Craven Community College’s Small Business Center (SBC) is looking for local business professionals interested in serving as speakers for small business educational events scheduled throughout the year. This opportunity can be in-kind service or contracted.
“This is an excellent opportunity for local professionals to engage our business community and help small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs to succeed in Craven County,” said Dr. Jeff Wilke, SBC director.
Topics include:
- How to Start a Small Business
- How to Find Your Customers
- How to Write a Business Plan
- Insurance for Your Small Business
- Human Resource Management for Small Businesses
- Financing Your Small Business
- Marketing Your Small Business
- Accounting and Basic Bookkeeping
- Small Business Taxes
- How to Prepare for a Small Business Loan
- Website Management for Small Businesses
- Legal Considerations for Small Businesses
- Strategic Management for Small Businesses
- Sources of Small Business Capital
In addition, the SBC is looking to fill a 29-hour Business Analyst/Trainer position.
“This position provides services to the county’s entrepreneurial community within guidelines established by the NC Small Business Network,” added Wilke. “You will have the opportunity to work with local startups, agencies, small businesses, or even freelancers.”
Anyone interested in these opportunities should submit a cover letter of interest, resume, or vita to: Precious Johnson, SBC Administrative Assistant. Please indicate “SBC Speaker” in the subject line. To learn more about the SBC, visit our website.
By Holly Desrosier