FTCC Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

05/22/2026

05/01/2026

🚀 Reach Customers Online with Google 🌐

Want more customers to find your business online? Join us for this informative webinar and learn how to boost your visibility using Google tools!

📅 Thursday, May 7
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
💻 Online

👉 Register now: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460017

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔ How customers find your business online
✔ Basics of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
✔ How to promote your business using Google Ads Smart Campaigns

🎯 Hosted by the Fayetteville Technical Community College Small Business Center, this session is perfect for entrepreneurs looking to grow their online presence and attract more customers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your digital marketing to the next level! 📈

04/30/2026

🌐 Get Your Business Online with Google

Ready to help customers find your business online? Join us for this hands-on webinar and learn how to use Google My Business to connect with customers on Search and Maps! Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business digital and stand out online!

📅 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
💻 Register Online: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460016

👩‍🏫 Speaker: Alicia Herrin

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔ How to create or update your Google Business Profile
✔ Ways to increase your visibility on Google Search & Maps
✔ Tips to build a simple website for your business

👉 Perfect for small business owners looking to grow their online presence and attract more customers!

04/29/2026

This was a fantastic event for our local, small business owners! It is exciting to see and hear how we are able to support the community through the work we do at Fayetteville Technical Community College, the FTCC Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and the FTCC Small Business Center.

04/22/2026

Now is the time to ensure our small businesses are leading the way! Join Elaine F. Marshall for an impactful session on Empowering Small Businesses for Financial Readiness

📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Fayetteville Technical Community College – Tony Rand Student Center

👉 Register now: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/nvu6raf

This FREE event is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to build financially strong, scalable businesses.

Fayetteville has the talent, workforce, and growing population to become a powerhouse for small business. With continued investment in funding, resources, and support systems, the opportunity is here and now it’s time to build businesses that last.

At this session, you will:
✔ Ask questions directly to state leadership
✔ Gain expert insights tailored to NC businesses
✔ Connect with fellow entrepreneurs
✔ Learn how to build a financially resilient business

Let’s build a stronger, smarter, and more successful small business community right here in Fayetteville! 💼📈

04/16/2026

Master the Basics of Bookkeeping for Your Business!

Ready to take control of your business finances? Join us for an engaging webinar where you’ll learn how to properly track income, manage expenses, and build a strong financial foundation.

📅 Thursday, April 14, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
💻 Online Webinar

👩‍🏫 Instructor: Alicia Herrin

✅ Perfect for new and growing business owners
💡 Learn practical, real-world bookkeeping skills

👉 Register now: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460015

No Cost to NC Residents or Prospective NC Business Owners

04/01/2026

Join us on April 2, 2026, for “How to Find Your Customers.”

Market research isn’t just for startups—it’s an ongoing tool every small business needs to stay competitive. In this session, you’ll learn how to use market research tools to understand your industry, identify your ideal customers, analyze competitors, and test your business ideas with confidence.

Stop guessing. Start making informed decisions that grow your business.

📅 Date: April 2, 2026 6:00 PM
📌 Sign up at https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460014

03/19/2026

Struggling to find the right funding for your business? Join us tonight to learn about funding options, loan readiness, and smart financing strategies to help your business grow!

Financing Your Small Business
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
👉 Register here: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460013

Don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and move closer to your business goals!

03/10/2026

Today's the day but it's not late! Sign up for the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program starting at 6:30 pm.

Sign up at
https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460002

02/09/2026

🚀 ABCs of Starting a Small Business on a Limited Budget 🚀

Thinking about starting a business without breaking the bank? Join us for this practical webinar packed with tips, strategies, and resources to help you launch smart and affordably.

📅 Thursday, Feb 12
Choose the time that works best for you:

🕑 2:00 PM Webinar
👉 Register here: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460010

🕡 6:30 PM Webinar
👉 Register here: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=200460019