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Kickstart your entrepreneurial journey with Simple Steps #1 – Startup Basics, the first workshop in SCORE’s signature five-part series designed to help new and aspiring business owners build a strong foundation. This session introduces the realities of entrepreneurship, the critical factors that influence success, and the essential steps every founder should take before launching. Whether you’re refining an idea or exploring business ownership for the first time, this workshop will give you the clarity and confidence to move forward.

Join us for an informative Budgeting and Cash Flow Management Workshop designed to help small business owners strengthen their financial foundation and make more confident financial decisions. This session will focus on key topics such as creating and managing a business budget, understanding cash flow, tracking expenses, planning for slow seasons, and improving overall financial organization.

Join us for the SBED Small Business Pop-Up Shop, a fun-filled community event dedicated to celebrating and supporting local small businesses in Guilford County. Spend the day exploring unique products and services from up to 20 local vendors, enjoying delicious food truck favorites, networking with entrepreneurs, and experiencing an exciting, family-friendly atmosphere filled with community connections and local talent.

The Guilford County Purchasing Department is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide floor maintenance services for multiple Guilford County Locations as outlined below. The County invites all interested and qualified firms who meet the requirements below to submit a response to this RFP. Guilford County reserves the right to award all locations to one Provider or per location(s) to multiple Providers.

Join the Guilford County Small Business & Entrepreneurship Department (SBED) for an engaging and informative Coffee & Conversations session designed to connect, inspire, and empower local entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Hybrid Info Session – May 7th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Interested in showcasing your business at the SBED Small Business Pop-Up on July 18th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM? Join us for our Hybrid Info Session on May 7th from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, offered in person at the Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship or virtually from anywhere!

Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the way service-based businesses capture leads, engage customers, and increase revenue—without increasing overhead. From Missed Calls to Money Calls is a hands-on workshop designed to show business owners how AI-powered tools can instantly respond to inquiries, book jobs, and streamline communication so no opportunity slips through the cracks.

Looking to position your business for state contracting opportunities? Join the Guilford County Small Business & Entrepreneurship Department (SBED) and All For 1 Inclusion Innovators, LLC for an upcoming HUB Certification Workshop on April 28th | 12–1 PM | Virtual via Microsoft Teams.

During this session, participants will:

Join us for the Guilford Gains Launch Event, an exciting opportunity to learn about a new capital access program designed to help small businesses in Guilford County grow and scale. This event will feature an engaging panel discussion highlighting valuable small business resources, along with opportunities to connect with local entrepreneurs, partners, and resource providers.

Celebrate culture, community, and freedom at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Triad Farmers Market! Join us on Friday, June 19, from 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Hayes-Taylor Memorial YMCA (2630 E. Florida St., Greensboro, NC) for a vibrant, family-friendly event honoring the significance of Juneteenth.