Webinar - Marketing Monday: SEO: Drive Traffic and Grow Sales

Approximately 93% of all web traffic is via a search engine. Are prospective customers finding your site or are you missing out on revenue opportunities? By optimizing your web site for search engines, you can tap into your target market when they are actively seekin......More

Approximately 93% of all web traffic is via a search engine. Are prospective customers finding your site or are you missing out on revenue opportunities? By optimizing your web site for search engines, you can tap into your target market when they are actively seeking information about your product or service. Search engines, such as Google, rely upon key drivers for ranking organic listings. Learn how these key drivers affect your organic and local search results and how you can connect with customers in a digital world! LEARN HOW TO: - Utilize Search Engine Optimization terms - Identify the key drivers of SEO drivers - Use key drivers to increase traffic - Utilize best practices for each of four key drivers

Virtual

Small Business Committee Meeting

The DeKalb Chamber Small Business Committee assists the Chamber with recruiting, educating, and mentoring small businesses. Create and identify opportunities for growth and facilitate partnerships to improve small business programs. Help identify opportunities in the pu......More

The DeKalb Chamber Small Business Committee assists the Chamber with recruiting, educating, and mentoring small businesses. Create and identify opportunities for growth and facilitate partnerships to improve small business programs. Help identify opportunities in the public and private sector.  This committee meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Some meetings may have been adjusted from their original schedule due to holidays or Chamber events.

VIRTUAL - Zoom link will be sent upon registration.

Is Your Concept Ready to Be Franchised?

Take your concept across Georgia and develop a franchise that operators want to buy. For new franchisors, implementing services across multiple locations can be an expensive and time-consuming process. Crafting a business concept in advance can save operating capita......More

Take your concept across Georgia and develop a franchise that operators want to buy. For new franchisors, implementing services across multiple locations can be an expensive and time-consuming process. Crafting a business concept in advance can save operating capital and protect small business owners from making poor investments.  Despite economic changes, well-designed franchises with strong brand recognition and customer loyalty can produce stable and increasing revenue streams. This course will explore core values from local franchises, highlight the initial costs associated with the first year of business, and examine the qualities of great franchisees. Leave with a strategy to expand your brand! LEARN HOW TO: Explore different types of franchise structures and how they organize operations. Discover franchise ownership benefits after selling your brand. Prepare proper documentation for franchise agreements. Equip your new locations for major expenses.

Webinar - Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certification Program

This webinar will provide you information on the certification process for the Woman Owned Small Business Certification Program.

Virtual

DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee Meeting

The DeKalb Chamber Executive Committee meets to discuss the important issues impacting the Chamber and the business community as well as approve upcoming business.

Virtual

Webinar - How to WOW a Lender

Is your business seeking a loan? Placing your best foot forward is vital to success! When approaching a bank for a loan, there are certain things you need to be aware of to be successful and to WOW your lender, especially in today’s environment. It's important to und......More

Is your business seeking a loan? Placing your best foot forward is vital to success! When approaching a bank for a loan, there are certain things you need to be aware of to be successful and to WOW your lender, especially in today’s environment. It's important to understand the questions you will be asked and the questions you can ask the lender. Knowing what they are looking for and understanding what is required of you is key. LEARN HOW TO: - Understand what questions a lender could ask a borrower. - Grasp the traditional thought process lenders use when reviewing a loan request. - Identify the questions to ask lenders to set up your business for success.

Virtual

Business @ Breakfast - Improving the Cash Cycle

In this session, Ryan Swanson, Business Consultant with the University of Georgia's Small Business Development Center, will review the receivables and payables cycles and discuss actions businesses can take to reduce the time between spending their cash and receivin......More

In this session, Ryan Swanson, Business Consultant with the University of Georgia's Small Business Development Center, will review the receivables and payables cycles and discuss actions businesses can take to reduce the time between spending their cash and receiving cash from their own sales. Ryan Swanson's Bio Ryan Swanson is a business consultant at the UGA SBDC in DeKalb. Ryan Swanson came to the UGA SBDC after 20+ years in Venture Capital and Private Equity. For the last 15 years Ryan was a Partner and COO of a family office that focused on sustainable business. He has a wide range of experience from serving as the CFO of an Icelandic geothermal power company, COO of a regenerative agriculture company in Southwest Vermont, to founder and President of a packaged food company in Georgia. Ryan started his career with Deutsche Bank where he was an analyst for an early-stage venture fund. Ryan received both a bachelor’s degree in Management and an MBA with a focus on accounting from Georgia Tech. He is also a charter holder of the Chartered Alternative Investment Association.

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

Webinar - Trading Up: The Basics of Trademark, Copyright, and Intellectual Property Protections

Whether you’re an inventor, an entrepreneur, an artist, or simply someone that has created a better mousetrap, this course will provide you with valuable insights and understanding of the important process of protecting your intellectual property. Why would you leave......More

Whether you’re an inventor, an entrepreneur, an artist, or simply someone that has created a better mousetrap, this course will provide you with valuable insights and understanding of the important process of protecting your intellectual property. Why would you leave your creations, your processes, or your intellectual assets open to theft? We will take an introductory look at patents, trademarks, copyrights, licenses and trade secrets so that you can better protect you and your business' knowledge assets. We look forward to embarking on this intellectual journey with you. LEARN HOW TO: - Identify the differences between trademark, copyright, and patents. - Evaluate what can be protected under the law.  - Be introduced to the different government agencies involved in protecting intellectual property. - Learn about steps necessary to make securing your intellectual property easier and more efficient. - Discover what information is needed for the process of licensing and enforcing ownership of your intellectual property.

Virtual

Ribbon Cutting at Dermatology Consultants

Join the DeKalb Chamber for a ribbon cutting at Dermatology Consultants. Dermatology Consultants offers complete dermatological care of skin, hair and nails for the entire family. Their practice encompasses a full array of medical, surgical and aesthetic services....More

Join the DeKalb Chamber for a ribbon cutting at Dermatology Consultants. Dermatology Consultants offers complete dermatological care of skin, hair and nails for the entire family. Their practice encompasses a full array of medical, surgical and aesthetic services.

Dermatology Consultants 315 W Ponce de Leon Ave Suite 600 Decatur, GA 30030

Webinar - Teaming Your Way to Contracting Success

In this class, you will discover the importance of teaming in the government contracting sector. You will learn how to collaborate with other companies to enhance your chances of securing government contracts. The course will cover various teaming structures, includi......More

In this class, you will discover the importance of teaming in the government contracting sector. You will learn how to collaborate with other companies to enhance your chances of securing government contracts. The course will cover various teaming structures, including joint ventures, subcontracting, and mentor-protégé relationships. Additionally, you will explore strategies for identifying, negotiating, and managing successful partnerships.  LEARN HOW TO: - Understand the Benefits of Teaming - Evaluate the different teaming models: - Joint ventures   - Subcontracting - Mentor-protégé relationships  - Gain insight into the legal aspects of teaming agreements  - Assess potential teaming partners  - Effectively manage the team to maximize performance

Virtual

Goutte Wellness Ribbon Cutting

You are cordially invited to celebrate our 1 year anniversary with Ribbon Cutting Event. Light refreshments will be served

2122 Vista Dale Court, Tucker, Ga. 30084

Chamber Closed - Labor Day

Clamber Office Closed

Membership Committee Meeting

The DeKalb Chamber Membership Committee helps to plan and evaluate the Chamber's overall programs and membership offerings including, but not limited to, workshops, seminars, and networking events. Also works to recruit and retain current and new members by managing and......More

The DeKalb Chamber Membership Committee helps to plan and evaluate the Chamber's overall programs and membership offerings including, but not limited to, workshops, seminars, and networking events. Also works to recruit and retain current and new members by managing and auditing the Member Contact Timeline, offer innovative ideas, and ensure all members are having a valuable experience. This committee meets monthly on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Some meetings may have been adjusted from their original schedule due to holidays or Chamber events.

VIRTUAL - Zoom link will be sent upon registration.

DeKalb County Small Business Summit

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Emory Conference Center Hotel 1615 Clifton Road NE Atlanta, Georgia 30329

Finding the Financing Fit for Your Business

Discover the right financing path for your small business in our one-hour webinar, Finding the Financing Fit for Your Small Business. Delve into the array of funding options available in 2025, from traditional funding to alternative options. This session guides you ......More

Discover the right financing path for your small business in our one-hour webinar, Finding the Financing Fit for Your Small Business. Delve into the array of funding options available in 2025, from traditional funding to alternative options. This session guides you through these choices, providing actionable insights and expert advice to help you make informed decisions. Gain clarity on navigating the complexities of financing, empowering you to drive your business toward financial success in the upcoming year. This session will help you identify potential pitfalls and learn proactive measures to overcome obstacles, ensuring a smoother financing process for your small business. LEARN HOW TO: Distinguish between traditional and emerging funding models, enabling better decision-making for your business's financial health. Analyze and align specific financing solutions with your business's unique requirements.  Assess the feasibility of different options and select the most suitable financing fit to fuel your business growth. Navigate the complexities and challenges associated with securing funding