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Professional Development Opportunities

The Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes the critical importance of ongoing training and development for member businesses to thrive in today's dynamic marketplace. By supporting educational opportunities for continued learning, the Chamber aims to empower its members with the knowledge and skills necessary to adapt to evolving industry trends, enhance productivity, and maintain a competitive edge. Investing in the professional growth not only strengthens individual businesses but also contributes to the overall economic vitality of the community. Through collaboration and access to educational resources, the Chamber fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, positioning its members for long-term success in a rapidly changing business landscape.

We have an amazing partnership with SCORE. Please take advantage of these excellent offerings and register today to expand your learning opportunities as a small business owner. 




Grant Writing Basics

January 7, 2025 | 12:00PM EST

You are looking to find funding for your nonprofit and have decided to apply for grants. How do you go about doing that? Where do you look for opportunities? What do you do when you find one? What goes into the grant application? Get answers to these and other questions. 

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Reach Customers Online with Google

January 7, 2025 | 12:000PM EST

Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop, presented by Maria Elena of KLI Brands, explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website's visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). 

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Learn To Use Financial Statements As Tools To Manage Your Business

January 8, 2025 | 7:30PM EST

Financial Statements are important for every business, and sometimes they are a bit mysterious to Business Owners. At this Workshop we will review the various Financial Statements that you need to see monthly in order to manage your business effectively.   

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Making Your Plan Bankable

January 14, 2025 | 12:00PM EST

Lenders and banks look for good credit, management expertise/commitment, a feasible business plan, adequate owner equity, and sufficient collateral. This webinar will address tools to help you prepare. 

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Getting Started with Social Selling

January 15, 2025 | 11:00AM EST

Gain insights into developing a comprehensive digital and social selling strategy that aligns with the evolving buying behavior of B2B customers, Stay ahead of the competition, and continuously evolve your digital sales strategy to cater to the changing needs of customers.

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Growing a Beauty Business in Today's Economy

January 15, 2025 | 1:00PM EST

Learn how to identify your niche, create a compelling brand, and attract loyal customers through innovative strategies and effective marketing. Discover the latest industry trends, practical tips for scaling your business, and how to stand out in the digital space. 

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How to Get Certified as a Woman-Owned Business

January 15, 2025 | 1:00PM EST

In this webinar, presented by the Women’s Business Enterprise Center (WBEC), you’ll learn about the benefits of certification and how it can position your business for growth. Finally, you’ll learn about the WBENC, its certification program, eligibility requirements and the application process. 

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Set 2025 Up For Success: Planning Your Marketing Year

January 16, 2025 | 11:00AM EST

We will walk you through the process of developing social media content and marketing strategies that will help you to reduce the amount of time you spend on and increase the impact of your posts.

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Operational Management - How Does the Management Team Create a Operational Model

January 20, 2025 | 3:00PM EST

During this webinar, a case study will be used to present a comprehensive and holistic management view that aligns people, processes, technology and competency to help organizations compete in the marketplace.

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Legal Contracts- They Really Do Mean Something

January 20, 2025 | 7:30PM EST

By attending this Interactive Workshop, you will find out what is important to look for in a Contract, why it is important to know what is in a Contract, and how to understand what is written in Contracts. 

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Taking the Guesswork Out of Pricing

January 22, 2025 | 10:30AM EST

Unlock the secrets to pricing your products and services effectively, ensuring both competitiveness and profitability. By the end of this session, you’ll have the tools and knowledge to confidently price your offerings and create a pricing strategy that supports your business growth.

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Tax Insights To Prepare Your Small Business For Tax Season

January 22, 2025 | 7:30PM EST

Tax preparation is a daunting task that many entrepreneurs put off until the last minute. This procrastination is usually the result of being uncertain of exactly what you need to do! This Workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and insight needed to make preparation for this tax year less intimidating.  

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Increase Sales with Google Tools

January 28, 2025 | 12:00PM EST

Learn how to promote your products online using Google Tools. We'll show how local brick and mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. 

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How To Get Business Via Google Search and AI

January 29, 2025 | 7:30PM EST

You don't have to spend a fortune to get found by Google. Learn the down to earth, implementable techniques you can use to get found and get business.

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Best Practices & The Legalities Of Buying A Business

January 30, 2025 | 7:30PM EST

Learn the fundamentals of buying a Business from how to get started , successful negotiations ( including pricing !), finance and Capital , top legal issues, and why consider franchises (whether new or established locations).  

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P.O. Box 237, Paulding, OH 45879

Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization. 

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