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Small Business Training Resources

Online Training Content for Small Businesses

Updated: Aug 27, 2025

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Want to attract more customers, boost profits, or refine best practices? Local organizations offer training for small businesses, with 24/7 access to recorded sessions.

Check out resources from the City of Raleigh and our Business Alliance and Entrepreneurial Support Organization partners in the media gallery below!

On-Demand Legal Insights:



  1. Money Talks: Funding Your Company and Exit Strategies
  2. The Numbers: Business Accounting Primer
  3. Getting Started: Company Formation, Tax and Best Practices
  4. Start Up and Small Business Empowerment Law Landscape
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Pre-Recorded Training Content:



  1. Small Business Insights Tool
  2. Short Video Promo - English
  3. Short Video Promo - Spanish
  4. Full Demo / Webinar
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Module Walk-throughs:



  1. Advertising
  2. Demographics
  3. Business
  4. Competition
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For more information, visit the Small Business Landing page

Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF)



  1. Pre-Recorded Training Content Library
  2. Upcoming CSBDF Events
  3. More About CSBDF

Downtown Raleigh Alliance (DRA)



  1. Pre-Recorded Training Content Library
  2. Upcoming DRA Events
  3. More About DRA

Triangle ArtWORKS



  1. Pre-Recorded Training Content Library
  2. Upcoming ArtWORKS Events
  3. More About ArtWORKS

SCORE



  1. Pre-Recorded Training Content Library
  2. Upcoming SCORE Events
  3. More About SCORE

Shop Local Raleigh



  1. Pre-Recorded Training Content Library
  2. Upcoming Shop Local Events
  3. More About Shop Local

Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC)



  1. Pre-Recorded Training Content Library
  2. Upcoming SBTDC Events
  3. More About SBTDC

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Small Business Event Calendar

(including training opportunities)

  • Sep
    2

    Partner Event: Get More Customers During the Holiday Shopping

    6:30 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-02 18:30:00 2025-09-02 20:00:00 Partner Event: Get More Customers During the Holiday Shopping Hosted by Small Business Center NetworkThe holiday season is a major sales opportunity—but for small business owners, it can also be unpredictable (especially in the early years) and exhausting. This session will show you how to drive traffic, build stronger customer relationships, and put systems in place to help you generate consistent revenue long after the holidays are over. Not just for traditional retailers, this session is designed for the small business owner who knows that they have something of value to offer but aren’t sure how to build the right holiday sales campaign. You’ll learn how to: Build a holiday campaign that attracts buyers without slashing your pricesSet up follow-up systems that turn one-time customers into repeat buyersIncrease visibility during the peak shopping seasonPlan for what happens after the holidays so you don’t lose momentumThis session is only offered live and in person. Join us to get hands-on support, ask questions in real time, and walk away with a holiday campaign. If you’ve been meaning to carve out time to plan out fall, this is it. Come ready to work—you’ll leave with a plan you can actually use and a template that you can use from sales cycle to sales cycle. Speaker(s): Cherith Roberson City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    3

    Partner Event: 1st Wednesday Coffee Meetup

    8:30 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-03 08:30:00 2025-09-03 09:30:00 Partner Event: 1st Wednesday Coffee Meetup Hosted by North Raleigh Chamber of CommerceJoin us for coffee and camaraderie with North Raleigh Chamber members. This monthly event is a great way to engage with other chamber members and learn more about how to get involved in the Chamber while getting to know fellow chamber members and how to partner together to create more business. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    3

    Partner Event: Financial Tools To Help Compete Globally

    10 a.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-03 10:00:00 2025-09-03 11:00:00 Partner Event: Financial Tools To Help Compete Globally Hosted by EDPNCFinancing your exports doesn’t have to be hard. Join the EDPNC’s Export Coffee Talk on September 3 to learn how the US Export-Import (EXIM) Bank, commercial lenders, and trade experts help you protect against nonpayment, offer competitive credit terms, and unlock working capital for international growth. Note that some EXIM Bank services are part of the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grant offerings, meaning your company might qualify to have these fees reimbursed, so why not join and learn more! Winning international deals often comes down to the financing. In this session, experts will demystify the tools that reduce risk and improve cash flow so you can sell more overseas with confidence. You’ll see how private-sector lenders partner with EXIM Bank to finance cross-border sales—and how North Carolina exporters put these programs to work. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    3

    Partner Event: Unlocking the Power of AI: A Beginner's Guide for Business

    12 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-03 12:00:00 2025-09-03 13:00:00 Partner Event: Unlocking the Power of AI: A Beginner's Guide for Business Hosted by SCOREFrom social media management to decision-making support, AI can help in many different areas of business operations, from organization to accounting and decision-making to social media. In this workshop, we will cover a spectrum of AI solutions designed to elevate your small business and some of the reasons AI might not work for you. Throughout the workshop, we'll candidly discuss both the advantages and challenges associated with AI adoption. While AI offers efficiency gains, data-driven insights, and improved customer experiences, participants will gain insights into potential cost considerations, ongoing development challenges, and the importance of mindful integration. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    9

    Partner Event: Orientación sobre su negocio y Prospera

    5 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-09 17:00:00 2025-09-09 18:30:00 Partner Event: Orientación sobre su negocio y Prospera Hosted by ProsperaObtenga información básica sobre cómo comenzar un negocio de forma correcta y exitosa. Aprenderá sobre:• Licencias y permisos básicos• Requisitos del estado• Opciones de financiamiento• Cómo Prospera le puede proveer asistencia para comenzar o expandir su negocio City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    9

    Partner Event: Welcome To Entrepreneurship

    5:30 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-09 17:30:00 2025-09-09 19:30:00 Partner Event: Welcome To Entrepreneurship Hosted by SCOREThis class is a must for anyone that is thinking about starting a business or has recently launched a business and has questions that need to be answered. We encourage you to bring with you any questions you might have. The class will be presented by Mr. Fred Lorber, a certified SCORE mentor and class instructor. Mr. Lorber is a seasoned entrepreneur, business development expert, and accomplished speaker with over three decades of experience in sales, strategic planning, and customer relationship management. Lorber’s areas of expertise include new business development, strategic planning, B2B sales, and negotiation, all honed through a diverse career that spans industries such as e-commerce, website development, hospitality, and retail. Mr. Lorber has consistently delivered results, including growing businesses from start-up to profitability, improving customer engagement metrics, and training teams to achieve operational excellence. During this two hour in-person session you will learn about: Personal characteristics of an Entrepreneur Legal entities—LLC vs. Sole Proprietorship Federal ID Number Business Feasibility Analysis Capital—Equity vs. Debt Basic Bookkeeping Made Easy Business Modeling Insurance Taxes—Filing requirements for Federal and State Lastly, you will be introduced to SCORE and the invaluable work that their Mentors provide to new start-ups. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    9

    Partner Event: Photographing Your Work

    6 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-09 18:00:00 2025-09-09 20:00:00 Partner Event: Photographing Your Work Hosted by Triangle ArtWorksAre you an artist who wants to take better photos of your work?  Do you want some tips and best practices for photographing your artwork?   Join Brady Connelly in this workshop where they focus on the components of successful professional images and product photos.  Brady will discuss practical tips and best practices for shooting, lighting and editing. Whether participants have a DSLR camera or are using a smartphone, they will walk away with a strategy to optimize their photography set up in their own studios.  Participants will be provided a workshop overview and a takeaway handout with notes and best practices. EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH SEPT 3, $38 GENERAL PRICING THROUGH SEPT 8, $48 DAY OF WORKSHOP PRICING $53 This virtual class meets on Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 from 6:00-8:00pm. The class meets on Zoom and you will receive login information before the class. Don't miss this opportunity to gain knowledge on how to improve your product photography! This programming is being presented with the support of Arts Catawba and participants who reside in Catawba County may be eligible for free or reduced registration fees. If you think you qualify, please contact Arts Catawba here to determine eligibility and registration procedures.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    10

    Partner Event: Never Too Late: Starting a Business at 50+

    6:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-10 18:30:00 2025-09-10 20:00:00 Partner Event: Never Too Late: Starting a Business at 50+ Hosted by Wake Tech Small Business CenterUnleash your entrepreneurial dreams! Our seminar, Never Too Late: Starting a Small Business at 50+, is designed specifically for those ready to write their next chapter. Learn how to turn your lifetime of experience into a fulfilling and profitable business venture. If you’ve always thought of starting a small business or believe a side hustle could bring in some income now is the time! Never Too Late: Starting a Small Business at 50+ will guide you through the essential steps, empowering you with the confidence to succeed. Register today and embark on an exciting new journey! The presenter is Mike Collins, president of The Perfect Workday Company and author of The Best Small Business to Start Right Now!. Collins has written 8 books and has dozens of articles in national, regional, and local business magazines. THIS IS A LIVE SEMINAR WITH LIMITED SEATING- PLEASE PRE-REGISTER! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    11

    Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1

    5:30 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-11 17:30:00 2025-09-11 19:30:00 Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1 Hosted by SCOREStart-up Basics: This introductory workshop focuses on the basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that influence start-up success. Start-up Basics provides you with an overview of the skills and tools you need when deciding to start a business. In this session, you learn about: the advantages and disadvantages of owning a business, the most profitable form for your business, and the fundamentals of formation, organization, marketing, cash flow and funding sources. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    13

    Partner Event: Doing Business with NCDOT for the Small Business Owner

    10 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-13 10:00:00 2025-09-13 12:00:00 Partner Event: Doing Business with NCDOT for the Small Business Owner Hosted by Wake Tech Community College Small Business CenterThe N.C. Department of Transportation's Division of Highways, in partnership with the department’s Office of Civil Rights and Wake Tech Small Business Center is hosting an outreach workshop on 9/13/25 for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) — whether a small, woman-owned or minority-owned business, NCDOT wants to work with you! In this session, you will learn how to secure contract opportunities with NCDOT. NCDOT's Division of Highways advertises and awards numerous contracts each year for all sorts of transportation work. Each project is an opportunity for NCDOT to encourage DBE participation and provide equitable and balanced access for these businesses to compete on contracts. NCDOT has multiple contract opportunities statewide, including: • Construction • Maintenance • Emergency work • Mowing • Traffic control • Tree service • Cleaning service • Litter pickup Speaker(s): NCDOT Division Planning Engineer City of Raleigh America/New_York public

Contact

 

Carl Brooks II
Small Business Support Analyst
Carl.BrooksII@raleighnc.gov
919-996-6959
 

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