0838-001 AUG Business Summit in Augusta

Business Summit in Augusta

DATE
Friday, October 9th
COST
$ 99.00
FORMAT
In Person
TOPIC
Managing a Business

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

You don’t have to figure out business ownership alone.

This full-day event is designed to strengthen the critical skills behind successful leadership. Through guided discussions and panel interviews, you’ll gain insight, perspective, and practical strategies from experienced professionals and fellow business owners.

Step away from the day-to-day and invest in your growth. Topics include:

  • Authentic Leadership
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Solo to CEO: Building a Team
  • Time Management and Balance for Entrepreneurs
  • Collaboration Over Competition
Starts in 2 weeks!

LEARN HOW TO:

  • Gain confidence and support in leadership roles
  • Implement key components and strategies in the negotiation process
  • Set key skills and considerations for building an effective team
  • How to set parameters for maintaining balance
  • Collaborate in a competitive world.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Friday, October 9, 2026
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Cost: $99.00
The HUB - West
631 Chafee Avenue
Augusta, GA
30904

PROGRAM PARTNERS

We would like to thank Ameris Bank for their generous support of this program.

Ameris Bank logo

PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS

Rebecca Mixson, headshot

Rebecca Mixson

After becoming a dynamic and visionary business consultant, Rebecca now serves as Area Director for the UGA SBDC Augusta office. Since joining in 2014 as a Program Coordinator, she has advanced into leadership while building extensive experience across strategy, marketing, human resources, and staff development. Rebecca partners with both aspiring and established entrepreneurs to assess opportunities, guide strategic planning, and support sustainable growth. With a strong background in business, retail, and education, she delivers practical insights and actionable strategies that empower clients to achieve long-term success.

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 in Augusta
Contact Shelby Carl at scarl@georgiasbdc.org or call 706-650-5655

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