Events

Coffee and Contracting with Business AI Consulting

Join our Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors for an opportunity to discuss government contracting, procurement assistance and other relevant contracting topics. As an added feature, this session will include special guest, Nilda Thomas, founder of Business AI Consulting. Business AI Consulting:  At Business AI Consulting, we blend the power of artificial intelligence with our expertise […]

Starting a Business – In Person

Join us for an accelerated walkthrough of our “Starting A Business” course. This introductory workshop covers the process of evaluating market potential for your products or services, startup costs and financing options, plus initial steps for writing a business plan. Designed for individuals who are considering self-employment or who may be at the beginning stages […]

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Proposal Writing & Bidding Best Practices

Winning government contracts requires proper planning and preparation. This session is designed to provide you with best practices for reviewing solicitations, preparing proposals, and steps to consider when awarded or not awarded a government contract. As a result of this session, you will: Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or [email protected] Registration Link : https://apexofsc.ecenterdirect.com/events?reset=1 The […]

Federal Government Contracting 101

Virtual – No fee, registration is required. Join us for Federal Government Contracting 101! In this class you will gain valuable information on: Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or [email protected] Registration Link : https://apexofsc.ecenterdirect.com/events?reset=1 The APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Additionally, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is […]

Writing a Business Plan – In Person

Do you want to launch or grow your business? This workshop is designed for entrepreneurs who are looking to write a business plan for the first time, or already have a plan they would like to update. Topics include: market analysis and sales planning, management and operations, and identifying financial goals and projections. Discover what […]

Marketing Your Business – In Person

Does your marketing strategy target your greatest opportunities for increasing sales and achieving a competitive advantage? There is much more to marketing than having a couple of social media accounts and an email newsletter. In this workshop we will discuss market analysis and research, competitive analysis and position, as well as product price, placement, promotion […]

Understanding Your Small Business Customer: The Value Proposition Canvas

What’s a value proposition? It’s a clear statement that communicates the reason a customer should choose your product or service. As an entrepreneur, identifying your business’ value proposition is essential. In this workshop you’ll learn how to use the Value Proposition Canvas, a tool that will help you deeply understand your customer and then use […]