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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
    18

    Partner Event: Annual Procurement Summit

    Sep 18–19 • Thursday–Friday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-18 00:00:00 2025-09-19 23:59:59 Partner Event: Annual Procurement Summit Hosted by NC Veterans Business Association🏗️ Our 2025 Annual Procurement Summit isn’t just an event—it’s the builder’s blueprint for success. Together, we break down silos, strengthen networks, and lay the foundation for thriving veteran and military spouse-owned businesses across North Carolina. Are you ready to BUILD your legacy? Procurement Summit Pillars: The Builder’s Mentality – Entrepreneurship as a Communal Mission. We believe in collaboration, leveraging resources, skill sets, and collective knowledge to build a thriving ecosystem for Veteran and Milspouse entrepreneurs in NC. Contracting Blueprint – The landscape is shifting. Gain real-time insights from industry experts on navigating government contracts, positioning your business for success, and securing a sustainable pipeline of opportunities. Expanding your Framework – Building Stronger Connections.  Engage with representatives from diverse industries, share ideas, and gain insights from fellow business owners to expand your reach and impact. Foundation Forward – The Pitch Competition. Take center stage and showcase your business for a chance to WIN funding toward your venture. This is your opportunity to cement your place as an industry leader. Industry Pulse check –  Staying Ahead of the Curve. The business world is evolving—are you keeping up? Learn how AI, certifications, grant writing, and emerging business strategies can amplify your success in today’s competitive landscape. Vendor Engagement: – Exploring & Supporting Fellow Businesses. Discover  products and services that can streamline operations, enhance efficiency or add value to your business or organization. Support veteran/milspouse-owned vendors and build together. Veteran and Milspouse entrepreneurs don’t wait for success—BUILD it.  Ticket Info:  Early Bird: May 1 – June 15 Members: $175  ($195 after June 15th) Non-members: $225 ($250 after June 15th) What's included with registration: Admission Breakfast Lunch Hors d'oeuvres 1 drink ticket to cocktail hour Swag Bag Professional head shot Access to lounge/work space Chance to enter pitch competition (must be pre revenue/a new business) Lifetime connections and access to opportunities! Be a Vendor: https://www.ncvetbiz.org/vendorapplication City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    20

    Partner Event: Simple Recordkeeping

    10:30 a.m. • Saturday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-20 10:30:00 2025-09-20 12:00:00 Partner Event: Simple Recordkeeping Hosted by SCORESCORE Chapel Hill Durham is excited to introduce a workshop for new entrepreneurs or anyone else in need of learning simple record keeping. This course is a hands-on lecture/lab that teaches business owners how to track their cash disbursements and receipts in a simple manner to keep track of profitability on a consistent basis. The workshop requires each student to bring their own laptop computer to the classroom, and have Microsoft Excel loaded onto the computer and functioning properly. A basic understanding of how to use Excel and enter information into a spreadsheet is required to attend.  The workshop will be taught by Ms.Camille Blommer, a certified instructor for SCORE, and CPA who holds a Masters in Accountancy.. Ms. Blommer will email you the two MS Excel templates/schedules that you will need to have for the class. Students must register via the SCORE link provided at least two days before the class to enable Ms. Blommer time to send you the two schedules and have time to download onto your own laptop computer. There is no fee for the class. Seating is limited —maximum attendees will be 15. Registration closes on 9/17/25. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    22

    Partner Event: Debt Done Right: Women in Business and Smart Budgeting

    6:30 p.m. • Monday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-22 18:30:00 2025-09-22 20:30:00 Partner Event: Debt Done Right: Women in Business and Smart Budgeting Hosted by Wake Tech Small Business CenterSeptember 22nd is American Business Women's Day! Join us for an empowering session designed exclusively for women entrepreneurs and small business owners. This workshop, featuring a dynamic panel of female leaders—a successful business owner, a seasoned banker, and an expert accountant—will equip you with the essential strategies to effectively manage debt and master your budget. Learn how to leverage debt strategically for growth, avoid common financial pitfalls, and create a robust financial foundation for your business. You'll gain practical insights and actionable advice to confidently navigate your finances and propel your venture forward. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    23

    Partner Event: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1

    12:30 p.m. • Tuesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-23 12:30:00 2025-09-23 13:30:00 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
    24

    Partner Event: Thriving with Disability in the Workplace

    6:30 p.m. • Wednesday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-24 18:30:00 2025-09-24 19:30:00 Partner Event: Thriving with Disability in the Workplace Hosted by Harmony LGBTQ+ Chamber of CommerceOverview: The session combines legal education with practical empowerment, with some interactive exercises and real workplace scenarios. We will draw connections between disability advocacy and the LGBTQ+ community‘s existing advocacy skills, creating bridges for your success.  Key Outcomes: Attendees will leave with: *Clear understanding of who’s covered by ADA, key legal requirements, and the prospective nature of the law.  *Strategic awareness of disclosure timing and its legal implications  *Practical tools for assessing workplace culture before making disclosure decisions  *Confident language for accommodation conversations and advocacy  *Recognition of how their LGBTQ+ advocacy skills transfer to disability inclusion City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    25

    Partner Event: Greater Raleigh Chamber 137th Annual Meeting

    11:30 a.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-25 11:30:00 2025-09-25 14:30:00 Partner Event: Greater Raleigh Chamber 137th Annual Meeting Hosted by North Raleigh Chamber of CommerceJoin us for the Greater Raleigh Chamber’s 137th Annual Meeting, a celebration of bold leadership, shared progress, and the people moving our region forward. This year’s luncheon brings together business, civic, and community leaders to reflect on the past year’s achievements and rally around the opportunities ahead. Under the theme Visionary Leadership, we will recognize those who lead with clarity, purpose, and foresight, setting the pace for our future. A highlight of this year's meeting will be the presentation of the prestigious A.E. Finley Distinguished Service Award to Randy Woodson, Ph.D., former NC State University Chancellor. Randy’s transformative tenure strengthened the university’s partnership with the business community, advanced groundbreaking research, and positioned NC State as a leader in talent development, driving innovation and economic growth across our region. Additional program moments include: Celebrating the collective success of the Chamber’s membership community Marking a time-honored tradition as Shan Teel, Chair of the Board and Regional Executive Vice President at First Citizens Bank, passes the gavel to Kristen M. Hess, Chair-Elect and CEO of HH Architecture. Welcoming Valerie Bauerlein, National Reporter for The Wall Street Journal, as this year’s keynote speaker. A Raleigh resident and Duke graduate, Valerie has spent her career covering Southern politics, economics, and culture. She is the author of The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty. In this candid conversation, she will reflect on leadership, values, and courage that inspire bold action. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    25

    Partner Event: Borrowing for Small Businesses

    12 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-25 12:00:00 2025-09-25 13:00:00 Partner Event: Borrowing for Small Businesses Hosted by SCOREThis session will help you understand your business’s financing options and put you in the best position to get the funding your business needs. You’ll learn why businesses borrow, where to turn for funding, and how the lending process works to get you to a smoother, smarter, and often more successful outcome. City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    25

    Partner Event: Marketing for Makers: Preparing for Black Friday and Cyber Monday

    6 p.m. • Thursday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-25 18:00:00 2025-09-25 20:00:00 Partner Event: Marketing for Makers: Preparing for Black Friday and Cyber Monday Hosted by Triangle ArtWorksJoin Lysandra Weber in this workshop and prepare to get your creative business holiday-ready with a marketing game plan that takes customers from engagement to purchase. This dynamic workshop is designed specifically for crafters, makers, artists, and small creative business owners who sell both online and in-person—and want to make the most of Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the entire holiday season. In this session, you'll learn how to: Craft Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday offers that align with your audience and sales goals, Build a holiday content calendar across channels (social, email, etc.)  to plan, stay consistent and convert holiday shoppers from awareness to action and, Incorporate in-person activations like pop-ups, markets, and studio events that complement your online sales City of Raleigh America/New_York public
  • Sep
    26

    Partner Event: Desarrolle Su Marca Personal

    9 a.m. • Friday
    Add to Calendar 2025-09-26 09:00:00 2025-09-26 10:30:00 Partner Event: Desarrolle Su Marca Personal Hosted by ProsperaAprenda a construir una marca personal auténtica y estratégica para destacar en su industria. Descubra cómo posicionarse como referente y conectar con su audiencia ideal para impulsar su negocio, productos y/o servicios. Temas a tratar:• Fundamentos de la marca personal• Definición de propósito y propuesta de valor• Estrategias de visibilidad y posicionamiento• Herramientas para comunicar su identidad de marca 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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