Florida SBDC at UWF

Turn your entrepreneurial dreams into a reality! 🌟 Join the Florida SBDC at UWF for our upcoming Starting a Business workshop right here in Pensacola. Whether you are trying to figure out licensing, choosing a legal structure, or navigating the local market demands, this session provides a clear, actionable roadmap to launch your venture with confidence. By attending, you’ll connect with professional consultants and a network of local peers dedicated to building a thriving economy. Don't take the journey alone!
📅 Tuesday, July 14, 2026
🕒 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT
📍 Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce (CO:LAB Bldg, 4th Floor)
Secure your seat today and take the first definitive step toward becoming your own boss.
Register now by clicking our link in bio and selecting the workshops button! 🔗👇

Turn your passion for childcare into a professional home-based business! 🧸✨ Join the Florida SBDC at UWF for an essential workshop sponsored by Regions Bankdesigned to help you navigate the specialized requirements of the childcare industry.

This session provides a clear roadmap for:
✅ Navigating state licensing and local regulations.
✅ Understanding legal structures and market demands.
✅ Building business foundations for a successful company.

Don't let the paperwork hold you back—gain the specific tools and confidence needed to launch your venture successfully!

📅 Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT
📍 Location: Early Learning Coalition of Escambia County (1720 W Fairfield Dr, Suite 400, Pensacola, FL)
🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/june-childcare

Ready to map out your path to small business funding excellence? 🗺️💼 Securing the capital you need shouldn’t feel like a maze. Join the Florida SBDC at UWF for "A Roadmap to Small Business Funding" and discover actionable pathways to secure the financial foundation your business needs to thrive!

Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur looking to expand or just beginning your startup journey, this session provides the critical insights you need.

💡 What we'll cover:

Navigating loans, grants, and traditional financing

What lenders are actually looking for in a business plan

Accessing no-cost professional consulting to build your financial strategy

💻 Format: Virtual Webinar (Learn from anywhere!)
📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026
🕒 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM CT

Don't let lack of capital hold your vision back. Secure your spot today! Click the link in our bio and selecting the workshops button to register! 🔗👇

Stop dreaming and start doing by joining the Starting a Business workshop in Gulf Breeze on June 9th. This three-hour deep dive hosted by the Florida SBDC at UWF is designed to provide the roadmap you need for a thriving startup. All attendees get access to free one-on-one business consulting after the event to help finalize business plans and operational strategies.
Register for this workshop taking place at the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce on June 9th at 9 AM! tinyurl.com/gulfbreeze-sab

Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? 🚀 Join the Florida SBDC at UWF for our Starting a Business workshop in Destin! This intensive session provides a clear roadmap for navigating the entrepreneurial landscape, covering everything from legal structures and licensing to local market demands. By attending, you'll connect with professional consultants and a network of peers dedicated to building a thriving local economy. Plus, all attendees gain access to no-cost, one-on-one consulting to help build a custom business plan!
📅 Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT
📍 Location: Destin Chamber of Commerce, 4484 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL
🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/sab-destin

Turn your passion for childcare into a professional home-based business! 🧸✨ Join the Florida SBDC at UWF for an essential workshop sponsored by Regions Bank designed to help you navigate the specialized requirements of the childcare industry.

This session provides a clear roadmap for:
✅ Navigating state licensing and local regulations.
✅ Understanding legal structures and market demands.
✅ Building business foundations for a successful company.

Don't let the paperwork hold you back—gain the specific tools and confidence needed to launch your venture successfully!

📅 Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT
📍 Location: Early Learning Coalition of Escambia County (1720 W Fairfield Dr, Suite 400, Pensacola, FL)
🔗 Register: Click the link in our bio and select the "Workshops" button!

Fueling your business growth requires the right financial resources! 📈 All entrepreneurs are invited to join the Florida SBDC at UWF for a FREE Connect to Capital event on June 10.

Hosted online via Webinar, this session is entirely focused on helping you secure the loans, grants, and vital financing needed to scale your operations. Don't miss this chance to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey with expert guidance!

📅 Date: Thursday, June 10, 2026

🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM CT

📍 Location: Webinar

🔗 Register: Click the link in our bio and select the workshops button!

Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? 🚀 Join the Florida SBDC at UWF for our Starting a Business workshop in Marianna! This intensive session provides a clear roadmap for navigating the entrepreneurial landscape, covering everything from legal structures and licensing to local market demands.

By attending, you'll connect with professional consultants and a network of peers dedicated to building a thriving local economy. Plus, all attendees gain access to no-cost, one-on-one consulting to help build a custom business plan!

📅 Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026

🕒 Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT

📍 Location: First Federal Bank, 4215 Lafayette St, Marianna, FL

🔗 Register at no cost, thanks to First Federal Bank: tinyurl.com/sab-zach

Fueling your business growth requires the right financial resources! 📈 All entrepreneurs are invited to join the Florida SBDC at UWF for a FREE Connect to Capital event on June 10.

Hosted online via Zoom, this session is entirely focused on helping you secure the loans, grants, and vital financing needed to scale your operations. Don't miss this chance to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey with expert guidance!

📅 Date: Thursday, June 10, 2026

🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM CT

📍 Location: Webinar

🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/capital-june