March 2025

Welcome to Business Buzz

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.

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 March lineup and let us know what you think.

March Seminars/Webinars from the BCC Small Business Center

Get Your Local Business Found on Google Search & Maps	Wednesday, March 12th; 12:00-1:30; Online	REGISTER
Income Tax Basics for Small Business Owners	Wednesday, March 12th; 5:30-7:00; Online	REGISTER
How to Start a Small Business in N.C	Thursday, March 13th; 5:30-7:00; Online	REGISTER
Canva: 10 Best Hidden Features You Must Try to Believe	Monday, March 17th; 3:00-4:30; Online	REGISTER
Basic Information on Permitting & Guidelines for Restaurants & Food Trucks	Wednesday, March 19th; 12:00-1:30; In-Person Leland Center, 2045 Enterprise Blvd. Room 208	REGISTER
Payroll and 1099 Compliance – Easy Solutions for Avoiding Major Headaches	Thursday, March 20th; 5:30-7:00; Online	REGISTER
Canva Graphics Galore	Thursday, March 27th; 3:00-4:30; Online	REGISTER
Business Tax Soup – Wait… There’s More!	Thursday, March 27th; 5:30-7:30; Online	REGISTER

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Your website is the face of your business online and the perfect way to inform customers of who you are, what you do, and why they should buy from you.

In this series, we will explore the WIX platform and review the fundamentals of the website.

Next, we will cover some do's and don'ts of website development and how website maintenance and hosting work.

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Calling ALL Food Entrepreneurs and Enthusiasts

Chefz Vision is a unique networking event tailored for individuals and businesses in the food industry, providing a platform to share valuable insights, resources, and knowledge about the intricacies of the food business. Our company objective is for Chefz Vision to achieve the following related to our vision to support local food entrepreneurs and enthusiasts.

Foundation to build our pipeline of food entrepreneurs
Serve as the platform to share business insights, analysis, and needs
Provide business networking and engagement

Keep the food ecosystem engaged and connected to our Block Eatz Vision

Annual Reports are Due

The due date for an annual report depends upon the type of business entity your company is. Learn your due date on NC Secretary of State's website

Not sure how to get started? Give the Small Business Center a call and we can help you through the process.

Looking for a Location to Start Your New Business?

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. 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?

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? 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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