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Securing the right funding is one of the biggest challenges new business owners face, and this workshop will help you understand the full landscape of options available. In Simple Steps #5 – Funding Options, you’ll learn how lenders evaluate small businesses, what documents and financials you need to prepare, and how to determine the amount of funding your business truly requires. Whether you’re exploring loans, grants, investors, or bootstrapping, this session will give you a clear roadmap for choosing the best path forward.

Understanding your financial statements is one of the most important skills you can develop as a business owner, and this workshop will show you exactly how to do it with confidence. In this session, you’ll learn how to read and interpret the three core financial statements every business relies on: the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement. Whether you’re planning a startup or already running a business, this workshop will help you understand what your numbers are really telling you—and how to use them to make smarter decisions.

A strong business plan is one of the most important tools an entrepreneur can have — it clarifies your mission, defines your market, and lays out the path from idea to execution. This workshop will walk you through the essential elements of a well-structured plan, including your company overview, products and services, competitive landscape, marketing approach, operations, and financial outlook. You’ll also learn why proper planning dramatically increases your chances of long-term success.

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.