All Small Business Academy Sessions are held in the hotel. Welcome Session begins in the Serenity Room. Wednesday Dec. 12 7:30AM - 1PM We know that a small business owner's time is precious and investing time to attend a conference has to deliver real value to justify being away from your business. Over the years, the education and training at the Small Business Academy have been refined based on feedback from small business owners just like yourself. The Small Business Academy is now designed for both startups and existing businesses. After an opening session, two educational workshop tracks are now offered. One for startups and newer companies. The other track for established companies trying to overcome barriers to growth. Following the workshops, small round table groups (8-10 people) are offered to discuss specific topics related to starting or growing a business. Each table has an expert to provide insights and facilitate peer-to-peer sharing between round table participants. In just a half day you can:
Best of all, the event is FREE to attend plus free parking at the Potawatomi Hotel and Conference Center in Milwaukee. Event Agenda 7:30 AM Registration, Breakfast, Networking - Serenity Room 8:00 AM Welcome Session - Serenity Room 8:45 AM Loan and Funding Workshop Panel - Serenity Room 9:10 AM Small Business Market Research Tools - Finding Your Market - Serenity Room 9:30 AM Choice of Breakout Workshops 11:00 AM Roundtable Discussions - 2nd Session (Prosperity and Inspire Rooms) 11:30 AM Industry Roundtables (Inspire Room) Noon - 1 PM Small Business Resource Fair Remains Open 1:00 PM Adjourn ** Important Note: Lunch is NOT included with the Small Business Academy registration. Attendees may purchase food at the food court located in the Potawatomi Conference Center. Ask a volunteer for directions. |
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