Refresh your website as part of your new year's to-do list. In this livestreamed workshop, you'll learn about search engine optimization and best practices for creating a search-friendly site. We'll cover... - How search works - Breakdown the anatomy of a search result - How to perform a site search - 5 Search Engine Optimization Tips

Co-Sponsor(s): Grow With Google, Nicholls State University, TEDA

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

To register, go to https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=10410002

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This seminar will provide entrepreneurs with a comprehensive overview of the steps to be taken to start a business, the essentials of business planning, and how to determine funding needs for the start-up. Seminar covers: • Items you want to know before starting a business • Preparing for business success • How to start your business • Financing options • Resources for your business

Speaker(s): Jimmy Nguyen, Assistant Director

Co-Sponsor(s): Nicholls State University, TEDA

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

To register, go tohttps://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=10410001

www.lsbdc.org

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

This seminar is focused on how to use financial statements to manage profits, measure growth, and search for funding opportunities to close out the year. Program includes: • Financial Health and Value of your company through the Balance Sheet • Profitability and Productivity of the Income Statement • Overview of all transactions and activities via the Statement of Cash Flows • Identifying Available Funding Opportunities • Finding Alternative Funding Resources

Speaker(s): Jimmy Nguyen, Assistant Director

Co-Sponsor(s): Nicholls State University, TEDA

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

To register, go to https://www2.lsbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=10400014

www.lsbdc.org

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

Topic: Computers in Business

Refresh your website as part of your summer cleaning to-do list. In this livestream workshop, you'll learn about search engine optimization and best practices for creating a search-friendly site.

Co-Sponsor(s): Grow With Google, TEDA, Nicholls State University

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

Fee: No Cost; Register online.

Phone: 985.876.8863

Email: LSBDC.GNOR@lsbdc.org

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

Topic: Managing a Business

Business Certifications give businesses access to opportunity in contracting, funding and grant programs. There are a variety of federal, state and local certification programs that can enhance your chances to not only get a contract but also to expand and grow! Learn how your business can benefit from CERTIFICATION as a Louisiana SMALL AND EMERGING BUSINESS. Benefits of free SEBD Certification include: Business developmental assistance, entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, industry-specific assistance and increased procurement opportunities. Learn more about SEBD and other business certification programs. Plan now to attend this free seminar.

Speaker(s): Jimmy Nguyen, Senior Business Consultant

Co-Sponsor(s): TEDA, Nicholls State University College of Business, Fletcher Technical Community College

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

Fee: No Cost; Register Online.

Phone: 985.876.8863

Email: LSBDC.GNOR@lsbdc.org

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

Topic: Financing and Capital

Identifying and securing the financing you need to grow your business can be a scary and difficult task when you don't know what to do. A winning funding proposal can make a huge difference between getting "No" and getting a "Yes"! When you know what a lender or investor is looking for and the questions that they need answered, you will greatly improve your chances of obtaining funds that your business needs to start, grow and expand! In this seminar you will learn what you need and different types of funding options offered. Furthermore, this seminar will help analyze your personal financial situation and then help you create a progressive income plan that is unique to your situation to build and maintain wealth. In this seminar, you will learn: · To strengthen your financial situation · To identify and assess the financial needs of your business · To identify sources of capital · How to prepare the essential documents for a lender or investor · How to answer key questions to capitalize on opportunities You should attend this workshop if you are a business owner: · Who is seeking funding to start or expand their business · Who is seeking to improve current credit position · Who has been denied or turned down looking to increase chances moving forward

Speaker(s): Jimmy Nguyen, Senior Business Consultant

Co-Sponsor(s): TEDA, Nicholls State University, Fletcher Technical Community College

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

Fee: No Cost

Register Online

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Phone: 985.876.8863

Email: LSBDC.GNOR@lsbdc.org

Topic: Marketing and Sales

In this livestream seminar we explore popular campaign types and how each can help your business connect with local customers online, promote special offers, and grow brand awareness. Learn to use Google Analytics to identify and track traffic, results of web campaigns, visitor types and other important information about your website traffic.

Speaker(s): Anastasia Kudrew, Google Small Business Lead Educator

Co-Sponsor(s): Google, TEDA, Nicholls State University College of Business

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

Fee: No Cost

Register Online

Already Registered? Sign in for more information.

Phone: 985.876.8863

Email: LSBDC.GNOR@lsbdc.org

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

The General Membership Luncheon (GML) is the Chamber’s most popular recurring event. Averaging more than 100-120 guests each month, GML features a great speaker on an important topic relevant to your business’s success. Additionally, we fit in committee reports and networking as well. It’s the fastest 90 minutes you’ll ever experience.

Admission is $25 per person with payment required in advance.

Register online at houmachamber.com or call at (985) 876-5600.

Topic: Business Plan

This seminar is for aspiring entrepreneurs and new ventures. A business plan is much more than a piece of paper. It is your roadmap to success. The plan forces you to consider your entire business at once, and therefore maintain consistency in planning and execution of your business model. A comprehensive, focused, well written business plan enables you to control your business and its potential for success. This seminar covers the detailed parts of a thorough business plan.

Topics Covered:

• What is a Business Plan and what is it used for?

• Discovering your Mission Statement and Purpose

• Cultivating an Advertising Strategy

• Defining your Target Market

• Valuable resources to help accomplish your goals

Speaker(s): Jimmy Nguyen, Senior Business Consultant

Co-Sponsor(s): TEDA, Nicholls State University College of Business

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

Fee: No Cost

Register Online

Already Registered? Sign in for more information.

Phone: 985.876.8863

Email: LSBDC.GNOR@lsbdc.org

South Central Industrial Association Meetings are conducted every month at the Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Dr., Houma, LA. The meetings are a great place to network with about 200 people in attendance. RSVP is required by calling 985-851-2201 or emailing christy@sciaonline.net. Meal price is $25.00 per person, payable at the door via cash, check or credit card. Prior to the membership meeting, there is time for “networking” from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The membership meeting begins promptly at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.

Topic: Start-up Assistance

This seminar will provide entrepreneurs with a comprehensive overview of the steps to be taken to start a business, the essentials of business planning, and how to determine funding needs for the start-up. Seminar covers:

• Items you want to know before starting a business

• Preparing for business success

• How to start your business

• Financing options

• Resources for your business

Speaker(s): Jimmy Nguyen, Senior Business Consultant

Co-Sponsor(s): TEDA, Nicholls State University College of Business

Please park and enter towards the left side of the building which will have an SBDC sign on the front lawn. When you enter, walk straight across the hall through the double doors. Take a left turn pass the restrooms and event will be on the right side of the hallway.

Fee: No Cost

Register Online

Already Registered? Sign in for more information.

Phone: 985.876.8863

Email: LSBDC.GNOR@lsbdc.org