Ribbon Cutting at Xfinity Tucker

Join the DeKalb Chamber for the grand opening and ribbon cutting at a brand-new Xfinity store in Tucker, GA!

Xfinity 2174 Henderson Mill Rd, Ste 12D Atlanta, GA 30084

Webinar - How to Increase Profits and Sales

(Be More Profitable Than your Competition) How your products or services compare with others in your industry can make a huge difference in how profitable you are. The typical approach is to “out feature” your competition, however, there is an alternate targeted mar......More

(Be More Profitable Than your Competition) How your products or services compare with others in your industry can make a huge difference in how profitable you are. The typical approach is to “out feature” your competition, however, there is an alternate targeted marketing strategy known as Blue Ocean fishing. You will learn how to separate yourself from your competition and reduce your costs in the process. In the end, your offerings are made more desirable and more profitable. In this workshop, you'll create your own Blue Ocean strategy canvas comparing yourself against your competition and exploiting the opportunities you uncover. Attendees will learn: - The difference between a red ocean and a blue ocean - How to quickly determine where your competitors are not - How to add value to your offerings while reducing cost - How to create a strategy map - Why getting rid of unnecessary features is a good thing - How to find and exploit the needs your customers have but haven’t asked for About our Instructor Peter Hildebrandt is a serial entrepreneur and product development professional. Having started and sold several small businesses and consulted with many large companies, he loves business. His startups have included 3D molecular modeling, weather forecasting, gourmet brownies, photo processing software, and more. From 2000 until 2013, he was responsible for long-range research, product development, product marketing, and intellectual property for a division of Steelcase (a Fortune 500 company). He currently owns a manufacturing business (Aria Lights) which makes music stand lights for professional musicians and a consulting practice (Covetability) which helps companies choose the right products to build. 

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Networking Lunch at The Virtual Office Group

Join us for an afternoon of business introductions, connections and conversation with a sponsor presentation from The Virtual Office Group. Make sure you register today!   

The Virtual Office Group 925 Main Street Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Activating Your AI Strategy: A Practical Roadmap

Activating Your AI Strategy: A Practical Roadmap Join us for an informative online session where you'll learn how to develop a strategic AI roadmap tailored to your small business. This briefing will guide you through aligning AI initiatives with your team, operation......More

Activating Your AI Strategy: A Practical Roadmap Join us for an informative online session where you'll learn how to develop a strategic AI roadmap tailored to your small business. This briefing will guide you through aligning AI initiatives with your team, operational workflows, and revenue objectives. Event Details: Date: June 24th, 2025 Time: 2:00 - 2:30 PM EDT   Sign up here to secure your spot. Seats are limited. https://tinyurl.com/AIBriefing-20250624   Don't miss out on this valuable session. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/EclipseAIVideo20250624   We hope to see you there!   #Webinar #Briefing #LiveEvent #AIForSmallBusiness #AIImplementation #BusinessStrategy #AIProductivity #DigitalTransformation #Operations #SmartBusinessGrowth #AIWebinar #TechForBusiness #AIInsights #FutureReadyBusiness #AIInAction #SmallBizSuccess #AITraining #StrategicInnovation #ManagedServiceProvider  

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Business @ Breakfast - Going First: Growing A Culture of Leadership Character

Going First is a leadership character development program designed by Turknett Leadership Group. Using well-researched behavioral science principles balanced with inspiration, anecdotes, interactive activities, and examples of positive and negative behaviors, thi......More

Going First is a leadership character development program designed by Turknett Leadership Group. Using well-researched behavioral science principles balanced with inspiration, anecdotes, interactive activities, and examples of positive and negative behaviors, this training focuses on how to:  • Lead with Character and Integrity • Take Personal Responsibility for your Organization’s Success • Help Break Down Silos and Encourage Cross Departmental Collaboration Going First is applicable across all levels and departments in an organization.  The program develops each person as a leader and encourages an ethical, accountable, and respectful culture.  Going First is based on the Leadership Character Model TM, a model developed in 1995 by Bob and Lyn Turknett, founders of Turknett Leadership Group.  Their experience has proven that true leadership is grounded in character, and that character is built on a strong foundation of integrity, and a balance of respect and responsibility.  When Leadership Character is developed at all levels, everyone thinks like an owner and takes personal responsibility for the organization’s ethics and financial success. Tim Huff's Bio: Tim Huff is the President and CEO of Turknett Leadership Group, a 37-year-old company based in Atlanta with executive coaching and leadership development corporate clients across the United States and in several countries. With over 30 years of experience, Tim built his leadership foundation serving 14 years as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army and National Guard, including graduating from Ranger School, the Army's premier Infantry Leadership school. He capped his service with a year in Afghanistan as the Chief of Operations for a brigade responsible for training and maintaining the Afghan National Army. Always fascinated with the power of technology, Tim began a career in Information Technology with The Walt Disney Company in Orlando, Florida. After ten magical years at Disney, he relocated to Atlanta, GA, and continued his technology career in increasing levels of responsibility at Macy*s, CRH Americas Materials, and Owens and Minor. Having a passion for helping leaders and executives harness the greatness that exists within themselves, Tim became a certified Executive Coach and launched Platinum Level Leadership in early 2020. Enjoying success and fulfillment as an independent coach, he decided to transition from being a fulltime IT leader to fulltime coach in early 2022, with an invitation to join Turknett Leadership Group as Vice President of Leadership Development. In this role, Tim served as an executive coach for dozens of clients and created new service offerings to help expand the business. Taking the role of President in mid-2023 and President and CEO in January, 2024, he is excited to spread Leadership Character around the world, creating leaders everywhere who live and lead with integrity, respect, and responsibility! Tim lives in Cumming, Georgia, with his wife, Kristin. He loves all kinds of music and enjoys hiking in the north Georgia mountains.

DeKalb Chamber of Commerce 1484 Brockett Rd. Tucker, GA 30084

Webinar - Branding 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Build It

Your brand is more than just a logo—it's the foundation of how your business is perceived and remembered. In this Live Online Workshop, you'll be instructed in the essentials of branding and why it is critical to business success. We'll break down the core components o......More

Your brand is more than just a logo—it's the foundation of how your business is perceived and remembered. In this Live Online Workshop, you'll be instructed in the essentials of branding and why it is critical to business success. We'll break down the core components of an effective brand and guide you through the steps to create one that truly represents your mission and connects with your audience. What you’ll learn: - What a brand is and why it matters - How a strong brand benefits your business - The key elements needed to build a brand - What goes into shaping a brand identity - How branding influences your marketing efforts - The step-by-step process of developing a brand Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your existing brand, this workshop will give you the clarity and tools you need to stand out. About our instructor B. Zachary Bennett, the principal behind Reformation Productions, a full service marketing agency located in Gwinnett county, comes with a 20+ year career in marketing and advertising, working to grow major companies like Bank of America, The Limited, Vectren Corporation, TruGreen-ChemLawn, Dick's Sporting Goods, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Campbell's Foods, Gwinnett Medical Center, Victoria’s Secret, St. Vincent's Medical Center, Home Depot, BP, and more. He has dedicated his time and efforts to educate small business professionals on the way the Straight Line Marketing process has been perfected by Fortune 500 companies and how to apply it to their companies in ways they can afford.

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Webinar - Grants for Small Business: Myths vs. Realities

Remember the guy with the $$$ suit yelling on TV the government has money to give away? The honest answer is no, they aren’t giving money to everyone that ask, but there is grant money for people that qualify. Learn about where to find grant programs that are availab......More

Remember the guy with the $$$ suit yelling on TV the government has money to give away? The honest answer is no, they aren’t giving money to everyone that ask, but there is grant money for people that qualify. Learn about where to find grant programs that are available and what are the steps needed to apply. This course will be taught by Daniel McCoy, Business Consultant for UGA SBDC at Kennesaw State University, who holds four certificates in various grant writing courses and has worked with for profit companies, non-profits and churches in seeking grant funds. Join us for this webinar to learn the ins and outs regarding grants. LEARN HOW TO: - Identify what grants are available to small business - Search for eligible grants - Qualify for grants. - Navigate the steps to apply for grants

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Patents, Trademarks, and Copyright Basics Class

This DeKalb County Public Library class will provide you with the knowledge of how patents, trademarks, and copyrights can protect your creations and business ideas. This class is free and open to the public, and will be held at the County Line-Ellenwood branch. Please ......More

This DeKalb County Public Library class will provide you with the knowledge of how patents, trademarks, and copyrights can protect your creations and business ideas. This class is free and open to the public, and will be held at the County Line-Ellenwood branch. Please register for this class on the events page on the DeKalb County Public Library website. Please note that there is a wait list for this class, however, please go ahead and register as we will be adding spots for everyone who registers.

County Line-Ellenwood Library 4331 River Road Ellenwood, GA 30294

Train Your AI: SMART Prompts = Smarter Results!

Presented by: Char Ross, Strategic Brand Manager, iBrandNDesign  If your AI isn’t delivering what you need, it’s time to rethink how you prompt it. The truth is, AI follows a simple......More

Presented by: Char Ross, Strategic Brand Manager, iBrandNDesign  If your AI isn’t delivering what you need, it’s time to rethink how you prompt it. The truth is, AI follows a simple rule: Garbage In, Garbage Out (GIGO). When you give unclear, vague, or poorly structured prompts, your AI can’t generate strong responses. But when you apply the SMART method, you get high-impact, precise results every time! Avoid GIGO—Upgrade Your Prompts ? Specific ? Measurable  ? Achievable ? Relevant ? Timely When you avoid GIGO and craft SMART prompts, you take control of your AI’s output—giving you better, faster, and more effective results. This shift will change how you manage your workload. No more wasted time on weak responses—train your AI the right way, and watch your productivity soar! ******************************************************** A Business SMART Start GROW Enlightenment Workshop "Business SMART Start GROW" is an enlightening workshop series designed to equip entrepreneurs with essential knowledge and insights. Covering a broad range of educational and informational topics, this series aims to inspire and empower participants to create their own business masterpieces. It will host various speakers presenting operational, branding, marketing, and financial strategies to elevate your entrepreneurial journey.

Online: virtual zoom workshop

Excel For Entrepreneurs: Formulas and Functions

This is a free DeKalb County Public Library class that will teach you the basics of how to use formulas and functions in Microsoft Excel. This class will teach you how to use formulas and functions to calculate such things as totals and percentages in your budget relate......More

This is a free DeKalb County Public Library class that will teach you the basics of how to use formulas and functions in Microsoft Excel. This class will teach you how to use formulas and functions to calculate such things as totals and percentages in your budget related spreadsheets. Please register for the class on the events page on the DeKalb County Public Library website. Please note that there is a wait list for this class, but, please go ahead and register as we will try to admit everyone who signs up for the course. We will have laptops available for the first 20 registrants. 

County Line-Ellenwood Library 4331 River Road Ellenwood, GA 30294