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We usually think of an entrepreneur as someone who is highly responsive to change, who sees opportunities that others may not see, and who mobilizes resources to make new things happen. Although some people feel that entrepreneurs are born, not made, experience has shown us that entrepreneurship can be taught, and that a positive environment encourages entrepreneurial thinking, promotes innovation, and leads to a higher degree of social and economic sustainability. Businesses, organizations and communities can become more entrepreneurial.


 

 

 

 


Virtual Entrepreneurship Workshop Series 2009


Mark your calendars for the
Entrepreneur Showcase

 

      Table of Contents:

      Use these QUICK LINKS for information on this site

  1. Success Profiles

  2. Minority Business

  3. Women Business Ownership

  4. College-preneurs

  5. Business eMedia

  6. Business Assistance

  7. Business Tools

  8. Articles from A to Z

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           Success Profiles

           Showcasing a wide range of successful multi-cultural entrepreneurs and
           award-winning products in 7 different categories.  Start your
            entrepreneurial journey here, and venture into CDC’s virtual
            workshop. On each unique website you’ll see examples of company
            branding, mission statements, marketing and more.

  •   Supply Chain Management

           Edgar L. Smith, Jr., WorldPac Paper . “Currently CEO of The  World
           Packaging Company, LLC. Over 20 years of solid sales and marketing
           experience with Fortune 500 Companies. Specifically, thirteen ... "

  • Business / Financial Management

          Alex Alvarez, Business Management Services, LLC
            
"From getting the bills paid, to collecting what is owed, to
          daily banking, to monthly reports to taxes, budgets and overall  
          business planning.."

  • Technology / Consulting / e-Business

          Mike Backers, Ordovician 
         
Ordovician focuses on vertical markets where information and  
           communication security and availability are mission critical to the
           success…”

          Black History Internet Radio Station
         
"Jimmy McJamerson, PhD of Grambling, LA has just started an internet
           radio station, PSC 107.9, a part of  the PSC  family in the web hosting
           business.
Our programs consist of R&B, Jazz, Black Poetry, famous
          
quotes by African Americans, Historical Black Facts, Interviews with
          
Outstanding/Emerging African Americans and commentary on important
          
issues . . ."

 

          Radish telecommunications company
          "Dr. Theresa Szczurek, started her career as an engineer at Bell Labs 
           and then went on to start a very successful telecommunications 
           company.
After that she wrote a book entitled, "Pursuit of Passionate
           Purpose" that describes an approach for finding your purpose in life and
           following it with passion. Since then, she has been speaking to
           companies and
organizations and helping businesses attain a high level
           of success. You can also visit her blog, www.radishsprouts.typepad.com,

           to see many articles on entrepreneurship, growing a business, balancing
           work and life,finding a purpose and more."

          Sean McCosh, SparkPeople Inc.

         
          JobsDirectUSA.com
         
"  After losing his job in late 2008, Carlos Gil turned to on-line networking
             where he discovered his calling to help others find jobs. Shortly thereafter
             Gil launched JobsDirectUSA.com, a US-based online job board, as a
             resource for job seekers to find jobs and connect with the companies
             and...”

 

  • Marketing & Public Relations

          Crystal L. Kendrick of the Voice of Your Customer

  • Fashion and Design

       a. Nicholas Paddock, Nicholas Gallery 
             
b. Diverse Images
                           
                 
Diversity At Its Best; When Looking & Feeling Good Become
         Effortless!  
 

  •   Event Planning

        a. Color of Love e-Newsletter

          "The Color of Love Bridal Expo will be an amazing day for brides to
         plan and shop with area businesses that provide wedding services and
         products. The event will feature an Exhibit Hall, a Hair Show
         produced by Mazuma Hair Salon, a Fashion show produced by
         England's Elegant Attire along with cultural and traditional wedding
         offerings to help create a meaningful and memorable nuptial experience.

           The Color of Love Bridal Expo is presented by Macy's.
         For more Information on Event Planning email Raye Kimberlin at
         rayekimberlin@thecoloroflove.net

       
        b. Chez Montier


        Chez Montier’s owner, Juan H. Montier III is an architect turned gourmet
        chef, whose award-winning designs for food, flora and décor have been 
        recognized by the nation’s elite as boldly exquisite and fiercely fresh!
        Currently, he is launching his own Lifestyle Show for the Food Network on
        cable TV. Juan says, “Through sharing my passion for food and design, I
        will
empower the world to live and eat well. My friends, family, clients and . . .”


        c. How to Start an Event Planning Service

       
"Put your party experience to good use by planning, designing and throwing
        events for private and corporate clients."


        For more on the event planning business click the links below:
        • Target Market
        • Startup Costs
        • Operations
        • Income & Billing
        • Marketing and Resources
 

         Minority Business

 

              Women Business Ownership

 

             College-preneurs

               Business eMedia

  •  Business Courier
    “The site features online commercial real estate listings, a special focus on business women…...”     

  •  Inc.com: The Daily Resources for Entrepreneur
    Inc.com, the website for Inc. magazine, delivers advice, tools, and services, to help business  owners and CEOs start, run, and….”

  • Cincy Business Magazine
    “The magazine for business professionals”

  • Entrepreneur. COM
    “Free Tools & Services for Your Business: Welcome to Entrepreneur Assist, a collection of . . .”

 

          Business Assistance

          Business Tools

  • Microsoft Dynamics, financial software (watch the video!)
    "Microsoft Dynamics' solutions automate and streamline financial, customer relationship, and supply chain processes in a way that can help you drive business success..."

  • BusinessKnowHow.com
    "Business Know-How is known for providing practical information tools and resources for starting, growing and managing small and home-based businesses...."

 

        Articles from A to Z

    1.      Exploring Careers in Business ownership

       a.   Pros & Cons of Buying a Business

       b.   Reasons for buying a Franchise

       c.   Its Strictly Business

 

     2.       Top Businesses & fastest growing industries

      
 a.   Top 10 New Franchises

          b.     Top 10 Franchises 2009

        c.    Top 50 Fastest Growing Industries

        d.    How are Franchisees Dealing?
               " The economy has many businesses in a slump. We spoke with
               several franchisees to see how they’re overcoming obstacles."

     

     3.        Partnerships & Legal Relationships

        a.   Advantages of Partnerships

        b.    Handling the Legal Aspects of Owning a Small business

 

     4.        Startups & Business Planning

        a.   How to start a Small Business

           b.    Time Management Tips - Kristine Geimure

        c.   A Standard Business Plan outline

        d.   Why Some Small Businesses fail

          e.   Business Model Design and Innovation

         f.   Owning Multiple Business

 

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