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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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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 […]

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Coffee and Contracting

Virtual – No fee, registration is required. Join our Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors for an opportunity to discuss government contracting, procurement assistance and other relevant contracting topics. Bring your questions and your coffee! Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or [email protected] Register Now The APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with […]

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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 […]

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] Register Now The APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Additionally, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by […]

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State and Local Government Contracting 101

In Person – No fee, registration is required. Are you a business owner looking to navigate the Michigan marketplace? State and local government contracting offices buy almost every good or service imaginable. Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors are available to help with selling your offerings. The steps to becoming a state and/or local government contractor […]

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Forming Your LLC – In Person

We will discuss business entities and explain the documents needed to form and register a business, including Articles of Organization and Employer Identification Number (EIN). We will also cover basic bookkeeping procedures and the tax implications of your new business, as well as good business practices. Please note: we do not provide tax advice or […]