Business As Unusual During the Global Pandemic

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As entrepreneurs deal with industry shutdowns, quarantines and fewer customers, “business as usual” takes on an entirely new meaning during the global pandemic.

Being a small business owner can often feel lonely, carrying the weight of the world, clients and employees on their shoulders. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) want one message to ring clear for businesses figuring out a pivot plan: you are not alone.

Learn more how a pivot plan is critical for Alaska small business survival.

Join Me May 28th at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

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To celebrate World Trade Month, please join me at the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) International Trade Center (ITC) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Thursday, May 28th where I will be giving a presentation, “Go Global in the Digital Age: Taking on the International Market” from 12-2 p.m.

Registration is required and seating is limited. The cost is only $15 per person. To register, email International-Trade-Center@siue.edu or access siue.edu/business/itc to download a registration form.

See you there!

International Trade Just Got Easier in Georgia

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If you are located in Georgia (U.S.A.), it's your lucky day. Free expert advice -- yes you read that right, FREE -- is available for the small business owner through the University of Georgia's Small Business Development Center in Gwinnett.

Their focus is in three major training areas: consulting, management training and research analysis.

Sampling of what they can do for you under the Management Training area:

ExportGA is a program offered to those businesses that are ready to expand into international markets. Additionally, the SBDC offers online classes through SmallBizU.

Learn more here.

Go to University of Georgia's Gwinnett Small Business Development Center or pick up the phone and call them at 678-985-6820.