Small Business Conference: Workshops and Networking 

You are invited to attend a free signature SCORE Annual Small Business Conference including workshops and networking.  This event is hosted by Raleigh SCORE and sponsored by Sam's Club.  Join in the celebration of Small Business Week and the 50th anniversary of SCORE.

 

Celebrate the contributions of North Carolina small businesses! Connect with members of the small business community!  Learn about best practices and innovative technology. Focus on making your business soar!  Learn of resources available to small business, and participate in round table discussions on important aspects of starting a new business or growing an existing business

. •Keynote speaker 

o Harvey Schmitt – President & CEO  – Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce

• Resources available to small business

o David Grant – Chairman, Raleigh Chapter of SCORE

o Lynn Douthett – North Carolina District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration

• Workshop topics:

o – 10:30 Current Tax Issues - Elizabeth Berry - Elizabeth C. Berry, CPA, PLLC 

o - 10:30 Employee Hiring/Selection   Samatha Chaudeau Paychek 

o - 11:00 Banking Update – Morgen McVane & Sean Dotzauer -- BB&T

o  - 11:00 Protecting Your Intellectual Property - Jon Anderson – City of Oaks Law

o - 11:30 Internet Marketing - Jeremy Sisk – Xperience4Higher

• Light Refreshments provided•

Win a Sam’s Club Gift Card.. Door prizes/drawing, awarded at end of event.

 

Register Now! Attendance is FREE but Registration is REQUIRED either on line or at the registration desk on 5/16.   Please select three of the five workshops when you complete your registration.  It is also OK to spend the time Networking. 

CAll or email if you have questions.  I look forward to meeting you at the conference.

Jerry :Lustog - Raleigh SCORE