Welcome to Business Buzz. We hope you enjoy and continue using this content to build your business! As always, we are here for you and others you may know who are branching out with a new business. Call or email us anytime, and be sure to share this newsletter with co-workers and friends. | | The BCC Small Business Center offers FREE learning resources monthly. Some are in person, but most are offered online, making them available to you wherever you are. Take a look at our April lineup and let us know what you think. | | April Seminars/Webinars from the BCC Small Business Center | | | Design a WIX Website for Your Business For Beginners: SEO on WIX Part #4 (Live Online) | Tuesday, April 1st; 5:00-7:00; Online |
REGISTER | | Sales & Networking 101 for Introverts | Tuesday, April 8th; 11:00-1:00; Online | REGISTER | | HR 101 – Start Building a Company Culture Focused on People | Tuesday, April 22nd; 5:00-6:30; Online | REGISTER | | How to Write a Business Plan | Wednesday, April 23rd; 12:00-1:30; Online | REGISTER | | How to Test a Business Idea | Thursday, April 24th; 11:00-1:00; Online | REGISTER | | Employee Retention
| Tuesday, April 29th; 5:00-6:30; Online | REGISTER | | Successful Sales on Amazon
| Wednesday, April 30th; 5:30-7:00; Online | REGISTER | | | |
Advanced Canva Training with Melanie Diehl
Join us for an exciting and interactive seminar series led by digital marketing expert Melanie Diehl of Melanie & Co. Marketing Collective! In this advanced training session, Melanie will take a deeper dive into the powerful capabilities of Canva, designed to elevate your design skills and enhance your digital marketing efforts.
Details:
- Pre-Requisites: Canva account & basic knowledge of Canva
- Recommended: Canva Pro (paid) but not required
- Audience: Intermediate to Advanced users
Sign up today to take your Canva designs to the next level!
| | Calling All Employers & Job Seekers | |
Build your workforce. Explore employment opportunities. Learn something new.
Join us at the Dinah E. Gore Sports & Aquatics Complex for the 2025 Brunswick Community College Job Fair sponsored by Novant Health. This year’s event is bigger and better than ever featuring employers from a wide variety of industries, FREE admission, FREE workshops, FREE professional headshots, and more!
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Duke Energy Foundation Accepting Grant Applications
Duke Energy Foundation is accepting grant applications from eligible organizations for a $25,000 grant to support local storm preparedness across the state. Applications are being accepted until April 25 at 5 p.m. Grants will support storm preparedness and natural disaster readiness. Successful applications will describe pressing local preparedness needs and how the organization will use the funds. Proposals from government entities are required to complete vetting through Duke Energy Foundation’s third-party processor before funding consideration. Government applicants should review all materials in advance and plan to apply in advance of the deadline to ensure vetting completion. Duke Energy Foundation’s vetting guide is available here.
Local governments are strongly encouraged to coordinate applications with other government entities and agencies serving their counties and communities.
If you have additional questions concerning this opportunity, please reach out to nc-foundation@duke-energy.com.
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The due date for an annual report depends on the type of business entity your company is. Learn your due date on the NC Secretary of State's website.
Are you unsure how to get started? Call the Small Business Center, and we can help you through the process.
| | Chamber of Commerce Corner | | |
Business Connections is a benefit of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce membership but most importantly, a powerful tool to grow your business. Business Connections will establish and increase business referrals between members in a professional, concise, and structured setting that will promote growth in our business community.
Members will develop relationships with other business owners and enhance business opportunities to those in attendance through a member-to-member referral process. Business Connections is held most Tuesdays from 11:45am-1pm in the Chamber’s Conference Room, 4433 Long Beach Road, Southport. In April, the group will meet on April 1st, 8th, 15th, and 29th.
No cost to participate for members. Non-members may attend two meetings before being required to join the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce.
Bring your business cards.
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Join North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Thursday, April 24, at the Golf Barn for a tournament, Top Tracer golf simulations, miniature golf, networking, food, beverages, and prizes!
For additional information, visit their website here.
When: Thursday, August 24, 2025
Where: The Golf Barn, 7 Bell Swamp Connection NE, Winnabow, NC 28451
| | Looking for a Location to Start Your New Business? | | |
Are you working from home but desire a dedicated space to work every day? Brunswick Community College’s co-working space may be the answer to your problem. With $40 a month, you can work with like-minded entrepreneurs.
For a tour or questions about becoming a member, contact April Scott, Small Business Center Director, at (910) 755-7306. You can find the application here to become a member today.
| | | Thinking about Starting a Business? | |
View this video to meet April and learn more about what the BCC Small Business Center offers! | | |
Are you considering starting a business but not sure where to start? Are you unsure what permits are required or how to qualify for lending?
Let us help you through the process. For more information or questions on how to schedule your free one-on-one counseling session, contact Admin Support Specialist Christine Chiarizia at (910) 755-7498 or Director April Scott at (910) 755-7306.
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