Detroit City Wire

The Small Business Administration (SBA) sponsors coaching and training programs to support small businesses at any stage of their journey. The SBA also promotes development and growth opportunities designed for military-owned, high-potential, and disadvantaged businesses, as well as small businesses seeking to participate in government contracting at no cost.

Upcoming small business education opportunities from the SBA include:

**Protecting and Growing Your Small to Medium-Sized Business**

- **Date and time:** Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 1-2 p.m. EST

Businesses can scale and grow successfully while protecting their revenue and brand from fraud by leveraging technology and third-party partners to implement smart payment solutions. This webinar will feature experts from Authorize.net and Verifi who will help merchants learn how to improve their payment experience, expand payment methods, protect against fraud, and minimize post-purchase risk.

Attendees will learn tips and best practices to boost revenue, available technology and tactics to prevent true fraud and combat friendly fraud and chargebacks, along with trends and market factors affecting small to medium businesses.

**Pitching Your Business to Bankers & Lenders**

- **Date and time:** Thursday, August 1, 2024, 2-4 p.m. EST

This workshop aims to unlock the key to securing financing for businesses. Participants will learn the art of crafting a compelling pitch that resonates with potential lenders and investors. Experienced instructors will guide attendees through essential components of an effective business pitch including articulating value propositions, presenting financial projections, and addressing potential concerns. Insights into what bankers and lenders look for in a pitch will also be provided.

**Insurance Basics for Small Businesses**

- **Date and time:** Thursday, August 8, 2024, 1-2:30 p.m. EST

Small business owners looking for the right insurance coverage can join this workshop to understand different types of insurance coverage available. Attendees can expect guidance on which insurance options are best suited for their specific business needs.