MWSBE Academies are a series of trainings and workshops for local businesses. They are a valuable resource for firms that want to bolster their business profile and tackle larger projects with confidence. Participating companies have the opportunity to network with other businesses, learn about new opportunities, and gain the skills & knowledge they need to grow their enterprise.
Be sure to mark your calendars for the upcoming Academies listed below. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to gain valuable insights, acquire new skills, and propel your business to greater heights!
April 8, 2024 – Artificial Intelligence for Business
with Ja’Baree Allen of Business Automation Pros.
September 9, 2024 – Business Financing (Register now)
with FAMU SBDC, the Northwest Florida Black Business Investment Corporation, and Apalachee Regional Planning Council
September 23, 2024 – Workforce Options
with Tallahassee State College, Lively, and CareerSource Capital Region
October 21, 2024 – DBE Certification
with the OEV Team.
November 4, 2024 – SizeUp OEV and IBIS World
learn about business analytic tools with the OEV Team.
November 18, 2024 – Marketing
TBD – Bid Estimating
with RS Means
Small businesses are more than the storefronts and services that shape the daily experiences of residents across Tallahassee-Leon County; they are a critical foundation of our regional economy. Each year, OEV’s Love Your Local campaign highlights the essential role these businesses play and encourages our community to recognize the value of supporting locally owned enterprises. […]
Celebrate and support the unique businesses that make Tallahassee-Leon County thrive. The Office of Economic Vitality (OEV) is inviting local business owners across Tallahassee-Leon County to participate in the 2025 Love Your Local campaign. This community initiative highlights the small businesses that define the heart and character of our community. Launched in 2018, Love Your […]