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SUMMARY:Developing a Business Plan with US Bank Webinar
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Free Webinars for MBEs\nTools for Every Stage of Growth \nThe Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC) is proud to partner with the Business Consortium Fund (BCF) to present a free webinar series designed to empower entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. \nDeveloping a Business Plan: Tuesday\, Nov. 4\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \n\nWhether or not you’re pitching to investors or lenders\, starting a business requires a solid plan. A well-crafted business plan provides direction\, helps validate your ideas\, and outlines the steps needed to achieve your goals. It also serves as a roadmap for both short- and long-term growth. \nIf you plan to seek funding—whether from investors or through a business loan—many financial institutions will require a business plan as part of the application process. \nKey Takeaways:\n• Understand the essential components of a business plan\n• Learn how to create a business plan you can use to guide your growth\n• Prepare a plan suitable for sharing with lenders\, investors\, or other stakeholders \nHost: An Phan\, Chief Programs Officer \nAbout our speaker:\nCassandra Kidd\nU.S. Bank | Business Access Advisor | AVP – Central Arkansas \nCassandra boasts 30 years in the banking and finance industry\, most recently working as a branch manager at U.S. Bank before assuming the BAA role. She is a Board member for the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas and a member of the Urban League of the State of Arkansas\, Southwest Little Rock Business & Community Group and Alpha Kappa Alpha. She enjoys volunteering time at P.A.R.K. (Positive Atmosphere Reaches Kids) and Start to Finish Homeless Outreach. Cassandra is passionate about connecting underrepresented business owners to resources\, information\, and capital to grow and scale sustainable businesses. \nJoin the discussion – REGISTER Today! \n\n📅 Don’t miss this opportunity! Register today to gain valuable insights\, connect with financial and business experts\, and access the tools you need to help your business thrive.
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SUMMARY:Marketing in a Digital World with Chase Bank Webinar
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Free Webinars for MBEs\nTools for Every Stage of Growth \nThe Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC) is proud to partner with the Business Consortium Fund (BCF) to present a free webinar series designed to empower entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. In collaboration with experts from Chase Bank and U.S. Bank\, these sessions will explore essential topics—from financing options and growth strategies to digital marketing and business planning tools. \nMarketing in a Digital World: Tuesday\, Oct.7\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \n\nIn this session\, you’ll gain practical tools and expert insights to make informed marketing decisions that drive long-term growth. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n• How to position your business to stand out in a crowded marketplace\n• Strategies to effectively target and engage your core audience\n• Ways to expand your digital reach across websites\, mobile apps\, and social media\n• How to plan\, measure\, and optimize the impact of your digital marketing efforts \nHost: An Phan\, Chief Programs Officer \nAbout our speaker:\nJustin Hurst\, Vice President and Senior Business Consultant with Chase Bank \nJustin started and ran a company that operated internationally for 8 years with a successful exit. He’s been in business banking for more than 10 years working with Small Business Owners and large commercial brand clients\, like Anheuser-Busch and PepsiCo. He lived in Mexico for a few years and speaks fluent Spanish. He resides in Charlotte\, NC. Additionally\, Justin lived abroad in Spain while earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Finance and completed his studies at Cal Poly\, SLO located on California’s beautiful Central Coast. Justin has been a contestant on the show “the Price is Right” and his favorite vacation spots are Jamaica\, Morocco\, Mexico\, and Spain. \nJoin the discussion – REGISTER Today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n💡 Upcoming Webinars \nDeveloping a Business Plan: Tuesday\, Nov. 4\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \n  \n📅 Don’t miss this opportunity! Register today to gain valuable insights\, connect with financial and business experts\, and access the tools you need to help your business thrive. \n 
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/marketing-in-a-digital-world-with-chase-bank-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Corporate Partner,networking,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Navigating Your Cash Flow Webinar
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Free Webinars for MBEs\nTools for Every Stage of Growth \nThe Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC) is proud to partner with the Business Consortium Fund (BCF) to present a free webinar series designed to empower entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. In collaboration with experts from Chase Bank and U.S. Bank\, these sessions will explore essential topics—from financing options and growth strategies to digital marketing and business planning tools. \nThe first webinar will be: Navigating Your Cash Flow: Wednesday\, Sept. 10\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \nIn this session\, you’ll gain practical tools and expert insights to help you make informed financial decisions that promote long-term growth. \nWhat we will cover:\n• Balancing cash flow and applying best practices to your business.\n• Visualizing cash inflows and outflows throughout the year to identify areas for improvement.\n• Analyzing inventory and vendor relationships to reduce unnecessary expenses.\n• Effective customer communication to streamline payment collection and expand your customer base.\n• Managing slow sales cycles and adapting to fluctuations in revenue. \nHost: An Phan\, Chief Programs Officer \nAbout our speaker:\nJustin Hurst\, Vice President and Senior Business Consultant with Chase Bank \nJustin started and ran a company that operated internationally for 8 years with a successful exit. He’s been in business banking for more than 10 years working with Small Business Owners and large commercial brand clients\, like Anheuser-Busch and PepsiCo. He lived in Mexico for a few years and speaks fluent Spanish. He resides in Charlotte\, NC. Additionally\, Justin lived abroad in Spain while earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Finance and completed his studies at Cal Poly\, SLO located on California’s beautiful Central Coast. Justin has been a contestant on the show “the Price is Right” and his favorite vacation spots are Jamaica\, Morocco\, Mexico\, and Spain. \nJoin the discussion – REGISTER Today! \n💡 Upcoming Webinars \nHow Can I Get a Business Loan with BCF? Tuesday\, Sept. 16\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \nMarketing in a Digital World: Tuesday\, Oct.7\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \nDeveloping a Business Plan: Tuesday\, Nov. 4\, 2025\, 3:00 PM ET \n  \n📅 Don’t miss this opportunity! Register today to gain valuable insights\, connect with financial and business experts\, and access the tools you need to help your business thrive. \n 
URL:https://cvmsdc.org/council-event/navigating-your-cash-flow-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Corporate Partner,networking,Webinar
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