AUGUST 2024

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Learn Something New!

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 August lineup and let us know what you think.

August Seminars/Webinars from the BCC Small Business Center

Sales & Networking 101 for Introverts	Wednesday, Aug. 21st; 5 :30-7:00; Online	REGISTER
Finanzas Personales para Propietarios de Pequeñas Empresas	Thursday, Aug. 22nd; 5:30-7:00; En Linea	REGISTRO
Google Tools for Business	Tuesday, Aug 27th; 12:00-1:30; Online	REGISTER
Strategies to Prioritize Mental Wellness, Manage Stress & Avoid Burnout for Small Biz Owners	Wednesday, Aug. 28th; 5:30-7:00; Online	REGISTER

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Webinars from NC Department of Revenue

Womenpreneur Empowerment Summit

Mark your calendars for an exhilarating summit you won't want to miss! Join us for an action-packed event featuring a stellar lineup of keynote speakers, dynamic panel discussions, and hands-on breakout sessions, all tailored for current and aspiring female entrepreneurs and small business owners. Registration coming soon!

Leadership Brunswick County Accepting Applications Until 8/26

Leadership Brunswick County is a program sponsored by the Southport-Oak Island Area, North Brunswick and Brunswick County Chambers of Commerce to develop corps of informed, committed and qualified individuals capable of providing dynamic leadership for Brunswick County. It is designed to identify highly-motivated, emerging leaders and educate them about the needs of our community, as well as the dynamics of social and economic changes.

A limited number of leaders/emerging leaders will be selected to participate in Leadership Brunswick County. They will meet one day each month beginning September 2024 through May 2025 with existing leaders from business, government, and education, to explore the needs of Brunswick County and better understand the individuals and services responsible for meeting those needs. Programs will include: the history and culture of Brunswick County, local and state government systems, justice and law enforcement, education, environment, health and human services, and economic development.

Download Application Today

Resources

EmpowHer Grant

If you are a female entrepreneur interested in grant support for an early-stage, for-profit business, apply today. Businesses that are eligible for an EmpowHer Grant address one of the following social issues* through their product or business model:

Poverty & Hunger
Sustainability & the Environment
Strong Communities

Applicants may request up to $25,000 in business support. Grant funding is remitted as reimbursement (following proof of payment) for business-related expenses. EmpowHer Grants are reviewed quarterly. Applications close near the end of each quarter. If you do not have enough time to complete an application before it closes, please consider waiting to begin in the next quarter:

Q1: January-March
Q2: April-June
Q3: July-September
Q4: October-December

Giving Joy

Giving Joy Grants are one-time micro grants (maximum $500 USD). Women ages 18 and up from any country in the world are eligible to apply. Fall Grant Round: June 1-Septemeber 30

Enthuse

The Enthuse Foundation offers a series of financial grants to assist female entrepreneurs with critical business needs. Learn more about the program below. Next Grant Cycle TBA for 2025.

Additional grant information can be found here.

2024 WilmingtonBiz Conference & Expo

2024 WilmingtonBiz Expo

Wednesday, October 2

8:30am - 4:00pm

Wilmington Convention Center

Be part of the Wilmington region’s largest annual business gathering!

BizExpo includes the annual Economic Outlook Keynote Lunch, Seminars on Technology, Culture, Growth and Talent Development, the Expo Hall with more than 100 exhibitors, MADE Award winners and a new Coffee & Connections Networking Hour to start the day.

Hosted by Greater Wilmington Business Journal, this year's BizExpo exhibitor focus is What's Your Thing? We want exhibitors to share their "thing" at the Expo to help direct conversations whether your goal is gaining new clients, new employees or something else.

Reserve your booth now by clicking here or by emailing marketing@wilmingtonbiz.com to learn about sponsorship opportunities!

Visit the Wilmington Biz website for more details. Tickets are on sale soon...

Looking for a Location to Start Your New Business?

Now accepting applications for a 950 sq. ft. unit

Apply Today

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 at $40 a month, you can work with like-minded entrepreneurs.

For a tour or questions on how you can become 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?

Learn more about the Brunswick Community College Small Business Center.

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, 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 you can 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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