LARGO, MD –The Prince George’s County Minority Business Development Division (MBDD) announces the June Training Schedule.  The outreach and educational programs hosted by MBDD are designed to provide information and resources to assist in the growth of the Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) of Prince George’s County.  Unless otherwise noted, all MBDD training events are free and participants can register at www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/minoritybusiness.  For more information, contact Denise Roberts at 301-883-6480. 

August 22: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Marketing Strategies for Your Business
This no-nonsense, real-world training workshop teaches the fundamentals of branding and its importance to an organization’s mission and business strategy.  Featured speakers for this event will be Julian Kiganda and Lo’an Sewer of Vibrant Design Group LLC.

This workshop series will demystify the term branding and demonstrate the importance of:
•         Identifying and defining your personal brand as the leader of your business or organization;
•         Recognizing what your personal brand tells clients and prospects about you – the owner;
•         How your personal brand impacts your company brand; and
•         How to turn your brand into new business and increase your bottom line; and much more.

Location:  1400 McCormick Drive
Conference Room 308
Largo, MD 20774

August 30: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

How SBA Can Help You Grow Your Business
Today, there is an incredible wave of social platforms (web-based and mobile) available and being used to engage customers, bringing more awareness to your business.  Most businesses—small and large—are using them.  If you don’t get with the program, you are sure to be left behind.

This workshop will lead you through the process of developing a social media strategy to ensure you select your tools and tactics in a way that makes sense:

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Google+ 
Instagram
You Tube
Mad Mimi
Sendible
 

You will receive hands-on instruction in how to use these specific social media tools, as well as how to set up a social media marketing strategy.

Location:  Largo-Kettering Library
9601 Capital Lane, Largo, MD 20772

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