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How to Start a Business in Georgia

DATE
Wednesday, June 18th
COST
$ 39.00
FORMAT
Webinar
TOPIC
Starting a Business

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

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.

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Starts in 3 weeks!

LEARN HOW TO:

  • 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

Wednesday, June 18, 2025
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Cost: $39.00
Webinar

This is a Zoom webinar. Upon registration, you will receive your Zoom link via email. 

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PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS

Steve Trussell

Steve Trussell is a business consultant at the UGA SBDC at Georgia Southern University. Steve brings extensive experience in consulting with firms on manufacturing, sourcing, and supply chain management. He has worked with both large manufacturers and small companies to improve their supply chains through organizational transformation, strategic sourcing, and negotiations. Steve has a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from the University of Louisville and he earned his MBA from Bellarmine University.

Jacquelyn Kennedy

Jacquelyn joined the UGA Small Business Development Center in the Spring of 2023 as program coordinator. She is a Mercer University graduate and holds a Certificate in Digital Marketing from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Prior to joining the SBDC, Jacquelyn served as the social media coordinator for the non-profit, the Mercedes-Benz Club of America while working full time as a real estate paralegal at the Weissman Law Firm. Jacquelyn’s previous roles focused primarily on client retention, marketing strategy, and workflow analysis.

Hosting Center: UGA Small Business Development Center State Office
A Public Service and Outreach unit of the University of Georgia, funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All programs of the UGA SBDC 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. This training event is supported by federal taxpayer funds. 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 Executive Order 14218 ‘Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders’ (February 19, 2025). Contact cewebinars@georgiasbdc.org or call (706)542-2762

All programs of the UGA SBDC 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.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

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CONTACT US

The University of Georgia
Small Business Development Center

382 East Broad Street
Athens, GA 30602-5412

P: (706) 542-2762

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