Florida SBDC at FAU

What a great evening at the Pre-Venture Workshop hosted by Office Evolution Coral Springs!

Attendees explored the essential steps to starting a business in Florida, including business planning, selecting a legal structure, obtaining licenses, filing taxes, securing insurance, managing cash flow, and accessing capital. The session also highlighted Florida-specific considerations, including seasonal demand planning, hurricane preparedness, and community-focused growth strategies. Participants learned about valuable local resources, including the Creation Station at Main Library and the no-cost consulting services available through the Florida SBDC at Florida Atlantic.

A special thank you to Office Evolution Coral Springs for providing an outstanding space for entrepreneurs, innovators, and future business owners to connect, learn, and take the next step in their business journey.

South Florida entrepreneurs, this is a space worth checking out!

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What an incredible launch for the SBDC at FAU Pre-Venture & Early Stage Workshops!

We were thrilled to welcome nearly 80 attendees for this exciting kickoff designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners as they begin building and growing their ventures.

A special thank you to the FAU Entrepreneurship Institute for its collaboration and partnership in making this initiative possible. Together, we’re creating more opportunities for innovation, education, and entrepreneurial success across our community.

There couldn’t have been a more fitting time to launch this series than during , a celebration of the entrepreneurs, dreamers, and business builders who drive our economy forward.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. This is just the beginning!

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Join South Florida manufacturers, exporters, and business leaders for the Smart Manufacturing Grid Breakfast at Florida Atlantic University. Hear expert insights on trade, legal updates, finance, freight, and the impact of AI in business from an outstanding lineup of regional leaders.

📅 June 4, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
📍 Florida Atlantic University Fort Lauderdale

Register today: tinyurl.com/businessgrid

Happy National Small Business Week!

The SBDC at Florida Atlantic University is proud to support entrepreneurs and small businesses through no-cost consulting, training and business resources designed to help companies launch and grow.

Join us as we celebrate the small businesses strengthening our community ALL MONTH long.

https://www.fau.edu/broward/images/smallbusinessweekflyer26v2.pdf

Missed it the first time? Catch the replay.

Join us for a panel on data-driven decision-making and learn how to use your business data to guide smarter, more strategic moves. From key metrics to growth readiness, this session covers what lenders and investors want to see.

This replay follows our Early Stage Orientation, giving you the perfect one-two combination to first build your foundation, then learn how to grow with data.

📅 Tuesday, May 5
⏰ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Register for Early Stage here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/early-stage-business-5a1eVOESPJZ/overview

This year marks a major milestone for our network; 50 years of serving Florida’s small business community! Since 1976, we’ve helped provide entrepreneurs with the tools, expertise, and guidance needed to succeed.

🎉 Explore our history & impact at https://lnkd.in/e2twQdwM

Join us today! RSVP link is still open until 1:00.

Make smarter business decisions with data. 📊

Join the Town and the Small Business Development Center for an upcoming virtual workshop focused on Data-Driven Decision Making—designed for both startups and growing businesses.

🔍 What you’ll learn:
✔️ How to plan and assess your business using real data
✔️ Strategies to support growth and expansion
✔️ What lenders look for—and how data strengthens your case

📅 Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 2 – 3:30 p.m.
💻 Location: Virtual

Why it matters: The businesses that succeed today aren’t guessing—they’re using data to guide every move.

📣 Spots are limited—secure yours today!
https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/data-driven-decision-making-virtual-panel-discussion-5a1eVODRchd/overview

Join the Florida SBDC at FAU for a conversation on turning your business data into smarter decisions.

Ready to take your business to the next level? 🚀

Don’t miss this upcoming Data-Driven Decision Making workshop hosted by the Town and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Florida Atlantic University. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, this session will help you make informed decisions that drive results.

Topics include:
✔️ Planning & performance tracking
✔️ Growth and expansion strategies
✔️ Lender readiness and financial positioning

📅 Thursday, March 26, 2026
⏰ 2 – 3:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual Event

📣 Spots are limited—secure yours today!
https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/data-driven-decision-making-virtual-panel-discussion-5a1eVODRchd/overview

!Florida APEX Accelerator is hiring a Government Contracts and Business Growth Specialist! Help small businesses grow by guiding them through government contracting opportunities.

Apply now: https://fau.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/FAU/job/Government-Contracts-and-Business-Growth-Specialist_REQ21511

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