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.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
We would like to thank State Farm for their generous support of this program.
Lisa Rackley is the area director and a senior business consultant at the UGA SBDC in Macon, serving small businesses in Middle Georgia. Prior to joining the SBDC, she worked in Human Resources for a global manufacturing facility. Lisa has presented educational workshops to audiences throughout Georgia and at America’s SBDC national conferences. Her presentation topics covered areas such as talent recruitment and retention and HR best practices. She is certified by the Society of Human Resource Management as a Senior Certified Professional. She holds an MBA from Georgia College and a BS in Management from Florida State University.
This program is funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, you certify that you are 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.
