Callanwolde Fine Arts Center hosts three weekends of holiday art workshops, a premier artist market, photos with Santa, and live music and dance performances. Technology and digitalization are the major driving forces of the 21st-century global economy.
These forces have also transformed global commerce; now, trading products and services using technology or digital means is a reality. This change in the way of doing business is making trade more straightforward, safer, and more convenient for consumers/suppliers worldwide. This program will give an overview of these driving forces shaping global trade and introduces a concept that was born with these forces and the global trade landscape, which is known as digital trade. We will cover digital trade and its implications for SMEs in North America.
LEARN HOW TO:
Have a basic understanding of digital Trade, concepts, driving forces, and building blocks
Understand the regulatory framework in the U.S. and around the world for digital trade
Leverage digital trade to increase SME performance and penetration in overseas markets This Live Online Workshop can be a game-changer for a small business owner. It is designed to arm you with essential financial skills.
Knowing accounting basics helps you make smarter decisions:
- Track income and expenses accurately
- Understand profit vs. cash flow
- Set realistic budgets
When you become familiar with the lingo of Financial Professionals, terms like P&L, COGS, and Depreciation become understandable. You can:
- Ask better questions
- Spot red flags
- Collaborate more effectively with your accountant or CPA
With a focus on for-profit accounting principles, this interactive session will leave you with practical knowledge to boost your confidence in evaluating and making decisions in areas such as hiring, pricing, and financing.
By participating in this workshop, you're not just learning, you're investing in the success of your business. The DeKalb Chamber Small Business Committee assists the Chamber with recruiting, educating, and mentoring small businesses. Create and identify opportunities for growth and facilitate partnerships to improve small business programs. Help identify opportunities in the public and private sector.
This committee meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. *Smarter Pricing Guidelines for Small Businesses*
Are you one of the 75% of small business owners that:
does not have a simple and effective pricing model and/or
consistently under-prices your work?
If so, this Live Online Workshop is for YOU!
You will be put on the path to a better understanding of:
The difference between mark-ups and actual profit margins
How to calculate and utilize your Cost of Goods Sold in pricing
Pricing models for service businesses, consultants, online and storefront retailers, and manufacturers
Using fixed or variable costs to price for profit
This Workshop will engage the business owner in how to analyze costs to be able to better format various pricing models:
Cost Plus Pricing
Competition-based Pricing
Good / Better/ Best models
Margin-based Pricing
When to utilize Premium vs. Discount strategies
How to calculate a Break-even sales goal
In attendees own words:
I was feeling stuck because I did not know how to operate in a very competitive market. In this workshop I got tools to work with and a sense of direction. The presentation was easy to understand and quite enlightening - OK
Zoom training has been extremely informative and insightful. I appreciate the instructor's candid detailed stories- easy to draw a contrast. - BR Are you a small business owner in Georgia looking to explore the world of Federal, State, and Local contracting?
Are you a small business owner in Georgia looking to explore the world of Federal, State, and Local contracting? If so, this class is for you! In this webinar, you will learn about the contracting assistance programs and socio-economic certifications available, including public certifications such as the WOSB, SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, VOSB/SDVOSB, DBE, the state of Georgia Business Certification Program, as well as private certifications such as the WBE or MBE.
This introductory class will provide an overview of the eligibility requirements, how to apply, and how to determine which certification program is the right one for you.
LEARN HOW TO:
Navigate the certification process
Review the requirements of the various certification programs
Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each program
Conduct your due diligence for the pre-application process
Determine if a public or private market certification is right for your business The DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee meets to discuss the important issues impacting the Chamber and the business community as well as approve upcoming business. Join us for a ribbon cutting at L&L Crafty Finds. L&L Crafty Finds is a creative wellness studio designed to combat the growing epidemic of stress and burnout among adults, especially working professionals and parents, by providing a safe, fun, and beginner-friendly space to unwind through art and crafting experiences.
Winter House
Workshop - Understanding Digital Trade and Implications for SME's across North America
Workshop - Accounting for Non-Accountants
Small Business Committee Meeting
Workshop - Using Price to Increase Profits and Grow Revenues
Workshop - All About Certifications
DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee Meeting
Ribbon Cutting at L&L Crafty Finds
