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The Economic Development & Diversity Compliance Department at Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is excited to announce the launch of its 2024 Business Excellence Program. This comprehensive program is designed to equip local businesses with the skills and knowledge needed to successfully capitalize on the estimated $2 billion in upcoming business opportunities within the South Florida tri-county market.
The program consists of six engaging sessions spanning from October 17 to December 5, 2024. Participants are encouraged to register for all sessions. Attendees participating in at least four of six sessions will earn a Business Excellence Program certificate of attendance recognizing participation and commitment to the program.
"We are thrilled to launch the Business Excellence Program as part of our commitment to supporting the economic development of our community,” said BCPS Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn. “This program will provide local businesses with the tools and resources needed to succeed and contribute to the growth of Broward County.”
Each of the Business Excellence Program’s sessions will delve into essential business skills, including:
Session 1: Thursday, October 17, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m., Pompano Beach Cultural Center 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach
- Business Basics Bootcamp: Foundations of Business ▪ Strategic Planning ▪ Operational Efficiency
Session 2: Thursday, October 24, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m., Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar
- State of Small Business Funding: Navigating Your Funding Landscape ▪ Mastering the Art of Successful Funding Applications ▪ Building Bulletproof Financial Strategies
Session 3: Thursday, October 31, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m. (Virtual)
- Legal Launchpad: Crafting Your Business Structure for Success ▪ Navigating Rules for Business Success ▪ Mastering Contracts and Agreements
Session 4: Thursday, November 7, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m., New River Meeting Hall, 60 Weston Road, Sunrise
- Bond Boost: Access to Bonding ▪ Resources and Support ▪ Navigating Applications
Session 5: Thursday, November 14, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m., Flamingo Hall, 12855 N.W. 8th St., Sunrise
- Fast Track to Payment: Mastering the Local Government Invoicing Process
Session 6: Thursday, November 21, 2024, 4 – 8 p.m., Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd., Tamarac
- Trailblazer Talks: Acquire Insights and Learn Strategies from Industry Leaders
Graduation Affair: Celebrating Your Journey to Success – Thursday, December 5, 2024, 5:30 – 8 p.m.
Pompano Beach Cultural Center 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach
The mission of the BCPS Economic Development & Diversity Compliance Department is to create opportunities and support the local business community through education, resources and strategic partnerships. For more information or to register for the Business Excellence Program, visit browardschools.com/bep. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Jasmine Jones at jasmine.jones@browardschools.com or 754-321-0761.
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