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SUMMARY:Holiday Handmade Shop at Fuller Craft Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Handmade market is back at Fuller Craft Museum\, November 23rd – January 5! Please visit their incredible collection\, and check out their amazing expanded handmade holiday market for unique gifts. You can support local artists by gifting handmade ceramics\, jewelry\, hats\, beautiful toys\, decorative boxes\, cards\, accessories\, and more all at the Fuller Craft Museum. Visit FCM’s Holiday Handmade shop at 455 Oak Street in Brockton\, Tuesday – Sunday 10AM-5PM. Learn more at fullercraft.org
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/holiday-handmade-shop-at-fuller-craft-museum/
LOCATION:Fuller Craft Museum\, 455 Oak Street\, Brockton\, MA\, 02301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:How To Start A Business Using A Free SCORE Mentor
DESCRIPTION:Starting a small business can be challenging\, especially if you lack business experience. At SCORE\, we provide free expert mentors dedicated to helping you ignite your passion\, overcome obstacles\, and achieve your dream of small business ownership. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll hear real success stories from SCORE clients as well as the SCORE mentors who helped them. \nYou’ll learn about: \n\nHow a SCORE mentor can help you start and grow your business\nHow to find the right mentor for your business using SCORE’s extensive\, nationwide network of business experts\nHow SCORE mentorship works and how having a SCORE mentor on your side sets your new business up for success
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/how-to-start-a-business-using-a-free-score-mentor-2/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T180000
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SUMMARY:From Recipe to Revenue: Starting a Successful Food Service Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of starting your own food business\, but don’t know where to begin? In this webinar\, our expert presenters will help you learn:\n  \n\nThe details people overlook\nAffordable ways to start\nLicensing and other regulatory matters to consider\nWhy starting small and building up might be the strategy for you\nAre you ready to be the Boss?\n\n\nYou will have the opportunity to engage with questions after the presentation.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/from-recipe-to-revenue-starting-a-successful-food-service-business-2/
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CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T100000
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SUMMARY:Tech Talks with Rob: Unlocking the Power of Internet Phones for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Basics\n\nJoin us for “Tech Talk with Rob” an enlightening webinar series designed specifically for small business owners looking to navigate the complex world of technology. Each session\, hosted by tech expert Rob\, will delve into critical topics that are essential for running a modern business in the digital age. \nTOPIC: Unlocking the Power of Internet Phones for Small Businesses. \nWe’ll dive into the world of Voice over Internet Protocol\, or VOIP. Whether you’re a business owner looking to streamline communication or exploring cost-effective technology to enhance productivity\, this session is designed to give you practical insights. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll explain what VOIP is\, how it works\, and why it’s a game-changer for small businesses. From cutting phone bills to enabling seamless remote work and improving customer service\, VOIP offers a range of benefits that can help your business thrive in today’s digital age. \nGet ready to learn how VOIP can simplify communication\, increase flexibility\, and grow alongside your business. \nWhether you are tech-savvy or just getting started\, “Tech Talk with Rob” will provide you with the knowledge and tools to leverage technology for your business’s success. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn\, grow\, and secure your business in the digital marketplace. \nDuring each session\, Rob will present a brief 15–20-minute introduction to the topic at hand\, followed by an interactive discussion and Q&A period. This series aims to create a welcoming environment where you’re encouraged to ask any questions you may have. Remember\, there are no bad questions. \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Rob DelMastro\, Director of the MSBDC Western Regional Office
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/tech-talks-with-rob-unlocking-the-power-of-internet-phones-for-small-businesses/
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CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T130000
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SUMMARY:Understanding the 5 Most Common Legal Forms of Business
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the right legal form for your business is a critical step that impacts your operations\, taxes and liability. Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or looking to restructure your business\, understanding the pros and cons of each form of organization is essential to making informed decisions. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenters will guide you through the five most common forms of business organization: sole proprietorship\, partnership\, limited liability company (LLC)\, corporation and S corporation. You’ll gain clarity on the legal and tax implications of each structure and learn how to evaluate which one aligns best with your business goals. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the basics of the five most common forms of business organization\nCompare and contrast sole proprietorships\, partnerships\, LLCs\, corporations and S corporations\nAnalyze legal and tax considerations for each business structure\nLearn how to determine which form best suits your business objectives\n\nLive attendees will receive the slide deck and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/understanding-the-5-most-common-legal-forms-of-business/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T120000
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SUMMARY:Persuasive Writing - When Nobody Reads Anymore
DESCRIPTION:Be it blogs\, posts\, emails\, proposals\, or presentations\, many people are not particularly good writers. They know it hurts their business but are intimidated or don’t know how to improve. Join us to see how it is easier than most realize by understanding “nobody reads anymore” and writing to minimize readers’ common challenges. \nTake Aways: \n1. Allocate your time and organize your thoughts \n2. Simple\, but important\, concepts: BLOT\, AAA\, Readability\, Sesquipedalian \n3. Real examples\, and follow-on help if desired \nMeet Your Presenter: \nPeter Poulin was a senior consulting partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Deloitte\, where he helped lead many financial services organizations through change. Over three decades\, he regularly wrote to persuade others on a variety of topics\, and eventually developed a class to encourage and teach others to improve their business writing. Over time it has become apparent these concepts are as relevant for blogs\, posts\, emails\, etc as for formal presentation\, proposals\, and letters.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/persuasive-writing-when-nobody-reads-anymore-2/
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CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T120000
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SUMMARY:Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nYou’ve likely heard this acronym many times\, but what does it mean for your small business? This webinar will provide an overview of SEO fundamentals including: how search engines work; the importance of keyword research; on- and off-page optimizations; and how to use metrics to measure performance. \nThis is an Online Class \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Rosa Di Virgilio Taormina\, Senior Business Advisor and Certified Digital Marketing Professional at the MSBDC Northeast Regional Office.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/search-engine-optimization-seo-for-beginners-3/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="MSBDC":MAILTO:amfenton@msbdc.umass.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T123000
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SUMMARY:Tax Preparation for the Self-Employed
DESCRIPTION:Join SE MASS SCORE and SEED for our free webinar: Tax Preparation for the Self-Employed. \nSheila May\, a tax preparer with the IRS Enrolled Agent credential\, will be giving lots of good tips for the SELF-EMPLOYED. She will tell you easy ways to make tax preparation more manageable. \nYou will gain an understanding about what you can expense and how – an essential for any self-employed taxpayer. Discussed will be what expenses lots of self-employed taxpayers overlook. In addition\, she will clarify expenses that are often misunderstood. Finally\, she will discuss how self-employed taxpayers are taxed\, what can reduce those taxes\, how to project your tax liability and how to pay those taxes. \nKey takeaways you can expect: \n-How you are taxed as a Self-Employed Person \n-Knowledge about the options regarding the handling of expenses \n-An understanding of what deductions are available \n-Tips on common expenses that are overlooked/misunderstood
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/tax-preparation-for-the-self-employed-5/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T140000
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CREATED:20250115T162945Z
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SUMMARY:How to Get Certified as a Woman-Owned Business
DESCRIPTION:Getting certified as a woman-owned business opens doors to new opportunities and partnerships. It connects you to supplier diversity programs at major corporations and government agencies\, and provides an equal opportunity to compete for contracts. \nIn this webinar\, presented by the Women’s Business Enterprise Center (WBEC)\,  you’ll learn about the benefits of certification and how it can position your business for growth. Finally\, you’ll learn about the WBENC\, its certification program\, eligibility requirements and the application process. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn about WBENC and the significance of WBE certification\nReview WBE eligibility requirements and required documentation\nExplore the application process\, including costs and timeline\nDiscover the benefits and opportunities available to certified women-owned businesses\n\nLive attendees will receive the slide deck and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/how-to-get-certified-as-a-woman-owned-business/
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CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T120000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Business Financials: Balance Sheets\, Income and Profit/Loss Statements
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Accounting\n\nFinancial statements are essential for understanding the financial foundation of your business. They serve as indicators of both current success and future potential. \nAdditionally\, they highlight areas where you may have been overly cautious or indulgent in your past spending. In our upcoming webinar\, we will teach you how to read and understand your balance sheets\, income statements\, and profit/loss statements. \nMatthew Ogrodowicz from Boisselle\, Morton & Wolkowicz\, LLP is well aware of the challenges faced by small business clients. \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Matthew Ogrodowicz of Boisselle\, Morton & Wolkowicz\, LLP \nCo-Sponsor(s): \nPlease login a couple minutes prior to the start time as the program begins promptly at 9:00am. If you need to cancel\, please notify us at 413-577-1768 so that another person may take your place.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/understanding-business-financials-balance-sheets-income-and-profit-loss-statements/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="MSBDC":MAILTO:amfenton@msbdc.umass.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T123000
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SUMMARY:Branding Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Building Your Brand Identity \nJust like your personal identity makes you uniquely you\, your brand identity is the special sauce of your business that sets you apart from every other Tom\, Dick and Harry\, Inc. on the block. And your brand identity design is what shapes your company. \nBut what exactly is brand identity? What does it have to do with design? And how do you shape a strong brand identity that grows your business? \nA brand is the way that you want to be seen by your customers. It can feel like a difficult process to create a standout brand\, but it doesn’t have to be. \nBuilding a great brand starts with knowing your customer and their needs. With branding\, it’s important to stay true to who you are as a company and use your values as fuel for creativity; you can make bold design choices without abandoning your core identity. \nThis “branding webinar” will teach you how to understand branding and teach you how to build a strong\, memorable\, and respected brand for your company. \nThe cost of this webinar will be $10\, and you will receive\, along with the recording and presentation deck\, 5 additional PDF supplemental guides that go deeper into branding related topics. These topics include: Elements of modern website design; building your brand identity; color theory\, and re-branding. \nSCORE is a 501c3 non-profit organization. All funds received help better serve our clients\, implement new initiatives and strengthen our community connections. \nMeet Your Presenter: \nDanny Sapir worked as a marketing and business development executive for several large corporations (Informix\, IBM\, EMC/Dell)\, as well as managed startup operations\, all in the high technology sector. Experienced in strategy development and management of multi-million dollar business operations\, with specific experience in such technologies as BI/Analytics\, Information Governance\, enterprise applications and document management. His consulting business focused on digital marketing helping his client increase sales by leveraging social media and branding. He has been a score mentor and an SME since 2017.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/branding-essentials-3/
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CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250116T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250116T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Borrowing Basics for Business Owners
DESCRIPTION: SEED Corporation in conjunction with Rockland Trust Bank will be hosting a Lunch & Learn for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. During this free\, in-person session\, participants will learn the fundamentals of financing a small business\, what lenders look for in a loan application\, and the funding programs available to start-up and existing businesses. Topics will include the Six C’s of Credit\, traditional vs. non-traditional lending requirements\, and SBA loan programs. \nLocation:\nMassasoit Community College\nStudent Lounge\n1 Massasoit Boulevard\nBrockton\, MA 02302 \nThis event is free to attend\, and a complimentary lunch will be provided to all attendees. Please forward any questions about the event to aricard@seedcorp.com
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/lunch-learn-borrowing-basics-for-business-owners/
LOCATION:Massasoit Community College\, 1 Massasoit Blvd\, Brockton\, MA\, 02302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SEED Corp.":MAILTO:aricard@seedcorp.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T140000
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UID:10001327-1737032400-1737036000@metrosouthchamber.com
SUMMARY:Email Opt-In Strategies Every Small Business Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:Building a strong opt-in email list is one of the best investments your business can make. A thriving opt-in list helps you stay connected with your audience and drives sales and engagement. \nIn this webinar\, bestselling author and SCORE presenter Steve Strauss will guide you through the essential steps to grow your opt-in email list into the six figures. You’ll Learn how to create irresistible lead magnets\, craft engaging email content\, and leverage both free and paid strategies to expand your list quickly. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand why a large opt-in email list is a key business asset\nLearn how to create lead magnets that attract the right audience\nDiscover effective strategies to boost email list opt-ins\nExplore free and paid methods for growing your email list rapidly\n\nLive attendees will receive the slide deck and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/email-opt-in-strategies-every-small-business-needs-to-know/
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CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250118T120000
DTSTAMP:20250114T164734Z
CREATED:20250114T164613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T164734Z
UID:10001104-1737190800-1737201600@metrosouthchamber.com
SUMMARY:39th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 39th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast presented by the Brockton Area Branch NAACP. This year’s theme is “King\, Women\, and America\,” featuring keynote speaker Reverend Alicia M. Johnson\, MTS\, STM\, EdM. \nThe event will take place on Saturday\, January 18 2025\, from 9 AM to 12 PM at the Envision Hotel\, located at 31 Hampshire Street\, Mansfield\, MA. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the legacy of Dr. King and the contributions of women in America.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/39th-annual-rev-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-breakfast/
LOCATION:Envision Hootel\, 31 Hampshire Street\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brockton Area NAACP":MAILTO:presidentphyllis@naacp-brocktonbranch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T143000
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SUMMARY:Building a Better Business Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Do you feel “stuck” as a business owner? \nAre you in search of more business resources and opportunities? Whether you are in… \nA. Start-up Phase – Defined as the idea stage to under 2 years in business; or \nB. Growth Phase – Defined as 3-5 years or more in business \nsometimes you don’t know what you don’t know. Let’s talk about the marketing and financial strategies for development and growth. \nThe Building a Better Business Bootcamp is designed to help individuals grow and stabilize their businesses with tools\, resources\, and strategies for success. Through education\, collaboration\, and networking\, we will arrive at solutions to move you forward. We discuss the legal\, financial\, and marketing responsibilities necessary to succeed. \nThis in-person program will be held on Thursday\, January 23\, 2025\, from 9 AM to 2:30 PM at NeighborWorks Housing Solutions\, HarborOne Bank\, 68 Legion Parkway\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, Brockton. Coffee and lunch will be provided. \nClick link to register.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/building-a-better-business-bootcamp-3/
LOCATION:NeighborWorks Housing Solutions\, 68 Legion Parkway\, 2nd Floor\, Brockton\, MA\, 02301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tricia White":MAILTO:pwhite@NHSMass.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T110000
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SUMMARY:Small Business Lending: Are you Really Ready for a Loan?
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Financing\n\nSearching for ways to fund your start-up business? Are you a current business owner in need of working capital or new equipment? Not quite sure how to approach the bank for help? Please join us at this workshop presented by Tom Cebula of Westfield Bank\, as he addresses these questions and much more. \nTom will lead an interactive and personalized workshop to help you prepare for the loan application process. As he tailors this workshop to your business\, you will learn how preparation can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and successful credit experience. \nYou will discover the importance of good credit and a strong business plan. Westfield Bank is proud to offer this workshop through MASBDC as both organizations share a strong commitment to the growth of small businesses in our region. \nTopics to be discussed: \n• Five areas of credit that are considered \n• Financial reporting \n• Traditional loan types \n• Nonconventional loans \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Tom Cebula\, Vice President/Commercial Lending Officer\, Westfield Bank Allen Kronick\, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center – Western Regional Office
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/small-business-lending-are-you-really-ready-for-a-loan/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="MSBDC":MAILTO:amfenton@msbdc.umass.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20250115T165209Z
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:Virtual session for established small businesses looking to do business with the Federal Government \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome learn about various topics under the SBA Umbrella: \n\nThe 8(a) certification qualifies your business as eligible to compete for the program’s sole-source and competitive set-aside contracts.\nThe government authorizes sole-source contracts to 8(a) participants for up to $7 million for acquisitions assigned manufacturing North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes and $4.5 million for all other acquisitions\nHow to locate potential Subcontracting Opportunities: You can review the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) https://www.fpds.gov which is the central repository of statistical information on federal contracting.\nWhat it means to get certified\nConnecting with the right resource partner\nGovology and other training opportunities\nSpeaking/Networking with Contracting Officers/Supplier Diversity Officers\nMuch\, much more\n\nTopics are subject to rotation and all will not be included in any one session. \nThese webinars are designed to give the audience an overview of the services offered under Government Contracting.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/government-contracting-101/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Small Business Administration":MAILTO:shelly.gillis@sba.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T170000
DTSTAMP:20250725T151101Z
CREATED:20241202T191932Z
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SUMMARY:Westgate Mall Hosts Blood Donation Drive for The American Red Cross
DESCRIPTION:The need for blood donations continues to be at an all-time high. The American Red Cross has been experiencing the worst blood shortage in over a decade\, and they need your help! Westgate Mall will host a blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross on Thursday\, January 23\, 2025\, from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. Appointments are required\, please schedule at RedCrossBlood.org and enter the sponsor code BROCKTON. For more information visit ShopatWestgateMall.com.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/westgate-mall-hosts-blood-donation-drive-for-the-american-red-cross-2/
LOCATION:Westgate Mall\, 200 Westgate Drive\, Brockton\, MA\, 02301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Westgate Mall":MAILTO:rmcgloin@nedevelopment.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T140000
DTSTAMP:20241218T163147Z
CREATED:20241218T163147Z
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SUMMARY:A Basic QuickBooks Guide for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a small business owner\, chances are you’ve heard about QuickBooks. That’s because QuickBooks is the most popular accounting software on the market. \nIn this webinar\, our expert presenter will explain the basic features of QuickBooks and how to use it to streamline your financial management. Whether you’re new to accounting software or looking to enhance your existing skills\, this webinar provides practical strategies for managing your business finances more effectively. \nLearning objectives: \n\nHow to get started with QuickBooks\nHow to track your sales and expenses\nHow to pull reports\nHow to create invoices
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/a-basic-quickbooks-guide-for-small-business-owners-2/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250127T103000
DTSTAMP:20241220T154947Z
CREATED:20241220T154947Z
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SUMMARY:Using AI for Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what AI can do for your business? AI (Artificial Intelligence) can create new content and ideas\, including conversations\, stories\, images\, videos\, and music. AI can make life easier for a small business owner. \nThis class will help you\, using AI\, create marketing strategies\, compelling content\, and ideas for your business to compete. \nJoin us for coffee and conversation as we discuss: \n\nAI Platforms: Chat GPT\, Gemini\, Copilot\nHow we search and how search is changing\nHow to use AI for the following\n\nCommunication: How do people search for you? What keywords are they using?\nCompetition: In those searches\, is your competition appearing? Are you?\nCustomer Profile: A psychographic of your customer and their expectations.\nContent: Creating outlines for stories and blogs\n\n\n\nClick link to register.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/using-ai-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Metro South Chamber of Commerce\, 60 School Street\, Brockton\, MA\, 02301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tricia White":MAILTO:pwhite@NHSMass.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T140000
DTSTAMP:20241218T163407Z
CREATED:20241218T163407Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Hottest Business Ideas\, Trends & Markets
DESCRIPTION:Don’t get left behind in 2025. If you’re looking to start or expand your business\, staying up to date with the latest business trends is key to your success. \nIn this webinar\, you will discover the latest business trends\, startup ideas and consumer behaviors. Our expert presenter will share insights on how existing businesses can transform their products and services to better reach today’s consumers. \nYou will learn about: \n\nAmerica’s ever-changing demographics\nThe emergence of Gen Z as a powerful consumer force\nThe breakout star of the 2024 holiday shopping season & how that will impact the future of retail\n\nLive attendees will receive the slide deck and a link to this webinar recording.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/2025-hottest-business-ideas-trends-markets/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE":MAILTO:scoresemass@scorevolunteer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T120000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Small Business Taxes
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Tax Planning\n\n\n\nAre you a small business owner seeking to simplify the process of income tax filing? Join us for an engaging and informative workshop\, “Understanding Small Business Taxes\,” designed to empower entrepreneurs like you with essential tax knowledge. \nThis workshop is tailored to help small business owners confidently approach tax season while maximizing their understanding of critical forms and requirements. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your financial management skills in 2024! In this session\, you will: \nExplore the fundamentals of Schedule C (Profit & Loss) to report business income and expenses\, Navigate Schedule SE to calculate your self-employment taxes\, Gain a basic understanding of Form 8829\, which details expenses for business use of your home\, Delayed requirement for reporting digital transactions over $600 to IRS (Venmo and Zelle)\, and New reporting requirement for small business loans (data collection). \n\nSpeaker(s): Nancy Gerardi\, Regional Director of the MSBDC Northeast Regional Office.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/understanding-small-business-taxes/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="MSBDC":MAILTO:amfenton@msbdc.umass.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250131T160000
DTSTAMP:20250117T204257Z
CREATED:20241218T171441Z
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SUMMARY:Export Expo 2025
DESCRIPTION:Topic: International Trade \n  \nJoin us for the 15th Annual Export Expo – the state’s largest and most important export event of the year that brings together resources\, training and information for the local exporting community.\n \nThe Massachusetts Export Center’s Export Expo provides a forum for exporters to connect with the wide range of export resources available in Massachusetts while learning about issues that impact their day-to-day operations. \nThe Export Expo is a virtual event that will include an exhibit area featuring government\, non-profit and private sector service providers serving the export community. The Export Expo will feature a lineup of workshops\, panel discussions and special addresses on a wide variety of export-related topics. \n\nThis year’s Export Expo will focus on current and imminent developments in our international trade environment\, including the impact of the presidential election\, geopolitical landscape\, policy\, regulation and enforcement on global trade operations. Critical issues such as export control and economic sanctions policy\, potential implementation of widespread tariffs\, escalating regulatory enforcement and more will be addressed\, with a focus on helping companies to remain nimble while navigating and responding to a dynamic and increasingly complex global trade environment. \nOpening Speaker – Thursday\, January 30\n\nKevin Wolf\, Partner\nAkin\, Gump\, Strauss\, Hauer & Feld LLP\n\nFormer Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Export Administration (Obama Administration)\n\nMr. Wolf will provide an update on major export control developments and trends over the past year. \nOpening Speaker – Friday\, January 31\n\nRichard Ashooh\, Corporate Vice President\, Global Trade & Government Affairs\nLam Research Corporation\n\nFormer Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Export Administration (Trump Administration)\n\nMr. Ashooh will discuss the outlook for export control and economic sanctions policy amid the backdrop of our geopolitical landscape and presidential transition.    \nThe Export Expo will feature influential guest speakers and opportunities to connect with experts to answer your specific export questions. We hope that you will join us for the same timely and important international trade content in a convenient virtual format! Our virtual platform will provide opportunities for networking and allow participants to view all of the conference’s content\, so you won’t miss a thing! Speakers and content to be announced soon. \nSponsorship opportunities available. Click here to access information on the 2025 Export Expo Sponsorship Package. Click here to view our 2024 Export Expo Recap Video.
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/export-expo-2025/
LOCATION:This is a virtual event\, This is a virtual event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Export Center":MAILTO:training@massexport.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250130T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250130T133000
DTSTAMP:20250130T142156Z
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SUMMARY:Good Day Metro South: Easton Edition
DESCRIPTION:Good Day Metro South: Easton Edition\n  \nThe Chamber will hold a luncheon at the Martin Institute on the beautiful historic campus of Stonehill College on Thursday\, January 30th\, 2025 from 11:45am-1:30pm. The luncheon will include guest speaker\, Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio; a New Faces Panel featuring an interview with Stonehill’s new dean of the Meehan School of Business\, John Duggan\, JD\, new Brockton Rox general manager\, Shawn Reilly\, and President & CEO at House of Possibilities\, Katie Terino; and finally\, an Easton economic development panel in recognition of Easton’s 300th anniversary featuring Easton Select Board Chair Dottie Fulginiti\, Easton Town Administrator Connor Read\, and new Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD) Southeast Regional Director Jennifer Menard! Visit easton300.org to learn more about the history of Easton and upcoming celebrations for the tricentennial. This event is hosted by Stonehill College. \n\nAbout the Keynote Speaker\n  \nAuditor Diana DiZoglio is the 26th Auditor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  She was sworn into her first term on January 18\, 2023. She is committed to help move Massachusetts forward by working to increase transparency and accountability in state government. Auditor DiZoglio is a former State Senator (1st Essex District)\, State Representative (14th Essex District)\, and chief of staff to the president of the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts. Her decade-long service on Beacon Hill has provided her with the insight and fortitude to work alongside elected officials\, labor\, community advocates\, stakeholders and everyday working people throughout the Commonwealth’s cities and towns. Her humble beginnings\, non-profit work and labor experience helped her nurture\, cultivate\, and develop relationships with a diverse expanse of people. Auditor DiZoglio began her public service in state government in 2013\, serving as a state representative for the 14th Essex district\, which includes portions of North Andover\, Methuen\, Lawrence and Haverhill. She is a graduate of Wellesley College and Middlesex Community College. She is a resident of Methuen\, where she grew up. Learn more about the Diana and the Office of the State Auditor at mass.gov/orgs/office-of-the-state-auditor \n\nNew Faces Panel\n  \n \nJohn B. Duggan\, J.D.\, was appointed as Dean of the Leo J. Meehan School of Business in April 2024. John came to Stonehill in 2014 and has served the institution in various roles\, including teaching fellow of business\, assistant professor and associate professor of business law\, chair of the Department of Business Administration\, vice president of the Faculty Senate\, and interim dean of the Leo J. Meehan School of Business. \nHe worked collaboratively on the College’s path to reaccreditation with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International in 2017 and 2022. This distinction ranks the College among an elite crop of institutions making up less than six percent of the world’s business schools. He holds a B.A. in political science and philosophy from Assumption College and a J.D. from Suffolk University School of Law. \nDuggan’s background in the legal field includes advising clients on business formation and estate planning as well as pro-bono legal services for non-profit organizations. He currently holds memberships with the Massachusetts Bar Association\, the Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts\, the North Atlantic Regional Business Law Association and the Academy of Legal Studies in Business. His scholarship has appeared in Business Law Review. Visit stonehill.edu/news/details/stonehill-college-appoints-new-dean-of-the-meehan-school to learn more. \nShawn Reilly was recently announced as the new general manager of the Brockton Rox! A native of Niagara Falls\, NY\, Shawn serves as the President of the New York Boulders in the Frontier League. A co-founder of the team in 2011\, Reilly played an instrumental role in designing Clover Stadium\, the Boulders’ home ballpark\, which is widely regarded as one of the finest in independent professional baseball. Under his leadership\, the team was recognized as the CanAm League’s Organization of the Year in both 2013 and 2014\, and they went on to win the CanAm League Championship in 2014. \nBefore his work with the Boulders\, Reilly was Executive Vice President at Core Communities in Port St. Lucie\, Florida\, where he helped develop the master-planned communities of St. Lucie West and Tradition. These developments\, which became two of the fastest-growing communities in America during his tenure\, played a pivotal role in Port St. Lucie’s rapid growth. In fact\, in 2024\, the city was ranked the 5th fastest-growing in the U.S. by the U.S. Census Bureau. \nReilly’s career in professional sports began as the General Manager of the Niagara Falls Rapids and then the Jamestown Jammers (Detroit Tigers Class A affiliates) of the New York-Penn League. He later moved to Port St. Lucie to oversee the Thomas J. White Stadium Sports Complex\, the spring training home of the New York Mets before joining Core Communities. He is an avid Buffalo Bills fan and a member of USA Hockey. Learn more here. \nPresident & CEO Katie Terino is an innovator\, a doer\, and a proactive communicator with a problem-solving mindset and a deep dedication to building an inclusive\, supportive community for individuals with disabilities and their families. Her depth and breadth of experience infuses every aspect of her work at HOPe: She previously spent a decade in school administration\, at organizations ranging from a small start-up elementary school to major universities\, spanning areas from program development to marketing and fundraising to technology. Katie has also served on five nonprofit boards\, including HOPe’s. She loves working with others who strive to understand the pain points for individuals and families who use disability services and identify unique and inspiring ways to solve them. Visit www.houseofpossibilities.org/katie-terino to learn more. \n  \nEaston Economic Development Panel\n  \n \nDottie Fulginiti\, Chair of the Easton Select Board\, has dedicated over twelve years to serving the community. She plays a key role in strategically planning for economic growth in Easton’s targeted areas. Dottie’s leadership extends to numerous other initiatives\, including her involvement with the Bristol County Advisory Board\, Brockton Area Transit (BAT) Advisory Committee\, Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA) Policy Team\, and Easton Shovel Town Cultural District Management team. \nIn her professional capacity\, Dottie is Vice President of Community Investment for the South Region at MassDevelopment\, where she helps foster economic development across the region. Prior to joining MassDevelopment\, Dottie worked with the Old Colony Planning Council as an Economic Recovery Planner and with the Massachusetts Smart Growth Alliance as Director of Local Leadership. Learn more at www.easton.ma.us. \n  \nConnor Read has been with the Town of Easton since January 2012. Originally working in the Select Board’s Office as Citizen Business Advocate\, Connor was appointed Assistant Town Administrator in July 2015. During his tenure as Assistant Town Administrator\, he served as Acting Town Clerk from November 2016 through February 2017 and then Acting Town Administrator from January through September 2017 before being appointed as the Town Administrator. In addition to serving the Select Board and Human Resources Board as staff liaison\, he is a committee member on Easton’s School Planning Committee and Budget Subcommittee. \nConnor holds a Masters of Public Administration from Bridgewater State University and a Bachelors of Arts in Political Science from the University of Massachusetts. He is designated a Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Officer Associate by the Inspector General\, and a Distinguished Alumni Award recipient from the UMass Dartmouth Political Science Department. \nIn addition to his role in Easton\, Connor serves on the Commonwealth’s PFAS Inter-agency Task Force and the Massachusetts Municipal Association Fiscal Policy Committee. He is member to numerous professional associations including the MMA\, IMCA\, and Massachusetts Municipal Managers Association\, on which he currently serves on the Diversity and Inclusion Committee and the Police/Fire Chief & Managers Committee and previously served as Co-Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee and a member of the Future Managers Committee. Beyond his professional associations\, Connor is a member of the Bridgewater State University MPA Advisory Board and the Boston chapter of Mensa. Prior to his career in Easton\, Connor worked in mental health care advocacy. Learn more at www.easton.ma.us. \nJennifer Menard is the Regional Director for the Southeast Region at the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD) which covers all of Barnstable County\, and a portion of both Plymouth and Bristol Counties. She connects businesses with resources to support growth and economic development. Previously\, Jennifer was Vice President of Economic & Business Development at Bristol Community College\, where she advanced offshore wind initiatives\, workforce training\, and diversity programs. With over 15 years of experience in economic development\, she has led regional business recruitment efforts and played a key role in developing the Massachusetts offshore wind sector. Jennifer holds a BA from UMass Amherst in Fine Arts / Communications and an MPA from UMass Boston. Learn more at www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-office-of-business-development. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nMember price: $39\nNon-member price: $49 \n 
URL:https://metrosouthchamber.com/event/good-day-metro-south-jan-2025/
LOCATION:Martin Institute @ Stonehill College\, 320 Washington Street\, Easton\, MA\, 02357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,SBAWeb Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah McGuire":MAILTO:events@metrosouthchamber.com
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