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
Friday, April 11, 2025 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cost: $39.00
Roy Richards Sr. Hall
105 Aycock Dr
Carrollton, GA
30118
PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS
Troy Vollenweider
Troy Vollenweider is a Business Consultant for the UGA SBDC at the University of West Georgia. He has extensive experience from previously held financial and operational positions in commercial banking, small business management and healthcare administration. His commercial banking background covers almost 15 years of commercial lending, real estate lending, and mortgage warehousing. Troy's small business management experience includes work in real estate/property management with traditional and government-subsidized housing.
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 at Univ. of West GA
Contact Amber Holcomb at carrollton@georgiasbdc.org or call 678-839-5082
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