Training

January 22, 2020 - "Strategic Digital Target Marketing" - Join us for networking, discussions, and information shared with fellow business owners over breakfast.  It's time to revisit digital marketing and updates to ever-changing strategies, rules, and platforms.  What do you need to know to reach current and potential customers in the most cost-effective manner?  Do you have information to thoughtfully discuss goals with marketing personnel?  Come share, learn, and enjoy great food and fellowship at our 6th Annual CEO Breakfast.  

Tax laws change frequently and there is no room room for error. This 2-hour course features essential accounting best practices and tax tips that will prepare you for the 2020 tax season and could even potentially save you money! Join us and take the fear out of taxes. 

Tax laws change frequently and there is no room room for error. This 2-hour course features essential accounting best practices and tax tips that will prepare you for the 2020 tax season and could even potentially save you money! Join us and take the fear out of taxes. 

7th Floor Conference Room

The Starting A Business course covers important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years.

Topics for discussion include:

Personal Traits of an Entrepreneur
Marketing Analysis
Legal and Insurance Considerations
Technology for Your Business
Bookkeeping and Accounting Basics
Financial and Money Management
Basics of Business Plan Preparation
Who should attend: Startups (businesses less than 2 years old)

Course materials provided.

Is one of your 2020 goals to add a new employee? A successful onboarding process can lead to a successful employee. In this essential two-hour class, you will learn how to streamline this process, elevate your new employee's happiness & production, and increase your chances for long-term retainment. 

Wondering how the class can help you? Check out this blog post: http://bit.ly/more_than_a_plan.
Inquire about any Early Bird Specials (discount code provided upon acceptance into the class.)

Please bring your own laptop to this event. 

February 8 , 2020  QuickBooks is one of Intuit’s primary products as it allows users to track and monitor accounting for your small business. This course is designed in support of the latest QuickBooks version. Developed specifically for beginners, prospective users, and current customers who desire more benefits from the product.  The course provides a practical hands on approach to learning the features and the functions available to users. Using case studies in a computer lab environment, participants will be able to  learn how to set up a new company file, create product and service items, manage chart of accounts, add customer and vendor profiles, process daily transactions, electronically download bank transactions and also view reports.The course will cover the following topics:Accounting Principles Overview,New Company Set Up, Recording Daily Transactions,Reports, CPA Insights, and Q/A at End of Session, PLUS - complimentary, no cost,  extended QB support beyond the classroom.

GrowSmart Preview gives you the opportunity to meet GrowSmart graduates and SBDC consultants.

This is to show you what GrowSmart 2020 will be like. You can apply for GrowSmart here or online at www.georgiasbdc.org/growsmart.

7th Floor Conference Room

Rev your digital marketing engine! Accelerate Your Digital Marketing is an interactive course designed to teach small business owners and key employees how to be successful in the digital landscape. Early Bird Discount available!

7th floor Conference Room

Ask about Early Bird Pricing.

February 20, 2020

12th Floor, Boardroom

7th Floor Conference Room

Ask about Early Bird pricing.

2/27/2020 - If you have ever thought of owning and operating a franchise, make plans to attend this highly informative class on what it takes to be a franchisee.

Topics:

•	I Want a Franchise! (Or Not)
•	Financial Considerations
•	Operating Models
•	Human Resources
•	The Right Franchise
•	Advantages and Disadvantages
•	General Franchise Owner Knowledge

This two-hour lunch and learn is held at the UGA SBDC classroom in Augusta, GA.
Bring your own lunch with you to listen and explore the possibilities of franchise ownership with an experienced franchise owner.

Note:  This workshop is offered at no-cost to transitioning military personnel.  Call or email for information.

March 6, 2020 at the Snelling Center in Augusta.  A full, information-packed day of all things digital.  Experts will discuss topics including:  Local SERP and the Google Local 3 Pack; Google Ads and Remarketing; Google Analytics and Effective Use; Email Marketing for Results that Matter; Cyber Security - Social Engineering and Synthetic Identity Theft; and MORE!

7th Floor Conference Room

7th Floor Conference Room

7th Floor Conference Room

Developed specifically for beginners and prospective users the course provides a practical hands on approach to learning the features and the functions available to users online.

Part of the Digicon Series.  Purchase all four classes for $249.00

Digicon Series #1: Search Engine Marketing 3/24/2020
Digicon Series #2: Social Media Marketing 6/25/2020
Digicon Series #3: Email Marketing 9/10/2020
Digicon Series #4: Google Analytics 11/10/2020

Online Webinar - Login instructions will be email to your prior to the day of the class.

This course is designed to help participants establish the core foundation necessary to identify their target market, learn the foundations and basics of Facebook advertising, and build an advertising campaign to reach their target market. If you manage a Facebook page for your small business and would like to better learn about how Facebook Ads manager can be a tool, this class if for you. 

Check-in begins at 8:30am.  Class begins at 9:00am.  This class is provided through the generous support of the SunTrust Foundation.

Pre-registration page https://www.georgiasbdc.org/application-for-small-business-success-academy/

If you are considering starting a small business, then this workshop is a crucial first step. Since lack of planning is one of the main reasons new businesses fail, attending this workshop maybe one of the most important decisions you make before opening your business. Topics for discussion include; is my business idea feasible, financing your business, operating legally, building your team and pulling it all together. Handout information will be provided.

For new users to QuickBooks Online or seasoned users who want to master the basics. At this session, learn step-by-step instructions on these topics:
•	The Dashboard
•	Banking: Checking; Savings; Credit Cards
•	Expenses: Vendors
•	Sales and Invoicing: Customers; Products & Services
•	Employees: Payroll; Contractors (1099)
•	Reports
•	Sales Tax: Payroll Tax
•	Accounting: Charts of Accounts; Bank Reconciliation

Also learn about:
•	Working with inventory
•	Everyday transactions
•	Bank reconciliation
•	Closing the books
•	And more

Registration opens at 7:30am. Breakfast is included. Check out the class immediately after this one: "Doing Business with UGA" http://www.georgiasbdc.org/training/?center=athens

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Part of the Digicon Series.  Purchase all four classes for $249.00

QuickBooks Online is fast becoming one of Intuit’s primary products as it allows users to access data anytime and anywhere.  Developed specifically for beginners and prospective users - this course provides a practical hands on approach to learning the features and functions available to online users.

Using case studies - participants will be able to access QuickBooks Online, set up a new company file, create product and service items, manage a chart of accounts, add customer and vendor profiles, process daily transactions and also view reports.

Key Elements of Training:
-Accounting Principles Overview
-New Company Set Up
-Recording Daily Transactions
-Reports

Lunch provided.  Space is limited.  Taught in a computer lab so no need to bring laptop.
Participants get a discount on purchasing QuickBooks Online!
register: www.georgiasbdc.org/southern
questions: 912-651-3200

August 4, 2020 - If your business is ready for growth, SBDC GrowSmart gives you the tools and strategies to reach your goals. GrowSmart was developed by the UGA SBDC to meet the needs of growing businesses. Combining the latest ideas with timeless principles, GrowSmart will propel your business forward! UGA SBDC training has helped thousands of business owners build a foundation for growth. GrowSmart is the product of our experience and commitment to Georgia’s small businesses.

Part of the Digicon Series.  Purchase all four classes for $249.00

Go to https://www.georgiasbdc.org/growsmart for complete program description.  Application must be completed to be considered for discount and acceptance.  

Part of the Digicon Series.  Purchase all four classes for $249.00