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SUMMARY:STEP Into Exporting: State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grants For International Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join our panelists for a discussion and Q&A about how to grow your exports\, sales\, brand\, and business internationally. \n\nLearn how the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small to mid-sized business owners and entrepreneurs reach their international business objectives (resources\, programs and grants available).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHear from digital experts on the power of Website Localization and International Online marketing strategies in establishing a digital footprint in your chosen international target markets.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnpack Ecommerce Digital Landscapes with strategies and trends for Search Engines\, Social Media marketing\, regulations\, reporting and analytics.\n\nSAVE YOUR SEAT
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/step-into-exporting-step-grants/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T143000
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SUMMARY:Brand Strategy for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Just getting started with your business and not sure how to speak about your mission? How do you position yourself in the marketplace if you are new to the game? How does your website\, packaging\, written content\, and collateral all reflect you\, your values\, and your mission? In this Ask the Expert session\, our expert will address the unique needs of businesses in their first chapter and how to create a cohesive brand strategy that sets you up for success. Sign up now! \nTo sign up for the event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/brand-strategy-for-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T110000
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SUMMARY:What Goes Into a Marketing Plan?
DESCRIPTION:Want to boost your visibility and attract new customers? This session is tailored just for you! Join an expert and a small team of peers to explore the essential components of a successful marketing plan. You’ll learn which marketing strategies are best suited for your business and which to avoid\, how to effectively communicate your business story\, identify your potential customers and discover where to find them\, and determine where to focus your marketing efforts. Your expert will guide you through a straightforward\, question-and-answer framework to help you create a clear\, actionable marketing plan by the end of the session. \nTo Sign up for the Event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!\n\nWho Should Register: \n\nBusiness owners who want to better understand all aspects of marketing\nBusiness owners developing a comprehensive marketing plan including target demographics\, advertising\, social media\, and more\nBusiness owners who are or will be seeking capital\nBusiness owners who are struggling to be profitable\n\nHow to Prepare: \n\nTo get the most of this session\, make a list of your past advertising efforts and results\, social media accounts\, email and newsletter efforts\, and google analytics for your website\, if you have them. Don’t worry if you don’t have anything to start. Your expert will talk through the model and get you started.\nLogin from a laptop or desktop is preferred.\nSign on 15 minutes before the start time.\nIf you arrive more than 10 minutes after the start time\, you may not be able to participate in the session.
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/what-goes-into-a-marketing-plan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T123000
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UID:889-1728903600-1728909000@biz2grow.org
SUMMARY:Do It Yourself Public Relations
DESCRIPTION:In this Ask the Expert session\, entrepreneurs will learn the essential skills to effectively manage their own public relations and build a strong\, positive reputation in their communities. This webinar and expert Q&A will cover key PR strategies such as crafting compelling press releases\, developing media contacts\, and leveraging social media to amplify your message. \nParticipants will gain insights into identifying and targeting the right media outlets\, pitching stories that resonate\, and managing media relations. Our expert will also explore how to handle crisis communication and turn challenges into opportunities. \nBy the end of the session\, small business owners will have the tools and confidence to take control of their PR efforts\, enhancing their visibility and credibility in the market. Sign up now! \nTo sign up for the event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/do-it-yourself-public-relations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T130000
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Profit Margins
DESCRIPTION:In this Ask the Expert session\, entrepreneurs will learn practical strategies to increase their profitability and achieve sustainable growth as a result. This course dives into key financial principles such as cost management\, pricing strategies\, and revenue optimization. Participants will explore ways to upsell product\, streamline operations\, reduce expenses\, and improve efficiency without compromising quality. Techniques for maximizing sales through effective marketing and customer relationship management will also be discussed. By the end of the session\, small business owners will have a toolkit of actionable insights and best practices to enhance their profit margins and ensure long-term financial health. Sign up now! \nTo get the most out of this session\, users should have: \n\nFigures for the average sale\, total transactions\, and COGS\nAvatars/Personas for your customers\n\nTo sign up for the event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!\n\n 
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/growing-your-profit-margins/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T110000
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UID:893-1729594800-1729600200@biz2grow.org
SUMMARY:Pitch Perfect: Crafting Your Capital Quest
DESCRIPTION:Getting ready for an important pitch or presentation? In this Ask the Expert session\, small business owners will learn how to create compelling presentation decks that attract investors\, showcase the business\, and secure funding. This session covers the essential elements of an effective pitch\, including clearly defining your business model\, market opportunities\, competitive landscape\, and financial projections. \nParticipants will receive guidance on how to tell a compelling story that highlights their unique value proposition and potential for growth. The class will also provide tips on designing visually appealing slides\, structuring the presentation for maximum impact\, and confidently delivering the pitch. \nBy the end of the session\, entrepreneurs will be ready to create their own polished pitch deck and know the skills needed to confidently present their business to potential investors. Sign up now! \nTo sign up for the event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/pitch-perfect-crafting-your-capital-quest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T180000
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SUMMARY:Digital Doors: Digital Marketing Tips for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Set your business up for success to maximize your online sales during this holiday season. \nPartners: Jacqui Jones & One Degree
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/digital-doors-digital-marketing-tips-for-the-holidays/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T160000
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UID:891-1730124000-1730131200@biz2grow.org
SUMMARY:Streamline Your Site: Usability
DESCRIPTION:Have you just built your website?  \nOr has it been years since you updated yours?  \nAre you looking to drive more traffic\, or are you having trouble converting visitors into paying customers?  \nIf you answered “yes” to any of these questions\, this session is for you! During this session\, you will work with an expert to gain an understanding of strategies for getting more people to see and engage with your website. You will explore ways to improve your site’s pages and navigation and attract more visitors to your website. \nTo Sign up for the Event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!\n\nWho should register: \n\nBusiness owners looking to improve their website.\nBusiness owners who want to better understand the key elements of a strong website\, so that they can improve theirs.\nBusiness owners who want to ensure their sites have all the pages needed for their particular business\nBusiness owners who are struggling to convert website hits to sales\n\nThis is a high-value session with a digital marketing professional\, offered to you at no cost!
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/streamline-your-site-usability/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T130000
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CREATED:20241023T153636Z
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UID:975-1730199600-1730206800@biz2grow.org
SUMMARY:Financial Wellness for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Many small business owners finance their passions by bootstrapping and using personal credit. How do you get out of the tight cash flow cycle that you are in? \nLet our expert in financial wellness start you on the path to liquidity and financial health. How well do you understand your money – how it arrives\, how it departs\, and how it can best serve you? How do you strategize your spending? Learn how everyday decisions can impact your business for the months to come. \nTo Sign up for the Event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/financial-wellness-for-entrepreneurs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T163000
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UID:977-1730212200-1730219400@biz2grow.org
SUMMARY:Identifying and Addressing Customer Objections
DESCRIPTION:This is an intermediate-level class and should be attended by those defined below. \nAre you worried that you’re not selling as much or as well as you could? You are not alone. \nMany entrepreneurs know they have a wonderful product or service offering\, but they lack confidence in persuading others to buy it\, and they fear rejection. But this\, like many skills\, can be improved with knowledge and honed with practice. You can develop your sales craft! You don’t want to miss this! \nTo Sign up for the Event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!\n\nTo get the most out of this session\, users should have: \n\nYour existing sales pitches\nBusiness sales data to refer to\nCommon objections your customers pose after a pitch\nAfter taking this session\, we recommend “Perfecting Your Sales Conversions” and “Maximizing Profit per Customer”
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/identifying-and-addressing-customer-objections/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T130000
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UID:979-1730289600-1730293200@biz2grow.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Networking: Unlocking Doors to New Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your professional connections with a strategic approach to networking. This webinar will teach you how to build meaningful relationships that can open doors to new opportunities in your career or business. Learn techniques to identify and engage with key influencers\, create lasting impressions\, and leverage your network to achieve your goals. \nWhether you’re seeking new clients\, partners\, or career advancements\, this session will provide you with the tools to network with purpose and unlock your full potential. \nTo Sign up for the Event: \n\nVisit hope2women.org/verizon\nCreate a free account\nSearch for this webinar under “events”\nRegister!
URL:https://biz2grow.org/event/strategic-networking-unlocking-doors-to-new-opportunities/
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