Discover how to effectively set and achieve your 2025 goals. Position yourself to achieve your goals like a top goal achiever. In this interactive webinar you will actual set your goals and learn:

• The Truth about Goal Setting and Achievement
• 3 Most Important Components of Goal Setting
• Setting Goals that Achieve Results
• How to Validate Your Goals (So you don’t waste time).
• The key to moving beyond setting a SMART goal for achievement consistency
• Obstacles to Goal Achievement and How to Overcome Them.
• You will find these techniques helpful in your personal life and your business. Make this the year you grow with consistency and achieve your personal and business goals. 

To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6g9WNZC1SUes2jLeQ8YScA#/registration

This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to collect business information and research. You will learn about capital funding and the lender’s view of the borrower. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TwhKgVD5Sr6MaRIBp43gIw#/registration

It’s tough for small businesses to get funding. In fact, 80-85% of small business loan requests are denied by banks. So, what’s a small business owner to do when the bank says no? Find alternative funding sources! “When Banks Say No” provides an overview of alternative funding options for small business owners who need money to start, support or grow their businesses.

Takeaways from and Benefits of Attending “When Banks Say No”:

1. Hope! A “no” from the bank is not the end of the road. There are many options available for nearly any business situation.
2. Understanding! We’ll explain many funding options that banks just don’t offer. One might be just what you need!
3. Direction! When you identify one or two loan options that work for you, you can take the steps towards acquiring that money to start or support or grow your business.

To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q1VEaMRfRcKHNh1V34APgA#/

A good marketing plan lays out the marketing actions you need to execute. For each action item, it should spell out the potential revenue, expenses and timing required to be successful in meeting your financial goals.

This webinar will cover the following:

• Setting financial and strategic marketing goals.
• Defining your product or service using the “Four Ps”.
• Defining your overall promotional strategy.
• Choosing the right promotional methods to reach your goals.
• Developing an online marketing strategy.
• Setting a marketing budget and timeline.
• Choosing and defining metrics to measure your success.

To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XrMV-ZtxSfSv3zupxCHjIg#/registration

The learning objectives include understanding the basics of video creation, optimizing video marketing strategies, exploring innovative marketing trends, leveraging video for business growth, and gaining insight into the influence of AI on content creation and video marketing. This presentation will be interactive and aims to equip participants with practical knowledge and tools to navigate the future of video. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WpxZ1FN_RDSNF_SnbHE2oQ#/registration

Do you ever wonder if you have the best website you could have to attract your target market? Have you ever wanted to get an honest and unbiased review of your website? We will get down to the nitty-gritty as our presenter will take your website and critique it with specific do’s and don’ts – LIVE during our completely interactive webinar. We will select several of Your websites to show you the Good, the Bad and the Possibilities. You will leave knowing the right questions to ask as you look for ways to advance your website from meh to WOAH.

We will ask for you to submit your website for review. Out presenter will show you the best tips to make your website stand out and get you the views you deserve.

Please note:

1. Our Presenter will review and critique as many websites provided as time permits
2. Our host will preview your website submission for appropriateness.

To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7efCtA9tTYiCiT0B0QW9dw#/registration

Learn about the five common legal business types and how to pick the right one. To register, follow this link >> https://app.webinar.net/0l2GAk2Jk9z?mcc=bizsuccess

For people who have limited knowledge or understanding of basic accounting and finance. This seminar is intended to explain the methods and need for financial tracking, control and generating the financial projections necessary to develop your plan such as: cash flow, income statement, break evens and balance sheet. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i0VtlKrZTFy_EkXskanS6g?_x_zm_rtaid=BqfPLqIhRgasw576ACPaDw.1735758058610.88d42df75da9cb7b1023239d8268193a&_x_zm_rhtaid=833#/registration

Track your website’s performance and turn these insights into action. To register, follow this link >> https://app.webinar.net/6m8Z9OqwqX3?mcc=bizsuccess

This workshop will discuss the characteristics, backgrounds and mindsets of successful small business owners. This should allow you to see whether you have what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur. We will also show you how to evaluate your skills to understand what areas you need to work on to increase your chances of success.

This workshop will cover the following topics:

• What is entrepreneurship?
• What is the entrepreneurial process?
• Is entrepreneurship limited to certain age groups or gender?
• Do I need a college degree in business to be successful?
• What are the paths to owning a business?
• How do successful entrepreneurs think?
• What are the personal characteristics of successful entrepreneurs?
• What are the chances my business will succeed?
• How will I know if I have the skills needed to succeed?

To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Kf7miYMdRjmiGfnZDtPQvw#/registration

Are you a startup founder or entrepreneur looking to navigate the complex world of HR? Building a strong and innovative team is crucial for the success of any startup, but can often be a daunting task. In this webinar, we will demystify the world of HR and empower you with practical strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent. Our expert speaker, Erin Eilers, will share invaluable insights on how to create a legally compliant, winning company culture, establish effective recruitment and onboarding processes, implement performance management systems, and foster employee growth and engagement. Whether you’re just starting out or in the early stages of scaling your startup, this webinar is designed to provide you with the tools and knowledge to supercharge your HR practices. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kVRWRIyXRhuKcAgstZtAmw#/registration

In most industries, a typical proposal generates a success rate under 25%. A great proposal generally results in close rates exceeding 50%. You’ll learn how to make your proposals much more effective, generating higher margins, superior profits, and resulting in even more fun building your business. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cNpDxVggRdSpwp6j7_Lvnw#/registration

When it comes to launching business marketing plans in the new year, it sometimes feels beyond overwhelming trying to figure out where to start. Buzzwords like algorithm and SEO and AI get thrown around by everyone selling anything remotely related to marketing.

Having an online presence can be even more vital when it comes to connecting with a wider audience than just word of mouth from current and past clients. But most businesses are not also storytellers, camera operators, editors, and marketing managers. Your job is to be a professional in your field, not every area of marketing and your field.

So how can you launch content creation without spending exorbitant amounts of money hiring professionals, or drowning yourself with more tasks on your already overwhelming To Do list?

This webinar will discuss some simple steps to get started with content creation in the new year:

• What type of equipment you need (hint: not a lot, and you probably already have it)
• Simple ways to film and post content
• How to manage a posting schedule
• How to plan checking and managing engagement
• Ways to stay true to your story without becoming watered down by AI

To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PFBdDr8-SJSJqc9_wnsOZg#/registration

For people who think they might need funding for their business. It is designed for start-ups and existing businesses with cash flow or capital issues. The seminar explains the various sources of funds, their lending criteria and how they differ. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5HBdcVE-QXegG5lioGRqdg?_x_zm_rtaid=L3XRtKiaS2qksG-tc5rHAQ.1736282510009.9708a8caaa269dde827f0d81aea0ad11&_x_zm_rhtaid=100

Where are you struggling to stop that frustrating leak in your funnel? Where are you hitting a wall trying to communicate your product’s true value?

That’s what we want to see. So we can help you out. Bring us your real-world marketing messaging challenges – or just sit back and learn from your peers’ challenge – in this hands-on, interactive session. You will get ideas you can quickly execute on to improve your copywriting and design.

Want personalized feedback? A select few will receive live coaching on their own marketing during the webinar.  Submit your marketing for a chance to be coached live. Email the following details to Daniel.Burstein@Meclabs.com by January 9th:

1. A link or image of the marketing/advertising piece you’d like help with (e.g., landing page, print ad).
2. Context about the step before this piece, if relevant (e.g., the Facebook ad driving traffic to your landing page).
3. Your top question or challenge regarding this piece.

To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aq54nGmYQXmomAfBGr9Jdw#/

Join us to learn strategies for integrating AI into your marketing efforts. Sponsored by Verizon Small Business Digital Ready. To register, follow this link >> https://app.webinar.net/Q0Vbl5zY7eX?mcc=bizsuccess

For people who want to obtain trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains many practical marketing tips. It will help you define your mission, analyze your situation, conduct research, identify your target market, and develop your marketing mix. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y0M4PKvvQJ6q3_SKex0fgQ#/registration

 In Setting Boundaries for the Busy Business Owner, you’ll explore the vital role boundaries play in protecting your time, energy, and well-being. This workshop will guide you in understanding how healthy boundaries contribute not only to your self-care but also to stronger relationships—especially the relationship you have with yourself. You’ll learn practical strategies to establish and maintain boundaries that support your business goals while ensuring you don’t lose sight of your personal needs. By the end, you’ll feel empowered to set limits that allow you to thrive in all areas of your life, without feeling overwhelmed or stretched too thin. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bAWNABYBQtSlrvIf_3JDUg

Learn about the benefits of woman-owned certification and how it can position your business for growth. To register, follow this link >> https://app.webinar.net/3Ogen4Wld2o?mcc=bizsuccess

We will discuss the major reasons for assembling a plan, whether or not you need to obtain financing for your business. We will cover what should be in your plan and how to assemble the information you need using library and other resources. This workshop will cover the following topics:

• What is a business plan?
• What are the main reasons for developing a business plan?
• If I don’t need to raise capital to start my business, do I still need a business plan?
• If I do need to raise capital, what will lenders want in my business plan?
• Where can I find a business plan template I can use to get started?
• What are the main sections of a business plan?
• Where can I get the information I will need in a business plan?

This Webinar is FREE. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_D7q3pZ_nRD-iBwiU9XLXiw

Discover the art of mapping your customer’s journey to create unforgettable experiences that keep them coming back. In this session, we’ll dive into the critical touchpoints that shape customer perceptions, uncover the gaps that might be costing you repeat business, and learn strategies to transform every interaction into an opportunity for brand loyalty. Whether you’re new to customer journey mapping or looking to refine your approach, this talk equips you with actionable insights to elevate customer satisfaction and foster long-term relationships. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_t6ST4NcFT3-rkFPJekNbng

Understand the essential steps to growing your opt-in email list into the six figures. To register, follow this link >> https://app.webinar.net/Kl1V5ONGQ4O?mcc=bizsuccess

In this training I cover communication, teamwork, emotional intelligence, customer service, conflict resolution, respect & civility. It’s created for front-line workers that have to deal with customers and each other every day. To register, follow this link >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3yPy_LxrRG2Y8s2Iq3mNeA#/

Ever feel like your marketing is missing that special spark? In this workshop, we’ll explore how defining your Why can supercharge your marketing efforts, helping you stay motivated and connect more meaningfully with your customers.

In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to:

• Identify the vison and purpose behind your business and how to use it to drive your messaging.
• Stay motivated and on track, even when marketing feels like a grind.
• Focus your marketing efforts on what matters most, eliminating distractions and amplifying impact.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how your business helps your community and a renewed commitment to sharing it in a way that forms lasting connections. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zC3K4VQJTGWg_6gMrz0wMw

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks and how to use it to streamline your financial management. To register, follow this link >> https://app.webinar.net/9lVjRLDRQA1?mcc=bizsuccess

Small businesses can’t drown out industry giants in sheer ad spend or resources. But you can outsmart them by leveraging creativity, quickness, and a deep understanding of your ideal prospects to create authentic customer experiences. This webinar, will help spark your next great idea so you can punch above your weight. In this session, you will learn:

• The three types of competitors (many entrepreneurs focus on type #1 competition, but by becoming a type #2 or type #3 competitor, you can outmaneuver the giants)
• The 4 factors of a highly effective value proposition
• How to use AI for competitor analysis

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9ESJI0dbSjyQb97KKIzD3w#/registration

In this workshop we discuss what a credit score is, what makes up a credit score, how to create credit, how to recover from bumps in the road with your credit and how to protect what you have worked so hard for. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_f8oaUbXxSmWKgk3Jpc7mnA#/registration

This tax seminar will discuss the income tax impacts of the various choices available to form your business. The seminar will also provide an extensive overview of Schedule C (the businesses’ income statement). In addition, the seminar will provide a few tips on recordkeeping and cover some miscellaneous income tax matters. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eZOu7FVATl6KTZf7T-3yAQ#/registration

Small business owners tend to under-utilize marketing research as they develop their products and strategies. This is often due to a lack of understanding of when research should be performed and what types of research to employ. This webinar will review the techniques available and provide examples of when to use each one.

This webinar will cover the following:

• The different types of primary and secondary research.
• The different types of qualitative and quantitative research.
• When to use focus groups and other interview techniques.
• When to perform quantitative surveys.
• How to determine the sample size and sample weighting for surveys.
• The different types of survey questions and how to write them.
• A review of some of the largest marketing research contract firms.

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MpGhesRJTVeebc1lm-EnaQ

The Florida APEX Accelerator at the University of North Florida is hosting monthly roundtable discussions on topics related to government contracting. These no-cost, virtual and informal sessions are for business owners or those thinking about entering into the government contracting sector; federal, state or local. You will be able to ask questions about doing business with the government; each session will start with one or two specific topics, then we will open the floor to attendees to ask our Government Contracting Consultants their specific questions.

Topics of discussion for 2025 will include:

• Are you ready for government contracting
• Supplier Diversity Programs and Socioeconomic goal requirements
• Necessary federal, state, and local government registrations and regulations
• Tips on applying for business socioeconomic certification programs; Federal, State and Commercial sectors
• How to connect with government buyers and prime contractors
• Understanding the language and basics of contracting
• Research of procurement histories and forecasts
• Identifying proposal and bid opportunities
• Best practices for automated bid match service
• Review solicitations, proposal documents, and make recommendations
• Contract performance requirements
• Contract audits
• Post-award contract administration requirements

Cost: Free
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/coffee-and-contracting-virtual-roundtable-for-government-contracting-5a1eVO68Ewn/overview

Understand different artificial intelligence tools you can use in your business. To register, follow this link >> https://app.webinar.net/We47bY8OZ0n?mcc=bizsuccess

This workshop is for anyone looking to start a non-profit and is committed to providing a community service. The presenter will show you step by step, how he set up a non-profit in 6 months, without a lawyer.

• How to create a legal non-profit structure 
• Mapping out your program service
• Making the case for funding

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p8D5G22NRH-bJC9uOFnBpw

Keep Them Coming Back is your golden ticket to mastering the art of customer loyalty without needing a Fortune 500 budget or a PhD in rocket science! This game-changing workshop is perfect for small business owners who are tired of watching their hard-won customers play musical chairs with their competitors.

What’s in Store? (Pun intended! 😉) Think of this as your customer retention reality show, minus the drama but packed with all the good stuff:

• Transform your one-time buyers into your biggest fans (no autographs necessary, but they’ll want to give you their business again and again!)
• Learn the secret sauce of customer loyalty that even your competitors’ spy satellites can’t detect
• Master the art of feedback that doesn’t make everyone run for the hills
• Create experiences so memorable, your customers will forget their spouse’s birthday but never your business name 🌟

Why This Workshop? Because…

• You’ll get real, actionable strategies (no theoretical fluff that puts you to sleep)
• We’re talking practical solutions that work for businesses your size
• You’ll learn how to measure success without needing a calculator with 47 buttons
• You’ll walk away with a retention plan that’s ready to rock n’ roll

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BK0L01LMTPmJc2_947DQ6w#/registration

You will learn how to:

• Grow your contact list
• Turn leads into sales
• Provide seamless customer follow-up

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-HSQNcJEQNOuAMJiE83rNw

If your marketing isn’t producing the results you want, there may be simple steps you can take to change that. From presenting your message succintly to ensuring your content is relevant to building a relationship over time, there are simple, small steps that can make a big difference to your bottom line. We’ll dive into 8 of these key ideas that you’ll be able to put to use today. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_M-mBZPYTTPWhVX4ezLapgw

AGENDA:
8:30 AM Registration Opens (Coffee and light breakfast provided)
9:00 – Welcome, intro to SCORE
9:20 – 10:15 – Speaker #1
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM Break
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Session One – Panel #1 – Fund Raising Strategy
Facilitator – Dylan Allan
Panelist #1 – Jim Moody
Panelist #2 – Carol Wheatly
Panelist #3 – TBD
11:30 AM – 11:40 AM Break
11:40 AM – 12:25 PM Session Two – Panel #2 – Communicating/Building Your Brand
Facilitator – Stuart Hodes
Panelist #1 – Anne
Panelist #2 – Phil Zeman
Panelist #3 – TBD
12:25 PM – 1:45 PM Break
12:25 – 12:55– Lunch
1:00 – 1 :45 Speaker (Jerry Ross)
1:45 PM –2:00 PM Break
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM Session Three – Panel #3 – Best Practices for Success (ED Panel)
Facilitator – Jim Moody
Panelist #1 – Karen Kurta
Panelist #2 – Leah Nash
Panelist #3 – Joseph Simmons
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM Introduction of Nonprofit Consortium
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM Wrap-up
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM Networking Cocktails

Cost: $30
Location: National Entrepreneur Center
3201 E Colonial Drive
Orlando, Florida 32803
To register, follow this link >> https://www.score.org/orlando/event/non-profit-day-2024

Growing your business or organization can feel like waiting for the stars to align, but it doesn’t have to be. In this free, one-hour webinar, you’ll gain proven tips, strategies, and actions you can take to capture contacts and manage your list for success over time.

More specifically, you’ll learn:

• Strategies to attract new contacts to your list
• Ways to capture valuable information like interests and preferences to tailor your content and offers
• How to manage your list over time to improve your email strategies and drive success

Register >> https://webinars.constantcontact.com/constantcontact/Chart-Your-Course-to-Capture-Leads-and-Own-Your-Contacts

Unlock the secrets to leveraging LinkedIn as a powerful prospecting tool. This session will teach you step-by-step strategies to identify, engage, and secure meetings with your ideal clients, transforming your online connections into real business opportunities. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YQ30B6JuQYGp-HzAs0pF-w

The First Coast Opera is celebrating its 25th Anniversary with an extraordinary Gala Event! 🎶 Don’t miss an evening of unforgettable music featuring Special Guest Juan Antonio Simarro a world-renowned Spanish composer and artist. 

Location: Embassy Suites Oceanfront Resort
300 A1A Beach Blvd.
St. Augustine, FL 32080
To purchase tickets, follow this link >> https://www.firstcoastopera.com/gala-2025?

Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) Chief Executive Officer Eric Green will share updates on the port’s major growth projects and plans for the future during the State of the Port address on Thursday, February 6, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.

Hosted by the Propeller Club of the United States – Port of Jacksonville, the annual event provides updates on JAXPORT’s business and the supply chain trends impacting Jacksonville to hundreds of transportation and logistics professionals. 

Location: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 E Coastline Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32202

Self-parking garage is located on Newnan Street. (Garage clearance: 6’ 7”) Attendees will be responsible for their own parking. Dress code is business casual.

Register >> https://www.propclubjax.com/state-of-the-port-2025

Join us for the Small Business Workshop Series hosted in Hastings. This is a comprehensive series of workshops that will help entrepreneurs with the business skills needed to grow their small business!

No matter the purpose – to evaluate the feasibility of starting a business or to present to a bank for funding – a business plan is a critical tool for successful small businesses. Get an overview of the format and content of a business plan and the resources to help get started.

• SBDC staff will be on hand to help attendees create their LLC’s during each session!
• Refreshments will be provided

Location: Al Wilke Park Community Center
6150 South Main Street, Hastings, FL 32145
Cost: FREE
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/hastings-workshop-series-business-planning-5a1eVO6XLwf/overview

Join the JAX Chamber for our annual Small Business Breakfast presented by TD Bank. This event is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of small business in our community and announce the JAX Chamber’s 2025 Overall Small Business Leader of the Year as well as recognize all 2025 individual winners.

Networking starts at 8:30 a.m. and the program begins at 9:00 a.m.

Location: Florida Blue Conference Center
4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32246

Guest Speaker:
Paul Jones
CEO, W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractors

Price:
Member: $45 per individual, $315 table of 8
Non-member: $60 per individual, $420 table of 8

Register >> https://members.jaxchamber.com/events/2025-small-business-breakfast-presented-by-td-bank-8598-8598/details

The Florida APEX Accelerator at the University of North Florida is hosting monthly roundtable discussions on topics related to government contracting. These no-cost, virtual and informal sessions are for business owners or those thinking about entering into the government contracting sector; federal, state or local. You will be able to ask questions about doing business with the government; each session will start with one or two specific topics, then we will open the floor to attendees to ask our Government Contracting Consultants their specific questions.

Topics of discussion for 2025 will include:

• Are you ready for government contracting
• Supplier Diversity Programs and Socioeconomic goal requirements
• Necessary federal, state, and local government registrations and regulations
• Tips on applying for business socioeconomic certification programs; Federal, State and Commercial sectors
• How to connect with government buyers and prime contractors
• Understanding the language and basics of contracting
• Research of procurement histories and forecasts
• Identifying proposal and bid opportunities
• Best practices for automated bid match service
• Review solicitations, proposal documents, and make recommendations
• Contract performance requirements
• Contract audits
• Post-award contract administration requirements

Cost: FREE
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/coffee-and-contracting-virtual-roundtable-for-government-contracting-5a1eVO68FzJ/overview

Due to weather conditions, the 139th Annual Meeting will be rescheduled to February 13th. Tickets for registered attendees will reflect the new date. Registration remains open, we hope to see you there!

Entry includes food from local restaurants, two drink tickets, live entertainment and the opportunity to tour the outer decks and select compartments of the USS Orleck. After all these years, we still call it a meeting – but let’s be honest, it’s really a party.

Location: Pier 1 – USS Orleck Naval Museum
610 E Bay Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Free parking will be available in the dirt lot directly in front of the Orleck.

Register >> https://members.jaxchamber.com/events/139th-Annual-Meeting-8567/details

Sponsorship and food vendor opportunities are available. Please contact Lacey Higginbotham at (904) 366-6638 or via email for more information.

Join us for the Small Business Workshop Series hosted in Hastings. This is a comprehensive series of workshops that will help entrepreneurs with the business skills needed to grow their small business!

This workshop will help you achieve your sales and marketing goals by understanding your products or services, customers, prospects and competitors through digital marketing platforms and social media.

• SBDC staff will be on hand to help attendees create their LLC’s during each session!
• Refreshments will be provided

Location: Al Wilke Park Community Center
6150 South Main Street, Hastings, FL 32145
Cost: FREE
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/hastings-workshop-series-business-planning-5a1eVO6XLwf/overview

Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan and uses a content template to help determine what goes into each section of this plan. FREE! A $35 value! Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zWkaq4hvQaaeQq7B6qkPtA

You will learn about:

• LEGAL STATUS
• HOW TO LAY A COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION
• HOW TO BUILD AN OUTREACH STRATEGY
• HOW TO IDENTIFY SOURCES OF FUNDING THAT YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH
• HOW TO IDENTIFY PEOPLE WHO SUPPORT YOUR VISION
• TRADITIONAL FUNDRAISERS
• And Much More! 

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V5f7abpVSFO60cYT9MSWSA#/registration

This webinar will educate business owners on the importance of KNOWING the value of their business as a starting point in managing their investment.

Key topics include

• Business valuation 101 (the math)
• Market multiples
• Value drivers
• Price vs Value

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZnOcNpP9T1WUs8TCi3nJbg#/registration

Rescheduled from Oct 31. If you have already registered for Oct 31, you do not have to register again – you are already registered for this new date/time.

What is the first impression you give when they see you in their email inbox? And when they see you there, what do they do?

This powerful seminar takes you step-by-step through the keys to effective email marketing:

• What it really is (and isn’t)
• What it can do for your business
• And the five easy steps you must take to harness the power of the inbox!
• Grow a healthy list
• Create great content
• Customize a beautiful, mobile-friendly template that matches your brand
• How to get your emails opened
• Tracking your results

From revealing why regular email doesn’t work, to insider tips and techniques like automated list building tools and the design elements that work (and those that don’t!), this seminar will give you the keys to the most effective marketing you can do: email marketing. With a 36:1 return on investment, email marketing simply makes sense. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sfjl5p9US7eddSq3qW5u2g#/registration

Join the USHCC and Amazon Business for a webinar on Wedneday, February 19 from 1–2 p.m. ET to learn how Amazon Business can empower your company to scale and thrive. This session will provide actionable insights into leveraging Amazon Business tools for growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to drive your business forward! Register >> https://bit.ly/USHCCAmazon

Where’s the Money & How Do I Get It?
Lender Expo & Training Event

Are you struggling to secure funding for your business? Look no further than the upcoming Where’s The Money Expo and Training Event! This half-day event is designed to provide you with the knowledge and resources you need to successfully secure funding for your business.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with various lenders during the expo and learn about all the programs available for their small business. Additionally, expert speakers will cover topics such as identifying funding opportunities, developing a solid business plan, and navigating the loan application process. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to take your business to the next level.

Date: February 20
Time: 8:30am – 12pm
Place: UNF Herbert University Center
12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville 32224
Cost: $10 (Includes breakfast!)
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/wheres-the-money-and-how-do-i-get-it-lender-expo-and-training-event-5a1eVO693b7/overview

Join us for the Small Business Workshop Series hosted in Hastings. This is a comprehensive series of workshops that will help entrepreneurs with the business skills needed to grow their small business!

This workshop will cover key topics such as identifying revenue streams, analyzing expenses, and creating realistic financial projections that align with your business goals. Attendees will get practical tools and strategies that can be applied immediately to enhance their financial planning capabilities.

• SBDC staff will be on hand to help attendees create their LLC’s during each session!
• Refreshments will be provided

Location: Al Wilke Park Community Center
6150 South Main Street, Hastings, FL 32145
Cost: FREE
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/hastings-workshop-series-business-planning-5a1eVO6XLwf/overview

Join us for our 12th Annual Mentoring Monday, featuring the region’s top businesswomen sharing their secrets to success. Designed for busy professionals, our speed-mentoring sessions promote a supportive atmosphere to build connections.

We are pleased to introduce this year’s virtual keynote speaker, Anna Papalia—author, renowned keynote speaker, and career influencer with over 3 million followers.

Anna will kick off the event with an inspiring message, 5 Tips on How to Get the Most Out of Mentoring. With extensive experience working with Fortune 100 companies, coaching over 10,000 clients to interview better, and teaching at Temple University’s Fox School of Business for over a decade, Anna brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise.

Anna discovered interview styles and wrote the book, Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing, and is on a mission to teach both job seekers and hiring managers how to interview better through self-awareness.

Location: 
Emerald Station @ Phoenix Arts + Innovation District
2404 Hubbard Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206
Purchase tickets >> https://www.bizjournals.com/jacksonville/event/171611/2025/mentoring-monday-2025?

Cost: Free
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/coffee-and-contracting-virtual-roundtable-for-government-contracting-5a1eVO68A1z/overview

Unlock the secrets to leveraging LinkedIn as a powerful prospecting tool. This session will teach you step-by-step strategies to identify, engage, and secure meetings with your ideal clients, transforming your online connections into real business opportunities. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vOL5ZPsMTMahdD5ijeAjcg#/registration

Want content that converts browsers into loyal customers? In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create marketing content that makes people feel seen, understood and compelled to take action. 

In this workshop session, we’ll cover:

• What is emotional content marketing and how it impacts your customer’s decisions.
• How to develop content that will resonate with your ideal target customers. 
• Proven strategies to help you craft messages that are both engaging and conversion-focused.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll have the tools to create content that doesn’t just communicate to your community – it captivates, builds loyalty and encourages action lasting customer relationships. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CCEsmAR9RgmkuxyXSr1cSA

This FREE Clinic Experience is for anyone 65 plus with Medicare. Join us for tours, food, Doc Talks, Chair Yoga and more. Are you or someone you know looking for a Primary Care Physcian who gives you the time, attention, expertise and care you deserve? Then look no further. VIPcare is changing the primary care landscape for those age 65 plus with Medicare. Join us for our next clinic experience and see for yourself! 

Location:
VIPcare Jacksonville – Baymeadows
10920 Baymeadows Road #1, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Register >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heart-2-heart-clinic-experience-with-vipcare-and-first-coast-cardio-tickets-1217097594669

Ready to turn your vision into reality? Join us for a practical workshop that offers step-by-step guidance on establishing a nonprofit public charity. Ideal for those who have already decided to form a nonprofit, this session covers the essential stages from conception to achieving tax-exempt status and beyond.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Board Recruitment: Strategies for assembling a dedicated and effective Board of Directors.
2. Formation Steps: The seven critical steps to forming a nonprofit public charity.
3. Compliance Obligations: Key state and federal compliance requirements for public charities.
4. Sustainable Funding: How to fund and sustain your nonprofit from day one.

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MXwiYbeIRVCIKJGyCgkzyw#/registration

Join us for the Small Business Workshop Series hosted in Hastings. This is a comprehensive series of workshops that will help entrepreneurs with the business skills needed to grow their small business!

Learn how to get the financing you need as well as help you understand what kind of funding (debt or equity) is more appropriate for your business. Learn how various loan programs work and hear from real lenders about what the banks look for when evaluating your loan package.

• SBDC staff will be on hand to help attendees create their LLC’s during each session!
• Refreshments will be provided

Location: Al Wilke Park Community Center
6150 South Main Street, Hastings, FL 32145
Cost: FREE
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/hastings-workshop-series-business-planning-5a1eVO6XLwf/overview

Members, join us as Quenby Ford, Senior Project Manager Consultant at Metro Jacksonville, will be presenting an exciting session on Generative AI at our upcoming Townhall Meeting. Don’t miss this chance to explore how AI is shaping the future and its potential impact on businesses and our community.

We will also provide an update on accomplishments, trends we’ve followed and a peak at what’s planned for 2025 with guest speaker, Quenby Ford!

Cost: FREE
Location: Florida Blue Deerwood Campus
4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Register >> https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/emf/fchcc/town-hall-meeting2-2025

It’s tough for small businesses to get funding. In fact, 80-85% of small business loan requests are denied by banks. So, what’s a small business owner to do when the bank says no? Find alternative funding sources! “When Banks Say No” provides an overview of alternative funding options for small business owners who need money to start, support or grow their businesses.

Takeaways from and Benefits of Attending “When Banks Say No”:

1. Hope! A “no” from the bank is not the end of the road. There are many options available for nearly any business situation.
2. Understanding! We’ll explain many funding options that banks just don’t offer. One might be just what you need!
3. Direction! When you identify one or two loan options that work for you, you can take the steps towards acquiring that money to start or support or grow your business.

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_t2HbEANPQpiWJyZglr_SaA

In this session, you will learn how to:

Reference Solutions is a set of databases that allows you to download records of your target market prospects for free.

• Access Reference Solutions from home for free with your library card,
• Identify new sales prospects,
• Create customized business & consumer marketing lists,
• Identify key business contacts,
• Locate home-based businesses,
• Find businesses with web addresses,
• Define delivery routes,
• Gather competitive business intelligence,
• Identify major industry groups,
• and much, much more!

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jHg0cU0xRuijcFpt_vzcVQ#/registration

A good marketing plan lays out the marketing actions you need to execute. For each action item, it should spell out the potential revenue, expenses and timing required to be successful in meeting your financial goals. This webinar will cover the following:

• Setting financial and strategic marketing goals.
• Defining your product or service using the “Four Ps”.
• Defining your overall promotional strategy.
• Choosing the right promotional methods to reach your goals.
• Developing an online marketing strategy.
• Setting a marketing budget and timeline.
• Choosing and defining metrics to measure your success.

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_F_81q_0LR4WTWYOqwCIt3g#/registration

Are you tired of your website being lost in search results? Discover the secrets to skyrocketing your website’s visibility and attracting more visitors with powerful on-page SEO techniques! 

In this eye-opening webinar, you’ll unlock the keys to search engine success and learn how to transform your website into a magnet for your target audience. Whether you’re a business owner looking to boost sales, a marketer aiming to increase leads, or a web developer striving to create high-performing sites, this webinar is your ticket to SEO mastery. 

In this webinar, you will learn: 

• The art of strategic keyword placement for maximum impact
• Insider tips for crafting SEO-friendly URLs that search engines love
• The power of heading tags and how to use them effectively
• The delicate balance of keyword density – how much is too much?
• Image optimization techniques that boost both SEO and user experience
• The secret sauce of internal and external linking for SEO success
• How to write irresistible meta titles and descriptions that demand clicks
• Proven strategies to keep visitors engaged and coming back for more
• The ultimate goal: turning visitors into customers through smart conversion optimization

Your guide on this SEO workshop is none other than Jennifer DeRosa, the mind behind Building DIY Websites for Dummies and the owner of Toto SEO, a leading SEO agency. With years of experience and a knack for simplifying complex concepts, Jennifer will equip you with practical, actionable strategies you can implement immediately. 

Don’t let your website languish in obscurity any longer. Join us for this game-changing webinar and learn how to climb the search engine ranks, attract more visitors, and turn your website into the powerful business tool it was meant to be! Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HbKS9HyrQhezl1Y8u-EFeQ#/registration

Emotional intelligence (EI) can be a game-changer in helping entrepreneurs navigate these turbulent moments with grace and resilience. In this webinar you will learn the following points:

• Normalize Struggles and Mistakes
• Self-Awareness and Emotional Regulation
• Empathy and Connection
• Self-Confidence and Growth Mindset
• Finding the Brighter Side

By highlighting emotional intelligence in this way, entrepreneurs can embrace their journey more holistically. You’ll not only have the skills to survive challenges but to grow, learn, and thrive in the face of adversity. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_X_9qW9dmSz23ObhNrrpe3Q#/registration

This workshop is designed to equip small business owners with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage their finances and make informed decisions. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this class will provide you with the tools and resources necessary to succeed.

During the class, learn from SBDC consultants about common mistakes made by applicants and how to avoid them. Then hear from Bank OZK lenders about what the bank looks at when evaluating your loan package. The workshop ends with networking for attendees and the lenders

Join us and take the first step toward mastering financial intelligence for your small business. Empower yourself with the knowledge and confidence to make sound financial decisions that will propel your business to new heights.

Date: March 6
Time: 9:30am – 12pm
Place: UNF Herbert University Center
12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville 32224
Cost: None! (Includes breakfast!)

Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/cash-flow-to-expansion-financial-smarts-for-thriving-business-jax-5a1eVO6np4M/overview

In this session, discover if you’re ready to sell in Amazon’s store and how to get started. Learn the fundamentals of selling with Amazon, including what to sell and when, how to list and deliver your products, and how to grow and scale your brand online. We will also share information on Amazon’s resources and programs to help small businesses succeed.

Sponsored by: Amazon.
Register >> https://www.score.org/memphis/event/how-start-selling-amazon%E2%80%99s-store-362025

Presented by the JAX Chamber and
St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce 

Join us on March 6 to celebrate THE PLAYERS Championship. This annual networking event, co-hosted with the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce, is right around the corner! 

Add a touch of TPC Sawgrass excitement to your evening by participating in the iconic 17th Hole Challenge. 

Location:
TPC Sawgrass
Stadium Village
5360 Palm Valley Road
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Cost:
Chamber members $60
Non-Chamber members $70
NextUp JAX Members $50

*Limited ticket availability*

*Please note this event sells out every year. Purchase your tickets early to secure your spot.

Overview: Discover Strategies for Growth!

Join us for an exciting day of Resilience, Learning, and Collaboration designed to empower entrepreneurs to thrive! Hear from Keynote Speaker and top Realtor Zelda Greenberg as she dives into Duval County trends and opportunities that will help drive your success. Guided by our Emcee, Carolyn Daniels, the forum will feature Adam Dillon from JSEB and SCORE Chapter Chair Teresa Applegate speaking about procurement, volunteers Melody Petraglia speaking about leveraging Reference Solutions for effective marketing outreach and Sharlyne Rogers about Health and Wellness. Guest Appearance by Ric Banicella of the Children’s Movement talking about leveraging employee and child care credit initiatives.

Workshop Takeaways:

• Duval County Economic and Demographic Trends and Opportunities
• Leveraging Data for Effective Marketing Outreach
• Maximizing Procurement Strategies and Business Connections
• Prioritizing Health and Wellness

Key Benefits: Gain actionable strategies to engage your audience, capitalize on impactful business initiatives, and maintain balance with essential health and wellness insights. Register >> https://score.tfaforms.net/112?EventID=a10Vt000003vg8r&origination=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.score.org%252Fjacksonville%252Fjacksonville-business-forum

10 essential answers need to be found in your business plan. These not only help prepare you for the inevitable pitfalls as your business develops but are needed for any financial lender that you might want to approach. If you are pursuing funding guaranteed by the SBA, these become even more important. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rh4fAPkGT1ivQTMp0mEfQw#/

How do you create Social Media content that stands out in a world where there are floods of AI resources? Most are quite obviously AI and have been likened to the digital version of carrying a clearly knock-off designer handbag under the guise of quality. It not only is quite obvious, but it can cheapen your brand, and tell people that you lack funds and resources for even the most basic and cost-effective graphic design software.

One of the most easy-to-use and versatile software is Canva – an online digital design, animation, and editing software which can be used to create everything from Social Media posts, to resumes, to posters, to postcards, to marketing materials, to pitch decks, to invoices and price quotes. The software is free to use, with a paid pro upgrade available for even more resources.

With thousands of font options, graphics, stock photos, video elements, animation styles, and templates to choose from, diving in can seem daunting at first. Once familiar with the platform, the possibilities are endless!

This webinar will break down some of the basics for using the platform when it comes to graphic design for Social Media content. Focus will be on coming up with your own unique digital designs to tell the story of your brand without looking like a cheap AI bot, or digital copy-cat.

All you need to create impactful content is internet access! The rest, well the rest will be covered in this webinar! Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Smg3K-HQQVuyt9eIsBSr8Q#/registration

How do you create Social Media content that stands out in a world where there are floods of AI resources? Most are quite obviously AI and have been likened to the digital version of carrying a clearly knock-off designer handbag under the guise of quality. It not only is quite obvious, but it can cheapen your brand, and tell people that you lack funds and resources for even the most basic and cost-effective graphic design software.

One of the most easy-to-use and versatile software is Canva – an online digital design, animation, and editing software which can be used to create everything from Social Media posts, to resumes, to posters, to postcards, to marketing materials, to pitch decks, to invoices and price quotes. The software is free to use, with a paid pro upgrade available for even more resources.

With thousands of font options, graphics, stock photos, video elements, animation styles, and templates to choose from, diving in can seem daunting at first. Once familiar with the platform, the possibilities are endless!

This webinar will break down some of the basics for using the platform when it comes to graphic design for Social Media content. Focus will be on coming up with your own unique digital designs to tell the story of your brand without looking like a cheap AI bot, or digital copy-cat.

All you need to create impactful content is internet access! The rest, well the rest will be covered in this webinar! Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Smg3K-HQQVuyt9eIsBSr8Q

Intellectual property rights can cover a wide array of legal protections entrepreneurs may need to protect their unique products and services, their branding their company’s reputation and other intellectual assets.

This webinar will cover the following topics:

• Intellectual Property – Definition and Common Mistakes
• Trademark Registration and Rights
• Types of Patents and the Application Process
• Copyright Ownership and Protection
• Domain Name Selection and Registration
• Types of Trade Secrets and Their Protection

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oZ3cTLgQTwKBxshJ3sVqHA#/registration

The Florida APEX Accelerator at the University of North Florida is hosting monthly roundtable discussions on topics related to government contracting. These no-cost, virtual and informal sessions are for business owners or those thinking about entering into the government contracting sector; federal, state or local. You will be able to ask questions about doing business with the government; each session will start with one or two specific topics, then we will open the floor to attendees to ask our Government Contracting Consultants their specific questions.

Topics of discussion for 2025 will include:

• Are you ready for government contracting
• Supplier Diversity Programs and Socioeconomic goal requirements
• Necessary federal, state, and local government registrations and regulations
• Tips on applying for business socioeconomic certification programs; Federal, State and Commercial sectors
• How to connect with government buyers and prime contractors
• Understanding the language and basics of contracting
• Research of procurement histories and forecasts
• Identifying proposal and bid opportunities
• Best practices for automated bid match service
• Review solicitations, proposal documents, and make recommendations
• Contract performance requirements
• Contract audits
• Post-award contract administration requirements

Cost: Free
Register >> https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/coffee-and-contracting-virtual-roundtable-for-government-contracting-5a1eVO6GzP3/overview

Would you like to know what your YouTube needs to be successful? Join us for a Live and completely interactive webinar where our presenter will critique your channel. You will learn ways to up your game and attract the clients you want and grow your market.

With YouTube being one of the largest search engines, you will not want to miss this exciting and profitable experience. 

Please note:

1) Our Presenter will review and critique as many channels provided as time permits

2) Our host will preview your channel submission for appropriateness.

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IuiDCvQXQwmb0Psg31Xbuw

For people who want to obtain trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains many practical marketing tips. It will help you define your mission, analyze your situation, conduct research, identify your target market, and develop your marketing mix. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LCJnDQPuSVeWoApgpbQNlg#/registration

AI Without the ‘Uh-Oh’ is your backstage pass to the perfect human-AI tango – where technology enhances your business without making it look like your chatbot had too much coffee!

Why This Workshop Will Rock Your Digital World:

• Learn to leverage AI tools without losing your business’s personality (because nobody wants to sound like a robot trying to pass a Turing test!)
• Master the art of content creation that makes both algorithms AND humans swoon
• Discover where AI truly shines (and where it belongs in timeout)
• Transform your workflow without turning your business into a sci-fi movie subplot

What You’ll Actually Get (No Fancy AI Promises, Just Real Results! 🎯):

• A bulletproof framework for deciding when to use AI (and when to keep it old school)
• Real-world examples of AI wins and face-palms (learn from others’ oops moments)
• Practical templates for maintaining your brand voice while leveraging AI assistance
• Strategic guidelines for ethical AI use that keeps your customers trust-meter at 100%

Perfect For Business Owners Who:

• Are tired of content that sounds like it was written by a committee of robots
• Want to use AI without their customers playing Spot the Bot
• Need to scale smartly without losing their human touch
• Are ready to embrace AI without letting it embrace their whole business identity

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZB9fQLlWQRKNdwbj0_8sWg#/registration

Owning a franchise is one way to become an entrepreneur. A franchisor provides the planning, brand name and promotional support the franchisee needs to get started. Attend this workshop to see if a franchise is right for you.

Have you always wanted to be your own boss but didn’t quite know how to get started?

Would you like to take control of your future and live a more flexible lifestyle?

Do you want to build equity and wealth for your future?

If you’ve answered yes to one or more of the above questions, this workshop may be right for you! Join us for an interactive workshop, including:

• Understand what it takes to be a franchise business owner
• Learn about the advantages of becoming your own boss
• How to find the right franchise
• And many other topics

Plus, hear from local franchise owners LIVE and find out why they decided to take the franchise route versus starting from scratch. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Gz9Sb_MKSAWVq_JgTvTqfw

Building a website for your business doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With the right guidance, you can quickly create a polished, functional site that showcases your brand and drives sales. Even if you’re using a template for the design, creating engaging content is key.

In this webinar, we’ll walk you through the must-haves for getting your website live, focusing on what matters most so you can launch with confidence.

 You’ll learn:

• The 4 questions your homepage must answer before going live
• How to craft an impactful ‘about’ page
• Ways to make it easy for visitors to find and contact you
• Best practices for selecting and using images
• How to create an effective landing page

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eJf5vba4T12KBUGFLSuHdw

Descubra cómo proteger su información y la de su negocio a través de:

• Herramientas y técnicas de ciberseguridad
• Identificación de amenazas
• Seguridad en redes y dispositivos
• Protección de pagos y transacciones en línea, y más.

Location: 
Regus Business Center Quadrant I
4651 Salisbury Rd, Suite 400
Jacksonville, FL 32256

Cost: Free
Register >> https://nam.dcv.ms/sUCJBQIwe3

Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan and uses a content template to help determine what goes into each section of this plan. FREE! A $35 value! Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9rdFfUk2QNmzgr9nFVW9qQ#/

The Art and Science of Behavioral Interviewing. This training teaches those charged with interviewing candidates for hire how to interview effectively using behavioral interview techniques. The premise is an employee’s previous behaviors are indicative of future behaviors. This training pulls out those areas normally hidden during an interview. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VE_OJ4iORminvPRxvT34cA

This webinar will educate business owners on the importance of KNOWING the value of their business as a starting point in managing their investment.

Key topics include:

• Business valuation 101 (the math)
• Market multiples
• Value drivers
• Price vs. Value

Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VVBTY64UTj-x74e44ECDnQ#/registration

Starting out or looking to land paying clients fast? This webinar introduces the 5Ps Go-To-Market Framework, a simple, step-by-step method to attract paying clients without relying on paid ads. Discover how to position your brand effectively, connect with the right audience, and offer clear solutions to their problems—all in just 30 days.

 This webinar will help participants attract their first clients by applying the 5Ps framework and identify where their strengths/needs lie.

 Learning Outcomes:

• Understand and apply the 5Ps Framework (Personality, Painpoint, Persona, Product, Product-Market Fit) to attract clients.
• Define your ideal client, understand their needs, and create an offer that resonates.
• Leave with a personalized 30-day action plan for client acquisition.

Outline:

1. Introduction to the 5Ps – Why the right market positioning matters.
2. P1: Personality – Harnessing your strengths and unique value.
3. P2: Painpoint – Identifying your client’s core needs.
4. P3: Persona – Creating a clear Ideal Customer Profile (ICP).
5. P4: Product – Crafting a compelling offer that sells.
6. P5: Product-Market Fit – Signs of a validated offer.
7. AI Hacks for Startups: Content Creation: Quick tips on using AI to create social content and attract clients organically.
8. 30-Day Action Plan – A weekly roadmap to your first paid clients.
9. Case Studies & Examples – Real-life applications of the 5Ps to inspire your strategy.
10. Success Metrics – Identify quick-win KPIs to track your Go-To-Market progress.

In this session, we’ll dive deep into how these five pillars work together to attract clients and build momentum for sustainable growth. Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rMSEgDEVTuibzm5x2AxkQA#/registration

Whether you are making your first hire, or assessing if your employee’s salary is competitive, you may wonder whether the compensation, benefits, and non-monetary incentives of your roles are attracting the right talent. In this workshop, we’ll dive into proper classification of employees, paying competitively for your geographic region, and employee perception of fairness based on pay equity theories. You’ll leave this session with tools to avoid legal quagmires and know how to create an attractive compensation and benefits package that retains talented team members. 

In this session, we will discuss 

• Why pay equity matters
• Legal compliance (federal, state, and FL specific laws) 
• External equity 
• Cost of living and geographic location
• Supply and demand (impact of COVID)
• Internal equity 
• Pay across your organization
• CEO to average worker ratio 
• When external and internal equity conflict 
• Compensation best practices 

Plus a Q&A session at the end for all your compensation questions! Register >> https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fke8JfZ9SzSR9UjqYY6bFg#/

Please join us to discuss local business opportunities and to find out more information about the Jacksonville Small and Emerging Business (JSEB) Program. Register >> https://jseb.jacksonville.gov/business-support/register-today

Join us again for the Annual Small Business Night with the Jacksonville Icemen, presented by Florida SBDC at UNF on Wednesday, March 19! 

Celebrate National SBDC Day with us by networking with other small businesses, meeting with experts who can help your business grow, and cheering on your Jacksonville Icemen!

Small Business Night Ticket
Total cost: $32 includes:

• Arena Club Lower Bowl Ticket to Icemen Game
• Access into Women in Business Night pre-game panel discussion from 5-6 pm
• Access into VIP Hour of Complimentary Beer and Networking from 6-7 pm
• Icemen Group Gift of the Game
• Post-Game Photo on Ice

Register >> https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Smallbusiness2025

FCHCC Members: Join us for a morning of networking and learning with our special guest, Maria Isabel Montoya, Founder of MiAddvantage and Director of Communications at FCHCC. Maria is a professional with extensive experience in marketing and communications. We will talk about personal branding and how to differentiate yourself in the market, strengthen your presence and generate new career opportunities. 

Location: FCHCC Office Regus, Quadrant 1
4651 Salisbury Road, Suite 400
Jacksonville, Florida 32256
Register >> https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/emf/fchcc/social-cafecito-3-2025

The JAX Chamber is hosting the Chamber Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, March 31 at The Palencia Club. We invite our members to join us for this great event intended to bring business leaders together on the golf course. The golf tournament includes lunch, contests and prizes.

Event Details: Check-in/Range: 8 a.m. | Shotgun start: 9 a.m. 

Registration includes 2 complimentary drink tickets per person, an awards luncheon and snacks on course.

Pricing:
$315 per golfer or $1,250 per foursome 

Sponsorship opportunities are available, please contact Events for more information. Register >> https://members.jaxchamber.com/events/2025-Chamber-Classic-Golf-Tournament-8638/details