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Small Business Training Resources

Online Training Content for Small Businesses

Do you need to learn how to attract more customers?  How to make your business more profitable?  Or maybe just brush up on some best practices?  Many local organizations create training content for small businesses and entrepreneurs.  Session recordings make it convenient for busy small business owners to access useful “how to” webinars and workshops, online 24x7.  Check out the list of training opportunities provided by local Business Alliance and Entrepreneurial Support Organizations below!

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

Small Business Event Calendar

(including training opportunities)

  • Apr
    5
    Apr 5–28 • 11:59p.m.–11:59p.m. • Friday–Sunday

    Facade Rehabilitation Grant: Level 1 Applications Open

    Add to Calendar 2024-04-05 23:59:59 2024-04-28 23:59:59 Facade Rehabilitation Grant: Level 1 Applications Open The City of Raleigh's Facade Rehabilitation Grant program encourages growth and development by assisting property owners who want to activate their vacant or underutilized commercial building space in Raleigh to create new business use or new jobs. The program makes it possible for property owners and businesses to refurbish the exterior of existing buildings with a matching reimbursement up to $10,000. The current application cycle is open from April 5 to April 28.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Apr
    5
    Apr 5–28 • 11:59p.m.–11:59p.m. • Friday–Sunday

    Building Up-fit Grant: Level 1 Applications Open

    Add to Calendar 2024-04-05 23:59:59 2024-04-28 23:59:59 Building Up-fit Grant: Level 1 Applications Open The City of Raleigh's Building Up-fit Grant encourages growth and development by assisting small business owners who want to activate their vacant or underutilized commercial building space in Raleigh to create new business use and new jobs. The grant is a 1:1 match reimbursement by the tenant or property owner. This means that approved applicants must spend an amount on improvements, renovations, and/or additions at least equal (or more) to the amount of grant funds provided. The current application cycle is open from April 5 to April 28.  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Apr
    26
    Apr 26–27 • 6p.m.–8p.m. • Friday–Saturday

    Partner Event: Brewgaloo 2024

    Shop Local Raleigh
    Add to Calendar 2024-04-26 18:00:00 2024-04-27 20:00:00 Partner Event: Brewgaloo 2024 Hosted by Shop Local Raleigh. Brewgaloo is a 2 day festival featuring over 110 craft breweries from around NC and partnering with local food trucks, local vendors, and local bands to bring you North Carolina’s largest craft beer festival! The fun begins Friday night with a sampler event from 6-10 PM featuring limited releases, barrel aged, and sour beers. Friday’s kick-off party is the perfect start to the weekend and a great way to get a taste of Brewgaloo. Saturday’s street festival spans the length of Fayetteville Street and fills Downtown Raleigh from 12-8 PM with more than 110 NC craft breweries, local food trucks, and local vendors. With 2 stages featuring local bands all day long this lively festival is sure to be a good time. 400 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Apr
    29
    Add to Calendar 2024-04-29 12:00:00 2024-04-29 13:30:00 Partner Event: Steps to Starting Your Small Business Hosted by SBA North Carolina  In celebration of National Small Business Week, SBA North Carolina District Office will be hosting five days of small business focused training! Have you been dreaming about starting a business, but you don't know how to start or are nervous about what it takes to get off the ground? Then join us Monday, April 29th, for a lunch and learn on the basics of starting your small business! During this virtual webinar we will discuss: Who is the SBA and what do we do? What is going on in small Business? Business Basics, what you need to consider, and how to start. What paperwork is needed and where to find it. Free Business resources to help you along the way. Who are the SBA Resource Partners and how can they help? We look forward to seeing you there!  City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Apr
    30
    Add to Calendar 2024-04-30 12:00:00 2024-04-30 13:30:00 Partner Event: Crash Course in Market Research Hosted by SBA North Carolina  In celebration of National Small Business Week (NSBW), SBA North Carolina District Office will be hosting five days of small business focused training! For day two of NSBW, Tuesday April 30th, we will be focusing on Marketing. During this course we will discuss: Basic Marketing ideas and definitions Developing a Marketing Plan Defining a target Market and segmentation Research Methods and Resources   City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Apr
    30
    5:30p.m. • Tuesday

    Partner Event: North Raleigh Chamber Business After Hours

    North Ridge Country Club
    Add to Calendar 2024-04-30 17:30:00 2024-04-30 19:30:00 Partner Event: North Raleigh Chamber Business After Hours Hosted by North Raleigh Chamber of Commerce.  Join us for a social atmosphere that allows you the opportunity to meet top business leaders, mingle and network with your peers to forge power. Must register to attend, no walk ins will be allowed due to limited number of registrations. 6612 Falls Of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615 City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    1
    Add to Calendar 2024-05-01 12:00:00 2024-05-01 13:30:00 Partner Event: Preparing for Financing Hosted by SBA North Carolina  In celebration of National Small Business Week (NSBW), SBA North Carolina District Office will be hosting five days of small business focused training! On day three of training we will focus on preparing for funding. The firs half of the training will cover common ways to fund a start up of project. The second half will focus on how to prepare for meeting with a lender. This webinar will cover the following topics: Common ways to fund your business Boot strapping Debt vs Equity Financing SBA loan programs Loan package What does a lender look for? We look forward to seeing you there!    City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    2
    Add to Calendar 2024-05-02 12:00:00 2024-05-02 14:00:00 Partner Event: Building a Business Plan Day 1 Hosted by SBA North Carolina  Business Plan Basics Day 1 Writing a business plan can be a powerful tool to focus your vision and can act as a guide as you navigate business growth. Business Plans can attract potential clients and employees. They are also a requirement for many lenders and investors if you are seeking funding. During this 2 day series, we will break down the key components of writing a successful business plan, what belongs in each section, and where you can find research and data to support your plan. Where: Virtual live event via Microsoft Teams Platform or Phone Call How: Register through Microsoft Teams and you will be provided a Microsoft Teams Link and phone number to join in your e-mail confirmation. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH DAY INDIVIDUALLY.   City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    3
    Add to Calendar 2024-05-03 12:00:00 2024-05-03 14:00:00 Partner Event: Building a Business Plan Day 2 Hosted by SBA North Carolina  Business Plan Basics Day 2 Writing a business plan can be a powerful tool to focus your vision and can act as a guide as you navigate business growth. Business Plans can attract potential clients and employees. They are also a requirement for many lenders and investors if you are seeking funding. During this 2 day series, we will break down the key components of writing a successful business plan, what belongs in each section, and where you can find research and data to support your plan. Where: Virtual live event via Microsoft Teams Platform or Phone Call How: Register through Microsoft Teams and you will be provided a Microsoft Teams Link and phone number to join in your e-mail confirmation. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH DAY INDIVIDUALLY. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • May
    23
    5:30p.m. • Thursday

    Partner Event: Pasos esenciales para acceder a capital

    John Chavis Memorial Park
    Add to Calendar 2024-05-23 17:30:00 2024-05-23 18:30:00 Partner Event: Pasos esenciales para acceder a capital Hosted by Prospera Prospera es una organización sin fines de lucro, de desarrollo económico, especializada en brindar asistencia bilingüe a empresarios hispanos que intentan establecer o ampliar sus negocios. Prospera empodera a los empresarios hispanos a través de capacitación, apoyo y recursos para que sus negocios puedan crecer y prosperar. Prospera puede servir a los empresarios y la comunidad, y sin cobrar por sus servicios, gracias a las inversiones en su misión por parte de corporaciones generosas, individuos y agencias gubernamentales. John Chavis Memorial Park 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Raleigh, NC 27610 City of Raleigh America/New_York public

Contact

 

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

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