Louisiana Small Business Development Center

📣 Double Your Business Knowledge – Join Us Tomorrow! 💻 eCommerce Essentials: Don't miss this chance to learn from the incredible Jaci Russo, a true expert in strategy and eCommerce. This is your chance to gain insider knowledge that’s hard to come by—don't miss the opportunity to ask questions and learn strategies that can transform your business's potential. 🔐 Cybersecurity 101: Don’t let cybersecurity intimidate you—join Scott Lavergne for Cybersecurity 101! Scott, a veteran in cybersecurity, makes this crucial topic engaging and easy to understand. Gain clarity and confidence to take control of your business’s security. This is not the cybersecurity webinar to miss! Register now and secure your spot. eCommerce Essentials: https://lnkd.in/g7r8shm8 Cybersecurity 101: https://lnkd.in/gFgGG4Rh

Ready to Level Up Your Business? We’ve got an exciting lineup of expert-led training events designed to help your business grow, innovate, and thrive. Whether you're expanding operations, diving into eCommerce, or unlocking the power of AI, these sessions are here to equip you with the tools you need! Upcoming Events: 📈 Developing a Growth Plan – Build a roadmap to sustainable success 🛍️ eCommerce Essentials – Set up, launch, and grow your online store 🛡️ Cybersecurity 101 – Protect your business from digital threats 🤖 AI Unlocked – Discover how AI can streamline your operations 📲 Marketing Tech – Explore the latest tools to engage your customers ✨ Don’t miss this chance to learn from the pros and take your business to the next level! Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, these sessions offer practical insights tailored to today’s challenges. 💻 See full calendar and register here: https://lnkd.in/gM7pRD4p

#Smallbusiness #exporters - Join us for a weekly (Oct 7 - Nov 25) virtual series on how to improve your supply chain resilience. Through self-guided modules (8) & live sessions (5) featuring industry experts, we cover the complexities so you can strengthen your biz. Register: https://lnkd.in/eGT2uwmz

October is packed with incredible training opportunities for small business owners! Whether you want to use new marketing tech, streamline your operations, or boost your financial know-how, these expert-led classes are designed to help you succeed. Don't miss out on this chance to sharpen your skills and take your business to the next level! Check out the full calendar and sign up today! See the full calendar here: https://lnkd.in/gM7pRD4p

It’s that time of year again! The SBA is now accepting award nominations for National Small Business Week 2025, including the Small Business Person of the Year. Get the details: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw #SmallBusinessWeek

Join SBA virtually on October 16 and October 23, 2024, for the SBA Cyber Summit, your premier destination for mastering cybersecurity in the small business landscape. This invaluable event is completely free to register and attend! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gDyPYWfg Sample Workshops for the SBA Cyber Summit: - Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Small Businesses - Building a Robust Cybersecurity Policy - Securing Your Digital Assets: Tools and Techniques - Risk Assessment and Management Strategies - Incident Response Planning: Preparing for the Worst Gain actionable insights, practical advice, and hands-on guidance tailored to small business owners and entrepreneurs' unique needs.

❗ APPLICATIONS CLOSE SOON ❗ LED’s Diversity in Entrepreneurship Initiative, in partnership with the Edward Lowe Foundation, not only provides business growth strategies but also fosters a sense of community for entrepreneurs. Don't miss your chance at this year's program. Applications close this Monday, Sept. 30. Apply now: https://ow.ly/aHBM50TxvFX

🎉 Congratulations to Dillon Sullivan on being named one of America’s SBDC’s 40 Under 40 at the Annual America's SBDC Conference in Atlanta, Georgia! We are incredibly proud to have Dillon, a business consultant at the LSBDC at Southeastern Louisiana University, as part of our network. Dillon has been recognized for his exceptional analytical skills and his innovative approach to supporting small business owners. One of his standout achievements is the creation of the Finance Benchmark Analysis tool, which empowers entrepreneurs to compare their business performance against industry standards and make informed decisions to drive growth. This award reflects Dillon’s dedication to helping businesses thrive. Congratulations, Dillon! 👏 📸: Dillon Sullivan (right) and his Interim Center Director, Wayne Ricks (left).

NOW OPEN! Nominations are being accepted for the 2025 National #SmallBusinessWeek Awards, which recognize the achievements of small businesses and their contributions to America's economy. The deadline is no later than 4pm ET on December 5. More here: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw

Small business leaders and owners, this is an opportunity for you. The Federal Reserve has begun collecting responses to this year’s Small Business Credit Survey. As an official survey partner, we’re distributing the survey to for-profit businesses currently in operation, those recently closed, and those about to launch. By taking the survey, business owners and leaders contribute to data that directly informs the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, policymakers, and others—a public good ultimately benefitting their business and other businesses like theirs. The survey closes on November 1, 2024. We’re proud to help amplify the voices of US small businesses. You can help by taking the survey (or sharing it with others) today! https://bit.ly/3Xa9MCs #SmallBusinessCreditSurvey #SmallBusiness #FederalReserve #SmallBiz