NOW OPEN! Nominations are being accepted for the 2025 National Small Business Week Awards, which recognize the achievements of small businesses and their contributions to America's economy. The deadline to submit nomination packages is Thursday, Dec. 5 at 4:00 p.m. ET.

Register for our webinar on Friday, September 20 at 12 p.m. to learn about the eligibility requirements, guidelines, and various award categories. RSVP here.

*All nominated small businesses must have received some form of SBA assistance such as counseling through SBA Resource Partners, financial assistance, exporting assistance, THRIVE participant, 8a participant, etc.*

The GA Veterans Business Outreach Center is hiring! 

The Georgia Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), an SBA Resource Partner that provides small business counseling services for veteran entrepreneurs, is hiring a full-time instructor. The position is responsible for classroom instruction and evaluating students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives for Boots to Business/Reboot courses throughout the state of Georgia.

For more information about major responsibilities, qualifications, salary, and benefits, visit the Central Georgia Technical College job announcement here.

Upcoming Small Business Training Events

UGA Morehouse College Small Business Development Center – Federal Contracting Summit
Small Business Development Center

From becoming a subcontractor for the federal government to harnessing the potential of AI and forming strategic alliances, this summit is your gateway to winning lucrative procurement opportunities and achieving sustainable growth.

Friday, September 13, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

Putting It All Together – The Business Plan
SCORE North Metro Atlanta

Think of a Business Plan as your checklist for managing an enterprise successfully. It is the roadmap that sets the destination and the path to get there.

Friday, September 13, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

Leveraging the Power of LinkedIn to Grow Your Business
Small Business Development Center

Although it's the "grandfather" of social media, LinkedIn may be one of the most underutilized social networks when it comes to digital marketing. When it comes to building business relationships and targeting a specific professional group, LinkedIn offers very powerful options.

Monday, September 16, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

Winning in Business Series: Part 3 – From Data to Dollars, Planning for Growth
SBA Georgia District Office and SCORE Georgia

This session will help you gain confidence in your financial planning. Level up with a plan: gain new market territory, offer new products and expand your services, and create new partnerships to help your small business succeed.

Monday, September 16, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

SBA Overview - Webinar  
SBA Georgia District Office

We will cover the (4) pillars of the SBA which includes, access to capital, federal contracting, counseling, and disaster assistance.

Tuesday, September 17, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. ET REGISTER HERE

 

SBAC and CCCS Present: Credit Building Workshop for Entrepreneurs
Small Business Assistance Corporation

Gain valuable insights on how to establish strong credit and achieve your business goals. Learn how to pull, read, and repair your credit score and qualify for a $1,000 small business loan. 

Tuesday, September 17, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program
SBA Georgia District

Before you can participate in the women’s federal contracting program, you must either use SBA FREE online application or an approved third-party certifier.  Both methods will require you to use the WOSB.Certify.sba.gov new portal.

Tuesday, September 17, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

Transform Customers Into Brand Ambassadors
Small Business Development Center

In this class, you’ll learn how to harness the power of data-driven customer-centric marketing to acquire and retain customers, set marketing goals that make sense for your business, create engaging marketing collateral tailored to each stage of the buyer’s journey, and track and optimize your marketing campaigns for maximum impact. 

Wednesday, September 18, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

Unlocking Your Business Potential: A Guide to Using Business Coaching and Consulting
SCORE North Metro Atlanta

This Live Online Workshop is a comprehensive guide designed to walk you through the fundamentals of business coaching and consultation. It will help you determine if your business could benefit from these services and what to expect. You will learn how to select the right coach or consultant tailored to your specific needs.

Wednesday, September 18, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

From Risky to Resilient: Strategic Growth for Entrepreneurs
Small Business Development Center

Explore what growth means for your business, identify the internal and external obstacles that can derail that growth, and develop a proactive (not reactive!) strategy to mitigate the risk that will come your way. Connect with a panel of industry experts who specialize in helping businesses prepare for threats and uncertainty.

Wednesday, September 18, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE

Introduction to Intellectual Property Fundamentals  
Small Business Development Center

New to patents, trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets? Get a solid foundation in intellectual property (IP) and learn how to safeguard your innovations as you move from concept to creation.

Wednesday, September 18, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

Mitos y Realidades del Financiamiento 
Small Business Development Center

Pensar en el financiamiento de su pequeño negocio puede convertirse en un dolor de cabeza por eso estamos aquí para ayudarle. Acompáñenos a participar de nuestra clase gratuita Mitos y Realidades del Financiamiento para Pequeños Negocios donde compartiremos información relevante de como para aplicar a los préstamos de la nueva iniciativa SSBCI (State Small Business Credit Iniative) por sus siglas en ingles en todo el estado de Georgia.

Thursday, September 19, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE

Never Fire on a Friday: Termination Best Practices 
Small Business Development Center

The process of terminating an employee can be one of the most difficult aspects of being a manager/employee. This two-hour webinar will teach business owners and managers how to apply the four types of termination techniques commonly used by Human Resource Managers.

Friday, September 20, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE

Boost Your Small Business With AI-Powered Digital Marketing
Small Business Development Center

We’re in the middle of an Artificial Intelligence boom. AI has emerged as a game-changing technology that can revolutionize the way businesses approach marketing. Learn about the technology behind AI, which tools are helpful, and how your business can get started using AI for marketing.


Friday, September 20, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE
 

  
Submitting an Award-Winning 2025 NSBW Nomination  
SBA Georgia District Office 

The SBA is NOW ACCEPTING nominations for the 2025 Small Business Week Awards!

Join this online event to learn about the SBA Georgia District Office's nomination categories, eligibility, submission documents, and tips for writing an award-winning nomination package.

Friday, September 20, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE

Small Business Take Off: Warner Robins Townhall with Mayor Patrick and SBA  
SBA Georgia District Office and the City of Warner Robins

Join Mayor LaRhonda Patrick on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the Aviation Museum for a Small Business Take Off Townhall. This event is designed for small business owners in the Warner Robins area to learn about resources and procurement assistance to help take their companies to the next level of growth.

Tuesday, September 24, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET REGISTER HERE