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The SBDC at USF region spans a 10-county area providing free, one-on-one consulting and offering more than 300 entrepreneurial programs each year. Its Certified Business Analysts are specialized in industry-specific sectors to help small businesses make sound decisions in a complex and ever-changing marketplace.

Sign-up for a workshop  in Hillsborough or browse our other counties at http://www.sbdctampabay.com/

Women/Minority & Service-Disabled Veteran Certification, Tuesday, July 05, 2011

Where: SBDC at the University of South Florida, Tampa Port Authority Building, Tampa

When: Tuesday, July 05, 2011 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Learn how to fill out the State of Florida Certification application and discover opportunities available for women, minority, and service-disabled veteran owned firms in both the government and private sectors.

Basic Government Contracting 101, Wednesday, July 06, 2011

Where: SBDC at the University of South Florida, Tampa Port Authority Building, Tampa

When: Wednesday, July 06, 2011 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Ready.Set.Sell to the Federal Government! This workshop will provide information on registering with the Federal Government, how to locate federal opportunities, who to market to within the federal government, and so much more!

Starting Your Business, Thursday, July 07, 2011

Where: SBDC at the University of South Florida, Tampa Port Authority Building, Tampa

When: Thursday, July 07, 2011 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Find out what kind of licenses you need, how to market your business, and why you need a business plan.

Understanding SBA  Loans, Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Where: SBDC at the University of South Florida, Tampa Port Authority Building, Tampa

When: Tuesday, July 12, 2011 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Don’t give up, loans are coming. The Small Business Administration (SBA) has received $730 million in stimulus funds to offer up to 90% loan guarantees, eliminate some fees, and provide new programs to specifically reach small businesses seeking credit in the current economy. Discover how these new incentives may help your firm today, find out which banks are making loans, and hear detailed program insights from a 30-year banking veteran.

Basic Bookkeeping, Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Where: SBDC at the University of South Florida, Tampa Port Authority Building, Tampa

When: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Learn how to classify/record basic business transactions and how to enter data into an account or register. Learn about charts of accounts and other basic accounting terms. Topics include: overview of accounting software, analysis of records and reports that are created, and what you must hold onto for tax compliance.

Marketing Works, Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Where: SBDC at the University of South Florida, Tampa Port Authority Building, Tampa

When: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Is it working for you? Everything you do communicates something about your business. Learn how to craft the right message to the right audience. Discover strategies to win customers. Skillfully promote your business. Leave ready to face the competition.

International Trade Basics, Thursday, July 14, 2011

Where: SBDC at the University of South Florida, Tampa Port Authority Building, Tampa

When: Thursday, July 14, 2011 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Small business plays a big role internationally and this seminar will help your firm establish a foundation, find a starting point and identify the fundamentals. By providing a broad overview of the trade arena, with a special emphasis on importing, you will be able to formulate a strategy, understand how to develop a viable trade plan and support your effort through readily accessible resources.

Call (813) 905-5800 for more info or visit www.SBDCtampabay.com

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