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SUMMARY:Business Retention and Expansion
DESCRIPTION:In-person event; details to come.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/business-retention-and-expansion/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:MIC Event: Social Capital Building
DESCRIPTION:Learn the key personal skill tied to your business and career success\, how to build social capital.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for at the Social Capital for EntreSuccess (SCES) Academy to join a cohort of other entrepreneurs and business owner to learn and practice the key skill of building social capital. \nDuring this 5-week\, two hour per week program\, you will: \n– Increase social capital to take your business to the next level \n– Learn about business development programs\, services and opportunities \n– Grow your revenue and profit margins through connections and resources \nA lack of social capital — networks of relationships with potential investors\, seasoned advisors and reputable contractors — is a major reason why 90 percent of small businesses fail\, according to Dun and Bradstreet\, the business data research firm. \nGiven the statistics\, there’s no denying the importance of social capital in driving your business or social venture to the top. With access to social capital\, small businesses and entrepreneurs can capitalize on the valuable information\, tools\, and resources they need for success. \nThe SCES Academy is a one-of-a-kind\, five-week program designed to help entrepreneurs increase their social capital with key “Opportunity Guides” – experts in marketing\, sales\, contract procurement\, law\, accounting\, business development\, hiring\, financing\, and more – the people who can help your businesses grow. \nThe SCES Academy will meet at the Maryland Innovation Center from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM each Monday starting April 4 thru May 3. You will also have access to the opportunity HUB and personal mentoring following the program. The cost of the program is normally $495 but due to a generous donation from Howard County\, the BRITE program will cover most of the cost and the registration is only $25 for Howard County based businesses or residents. Registration for Maryland residents and businesses outside Howard County is $100. \nThis program is part of the Howard County\, Maryland Innovation Center BRITE (Business Revitalization Initiative Through Entrepreneurship) program and is underwritten by a generous grant from Howard County and is powered by the Howard County Economic Development Authority. The program is conducted by Social Capital Builders\, an organization dedicated to teaching people and organizations about the power of social capital and support them in using it to improve economic opportunities. \nPlease note\, this is a 5 series event\, held on Apr. 4\, Apr. 11\, Apr. 18\, Apr. 25\, and May 2. Registration is limited and will close on April 3. This event will be held in person.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mic-event-social-capital-building/
LOCATION:Maryland Innovation Center\, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Howard County Economic Development Authority HCEDA’s Small Business Resource Information Session
DESCRIPTION:If you’re an entrepreneur just starting out\, or an established business hoping to scale\, you need a business strategy that you can count on. Next Tuesday\, April 12\, Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA)’s Small Business Resource Information Session will help you plan and grow with confidence. \nThis two-hour\, free session held at HCEDA is packed with information and motivation for local entrepreneurs. The presentation format is supplemented by Q&A and one-to-one sessions to discuss topics specific to attendees. \nEach session will include presenters from the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, Howard County Office of Purchasing – Procurement\, and HCEDA-Business Development/Catalyst Fund. \nThese sessions will be held multiple times throughout the year. Upcoming dates include: \nApril 12\, 2022 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nJuly 19\, 2022 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nOctober 11\, 2022 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nJanuary 17\, 2023 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm \nTake your next step with assurance; register today!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/howard-county-economic-development-authority-hcedas-small-business-resource-information-session/
LOCATION:Howard County Economic Development Authority\, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\, 1st Floor\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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SUMMARY:MWCC: Lean Learnings - Lean Sales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our quick\, virtual events called “Lean Learnings“. \nFrom 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.\, catch a quick presentation from one of our consultants\, a member or a guest speaker on some of your favorite lean subjects and methodologies! \nTopic: LEAN SALES \n \nWe know that Lean thinking is a performance improvement methodology that can be applied in any environment\, in every process and industry\, but what about Sales? Have you thought about the application of Lean to Sales? Did you know that the amount of waste in the average sales process is 85%? Have you tried to implement Lean into sales without success? On tool and techniques level\, the implementation is different than in operations. Lean Sales is the application of Lean in service processes such as marketing\, quoting\, and customer service. Lean is the key to increasing sales effectiveness. \nPresenters \nCharlie Protzman of the Business Improvement Group and Doug Galeone of Chutes International will discuss how Lean is applied to the sales and marketing processes and how they measure results.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-lean-learnings-lean-sales/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220419T113000
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SUMMARY:MIC Event: Exceeding Sales Goals in 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 6 week series held April 19- May 24 to prepare for business success.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs we dive into the new year\, have you asked yourself the following questions? \n\nHave I set my 2022 marketing and sales goals?\nMy goals are set but do I have a plan prepared to reach those goals?\nIs my plan executable?… with monthly contact goals and attainable revenue/sales goals?\n\nIf you are saying “no” to any of these questions\, you might want to join the “Exceeding Sales Goals in 2022” sessions. Sessions will start April 19 thru May 24. \nThe following topics will be covered: \n1. Converting Revenue goals into attainable sales targets. \n2. Creating Value Statements and Setting appointments. \n3. Handling objections and closing on business. \n4. Qualifying questions and streamlining your sales. \n5. Forecasting and pipeline. \n6. Negotiating and closing. \nThe program has been structured to have each session build on the previous session to accelerate results. Please try to attend all but attending any with give your a sales boost! \nEach session will run for 90 minutes\, with 45-60 minutes of content and spirited discussion\, followed by 30-45 minutes of Q&A covering all aspects of sales. \nIndependent of these session\, presenter Frank Cook is available for one-on-one session to discuss all aspects of Sales and Client success by connecting with him at Calendly. You may schedule time with Frank using this link https://calendly.com/frank-5150 \nPlease note\, this is a 6 week series\, held on April 19\, April 26\, May 3\, May 10\, May 17\, and May 24. Registration is limited and will close on April 18. This event will be virtual.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mic-event-exceeding-sales-goals-in-2022/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:2022 MEDA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Infrastructure plays a crucial role in creating cohesive\, economically vibrant communities. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced communities to rethink the framework\, adapting social and physical structures to reflect shifting priorities. The 2022 MEDA Annual Conference will explore these shifts\, and their implications on economic developers hoping to increase jobs and community investment. \nDecisions made today will impact our economy and our quality of life for decades\, so it’s important to get them right. Nationally-recognized keynotes and experts in workforce development\, economic equity\, small business development\, multimodal transportation\, broadband\, and more will lend perspective and purpose to our efforts ahead. \nScroll down this page to register for the\n2022 MEDA Annual Conference\nUpdate: Early bird registration deadline is extended to April 18! \nRooms start at $195 a night. Please use this reservation link. The cutoff for reservations is April 18\, 2022. \nSupport MEDA’s Scholarship Funds by contributing to our 15th Annual Silent Auction! This year’s Silent Auction will be held at the 2022 MEDA Annual Conference. Although we’ll be in person\, we’ll continue to use the Handbid Silent Auction website. In the past\, we have received some great items from weekend getaways to wine tastings\, Oriole Tickets to brewery tours and more. For more information\, contact Margaret Bollhorst at margaretb@medamd.com or 410-456-6459. Thank you for your continued support! \nSilent Auction Now Live! \nThe auction is taking place on the Handbid app and website. To access our Silent Auction:\n–Download the Handbid app to your iPhone or android phone and search for MEDA Foundation\n-or-\n–go to the Handbid website online at: www.events.handbid.com/auctions/meda-foundation-15th-silent-auction \nView Speaker Slides \nKeynote Stu Solomon\, CEO of Connected DMV\, spoke on “Regionalism: Together We Can.”  He shared the slides from his presentation\, which you can view here. \nAnirban Basu\, Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group\, Inc.\, shared his slides for his presentation titled “No Time to Buy.” View his slides here.  \n  \nAccess the 2022 MEDA Winter Conference Business Meeting minutes here.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-meda-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay\, 100 Heron Blvd. at Route 50\, Cambridge\, MD\, 21613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking
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