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BUSINESS FOR BREAKFAST        FREE  

7:45 – 8:45 AM, Friday, February 24
Huddleston Bolen LLP, 13th Floor, Chase Tower,
707 Virginia Street, East, Charleston

"3 Experts with 5 Tips to Improve Your Business in 2012"

The guest speakers,Ashley French, Partner, Huddleston Bolen LLP; Crystal Good, Director of Brand Experience, Mythology Marketing; and Joetta Kuhn, CPA, will draw on their vast experience in their respective fields to stimulate your planning for 2012.  

Preregistration is required.
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 OPEN OFFICE HOURS

SCORE has initiated series as Webinars where you can write in questions or ask questions in the meeting from specialists on important topics.
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Thursday March 1, 2012 at 2:00 PM
Using Video to Market Your Business

If there is an specialist you'd like to have access to call 304-647-5463 or e-mail score256@wvscore.org

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DYNET Dynamic Networking for Small Business
A Federal and Prime Government Contracting Event
April 4, 2012
Fairmont, WV
No Cost
 
Preregistration is required.
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SELLING TO THE GOVERNMENT - 2012
FREE WEBINARS - - - All at 2pm

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Marketing Your Business
to Federal Buyers 
  Sep. 20
Small Business Certifications
in Federal Contracting
Mar. 15 Oct. 18
 
Marketing to State & Local
Governments
Apr. 19 Nov. 15
 
Understanding GSA  May 17  
Want to Do Business with

the Government? Meet SAM

Jun. 21
 
 
Surety Bond Guarantees Jul 19  

 

 

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PAST WEBINAR VIDEOS
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MARKETING
Marketing
Pricing Products & Services
Facebook for Small Business
Social Media for Small Biz
Defining your Target
Providing Outstanding Customer Service

BUSINESS ACCOUNTING & TAXES 
LLC v. S-Corporation: Which is Right for You?
Deductible Business Expenses

Small Business Taxes

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Public Relations Best Practices
Communicating Effectively in a Multi-Generational Workplace
Tips for Hiring the Right Employee for the Job
   

MISCELLANEOUS
HubZone Certification
Government Contracting 101
Doing Business with DEP
8a Certification
Veterans Business Certifications
HubZone #2

Women Owned Small Business
Small Business Certifications in Federal Contracting

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SCORE's mentors, comprised of active and retired business men and women, provide clients with free and confidential business counseling. Counseling can be conducted at the client's place of business, at our chapter headquarters, by telephone or via email

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Public Relations Best Practices   October 11, 2011     1 pm

Good PR is an incredibly effective tool for growing your business, and typically all it takes is just a bit of time invested with no cash outlay.  Seasoned PR professional Kara Gray of New Horizon Consulting will provide an overview of the best PR practices any business can use to get new customers and build a loyal following.

 

Preparing for an Audit Before You’re Audited    October 18    2 pm

“IRS Audit”—words a business owner never wants to hear.  But there are things we can do so that we’re ready for that audit if-- or when-- it does occur.  Experienced accountant Lawrence Ickes, CPA will explore best practices and red flags avoid problems and to get you ready. 

Doing Business with the WV Department of Environmental Protection

October 20, 2011     2 pm

The WV Department of Environmental Protection is looking for qualified contractors, especially minority- and women-owned businesses.  This webinar will include an overview of state purchasing procedures. 

 

Veterans Business Certifications   October 27, 2011   2 pm

If you are a veteran and own a small business, you may be eligible to participate in special opportunities in federal contracting. Learn about Veterans business certifications and how it can help you grow your business with federal contracts.

With access to a wide variety of documents, templates and tools to assist you in starting or growing your business, the information provided here covers a wide range of subjects including initial business planning, capital sources, government agencies, and much more.