Small Business Center at SPCC

Union County is incredibly fortunate to be home to the Small Business Center at South Piedmont Community College. It is an invaluable resource to entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout Anson and Union counties. Learn more about the programs and services offered by the Small Business Center in our recent blog https://bit.ly/3AOFYDX.

Last fiscal year the SBC helped 10 new businesses get started. Will yours be next?  Join us September 12th for Launching Your Dream: Steps to Startup, a no-cost webinar to help you find the best next steps. This dynamic session is designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the crucial steps of turning dreams into reality. Matt Villmer will provide you with key strategies, essential resources, and actionable insights to set your startup on the path to success. Don't just dream it, launch it: https://lnkd.in/eed8EMFT

👏 Did you know last fiscal year the SPCC Small Business Center provided nearly 400 hours of business counseling to 116 distinct entrepreneurs? Our mission is to empower YOU with the actionable steps needed to take your business venture from concept to operation and achieve sustainable growth. If you could benefit from from confidential business counseling, look no further: https://lnkd.in/gtuxqBv 

The September calendar is LIVE! Don’t miss an exciting month full of no-cost webinars & seminars to help you navigate small business. Sept 12 - Launching Your Dream: Steps to Startup Sept 16 - Who and Where are Your Customers Sept 18 - From Vision to Action: Developing a Business Plan Sept 24 - Tech Talks Round Table for Small Business Owners Sept 24 - Funding Your Business Find the clarity you need to succeed - reserve your spot today: https://lnkd.in/ehH4UvQw 

It’s time to Level Up! 👏 The Level Up program at SPCC’s Small Business Center is accepting applications for 2025! This program offers tailored training and coaching to help you develop a growth strategy that enhances revenue and job creation. Wondering what exactly this program has done for participants in the past?  Get the behind the scenes perspectives and apply now: https://lnkd.in/ewDQnSAk

Did you know that most businesses are small businesses? If you have a specific area of expertise that would help small businesses succeed... our Virtual Volunteer Counseling is an excellent way for you to get involved. You can donate your time and talents to directly impact the success of small businesses in our community by helping them navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities before them. Become a Virtual Volunteer Counselor: https://lnkd.in/gtuxqBv 

Did you know that during the fiscal year 2023-2024 our SPCC Small Business Center held 64 training events that served a total of 1134 training attendees? Based on these numbers, our SPCC Small Business Center ranked 5th in the state for the number of training attendees! We LOVE serving our community and feel grateful to have a front row seat to watch small businesses thrive! Looking for the chance to jump in on all that we have to offer? Learn more about our training events and grab your no-cost seat: https://lnkd.in/ehH4UvQw  

📣 New Webinar Alert!  Join us Sept 18th for a new webinar, From Vision to Action: Developing a Business Plan. This webinar is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to transform your ideas into a comprehensive plan that resonates with investors and drives growth. Explore marketing, operations, and finance, and uncover how they shape the trajectory of your business. Your business deserves this - grab your spot: https://lnkd.in/emY7VF3Q

📅 2025 Dates are LIVE! The Level Up program here at the SPCC Small Business Center is now accepting applications for 2025! This exclusive program is designed to help you develop a growth strategy to lead to increased revenues and job creation through targeted training and coaching. Don't miss this opportunity to grow your business with our free, expert-led training.  Check out the 2025 schedule and apply today: https://lnkd.in/ewDQnSAk 

When you hear “support local” or “shop small” what comes to mind? Shopping with local, small businesses is a great start but did you know there are other ways you can support them, too? Here are a few things to try with your favorite small businesses this week: ⭐️ Leave a Review 👍🏼 Like and Share Their Posts 📱 Post a Picture and Tag Their Business 💬 Comment on their Social Media Platforms Are you a small business owner looking for support? We have the expertise, resources, and guidance to help your dream venture thrive: https://lnkd.in/gtuxqBv