Starting a business can be overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what you don’t know.
Whether you’re just starting to brainstorm your idea or ready to turn your passion into a profitable venture, this class will give you a roadmap to success. You’ll learn what you need to start a business in Georgia, from assessing the feasibility of your idea to marketing, finding financing, building a team, and operating legally. You’ll leave with actionable steps, essential tools, and resources to start your business on a strong foundation. Small businesses are the backbone of America; this class will help you start yours.
Determine the feasibility of your business idea using market research and competitive analysis
Estimate start-up expenses for your business and identify requirements for pursuing start-up financing options
Differentiate between different legal structure options for business formation
Identify who you should include on your team when making plans and executing business formation
Navigate the steps to start your business in the State of Georgia
PROGRAM DETAILS
Monday, May 12, 2025 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Cost: $39.00
Webinar
This is a webinar. Upon registration, you will receive your access link via email.Â
PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS
Jessica White
Jessica White is a Business Consultant with UGA SBDC in Macon. Jessica brings her expertise of sales, marketing and technology experience to the SBDC. She has spent 12+ years consulting with small and mid-size businesses throughout the rural areas of middle and South Georgia to the metropolitan territories of Atlanta and Charlotte.
Jessica launched a successful career in radio advertising with Cumulus Media. She expanded into award-winning sales consulting roles, receiving world-class sales training from several Fortune 500 companies, including American Express, Morgan Stanley and Automatic Data Processing. She earned her MBA from Georgia College & State University.
The UGA Small Business Development Center is a Public Service and Outreach unit of the University of Georgia. This program is funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and is supported by federal taxpayer funds. Our federal funding disclosure can be found at www.georgiasbdc.org.
By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations. All programs are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
Hosting Center: UGA Small Business Development Center State Office
Contact cewebinars@georgiasbdc.org or call (706)542-2762
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