Our Upcoming Events

Small Business Majority hosts frequent free events for small businesses in all stages and across industries. Here you will find upcoming events, training seminars and webinars hosted by Small Business Majority and our partners. Look below to find events about access to capital, policy updates, employer resources and more. If you don’t see an upcoming event that piques your interest, scroll down to find our on-demand options.

Bilingual business strategies: Boost sales by breaking barriers
Date:
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Time:
11:00am PT / 2:00pm ET

At over $1.7 trillion, U.S. Latino purchasing power is growing 70% faster than non-Latinos. This means that becoming a bilingual business can open up new and profitable opportunities to gain customers while building an inclusive community. This population has grown significantly recently, especially in rural areas where tourism, farming, ranching and agriculture thrive. Small businesses are vital in engaging this community and driving social and economic growth.

Join Verizon and Small Business Majority as we explore opportunities that add value to your business or organization by incorporating the Spanish language into your marketing and outreach.

Event type: General Small Business Webinar
Location: National
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Open Enrollment with Commissioner Conway/Período de Inscripción Abierta con el Comisionado Conway
Date:
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Time:
11:00am MT

Open Enrollment for healthcare in Colorado has begun! Join Commissioner of the Division of Insurance Michael Conway, Connect4Health Colorado and Small Business Majority to learn about open enrollment and the best choices small business owners and entrepreneurs can make for themselves and their businesses. During this event, you will learn:

  • All about Open Enrollment for healthcare
  • The Colorado Option health plan
  • How small businesses can buy healthcare for themselves and their employees

A Q&A period with the commissioner will follow the presentation. Presentation and content in both English and Spanish!

Partner Organizations:

Adelante Community Development, Basalt Chamber of Commerce, Black Business Initative, Center for Community Wealth Building (CCWB), Colorado Association of Family Child Care (CAFCC), Good Business Colorado, Gunnison Country Chamber of Commerce, Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute (RMMFI), Startup Colorado, The Fax Partnership, The Latino Chamber of Commerce of Boulder County, Valley Health Alliance

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El Período de Inscripción Abierta en Colorado termina el 15 de enero. Únase al Comisionado de la División de Seguros Michael Conway, Connect4Health Colorado y Small Business Majority para conocer acerca del período de inscripción abierta y las mejores opciones que los empresarios y emprendedores pueden escoger para su beneficio y el de sus empresas. Durante este evento, aprenderá sobre:

  • Todo acerca de el Período de Inscripción Abierta
  • El plan de salud Opción Colorado
  • Cómo las empresas pueden comprar seguros médicos para ellos mismos y sus empleados

Seguido de una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con el Comisionado. Presentación y contenido estará disponible en inglés y español. 

Partner Organizations:

Adelante Community Development, Basalt Chamber of Commerce, Black Business Initative, Center for Community Wealth Building (CCWB), Colorado Association of Family Child Care (CAFCC), Good Business Colorado, Gunnison Country Chamber of Commerce, Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute (RMMFI), Startup Colorado, The Fax Partnership, The Latino Chamber of Commerce of Boulder County, Valley Health Alliance

Event type: Healthcare, Workforce Issues, General Small Business, Minority Entrepreneurship, Fair Competition Webinar
Location: CO
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Empowering small business advocacy in Illinois
Date:
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Time:
10:00am CT

Are you passionate about creating change in your community? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on policy initiatives that affect small business owners in your state? Small Business Majority invites you to join our one-day workshop, "Empowering Small Business Advocates in Illinois," to learn about how you can use your voice as a small business owner to advocate for policies that support your community and your business. 

During this workshop, you will...

  • Learn how to advocate effectively for small business owners, making your voice heard
  • Develop key advocacy skills, from crafting compelling messages to creating action plans
  • Gain a deep understanding of Small Business Majority's policy initiatives and their impact on small businesses in Illinois
  • Connect with fellow advocates, share your thoughts, and actively contribute to the advocacy efforts in the state

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the change in Illinois and help small businesses thrive. Join us for a day of learning, collaboration, and advocacy. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of small business owners across the state.

Event type: Access to Capital, Paid Family & Medical Leave, Healthcare, Retirement, Minority Entrepreneurship, Childcare Workshop
Location: IL
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Navigating Open Enrollment: Your small business health insurance roadmap
Date:
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Time:
10:00am PT

Open Enrollment is a pivotal time for small business owners to explore their healthcare options. Join Small Business Majority and Blue Shield of California where we'll provide clear insights into the process of enrolling in the health insurance marketplace for coverage in 2024.

Key discussion points:

  • Understanding the health insurance marketplace: Gain valuable insights into Covered California, and discover how it can benefit you and your employees.
  • Eligibility criteria: Learn about the specific criteria that determine eligibility for enrolling in marketplace coverage.
  • Navigating the enrollment process: Navigate the CoveredCA.com platform with ease as we guide you through the step-by-step process for successful enrollment.
  • Required documentation: Find clarity on the essential documents needed to complete your coverage application.
  • Interactive Q&A: Interact directly with industry experts during our interactive Q&A session, where your questions about the enrollment process will be addressed comprehensively.
Event type: Healthcare, Business assistance Workshop
Location: CA
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On-Demand Webinars

Supporting a Technology-Savvy Modern Small Business Economy
Date recorded: Monday, December 4, 2023 | View recording »
Grant opportunity and more with Verizon Small Business Digital Ready interactive
Date recorded: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | View recording »
Open Enrollment 2024: Navigating healthcare options for your small business
Date recorded: Tuesday, November 14, 2023 | View recording »
A childcare funding crisis is looming - How will this affect business?
Date recorded: Friday, September 29, 2023 | View recording »
Be small business ready with the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience
Date recorded: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 | View recording »
The Bottom Line: Strategically Leveraging Debt to Build Your Small Business
Date recorded: Thursday, August 10, 2023 | View recording »
The Bottom Line: What You Need to Know About Accessing Capital
Date recorded: Thursday, June 15, 2023 | View recording »
Boost your business growth through brand building
Date recorded: Thursday, June 8, 2023 | View recording »
The Bottom Line: Back to Basics: Business management for childcare providers
Date recorded: Thursday, May 11, 2023 | View recording »
The Bottom Line: Second Chance Hiring: What it is and how to implement it successfully for your small business
Date recorded: Thursday, April 20, 2023 | View recording »