WEBINAR
In Collaboration with:
Wednesday, April 15, 2020 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
How to Transform your Idea and Really Build a Business
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will fuel the next wave of business innovation. While you are at home practicing social distancing, sheltering in place, and staying safe, there are many virtual opportunities to improve your skills or work on a business idea.
Do you have what it takes to start and run a successful business? If so, what first steps should you take? This workshop will help you assess your readiness to start a business, determine your prospects, give you the initial direction you need, and inspire you to move forward to realize your dream. If you get stuck at any point, a SCORE mentor can help.
Workshop Topics:
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Myths
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Traits of Entrepreneurs
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Business Opportunities
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Assessing Your Journey
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Organization, Insurance,& Regulations
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Funding and Cash Management
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Business and Marketing Plans
Presenter: Hannah Fernandez is the Founder and CEO of ROI Business Funding. She is the first woman to become Chair of SCORE Chicago. A graduate of the University of Chicago, Hannah has over a decade experience in startups, sales, marketing, and management leadership. Hannah advocates for small businesses who have limited access to capital and networks, and she empowers women and minorities to be in positions of leadership and influence in business. Hannah is the host of SCORE Chicago TV’s “Let’s Talk Business” show, and she is a featured expert columnist in Where Women Create WORK Magazine. Hannah is a Business Funding Expert Contributor at Women's Leadership LIVE. She served on the City of Chicago Mayoral Business Council, and she is a member of the Advisory Collective Council for the Illinois State Comptroller and a Community Board Member of the Metropolitan Family Services.