was awarded the “2018 Women of Influence Award” by the Executive Women’s Forum on Information Security\, \nRisk Management\, and Privacy (EWF). She is a national speaker\, sharing cybersecurity best practices with elected officials\, businesses and consumers\, and teaches a LinkedIn Learning course on cybersecurity for small and medium businesses.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/overcoming-cybersecurity-challenges-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee,Shawnee Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T003126
CREATED:20200626T181019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T181019Z
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SUMMARY:How to Run Great Virtual Events
DESCRIPTION:Running virtual events can be challenging\, especially if you’ve never run one before. However\, with a little preparation\, tips\, and knowing what to expect\, you can rock your next virtual event. \nJoin us for this webinar\, presented by digital marketing expert Jenna Shaffer\, to hear how to run a great virtual event. \nMore specifically\, you’ll learn:\nHow to prepare for your virtual event\nRunning your event and keeping people engaged\nHow to follow-up after your event \nPresented by Jenna Shaffer \nDigital marketing expert\, Jenna Shaffer\, brings her vast knowledge to thousands of small businesses and nonprofits helping them maximize their marketing success. With over a decade of experience at Constant Contact\, Jenna has taken on various roles but has most recently enjoyed her most current role as a Programs Marketing Manager and public speaker. \nBorn and raised in a family of small business owners\, she is passionate and inspired by small business owners and is highly driven to help them succeed. \nSponsored by \nAccess additional resources from Constant Contact and take advantage of Real-Time Mentoring from SCORE Certified Mentors: https://www.score.org/real-time-mentoring
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-run-great-virtual-events
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,SCORE,Shawnee Business
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