Business Certifications: Qualifications and Benefits for your Business

The U.S. Small Business Administration has organized a series of eight (8) Friday Informational Workshops to help small business owners or anyone thinking about starting a business properly start, build and grow. Additionally, the sessions will provide an opportunity for participants to connect with representatives from federal, state and local business resource agencies for expert information. March's session will be presented by the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and will teach participants the importance of business certifications, how to qualify and the benefits to the business. Discover and Learn: • The different types of certifications (state/federal) for which the business might be eligible for. • The qualifications and benefits of the different certifications. • How to certify the business through the System of Award Management (SAM). • What exactly is SAM and how the system is used. - Upcoming Sessions - FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2014 FRANCHISING Is franchising the best fit for you? Learn the pros and cons of business franchising. Presented by:FranNet FRIDAY, MAY 9, 2014 CREDIT AND YOUR BUSINESS What your credit reveals, how to assure you are ready ''credit wise'' before you approach a lender for financing. Presented by: Greenpath Debt Solutions FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2014 BUSINESS MARKETING From advertising to social media, finding the best fit for your marketing needs giving you the most ''bang for your buck''. Presented by: UTPA-Small Business Development Center Get answers from the experts! Come prepared with questions and best of all it's FREE! Seating is limited so register today!