BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Urban League of Louisiana - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://urbanleaguela.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Urban League of Louisiana REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T150000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240731T210046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T032759Z UID:247095-1726308000-1726326000@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Big Health Event DESCRIPTION:Register for this event URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/bighealth2024/ LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial Convention Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States CATEGORIES:FEATURED ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024-Big-Health-Events-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240501T145022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T134957Z UID:246803-1716314400-1716321600@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Listen and Learn Tour: New Orleans DESCRIPTION:RSVP to This Event! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2024-listen-and-learn-tour-new-orleans/ LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States CATEGORIES:Listen & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NEW-ORLEANS_1200x630.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240501T144716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T135037Z UID:246795-1716228000-1716235200@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Listen and Learn Tour: Baton Rouge DESCRIPTION:RSVP to This Event! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2024-listen-and-learn-tour-baton-rouge/ LOCATION:Charles R. Kelly Community Center\, 3535 Riley Street\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70805\, United States CATEGORIES:Listen & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/BR_1200x630.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T190000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240501T144637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T135123Z UID:246796-1716051600-1716058800@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Listen and Learn Tour: Lafayette DESCRIPTION:RSVP to This Event! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2024-listen-and-learn-tour-lafayette/ LOCATION:James R. Oliver Hall Auditorium and Lobby (Room 112)\, 301 E. Lewis Street\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70503\, United States CATEGORIES:Listen & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LAFAYETTE_1200x630_1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T120000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240501T144545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T144627Z UID:246798-1716026400-1716033600@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Listen and Learn Tour: Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:RSVP to This Event! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2024-listen-and-learn-tour-lake-charles/ LOCATION:Rep. Wilford Carter’s Legislative Office\, 1025 Mill St.\, Lake Charles\, LA\, 70601\, United States CATEGORIES:Listen & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LC_1200x630.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240501T141308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T144626Z UID:246773-1715968800-1715976000@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Listen and Learn Tour: Alexandria DESCRIPTION:RSVP to This Event! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2024-listen-and-learn-tour-alexandria/ LOCATION:Zion Hill Church\, 12 Hunter Street\, Pineville\, 71360\, United States CATEGORIES:Listen & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ALEX_1200x630.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240501T144037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T135214Z UID:246785-1715882400-1715889600@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Listen and Learn Tour: Shreveport DESCRIPTION:RSVP to This Event! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2024-listen-and-learn-tour-shreveport/ LOCATION:Morning Star Baptist Church\, 5240 Jewella Avenue\, Shreveport\, LA\, 71109\, United States CATEGORIES:Listen & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SHREVE_1200x630.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240501T143933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T135152Z UID:246784-1715796000-1715803200@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2024 Listen and Learn Tour: Monroe DESCRIPTION:RSVP to This Event! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2024-listen-and-learn-tour-monroe/ LOCATION:Louisiana Delta Community College\, 7500 Millhaven Road\, Monroe\, LA\, 71203\, United States CATEGORIES:Listen & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MONROE_1200x630.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T113000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240209T155056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T155056Z UID:246232-1711620000-1711625400@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:LADOTD: Access to Opportunities: How to Find and Successfully Bid on LADOTD Projects DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Thursday\, March 28\, 10:00am-11:30am\, for “Access to Opportunities: How to Find and Successfully Bid on LADOTD Projects”. This virtual session is a part of a series of monthly workshops hosted in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s DBE Supportive Services program. \nRegister today at https://tinyurl.com/4su7t3np. URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/ladotdaccesstoopportunities/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Access-to-Opportunities_-How-to-Find-and-Successfully-Bid-on-LADOTD-Projects-03-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T113000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240209T155322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T155322Z UID:246233-1709200800-1709206200@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:LADOTD: Get Bonded: Strategies to Enhance Your Bonding Capacity DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Thursday\, February 29\, 10:00am-11:30am\, for “Get Bonded: Strategies to Enhance Your Bonding Capacity”. This virtual session is a part of a series of monthly workshops hosted in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s DBE Supportive Services program. \nRegister today at https://tinyurl.com/h6y4sbv5. URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/ladotd-get-bonded-strategies-to-enhance-your-bonding-capacity/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Get-Bonded_-Strategies-to-Enhance-Your-Bonding-Capacity-03-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T150000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240209T163933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T155923Z UID:246245-1709114400-1709132400@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Energy Apprenticeship Career & Resource Expo DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Energy Apprenticeship Career & Resource EXPO in partnership with the Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Louisiana Community & Technical Colleges System.\n\nLearn about future opportunities for education and training related to clean and renewal energy and hydrogen jobs. Talk directly with employers who are hiring and the institutions providing training to help you join the energy workforce. Visit https://urbanleaguela.org/energy-apprenticeship-expo-2024/ to register to attend! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/energy-apprenticeship-career-resource-expo/ LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ce-expo-solar-panel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240123T160756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T201708Z UID:246137-1709055000-1713902400@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Scale Up! Louisiana - Lafayette DESCRIPTION:Scale Up! Louisiana is a statewide\, community-based\, entrepreneurial education intensive hosted by Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. This program provides early-stage\, women- and minority-owned firms with the education and resources needed for scalability and profitability. \nThis cohort of the Scale Up! Louisiana program is specifically designed to support businesses in Lafayette and surrounding areas\, and is sponsored by First Horizon and Louisiana Economic Development. This program is also funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. \nIn order to participate\, entrepreneurs must commit to a hybrid business education program that is delivered via: \n\n4\, 2.5-hour In-Person Class Sessions (Sessions 1\, 4\, 9\, 10)\n6\, 2.5-hour web class sessions\, and\n5\, 45-minute pre-recorded web sessions.\n\nParticipants must also commit to utilizing additional resources and services to support their business outside of curriculum\, including: counseling sessions\, technical assistance\, business plan assignments\, and meetings with an assigned business advisor. \nClasses will take place February 27-April 23\, 2024 with a hybrid schedule. Sessions 1\, 4\, 9\, and 10 will take place in-person on Tuesdays\, 5:30pm-8:00pm\, at the Downtown Convention Center\, 124 S. Buchanan Street\, Lafayette\, LA 70501. All other sessions will take place on Fridays\, 9:30am-12:00pm\, virtually. \nEligibility Criteria: In order to participate\, small businesses must: \n\nBe located in Lafayette and surrounding parishes an in operation for at least 2 years\nHave at least $30\,000 in documented revenue for the previous tax year\nHave a desire to scale\nHave access to the internet and a computer with a camera at home\n\nIn addition\, eligible business owners must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. \nUp to 30 business owners from the Lafayette area will be selected. Participants will be chosen based on 1.) the applicant’s ability to meet the eligibility requirements; 2.) the growth potential of the business; and 3.) the applicant’s desire to learn and grow in an interactive\, online environment. \nThis series is sponsored by the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nApplications are now being accepted. The deadline to apply is Friday\, February 16. URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/scale-up-louisiana-lafayette/ LOCATION:Downtown Convention Center\, Lafayette\, 124 S. Buchanan Street\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/scale-up-2l.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T123000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T171556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T182652Z UID:246074-1708164000-1713011400@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Start Up! Louisiana (9-Session Virtual Series) DESCRIPTION:Get the Help You Need to Start Your Business the Right Way! \nReady to get started? Classes will take place on Saturdays\, February 17 – April 13\, 10:00am-12:30pm. There is no cost to attend this series. All classes will be held online via the GoToTraining online platform. Please note that this is a multiple-day training series and cannot be split. \nHave you recently started your own business and realized that you need help? Are you unsure if you have explored all of the tools and resources needed to ensure your success? Would you like more in-depth assistance with your business planning? If so\, Start Up! Louisiana is for you! \nStart Up! Louisiana is a 9-session\, entrepreneurial training program that teaches new entrepreneurs how to launch their business ventures the right way. This series provides best practices for how to build a solid business foundation that ensures success. \nTopics covered focus on developing your entrepreneurial mindset\, starting lean\, understanding business financials\, and how to effectively market to your target customer. Participants also receive individual business counseling and access to other support services and resources needed to successfully launch and grow! \nThis series is sponsored by the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nStart Up! Louisiana 2024 Class Schedule \n\nSaturday\, February 17 | Session 1: Becoming an Entrepreneur\nSaturday\, February 24 | Session 2: The Lean Start-up Model\nSaturday \, March 2 | Session 3: Understanding Business Financials\nSaturday\, March 9 | Session 4: The Customer Decision Journey\nSaturday\, March 16 | Session 5: Marketing Your Business\nSaturday\, March 23 |Session 6: Exceptional Customer Service\nSaturday\, March 30| Session 7: Forecasting 101\nSaturday\, April 6 | Session 8: Preparing to Access Capital\nSaturday\, April 13 | Session 9: Start Up! Louisiana Plan of Action\n\nIf you should have any questions\, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org. \nThere is no cost to participate\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/start-up-louisiana-9-session-virtual-series/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Start-Up-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T171337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T171337Z UID:246073-1706868000-1706875200@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Pitch to Win: Becoming Your Brand’s #1 Ambassador DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its new “WIN Series for Entrepreneurs”. This 4-part series is designed for aspiring and existing small business owners who are looking to develop key entrepreneurial skills that can be leveraged to start\, grow\, and scale their business. This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. \nIn this highly competitive\, digital age of social media\, digital marketing\, and now even AI\, building brand equity through compelling connections and storytelling can take your brand to new heights\, especially for smaller\, younger brands who are just getting their footing. \nA great brand ambassador is someone who understands what your brand stands for\, who believes in your brand and is thrilled to spread the word. As your business’ founder and the product’s creator\, you should be your brand’s number one ambassador. \nDuring this session\, you will learn: \n\nHow to identify your unique communication style and how to use it to inform AND influence\nThe art of story and how to use it to sell\, tell and show results\nHow to deliver concise answers to “What do you do and What can you do for me?” that create compelling conversations and close deals\n\nThis session will be facilitated by Desiree Young\, Founder and President\, VentureWalk Business Partners and WinFish. \nThis series is sponsored by the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/pitch-to-win-becoming-your-brands-1-ambassador/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Pitch-to-Win-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240126T120000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T171212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T171212Z UID:246062-1706263200-1706270400@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Price to Win: Developing a Profitable Pricing Strategy DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its new “WIN Series for Entrepreneurs”. This 4-part series is designed for aspiring and existing small business owners who are looking to develop key entrepreneurial skills that can be leveraged to start\, grow\, and scale their business. This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. \nOne of the major challenges that most small businesses face is knowing how to properly price its products and services to ensure increased sales and profitability. While there are several factors to consider\, such as understanding your customers\, costs\, and competition\, it is imperative that entrepreneurs “do the work” to determine their optimal pricing strategy. \nDuring this session\, small businesses will learn key strategies and tactics to guide them in positioning and pricing their services for profit. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nThe 4 types of pricing strategies for service-based businesses and when to use which ones\nHow to actually know when it’s time to increase your prices\nThe profit-building way to offer incentives without discounting\n\nThis session will be facilitated by Desiree Young\, Founder and President\, VentureWalk Business Partners and WinFish. \nThis series is sponsored by the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/price-to-win-developing-a-profitable-pricing-strategy/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Price-to-Win-Pricing-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T120000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T171006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T171006Z UID:246061-1706173200-1706184000@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening for DBE Contractors DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its signature “Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening”. These quarterly\, in-person meet-ups feature procurement officers and/or prime contractors who will provide DBEs and other diverse businesses with updates on bid opportunities\, as well as\, required steps and best practices for doing business with their organizations. These events also provide an opportunity for more direct networking between DBEs and procurement officers and/or primes. \nThe event will take place at the Urban League of Louisiana\, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue\, Suite 110. Breakfast will be provided. \nThis quarter’s featured speakers and organizations include: \n\nPaula Roddy\, DOTD Program Director\, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development\nLauren Marshall\, Director of Diversity & Inclusion\, Woodward Design + Build\nJean-Marc Villain\, System Director of Supplier Inclusion & Community\, Ochsner Health\nPaige Adams\, Director\, Business Development – Member Diversity Offerings\, Vizient\, Inc.\n\nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/opportunities-outlook-quarterly-convening-for-dbe-contractors-3/ LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Opportunities-Outlook-Quarterly.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T193000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T170838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T170838Z UID:246060-1706031000-1706038200@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online – Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Tasks and Maintenance DESCRIPTION:As a business owner\, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for its 3-part series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online\, managing everyday transactions and financial reports\, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. \nDuring this session\, participants will be guided through a deeper understanding of the reporting process in QuickBooks Online and how to set up your Chart of Accounts for optimal clarity into your business financials. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nHow to run the three primary financial reports (income statement\, balance sheet\, statement of cash flows)\nHow to read these reports\nHow to reconcile accounts\nHow to create custom fields to track income/expenses\n\nAttendees will also learn how to run other reports that are specific to your business that will help with optimizing operations. \nThis series is sponsored by Mastercard and Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nCourse Facilitator: Lori Jackson\, MSC Financial Services \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/quickbooks-online-session-3-ongoing-accounting-tasks-and-maintenance-3/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Quickbooks-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T170658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T170658Z UID:246059-1705658400-1705665600@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Market to Win: Best Practices in Content Marketing for Your Small Business DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its new “WIN Series for Entrepreneurs”. This 4-part series is designed for aspiring and existing small business owners who are looking to develop key entrepreneurial skills that can be leveraged to start\, grow\, and scale their business. This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. \nBusinesses today compete in an ever-evolving landscape\, and must constantly stay on top of the most relevant and effective marketing strategies and tactics that can build brand awareness and grow your audience. This means developing a deep understanding of your target audience and using tools that create user experiences that will convert and retain the most profitable customers. \nDuring this session\, participants will learn from three women leaders in marketing and brand management about the trends that are shaping how small businesses market their products and services\, including: \n\nBest practices in building brand equity\nUnderstanding and leveraging consumer behavior\nInteractive content marketing\nOmnichannel marketing\nOther content marketing strategies\n\nFacilitator: Tiffany Langlinais\, President & CEO\, Freret Napoleon \nThis series is sponsored by the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/market-to-win-best-practices-in-content-marketing-for-your-small-business/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Market-to-Win.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T193000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231010T163722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T170523Z UID:245911-1705514400-1705519800@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Wealth Building Wednesdays: Preparing Your Kids for Financial Success DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana for Wealth Building Wednesdays! This monthly webinar series is designed to provide communities across Louisiana with insights\, tools\, and practical steps to develop healthy financial habits\, become financially independent\, effectively manage risks\, and chart a pathway towards generational wealth creation. Sessions take place on Wednesdays each month\, 6:00pm-7:30pm. Register today to reserve your spot…and share with a friend or family member! \nIn the quest to achieve generational wealth\, many find it difficult to change bad habits\, let alone teach their kids the road to financial fitness. However\, teaching kids basic money management skills is a great way to give them a head start financially and can set them up for a bright future! \nThere are many healthy habits\, tools\, and resources that you can teach your kids at any age about money management including: \n\nUnderstanding how credit works\nManaging debt\nDeveloping a savings plan\nSpending wisely\nOptimizing earnings\nand budgeting effectively\n\nDuring this session\, learn a few key steps that you can incorporate into your family’s daily habits to set your kids up for future financial success! This session will be facilitated by Ricardo D. Thomas\, ChFEBC\, RFC®\, Financial Consultant\, THOMAS-WADDELL & Associates. \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/wealth-building-wednesdays-preparing-your-kids-for-financial-success/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WBW-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T193000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T164244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T164320Z UID:246058-1705426200-1705433400@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online – Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports DESCRIPTION:As a business owner\, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for its 3-part series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online\, managing everyday transactions and financial reports\, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. \nDuring this session\, participants will learn how to process transactions QuickBooks Online. As a business owner\, this is imperative in understanding your sales and expenses\, and managing your cash flow. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nHow to customize invoices\nCreate sales receipts\nReceive and pay money\n\nFor those that sell products\, this session will also cover how to use QuickBooks Online to track inventory and sales taxes. \nThis series is sponsored by Mastercard and Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nCourse Facilitator: Lori Jackson\, MSC Financial Services. \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/quickbooks-online-session-2-everyday-transactions-and-financial-reports-4/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Quickbooks-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T120000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20240112T171804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T171804Z UID:246082-1705053600-1705060800@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Bid to Win: Developing Your Skills to Bid and Win Contracts DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana for its new “WIN Series for Entrepreneurs”. This 4-part series is designed for aspiring and existing small business owners who are looking to develop key entrepreneurial skills that can be leveraged to start\, grow\, and scale their business. This series is sponsored by Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. \nBidding on public and private contracts can be a game changer for small businesses. However\, the goal is to win and leverage these contracts to increase operational and financial capacity\, create new jobs\, and become a scalable business. \nDuring this session\, participants will gain insights on how to successfully bid on public and private contracting opportunities. This session combines best practices for “bidding to win” with real life examples used to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the bidding process. \nDesigned for new and seasoned contractors\, this session will provide a roadmap to executing successful bid strategies\, leading to increased business opportunities and improved organizational outcomes. \nThis session will be facilitated by Courtney Elzey\, President and CEO\, MCDS\, LLC. \nThis series is sponsored by the Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development Program. To participate\, attendees must be or become certified through the LED Small and Emerging Business Development Program. Visit https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/program/small-and-emerging-business-development-program to get certified today! \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/bid-to-win-developing-your-skills-to-bid-and-win-contracts/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bid-to-Win-Entrepreneur-30-Resize.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231207T113000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231010T185154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T185154Z UID:245927-1701943200-1701948600@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Bidding to Win + Construction Management at Risk DESCRIPTION:Construction firms understand that hard work has to happen before a single shovel ever hits the ground during the continuous construction-bid-proposal process. Submitting effective proposals and winning bids is at the heart of what contractors do and developing this as a core competency is critical to building a profitable and sustainable business. \nFor general contractors\, a bid-to-win rate of one out of six is standard\, and many see less of a conversion rate. During this session\, contractors will learn best practices for developing a competitive proposal\, including:\n– Positioning the firm to move quickly on submitting bid proposals\n– Creating a winning scope sheet\n– Developing and offering a value proposition\n– Putting your plans into action. \nIn addition\, participants\, will gain an understanding of the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method which entails a commitment by the Construction Manager (CM) to deliver the project within a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) which is based on the construction documents and specifications at the time of the GMP. \nThere is no cost to attend. However\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! \nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2370258330093916000 URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/bidding-to-win-construction-management-at-risk/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Bid-to-Win-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T130000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231010T184028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T161000Z UID:245924-1701334800-1701349200@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:UDA ConstructionOnline 2023 DESCRIPTION:The latest evolution of UDA’s top-rated online construction management software\, ConstructionOnline 2023\, delivers hundreds of new updates and enhancements\, alongside world-class construction estimating\, scheduling\, and project management solutions – optimized to deliver meaningful ROI to professional construction companies. \nJoin us on Thursday\, November 30\, 9:00am-1:00pm\, at Urban League of Louisiana\, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue\, Suite 110\, New Orleans\, LA 70119. During this session\, participants will learn how ConstructionOnline 2023 can power your company’s success\, including how you can: \n– Stand out from the competition with unlimited styling options for fully customized proposals from the brand-new OnPoint™ Proposal Wizard \n– Track profits\, delays\, and more at-a-glance with the latest information through Project Health Dashboards \n– Power-up project schedules with SmartLink™ – connect Schedule Tasks & To Dos to provide the ultimate in detail and direction for your team \n– Get detailed insights into predicted cash inflow and outflow with new TrueVision™ Cash Flow Reports \n– Find what you’re looking for in a flash with the new\, platform-wide Search\, Filter\, and Sort options \n– Optimize efficiency and avoid mitigate conflicts with ResourceTrak™ and enhanced trade-based resource management \nThis workshop will be facilitated by Frank Johnson\, III\, Senior Business Advisor and Contractor Specialist at the Urban League of Louisiana. Laptops are required for this session. \nThere is no cost for the event\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/730674315547?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/uda-constructiononline-2023/ LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/UDA-Con-2023-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T113000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231031T163737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T163737Z UID:245993-1701165600-1701171000@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Crew Management: Recruiting\, Hiring\, and Retaining an All Star Team DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana on Tuesday\, November 28\, 10:00am-11:30am\, for “Crew Management: Recruiting\, Hiring\, and Retaining an All Star Team”. This virtual session is a part of a series of monthly events in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s DBE Supportive Services program. \n2023 is expected to yield an increase in public and private construction projects across the U.S. This is great for the industry\, however\, this also means that small business contractors must be prepared for the competitive landscape that is sure to impact how you recruit\, hire\, and train a best-in-class crew. \nIt is critical that owners have a strategic plan to efficiently manage and retain your field crew. This is essential to staying on budget and on schedule\, and can lead to increased profitability. During this session\, construction managers and owners will learn how to build a foundation for a successful field crew which requires processes\, discipline and the proper resources. This session will dive into best practices for recruiting\, hiring\, developing\, managing\, and retaining an all-star team! \nThis class will be facilitated by Courtney Elzey\, Principal\, MCDS\, LLC. \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!\nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9192058377862641241 URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/crew-management-recruiting-hiring-and-retaining-an-all-star-team/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Opportunities-Outlook-Quarterly-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T163000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231025T141310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T204808Z UID:245956-1700123400-1700152200@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Women’s Entrepreneurship Week: Hope2Women Summit DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by First Horizon\, AARP\, Mastercard\, Chevron\, and UPS The WEW: Hope2Women Summit is hosted in collaboration with the Association of Women’s Business Centers. Powered by the network of Women’s Business Centers across the United States\, Hope2Women creates additional pathways for women entrepreneurs to access customized learning opportunities\, expert coaching\, peer networks\, and other targeted programs needed to successfully start and grow their businesses. Join the Urban League of Louisiana as we host a full-day of content curated just for women entrepreneurs! This will be a day filled with a host of dynamic speakers\, workshops\, networking opportunities\, and resources-sharing. The cost to attend is $100/person + fees. Each ticket includes admission to all plenary and breakout sessions\, breakfast (opening plenary)\, and lunch (plenary luncheon). Register today to reserve your spot! \nOpening Plenary + Breakfas \n\n8:30am-10:00am: Breakfast Buffet Open\n9:00am: Welcome Remarks\n9:30am-10:30am: The State of Women-owned Small Businesses \n\nChristina Hale\, Assistant Administrator\, Office of Women’s Business Ownership\, SBA\nSima Ladjevardian\, Chair of the National Women’s Business Council\nPhala K. Mire\, President & CEO\, Women’s Business Enterprise Council – South\nJanea Jamison\, Office of Advocacy\, U.S. Small Business Administration\, Region 6 Advocate\nModerator: Corinne Goble\, President & CEO\, Association of Women’s Business Centers\n\n\n10:30am-10:45am: Networking and Transition\n\nBreakout 1 – 10:45am-11:45am Sessions \n\nPitch to Win: Becoming Your Brand’s #1 Ambassador\n\nDesiree H. Young\, Founder and CEO\, VentureWalk Business Partners\n\n\nBid to Win: Developing Your Skills to Bid and Win Government Contracts\n\nCourtney Elzey\, Principal\, MCDS\, LLC\n\n\nMarket to Win: Best Practices in Content Marketing for Your Business\n\nIrene Wambui Muchai\, Business Development Director\, Online Optimism\nTiffany Langlinais\, Principal\, Freret Napoleon\n\n\n11:45am-12:00pm: Networking and Transition\n\nPlenary Luncheon \n\n12:00pm: Welcome Remarks\n12:15pm-12:40pm: AWBC Advocacy Updates\n12:40pm-12:45pm: Introduction of Guest Speaker\n12:45pm-1:45pm: Special Guest Speaker\n1:45pm-2:00pm: Networking and Transition\n\nBreakout 2 – 2:00pm-3:00pm Sessions \n\nConnect to Capital Louisiana: Resources for Women Entrepreneurs\n\nSmall Business Lending Representative\, First Horizon\nKelly Raney\, Business Development Manager\, Business Incentive Services\, Louisiana Economic Development\nKathy Saloy Senior Vice President\, Community & Economic Development\, Hope Enterprise Corporation| Hope Credit Union\nModerator: Dr. Carla Antoine\, Director\, Small Business Support Services\, ULLA\n\n\nExport Dat!: Resources for Women Entrepreneurs\n\nReginald G. Harley\, Export Finance Manager\, Office of International Trade\, U.S. Export Assistance Center\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nErin Butler\, Acting Regional Director (LA\, TX\, AZ\, NM\, CO\, WY)\, U.S. Commercial Service\, International Trade Administration\, U.S. Department of Commerce\nModerator: Elizabeth Kensel\, Business Advisor\, ULLA\n\n\nGet in the Know to Grow: Resources for Women Entrepreneurs\n\nModerator: Shari Taylor\, Director\, Women’s Business Resource Center\, ULLA\n\n\n3:00pm-3:15pm: Networking and Transition\n\nClosing Plenary \n\n3:15pm-4:00pm: Women & Wealth: Strategies for Economic Empowerment and Resilience \n4:00pm-4:30pm: Closing Remarks\n4:30pm: Adjourn\n\n  URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/womens-entrepreneurship-week-hope2women-summit/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency\, 601 Loyola Avenue\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/23_WEW_Hope2Women-Summit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231025T141100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T201437Z UID:245952-1700065800-1700078400@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2023 WEW Welcome Reception + Women in Business Pitch Competition DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by First Horizon\, AARP\, and Chevron \nJoin the Urban League of Louisiana for a celebratory welcome reception as we kick-off our inaugural Women’s Entrepreneurship Week and host our annual “Women in Business Pitch Competition: Scale Up!”. \nIn its 11th year\, this annual pitch competition features four finalists who will pitch their plans to grow and scale for a chance to win $10\,000. During the event an esteemed panel of judges will be tasked with determining the winner based on effectiveness of the pitch presentation\, scalability of the business model\, and proposed use of award funds.  \nComplimentary h’orderves will be served. Cash bar. Register today to reserve your spot! URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2023-wew-welcome-reception-women-in-business-pitch-competition/ LOCATION:The Cannery\, 3803 Toulouse Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/23_WEW_Welcome-Pitch.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231025T140727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T201038Z UID:245947-1699977600-1699992000@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Walmart Black Women in Retail Marketplace and Cohort 1 Graduation DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 14 \nSponsored by Walmart\, Mastercard\, New Orleans & Company \nThe Southern Food & Beverage Museum\, 1504 OC Haley Blvd.\, New Orleans\, LA 70113 | 4:00pm-8:00pm \nJoin the Urban League of Louisiana as we celebrate the inaugural cohort of its Black Women in Retail Accelerator Program in collaboration with the National Urban League and sponsored by Walmart. This year the program supported 10 Black\, women-owned retail businesses from across Louisiana with industry-specific coaching\, mentoring\, and training. The program also provided direct assistance for obtaining small business certifications\, assistance with bidding on contracting opportunities\, and leadership development training. \nRegister today to join us for this inaugural celebration of the following members of the Urban League of Louisiana’s Black Women in Retail Accelerator Program: \n\nSherilyn Hayward\, Leroy’s LipSmack’n Lemonade\nTiffany Brown\, Wicks Nola Candle Company\nNatashia Paul\, Chuupul Leather\nPaige Alexander\, L’Jai Amor\nKeishia Deverney\, Element Beverage\nJacqueline Arvie\, Jax’s Creole Kitchen\nLaportia Cooper\, Nola Botanical Tea\nJulie Vaucresson\, Creole Made Easy\nJoyce Galmon\, Joyce’s Sweets Inc.\nBrittney Hawkins-Dobard\, Nola Cookie Co. URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/walmart-black-women-in-retail-marketplace-and-cohort-1-graduation/ LOCATION:The Southern Food & Beverage Museum\, 1504 OC Haley Blvd.\, New Orelans\, LA\, 70113\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/23_WEW_Black-Women-in-Retail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T110000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231010T151244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T151244Z UID:245908-1699520400-1699527600@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening for DBE Contractors DESCRIPTION:As an extension of the Urban League of Louisiana’s (ULLA) annual “Opportunities Outlook for DBE Contractors”\, join us on Thursday\, November 9th\, 9:00am-11:00am\, for the “Opportunities Outlook Quarterly Convening”. These quarterly\, in-person meet-ups will feature three procurement officers and/or prime contractors who will provide participating DBEs with updates on bid opportunities\, as well as\, required steps and best practices for doing business with these organizations. These sessions will also provide an opportunity for more direct networking between DBEs and procurement officers and/or primes. \nThe event will take place at the Urban League of Louisiana\, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue\, Suite 110. Breakfast will be provided. \nThis quarter’s featured speakers and organizations include:\n– Robin Reed\, Project Lead\, Supplier Diversity\, Entergy Services\, LLC\n– Sarah Busch\, LEED AP\, Vice President of Operations\, Landis Construction\n– Lori A. Barthelemy\, Director\, Office of Supplier Diversity\, City of New Orleans \nThere is no cost to attend. However\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot!! \nhttps://opp_outlook_qtrly_nov2023.eventbrite.com URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/opportunities-outlook-quarterly-convening-for-dbe-contractors-2/ LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Opportunities-Outlook-Quarterly.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T193000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231010T181522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T161046Z UID:245920-1699466400-1699471800@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:Wealth Building Wednesdays: Estate Planning in Generational Wealth Creation DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana for Wealth Building Wednesdays! This monthly webinar series is designed to provide communities across Louisiana with insights\, tools\, and practical steps to develop healthy financial habits\, become financially independent\, effectively manage risks\, and chart a pathway towards generational wealth creation. Sessions take place on Wednesdays each month\, 6:00pm-7:30pm. Register today to reserve your spot…and share with a friend or family member! \nAccording to Black Enterprise\, nearly 70% of Black Americans don’t have an estate plan or a will which leaves families in financial and emotional limbo when they pass on. Whether you have achieved your wealth goals or are still in the process\, not having an estate plan is a surefire way to diminish the value of your assets and cut the line of wealth that could pass on to your family. \nWhether a business owner or individual\, it is urgent and imperative to create a plan that will allow you to pass on your business and/or other assets down through generations. A proper estate plan will also ensure the financial security of your family in case you become incapacitated. \nJoin the Urban League of Louisiana for “Wealth Building Wednesdays: The Urgency of Estate Planning in Protecting Generational Wealth” on Wednesday\, November 8\, 2023\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\, online. \nDuring this session\, Halima Narcisse and Warren McKenna\, Attorneys at Law\, McKenna Narcisse\, LLC\, will provide insights and take questions related to: \n– Demystifying the estate planning process \n– For individuals: Protecting your assets with wills\, trusts\, powers of attorneys and other estate planning considerations \n– For Small Business Owners: Operating agreements\, partnership agreements\, and bylaws that dictate what happens to the business should an owner die or become incapacitated \n– Steps that you can take now to get your estate plan in order \nThis session is hosted in collaboration with the New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce. \nRegister today for this informative and interactive session! Please come prepared with questions. \nThere is no cost to attend. However\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! \nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7545794804041792350 URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/wealth-building-wednesdays-estate-planning-in-generational-wealth-creation/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WBW-1-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T120000 DTSTAMP:20260301T081553 CREATED:20231010T180255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T180255Z UID:245917-1699002000-1699012800@urbanleaguela.org SUMMARY:2023 Veterans Small Business Breakfast and Resources Summit DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana (ULLA) is pleased to host its 2023 Veterans Small Business Breakfast and Resources Summit in celebration of National Veterans Small Business Week (October 30 – November 3). \nDuring this event\, ULLA will shine a light on veterans entrepreneurship across the state of Louisiana by sharing the many resources that are available to veterans and their spouses in starting and growing a business. \nThis year’s event is sponsored by AARP and hosted in collaboration with the SBA LA District Office\, the Veterans Business Outreach Center – Mississippi State University\, and Louisiana Economic Development. \nThe event will take place on Friday\, November 3\, 9:00am-12:00pm\, at the Urban League of Louisiana\, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue\, Suite 110\, New Orleans\, LA 70119. Breakfast will be served. \nVeterans and their spouses are invited to attend. Register today to reserve your spot!! \nhttps://2023_ulla_vets_smallbiz_summit.eventbrite.com URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2023-veterans-small-business-breakfast-and-resources-summit/ LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/20-Resources-for-Veteran-Business-Owners.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR