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			1 Federal Contracting Basics Webinar Federal Contracting Basics Webinar May 1, 2013 10:00 am – May 1, 2013 11:00 am Each year, local and state government agencies spend hundreds of millions of dollars purchasing goods and services from local businesses. To find out more about how to sell to state… Charlotte Venture Challenge Finals: $25,000 Cash Prize! Charlotte Venture Challenge Finals: $25,000 Cash Prize! May 1, 2013 4:00 pm – May 1, 2013 7:00 pm The Hottest Startups in the Southeast Compete at the Charlotte Venture Challenge Finals! First, there were 95; then there were 36; now there are only 19; and on May 1st, one… Negotiating Skills for Business Success Negotiating Skills for Business Success May 1, 2013 6:30 pm – May 1, 2013 8:30 pm In today’s business world, learning good negotiation skills will help you maximize your success, whether you own your own business, work for someone else, or are just thinking about making…	2 Bidding and Managing Federal Contracts Bidding and Managing Federal Contracts May 2, 2013 8:00 am – May 2, 2013 4:30 pm The federal government is the biggest customer in the world. Whether you are taking your first steps, or looking to expand your footprint, you can’t afford to overlook… Bidding & Managing Government Contracts Bidding & Managing Government Contracts May 2, 2013 8:00 am – May 2, 2013 4:30 pm Join Central Piedmont Community College for this intense one day program will provide an in-depth concise and candid overview of the Federal Government Contracting program that will both enhance your…	3	4
5	6 Choosing Your Legal Structure Choosing Your Legal Structure May 6, 2013 6:30 pm – May 6, 2013 8:30 pm Which legal structure is best for your business-Sole Proprietorship, S-Corporation, Partnership, LLC? Choosing the right business entity is an important step in setting up your business. Know the right questions…	7 CharlotteWorks FREE Employer Learning Series CharlotteWorks FREE Employer Learning Series Charlotte Works is pleased to announce a series of 11 workshops at no cost to you that will increase your effectiveness as a human resources professional. Presented by Central Piedmont Community… Simple Steps for Starting Your Business Simple Steps for Starting Your Business May 7, 2013 1:00 pm – May 7, 2013 4:00 pm SCORE presents this introductory workshop focusing on the basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that influence start-up success. Start-up Basics provides you with an overview…	8 FREE Blogging 101 Webinar FREE Blogging 101 Webinar May 8, 2013 1:00 pm – May 8, 2013 2:00 pm Thinking about blogging for your business, but not sure where to start? SBA and the W20 Group have teamed up to host a “Blogging 101″ webinar on May 8th. This webinar…	9	10 CharlotteWorks FREE Employer Learning Series CharlotteWorks FREE Employer Learning Series Charlotte Works is pleased to announce a series of 11 workshops at no cost to you that will increase your effectiveness as a human resources professional. Presented by Central Piedmont Community…	11
12	13	14 Charlotte Small Business Week Conference Charlotte Small Business Week Conference Join Dr. Tony Zeiss along with the Charlotte Business Resource Consortium for an exciting day celebrating Charlotte’s 2013 Small Business Week. With TEDx style talks, a nationally renowned keynote speaker… Healthcare Reform Healthcare Reform May 14, 2013 8:30 am – May 14, 2013 12:30 pm Presented by Charlotte Works in partnership with The Employers Association, this FREE workshop will provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge concerning the new healthcare reform regulations and how…	15 CharlotteWorks FREE Employer Learning Series CharlotteWorks FREE Employer Learning Series Charlotte Works is pleased to announce a series of 11 workshops at no cost to you that will increase your effectiveness as a human resources professional. Presented by Central Piedmont Community… State Contracting Basics Webinar State Contracting Basics Webinar May 15, 2013 10:00 am – May 15, 2013 11:00 am Each year, local and state government agencies spend hundreds of millions of dollars purchasing goods and services from local businesses. To find out more about how to sell to state… Celebrate Small Business Week in Cabarrus County Celebrate Small Business Week in Cabarrus County May 15, 2013 11:00 am – May 15, 2013 3:00 pm Join Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and connect with dozens of local and state business assistance providers in one location! Bring your questions, collect information, hear speakers, network, enjoy a free lunch! Register…	16	17 Business Wellness – IS YOUR COMPANY STRATEGICALLY FIT FOR NEXT-LEVEL PERFORMANCE? Business Wellness – IS YOUR COMPANY STRATEGICALLY FIT FOR NEXT-LEVEL PERFORMANCE? May 17, 2013 8:00 am – May 17, 2013 10:30 am A healthy bottom line depends on effectively managing and nurturing the wellbeing of your business. Join other strategy-minded, performance-driven business owners for a morning of inside-out thinking. Engage with experts… 28th Annual Women Business Owners Awards Gala 28th Annual Women Business Owners Awards Gala May 17, 2013 12:00 pm – May 17, 2013 2:00 pm Join the National Association of Women Business Owners for their 28th Annual Awards Gala! The 2013 Business Women of the Year Awards Gala recognizes significant accomplishments of professionals and women…	18
19	20 Small Business Pitch Competition – You Could Win $5,000! Small Business Pitch Competition – You Could Win $5,000! May 20, 2013 11:00 am – May 20, 2013 3:00 pm Join Pride Magazine for “Staying in the Game Unwritten Rules for Small Business Success Luncheon” and you could walk away with a grand prize worth $5,000! Applications are currently being accepted.…	21 Developing Your Small Business Plans: FREE Webinar Developing Your Small Business Plans: FREE Webinar May 21, 2013 2:00 pm – May 21, 2013 3:00 pm Are you starting or expanding your small business? Have you considered how to develop or update your business and marketing plans? Make sure you know what to include by joining… Simple Steps for Starting Your Business Simple Steps for Starting Your Business May 21, 2013 6:00 pm – May 21, 2013 9:00 pm SCORE presents this introductory workshop focusing on the basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that influence start-up success. Start-up Basics provides you with an overview…	22 Go Forth & Export 2013 Go Forth & Export 2013 May 22, 2013 8:30 am – May 22, 2013 10:00 am Discover new markets for your product or service. Learn from local successful exporters along with federal, state and private sector export service providers. Learn more and register here. Healthcare Reform Healthcare Reform May 22, 2013 8:30 am – May 22, 2013 12:30 pm Presented by Charlotte Works in partnership with The Employers Association, this FREE workshop will provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge concerning the new healthcare reform regulations and how… 16th Annual Mayor’s International Entrepreneur & Community Awards 16th Annual Mayor’s International Entrepreneur & Community Awards May 22, 2013 12:00 pm – May 22, 2013 2:00 pm Since 1998, the Charlotte International Cabinet and the Office of the Mayor have hosted the Mayor’s International Community Awards. This event was created to honor the philanthropic giving and other…	23 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Crowns of Enterprise Awards Charlotte-Mecklenburg Crowns of Enterprise Awards May 23, 2013 6:00 pm – May 23, 2013 8:00 pm Join Mayor Anthony Foxx and City and County elected officials as we honor the Small Business Enterprise (SBE) of the Year, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) of the Year, and Woman Business Enterprise…	24	25
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