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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)

  • Feb
    24

    Partner Event: NC Employee Ownership Ambassador Program Webinar Series

    2 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-24 14:00:00 2026-02-24 15:00:00 Partner Event: NC Employee Ownership Ambassador Program Webinar Series Hosted by North Carolina Employee Ownership CenterThe North Carolina Employee Ownership Ambassador Program is for people that work with businesses–in economic development, as business service providers, legal professionals, financial advisors, etc.–and would like to learn about employee ownership from people with experience working with or at employee-owned businesses, connect with fellow participants, and learn how to take their new knowledge and connections into their existing work. Cohort participants will learn how employee ownership can protect jobs, increase community wealth, and create a more vibrant, inclusive economy. Additionally, participants will learn about the primary forms of employee ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), Worker Cooperatives, and Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs). The NC Employee Ownership Ambassador Program has been designed as a 4-week program with virtual meetings and independent learning modules. Meetings will be once a week, with the total time commitment being 7.5-8 hours. Interested in participating or have questions? Reach out to NCEOC’s Executive Director, Illa Burbank at iburbank@nceoc.org Interested, but not available for our next cohort? We will be running future cohorts, so reach out, and we’ll keep you in the loop! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Feb
    24

    Partner Event: Pricing for Profit

    6 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-24 18:00:00 2026-02-24 20:00:00 Partner Event: Pricing for Profit Hosted by Triangle ArtWorks  Are you interested in learning more about how to price your artwork? Are you selling your work but unsure why you are not earning what you expect? Join Tiffany Coley and Cynthia Deis for this virtual workshop where you’ll learn how to abandon the idea of the starving artist and make a profit with your artwork. This class will cover the details of a profit-driven pricing strategy for artists. You’ll discuss pricing for your artwork or art services, wholesale vs. retail pricing, how to identify productive hours and how to approach pricing to achieve a desired income level from your work. The class will work through pricing using a business case study and the details of pricing You will leave with a method to price your work, including a downloadable file that can be used when pricing your own work. EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH February 3, 2026, $35 GENERAL PRICING THROUGH available Feb. 4-24, 2026, $45 DAY OF WORKSHOP PRICING available Feb. 24, 2026 $50 This virtual class meets on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 6-8pm. The class meets on Zoom and you will receive login information after registration. You will receive class handouts via email in the week before class, please print the handouts out and be prepared to work on them during the class. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Feb
    25

    Partner Event: Navigating the Legal Landscape: Essentials for Starting your Small Business

    12 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-25 12:00:00 2026-02-25 13:30:00 Partner Event: Navigating the Legal Landscape: Essentials for Starting your Small Business Hosted by SCOREIn this webinar we will cover Legal Entity Formation including types of legal entities and their benefits. We will review the various types of business tax status and the pros and cons of each. We will also cover bookkeeping and accounting basics for a small business and an overview of recommended financial statements.  Come prepared with questions as this session will be very interactive. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Feb
    25

    Partner Event: February Happy Hour

    5:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-25 17:30:00 2026-02-25 19:30:00 Partner Event: February Happy Hour Hosted by Triangle ArtWorksJoin us on February 25th as we kick-off our first happy hour of 2026! Get out of the studio, office or stage and mingle with artists and arts administrators from across the Triangle. Anyone who works in the arts in the Triangle - artists of all disciplines, arts administrators, and employees of arts-based businesses are welcome! We are partnering with Durham Art Guild - Golden Belt Gallery, located at 800 Taylor Street, Durham, NC.  for the February Happy Hour.  Visit the gallery, meet other artists and view the current exhibition. Who is this event for? Artists, arts administrators and arts businesses of all types and disciplines! Are you a local college student studying art? Join us to meet local working artists and arts administrators. Discipline groups - Gather with your studio group, dance troupe or other affiliated artists Arts Groups/Businesses - Want to promote your business at this gathering of the Triangle arts community? Talk to us about promotional support opportunities. Guests are welcome to purchase beverages from our neighboring campus restaurant, The Tipsy Bull, and enjoy them during the happy hour at the gallery. Registration is not required, but it is encouraged to help us estimate attendance. The event is FREE to attend, and donations are welcome. Contributions help support the ongoing work of Triangle ArtWorks. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Feb
    25

    Partner Event: BizEd: Holistic Operations

    6:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-25 18:30:00 2026-02-25 19:45:00 Partner Event: BizEd: Holistic Operations Hosted by Harmony NC LGBT+ Allied Chamber of Commerce People-centered operations in the age of machines Sustainable growth isn't about hustling harder - it's about aligning your team, systems and analytics to work together. When you prioritize people-first leadership, your team feels supported while staying accountable so growth doesn't come at the cost of burnout. Hear from Rachel Lohiya about how to implement this style of operations and leadership into your business during this virtual BizEd event! City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Feb
    26

    Sertoma Arts Center CMAR Information and Outreach Meeting

    3 p.m. • Thursday
    Sertoma Arts Center
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-26 15:00:00 2026-02-26 17:00:00 Sertoma Arts Center CMAR Information and Outreach Meeting Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W Milbrook Rd Raleigh, NC 27612 City of Raleigh Business Engagement and Opportuntites Programbeop@raleighnc.gov America/New_York public
  • Feb
    26

    Partner Event: LinkedIn Localâ„¢

    6 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-26 18:00:00 2026-02-26 20:00:00 Partner Event: LinkedIn Local™ Hosted by Wake TechJoin us for LinkedIn Local™ Raleigh on Thursday, February 26, 2026, 6–8 pm at The Wright Village, 315 Hubert St, Raleigh, NC 27603. You will learn: • Action-oriented LinkedIn training • Real talk on how to use LinkedIn to get noticed, get connected, and get opportunities • Networking with entrepreneurs and professionals from across the Triangle Bring your laptop or tablet and be ready to update, optimize, and take action on the spot. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Feb
    26

    Partner Event: Food Truck Startup: AMA with Owner

    6:30 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2026-02-26 18:30:00 2026-02-26 20:00:00 Partner Event: Food Truck Startup: AMA with Owner Hosted by Wake TechThis interactive webinar provides aspiring food truck entrepreneurs with invaluable insights and practical advice directly from someone who's been in the driver's seat. Join Shalon Maxile of Bundts by Brenee, a new food truck owner, for an open "Ask Me Anything" session. Get your burning questions answered on everything from pricing for success and securing permits to marketing your mobile kitchen and navigating the daily grind. This is your chance to learn the real-world realities, challenges, and triumphs of running a successful food truck business from someone who has been there. Come prepared to ask anything and leave with actionable steps to turn your food truck dreams into a delicious reality.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Mar
    2

    Partner Event: Sell Without Selling Out: Sales for Those Who Hate Selling

    3 p.m. • Monday
    Add to Calendar 2026-03-02 15:00:00 2026-03-02 16:30:00 Partner Event: Sell Without Selling Out: Sales for Those Who Hate Selling Hosted by Wake TechTired of feeling like you have to be a pushy salesperson to grow your business? What if you could attract your ideal clients and fill your schedule by simply being... you? This seminar is designed for the entrepreneur and business owner who cringes at the thought of traditional selling. We'll transform your approach from "selling" to "serving," helping you build genuine connections that naturally lead to loyal, happy clients. Learn to communicate your value with confidence and integrity, so you can focus on what you do best. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Mar
    2

    Partner Event: Unlock Your Menu's Profit Potential

    6 p.m. • Monday
    Add to Calendar 2026-03-02 18:00:00 2026-03-02 20:00:00 Partner Event: Unlock Your Menu's Profit Potential Hosted by Wake TechTired of feeling like you have to be a pushy salesperson to grow your business? What if you could attract your ideal clients and fill your schedule by simply being... you? This seminar is designed for the entrepreneur and business owner who cringes at the thought of traditional selling. We'll transform your approach from "selling" to "serving," helping you build genuine connections that naturally lead to loyal, happy clients. Learn to communicate your value with confidence and integrity, so you can focus on what you do best. 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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