UGA SBDC at University of West Georgia

👀 Perks might catch attention, but they are not what keeps great employees around.

Join us on July 9 for our upcoming webinar, Pizza is a Perk - Not a Strategy, and learn how to build the systems, culture and management practices that actually drive employee engagement and retention.

Invest in the strategy behind a stronger team. 🔗 Register: https://ugasbdc.training/columbus/0815-002

Are you ready to turn the key and unlock the capital your business needs to thrive? 🔐
Join us for the hands-on Unlocking Capital: An Owner’s Guide to Funding a Small Business workshop, where we will walk you through the different types of capital. Leave this course with the ability to think like a lender and ensure your business is lender-ready! Register now https://ugasbdc.training/uwg/0649-044
Program Details:
Date & Time: August 11, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location: UWG Newnan Campus
Registration Fee: No-Cost Program!
Program Partners: Georgia Department of Community Affairs and Momentus Capital

Join the Columbus office for their webinar, Improved Planning = Improved Profit, and learn how strategic planning can help your business increase sales, strengthen retention and uncover new opportunities for growth. Register: https://ugasbdc.training/columbus/0835-001
Program details:
Date & Time: Tuesday, June 23 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Format: Live Webinar
Cost: $29

With guidance from the UGA SBDC, a Warner Robins entrepreneur scaled her communications agency, expanded into new product lines, and won major government contracts. Read the full story ➡️ https://georgiasbdc.org/the-miner-agency/

Today, we honor and remember those who gave their lives for our country. In recognition of Memorial Day, our office will be closed today. We will be back to serving small businesses tomorrow, May 26.

From a home garage startup to a global exporter, Winton Machine’s journey is a testament to resilience and smart growth. Watch how UGA SBDC support helped them expand into more than 17 countries and navigate key milestones along the way. Watch the full story 🔗 https://georgiasbdc.org/winton-machine/

Start strong, 💪 join us for our SBDC StartSmart Virtual Series that kicks off July 14! Every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for four weeks, learn virtually from our team of business experts from across the state. Our subject matter experts will guide you through operations, marketing, financial analysis and more!
Register today 🔗 https://ugasbdc.training/sta/0516-011
Program Details:
Date & Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 14-August 6, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Format: Webinar
Registration Fee: $99
Thank you to Wells Fargo for their generous support of this program!

SAVE THE DATE: Are you ready to turn the key and unlock the capital your business needs to thrive? 🔐
Join us for the hands-on Unlocking Capital: An Owner’s Guide to Funding a Small Business workshop, where we will walk you through the different types of capital. Leave this course with the ability to think like a lender and ensure your business is lender-ready! Register now 🔗 https://ugasbdc.training/uwg/0649-044
Program Details:
Date & Time: August 11, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location: UWG Newnan Campus
Registration Fee: No-Cost Program!
Program Partners: Georgia Department of Community Affairs and Momentus Capital

TOMORROW: 🤖 Level up your marketing with AI! This AI for Marketing: A Small Business Superpower 2.0 class will show you how to use today’s top tools to define target markets, build buyer personas, create content and improve your online visibility. Learn how to make AI work for your business and stay ahead of the curve. Register today! https://ugasbdc.training/uwg/0834-001
Program Details:
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Douglas County Chamber of Commerce
Registration fee: $39
Program Partner: Douglas County Chamber