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SUMMARY:Franchising 101: Starting a Business Through a Franchise
DESCRIPTION:What does it take to be a successful franchise owner in Virginia? \nWhether you are interested in operating a full-time business\, being a semi-absentee investor\, or having a highly profitable summer business\, learn what to look for in a franchise\, which franchises do well (and don’t do well) in our region\, and state and local regulations to be aware of before signing a franchise agreement. There will also be information about franchise trends and opportunities. \nBy registering for this seminar\, you grant Virginia SBDC permission to share your name and email address with the speaker. \nA confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration – a day before before the event – please be on the lookout for it.\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Heather Rosen\, President of FranNet of Virginia and D.C. \nCo-Sponsor(s): FranNet of Virginia and DC\, a franchise advisory and development services firm with 50+ offices in North America \nREGISTER
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SUMMARY:Building the Foundation for Your New Business
DESCRIPTION:Some of the most popular reasons to start a business include-having a unique business idea\, designing a career that has the flexibility to grow with you\, working toward financial independence\, and investing in yourself. Prepare to start a successful business: Evaluate your entrepreneurial abilities Marketing strategies Financial resources Legal form of organization Tips to prepare & present your business plan Cybersecurity Tips Not every small business is positioned for success\, so you may be in for a real challenge when you decide to take the plunge\, ditch your day job\, and become a business owner. The stage is often set in the beginning\, so make sure you start with a strong foundation. \nSpeaker(s): Presented and taught by Michael Scales\, Longwood SBDC Business Analyst \nCo-Sponsor(s): Longwood SBDC\, George Mason University\, Virginia Small Business Development Center\, U.S. Small Business Administration\, PHCC\, GoVA \nREGISTER
URL:https://cvsbdc.org/events/building-the-foundation-for-your-new-business-3/
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