Introduction to Entrepreneurship 

If you’re considering becoming a small business owner, you’ll want to attend this seminar to learn what it takes, what challenges and 
pitfalls you can expect, and what proven steps you can take to greatly increase your chance of success.  In this 2 hour seminar, you’ll explore how to test the feasibility of your idea to ensure it’s the RIGHT one.  You’ll find tips for researching the market and your competitors, securing needed funds, and projecting your business results.   Various legal business entities will be defined, and you’ll learn about resources that can help you with licenses, permits, and other registrations needed for your business.  And hopefully, you’ll leave confident that you’re well positioned to take those critical first steps toward entrepreneurship. 

Speaker Biography - Most of John Messner’s work experience has been in the insurance industry, although he also started a company of his own.  He has taught business subjects at NCWC for 18 years to adults studying to complete degrees.  His experience includes small business development, operations, marketing and entrepreneurship.  John has been a facilitator for a board of directors seeking direction for its organization.  He is currently working in the insurance marketing business.  John holds a BA from Valparaiso University, an MBA from Wake Forest, and additional management courses over the past 30 years.  He is currently on the adjunct faculty of North Carolina Wesleyan College.