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10/21/2026

Know a small business that deserves national recognition?

Nominations are now open for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2027 National Small Business Week Awards!

From outstanding entrepreneurs to innovative manufacturers, exporters, veteran-owned businesses, and more, this is an opportunity to recognize the small businesses making a difference.

Deadline to nominate: December 7, 2026, at 3 p.m. ET

Business owners can nominate themselves, or someone else can nominate them!

Explore award categories, eligibility requirements, and nomination details: https://www.sba.gov/nsbw

For more than 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week (NSBW), which acknowledges the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.

09/18/2026

Your business numbers called. They want to talk.

Do you know what your numbers are telling you or are you just hoping everything looks good?

Join us at the next Winter Park Business Academy for Business Finances: Know Your Numbers and get a better handle on the financial side of your business.

You’ll learn how to:
- Understand cash flow
- Make sense of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, and Cash Flow Statement)
- Stay on top of essential financial records including tax filings, bank statements, and payroll records

No need to love numbers. You just need to know what they mean.

Come get to know the numbers behind your business!

Register today at https://cflbizlink.com/winterpark/

08/24/2026

The Seminole Chamber Business Resource Fair is a wonderful opportunity to meet with local resources that can help your business.

Register now and we can't wait to see you Thursday. Make sure to stop by our table and say hi!

Whether you're launching a start-up, growing your company, or exploring new opportunities, you'll connect with nonprofits, agencies, and experts offering free tools, strategies, and guidance to help your business thrive.

Join the Economic Development Committee, local city and county representatives, and a wide range of business support agencies for this free business resource fair and trade show.

Thursday, August 27th
4:00-6:00 PM

Seminole State College - Heathrow Campus - 1st floor main lobby!
1055 AAA Drive
Heathrow, FL 32746

Check out our Business Resource Partners and register here! https://business.seminolebusiness.org/events/details/business-resource-fair-39781

08/19/2026

Congratulations to Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream for being a Florida SBDC at UCF and Central Florida success story! It has been great to watch you grow!

08/18/2026

Want to do business with local government or major corporations? You need to be in this room.

Certification isn't the only path to opportunity. These organizations are looking for businesses that can meet their needs and your business could be one of them.

Hear directly from procurement leaders. Learn what they buy. Find out how to compete.

How often are Turner Construction Company, Orange County, Florida Government, Valencia College, Central Florida Expressway Authority, & Orlando International Airport (MCO) in one room for you to learn from?

Get your ticket to Built to Win to be in this room Built to Win Contracts.

https://btw828.eventbrite.com/

Looking for your next big customer? Start by meeting five major Central Florida buyers...all in one room.

At Built to Win on Aug. 28th, procurement representatives will share how businesses can become qualified vendors, what they buy, what they look for, and how to prepare for future contracting opportunities.

Hear from:
🏗️ Turner Construction Company 🏗️
✈️ Orlando International Airport (MCO) ✈️
🏛️ Orange County, Florida Government 🏛️
🎓 Valencia College 🎓
🛣️ Central Florida Expressway Authority 🛣️

This isn't about waiting for a bid to appear - it's about understanding the process, building relationships, and positioning your business before the opportunity comes along.

If you're serious about growing through larger contracts, you want to be in this room.

Get your ticket today to be in the room: BTW828.Eventbrite.com

Meet the buyers. Learn the process. Build what's next.

08/06/2026

We get asked about Government Contracting and Procurement opportunities so often, so the National Entrepreneur Center has created a wonderful opportunity for 5 major local buyers at Built to Win Summit on August 28th.
Early Bird tickets are on sale through tomorrow (Aug. 7) so make sure to get your ticket before prices go up.

Could your next big customer be one of Central Florida's largest organizations?

The Built to Win Contracts session at the Built to Win Summit gives you the opportunity to hear directly from procurement representatives from Turner Construction Company, Orlando International Airport (MCO) (GOAA), Orange County, Florida Government, Valencia College, and the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX).

Learn what these organizations buy, how to become a qualified vendor, and what it takes to compete for future contracting opportunities.

Whether you're just getting started with procurement or looking to grow your contracting strategy, you'll leave with practical insights and valuable connections that can help move your business forward.

Early Bird pricing ends Saturday! Register now before ticket prices increase.

Get your tickets: BTW828.Eventbrite.com

07/31/2026

Hear from representatives from Suncoast Credit Union, Regions Bank, BBIF, and Ascendus on how each funding source serves different business need and what their organization offers.

Register now for this FREE workshop in Kissimmee on Thur. August 13th starting at 11am.

National Entrepreneur Center City of Kissimmee Government
https://cflbizlink.com/necworkshop/

07/14/2026

Are you thinking of opening a business in Orange County?

Learn building safety requirements, inspections, permits, and occupancy considerations before opening your business.

The Opening Doors Workshop Series is designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners better understand Orange County services and processes that may impact their business.

Topics include:

Understanding building safety requirements before opening a business
Building permits and plan review processes
Commercial inspections and occupancy requirements
Common building code considerations for businesses
Resources available through Orange County Building Safety staff

Learn building safety requirements, inspections, permits, and occupancy considerations before opening your business.

07/13/2026

Are you a nonprofit organization looking for ways to raise money to ensure your mission can continue?

Do not miss this FREE workshop tomorrow to learn proven strategies for a successful fundraising

Edyth Bush Institute for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership SCORE Mentors

Tomorrow is the day.

It’s not too late to register for The Winner’s Secret to Mastering Giving Tuesday for Nonprofits...a free webinar designed to help nonprofits walk away with proven strategies, real-world examples, and a plan to make this Giving Tuesday their most successful one yet.

Register: CFLBizLink.com/WinterPark

07/09/2026

Have you thought about opening a business? Don't sign that lease just yet!

A great location isn't just about visibility, it also has to be properly zoned for your business.

Join Orange County, Florida Government Business Resource Office throughout July for their 4-part Opening Doors Workshop Series. Learn how to avoid common mistakes that can delay your opening or cost you money.

The first workshop is Monday, July 13th - Understanding Zoning Before You Open Your Business.
Walk away knowing:
✅ How zoning affects your business location
✅ Whether a property is right for your business
✅ Variances and special exceptions
✅ Business Tax Receipt (BTR) requirements
✅ Common zoning issues and how to avoid them

If you're starting, relocating, or expanding a business in Orange County, this workshop is for you!

🎟️ Register today and open your doors with confidence.
https://tinyurl.com/bdfz6mke

Know someone looking to open a business in Orange County - tag them so they don't miss this opportunity!