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MWSBE Academies: Rise & Thrive Business Series

08/06/2024
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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

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