Tuesday Tip

Happening this week: 1⃣ Childcare Business Kickstart 2⃣ Marketing on a Budget 3⃣ 8-Session Business Development Program 4⃣ Starting a Business in Kentucky 5⃣ E-Verify for Federal Contracts 6⃣ Strong Women-Strong Coffee Details on these and other events at sba.gov/events?distric…

Check out the new series offered by the Kentucky SBDC - "Growing Our Own" entrepreneur workshop series. Learn more and register at ow.ly/1yCy50T1ZJZ

#DYK? Bad actors are hacking #SmallBusinesses more often, and the results can be devastating. SBA is hosting its 3rd Annual Small Business Cyber Summit in October during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Reserve a space now: zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…

It's critical to know what to do in an emergency situation, especially during the height of severe weather season. Learn how to create an emergency communications plan ⤵️

The National Small Business Week Awards are back! The SBA is now accepting nominations for its 2024 National Small Business Week Awards, including the Small Business Person of the Year. Could you be our next winner? Submit your nomination today. youtube.com/watch?v=IV8uTM…

Want to start or grow your business? Connect with your local Women’s Business Center: sba.gov/local-assistan… #WomensEqualityDay

Happening tonight: 3rd Annual Gateway & Buffalo Trace Small Business Awards. The Kentucky SBDC at Morehead State University is excited to spotlight and celebrate small businesses. Be part of an evening filled with recognition and celebration. Details: kentuckysbdc.com/gbt-awards/

The importance of #SmallBusiness in rural communities ⤵️

Happening tonight: StartupVille - Funding Your Business. Details - kysbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/10074

Tomorrow - Childcare Building Blocks webinar. Registration and details: kysbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/10072

The SBA is now accepting nominations for the 2025 National Small Business Week (NSBW) Awards. Nomination window: August 19 - December 5, 2024. To nominate a small business owner in your area and download related forms, criteria, and guidelines, visit sba.gov/nsbw.

Making Your Dreams a Reality - Starting Your Own Business. Every small business starts with a dream! Is your passion to own a business? Learn from local experts, find small biz resources and learn how Louisville is run by small businesses. Register: forms.office.com/Pages/Response…

Don’t wait for disaster to strike—prepare now and "Stay Ahead of the Storm!" This free webinar is a must-attend for any #SmallBusiness owner looking to protect employees and assets. Reserve your spot today to safeguard your business. Details: kysbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/10035

Join SBA, Dept. of Agriculture, ITA & ITA on Sep. 24 for Strategies for Rural Small Business Growth & Expansion. Learn about no & low-cost resources for rural businesses. Hear in-depth interviews with successful rural small business exporters. Details: zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…

"Among states, the Kentucky model stands out, as it offers significantly higher matching grants compared with other states, with the goal of encouraging the relocation of #SBIR/#STTR awardees. brookings.edu/articles/going…" via The Brookings Institution. 💪, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development!

Do you own a rural business? Then check out this upcoming webinar - Strategies for Rural Small Business Growth & Expansion. Details: sba.gov/event/52431

This week: 1⃣ Doing Biz with Louisville MSD 2⃣ Making Your Dreams a Reality 3⃣ Boots to Business program 4⃣ Start a Biz in KY 5⃣ Strong Women-Strong Coffee 6⃣ SCORE Pitch Competition Details on these and more events: sba.gov/events?distric…

Articles in the latest KY WHD_DOL newsletter: 1️⃣ Improve Protections for Temp Ag Workers 2️⃣ Child Labor Resources 3️⃣ What to Know About Pregnant Workers Fairness Act 4️⃣ Good Jobs in High-Demand Careers And much more. Sign up for the newsletter: forms.office.com/Pages/Response…