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| 10/4/2022 | Our Board of Directors meet monthly to discuss all things chamber related. If you would like additional information about how to become a member of our Board of Directors, email jessica@sumterchamber.org. more info... |
| 10/4/2022 | 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. This session will cover the key aspects of a SWOT analysis and how it fits into your business's strategic plan. Attend this webinar to: Learn what a SWOT analysis is and why it is so important Understand when and where the SWOT analysis fits in the strategic planning process Develop an understanding of how to do a SWOT analysis for your business more info... |
| 10/5/2022 | The groundbreaking even will kick off our 2nd house with the Villages Charter School through our Youth Construction Academy. Throughout the 2022-2023 school year, select students from the school's Construction Academy will work side by side with Habitat and other construction professionals to learn valuable and employable skills while building a home for a local family in need. Please RVSP by Sept. 30th, Shari@habitatLS.org more info... |
| 10/5/2022 | 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. KEY TOPICS Business Plans/Startup Assistance more info... |
| 10/6/2022 | Our Chamber Ambassadors meet monthly to discuss upcoming events, ribbon cuttings and new members joining the Chamber. If you are interested in being a part of our Sumter Chamber Ambassador Committee, please email jessica@sumterchamber.org for more information. more info... |
| 10/8/2022 | You may have heard that today’s consumers expect timely and relevant information from the businesses they choose to hear from. Segmentation is the first step toward sending that targeted, relevant content that gets results for your business. Whether you’re not sure how to segment your list or you just want to learn more, join us in this impactful presentation, we’ll share strategies and tips that help you segment your list to send more relevant information to your subscribers. You’ll learn: Basic strategies to segment your email list How to get your subscribers to self-segment How to use existing data & tools to send relevant information more info... |
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| 10/11/2022 | En los negocios, capturar el interés de un posible comprador, inversionista, proveedor o posible contratación debe hacerse rápidamente. A menudo, solo tiene unos segundos para transmitir un mensaje que atraiga al oyente y lo deje con ganas de saber más. Este taller te ayudará a crear y perfeccionar lo que comúnmente se llama tu "discurso de ascensor". Recuerda: no tendrás una segunda oportunidad para hacer una buena primera impresión. En este evento aprenderás: Por qué: Importancia de un gran discurso de ascensor Perspectivas: buenas vs. mejores comunicaciones Herramientas: plantillas para crear un gran discurso de ascensor Borrador: Construyendo su discurso de ascensor Nuestra presentadora: Samantha Cruz ha sido propietaria de 4 pequeñas empresas desde 2002 y su pasión es ver a las mujeres empresarias crecer profesionalmente y lograr ser independientes financieramente. Samantha tiene una maestría en marketing empresarial y es mentora de SCORE. TEMAS CLAVE Marketing, Public Relations & Sales Estrategia y Planificación more info... |
| 10/12/2022 | Part 1 of 3: This basic QuickBooks Online class will show you why tracking your finances is important to being successful in your business. It will also teach you about the different types of QuickBooks subscriptions and help you determine the best one for you. Finally, we will review the set up options to help you get started right. KEY TOPICS Accounting & Cash Flow more info... |
| 10/13/2022 | A webinar providing an overview of the marketing process for small business, as well as a close look at all elements of a marketing plan. Marketing is the driver of revenue growth and an imperative for small business success. Topics include the traditional four "P's" of marketing - Product, Place, Promotion, and Price - as well as three new "P's" with special application to small businesses - Positioning, People, and Planning. more info... |
| 10/13/2022 | United Southern Bank is hosting the 'in the Red Zone Tailgate" Chamber After Hours event. Tackle your Hunger! Ice your Thirst! Wear your Team Colors! Don't forget to bring your business cards! more info... |
| 10/13/2022 | 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 Presented by: Eugene Campbell, ECCRGroup’s CEO. Eugene is a highly motivated leader with over thirty-years years of senior-level non-profit management expertise and a proven track record of creating and/or transitioning organizations based on individual structural needs. He is a Fowler International Academy of Professional Coaching certified, Master Business Coach (MBC), Disaster Recovery and Restart Coach (CDRC), and Professional Life Coach (CPC). KEY TOPICS Business Plans/Startup Assistance Non-Profit more info... |
| 10/13/2022 | How do you set your website up to win over customers? Your website has to attract and engage visitors, educate them about your products and services, and convert them into customers. Success begins with a plan! This webinar, presented by Co-Founder of Cardsetter, Jessica Baldwin, will show you the key elements your website needs to succeed. After the session, you’ll have a better understanding of: The critical role your website plays in your online marketing strategy The features and tools you'll need to execute your plan How to get everything working together to achieve your goals How to set your website up to attract, engage, and convert your ideal customers Attendees will receive a free website planning workbook. more info... |
| 10/14/2022 | Join us as we celebrate the opening of Bushnell's very first Med Spa! We will cut the ribbon promptly at 4:30pm! more info... |
| 10/18/2022 | In this presentation, you’ll learn some of the best ways to sell your products online using Google tools this holiday season. How to showcase your products on your Google Business Profile. How to list your products for free across a variety of places on Google using Google’s Merchant Center How to use these two Google tools even if you don’t have an eCommerce website. Led by Pamela Starr, a professional trainer for Grow with Google, this is a presentation every small business owner should attend if they sell physical products. KEY TOPICS Marketing, Public Relations & Sales more info... |
| 10/18/2022 | 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. KEY TOPICS Marketing, Public Relations & Sales more info... |
| 10/19/2022 | The Sumter County Chamber of Commerce hosts a bimonthly lunch meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of every other month. The Chamber uses this meeting as a way to help educate their members and attendees with relevant information for our local business community. Its Your Chamber. Be a part of it! #sumterchamber #sumtercounyfl #beapartofit more info... |
| 10/19/2022 | This seminar is specifically developed for small business owners who have little to no experience or understanding of the role and impact of income taxes on their businesses. It is facilitated by experienced Tax Professionals and is designed to provide ideas and tax strategies that can be shared with one's tax advisor. KEY TOPICS Tax Planning more info... |
| 10/19/2022 | This Social Media “Boot Camp” provides a high-level understanding of how to begin marketing your business using social media. You will walk away with a social media “toolkit” that will give tips and best practices for choosing the right social platform for your business type, what type of posts and best time to post for your customers and more. KEY TOPICS Marketing, Public Relations & Sales more info... |
| 10/20/2022 | Are your employees working remotely, in-person, condensed hours, with an abnormal schedule, or all the above? Your team is essential to productively growing your business, so how can you best engage team members and achieve desired results? Attend this webinar to discover best practices for managing people while making money in the process! more info... |
| 10/20/2022 | In business, capturing the interest of a prospective buyer, investor, supplier, or potential hire must be done quickly. Often, you have only a few seconds to convey a message that will engage the listener and leave them wanting to know more. This workshop will help you create and perfect what is commonly called your "elevator pitch". Remember, you do not get a second chance to make a good first impression. At this event, you will learn: Why: Importance of a GREAT Elevator Pitch Insights: Good Vs. Great Communications Tools: Templates For Creating A Great Elevator Pitch Draft: Building Your Elevator Pitch Our Presenter: David Harrison currently teaches MBA students full-time, and in all business subjects. Dave enjoyed a career as a senior executive with global responsibilities at Johnson & Johnson, Armstrong, and Standard Industries. He has also started multiple successful entrepreneurial ventures and is a SCORE mentor. This event is free but pre-registration is required. KEY TOPICS Marketing, Public Relations & Sales Strategy & Planning more info... |
| 10/25/2022 | This event will help you avoid common mistakes and maximize your emails for powerful impact! You’ll learn: Branding beyond the logo – how placement, pictures, even colors can reinforce recognition & engagement Readability – including fonts, white space and single-column design Images – including sizing, placement, links and more Shareability – are you going social with your email? Easy tips to encourage more cross-platform engagement Join us for this fast, info-packed session packed with tips, techniques and tools to help you navigate the dos and the don’ts for your own email marketing! Workshop Presenter: Ken Countess is Constant Contact's top trainer and an award-winning marketer, trainer, and presenter as well as an internationally accredited expert in Email and Social Media marketing. Don't miss this chance to hear Ken in action. Attendees at Ken's events always come away with ideas that they can implement immediately. Pre-registration is required for this FREE event. When registering, be sure to click the option that let's us provide the Sponsor (Ken) with your name and email, if you want him to contact you with additional information. KEY TOPICS Marketing, Public Relations & Sales Technology more info... |
| 10/26/2022 | The Chamber Finance and Executive Committees meet monthly to discuss the chamber finances and all other chamber functions. more info... |
| 10/26/2022 | 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! KEY TOPICS Business Plans/Startup Assistance more info... |
| 10/27/2022 | Learn about all the most recent updates Google has made to their free Business Profile tool. In this session you'll learn how to: Create or claim your Profile on Google Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps Use this tool to connect with potential customers just in time for the holiday season. Led by Pamela Starr, a professional trainer for Grow with Google, this is a presentation small business owners who work with people in their local community should attend. KEY TOPICS Marketing, Public Relations & Sales more info... |
| 10/27/2022 | Have you ever wondered how web search engines and search engine optimization (SEO) works? Are you looking for more online visibility? In this webinar you will learn some of the easiest ways to increase the likelihood of being found on Google and Bing search engines. more info... |
| 10/27/2022 | Come enjoy FREE live entertainment by Dale Stumbo and as we celebrate our member with a ribbon cutting. Big Brothers Big Sisters will be set up from 3-6pm....we will promptly cut the ribbon at 4:30pm! As always at Edna's there is three yummy food trucks to choose from. Find the Big Brothers Big Sisters staff for FREE DRINK coupons for the bar! more info... |
| 10/27/2022 | What is your business reason for being? The foundation of any business is the reason why you have decided to sell a product or deliver a service. No matter how good your product or service is, if there is no story involved, you will have difficulties getting noticed by your potential customers. In this webinar, we want to show you why it is important to Start with Why. Attend this webinar to learn: Why? - the core belief of your business How? - how your business fulfills the core belief What? - what your company does to live up to its potential Prerequisite: Prior to attending this webinar, all attendees are asked to view the 7 minute TED talk by Simon Sinek called "Start with Why". more info... |
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