Belleview CEP Calendar
There’s a special kind of alchemy that happens in the places we gather. Whether it's a porch at dusk, a folding chair under an oak tree, a church hall filled with laughter, or a kitchen steeped in the scent of something simmering — gathering spaces ... This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to ... ✨ Enjoy all of this for FREE: 🎶 Live DJ 🏰 Bounce house for the kids 🎮 Gaming truck 📸 360 Photo Booth 🎨 Face painting 💰 Inflatable money booth 🍹🍻 Free Alcohol & Beer (21+) 🎁 Prizes & giveaways 🍴 Food trucks will be ... Pedal with Purpose – Ride to End Alzheimer’s! Join us for a family-friendly cycling event dedicated to raising awareness and funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Whether you're a casual rider, a trail enthusiast, or up for an ... How do you create Social Media content that stands out in a world where there are floods of AI "resources"? Most are quite obviously AI and have been likened to the digital version of carrying a clearly knock-off designer handbag under the ... Intellectual property rights can cover a wide array of legal protections entrepreneurs may need to protect their unique products and services, their branding their company’s reputation and other intellectual assets. This webinar will cover the ... The presentation’s purpose is to educate and guide individuals on how to effectively utilize YouTube to organically attract and engage their ideal audience. Practical steps such as video generation techniques and using AI tools for editing, you ... Beacon RV & Boat Storage Open House & Tour In this session, you will learn how to: Reference Solutions is a set of databases that allows you to download records of your target market prospects for free. - Access Reference Solutions from home for free with your library card, - Identify ... In this workshop, we discuss what a credit score is, what makes up a credit score, how to create credit, how to recover from bumps in the road with your credit and how to protect what you have worked so hard for. Register: ... Join us to celebrate the new ownership of El Rinconcito Mexican Grill and Cocina ! Owning a franchise is one way to become an entrepreneur. A franchisor provides the planning, brand name and promotional support the franchisee needs to get started. Attend this workshop to see if a franchise is right for you. Have you always ... Email marketing is only as effective as your least engaged subscriber. That’s why having an interested and qualified list of contacts is vital to your business. Continuing to grow that list is just as important. We will give you strategies to ... A good marketing plan lays out the marketing actions you need to execute. For each action item, it should spell out the potential revenue, expenses and timing required to be successful in meeting your financial goals. This webinar will cover ... Fundraising event for Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center In most industries, a typical proposal generates a success rate under 25%. A great proposal generally results in close rates exceeding 50%. You’ll learn how to make your proposals much more effective, generating higher margins, superior ... Let’s be honest—social media can feel like a full-time job. But what if you could spend less time on it and get better results? That’s exactly what AI can do for you. In this SCORE session, I’ll show you how to use AI-powered tools to create ... Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan and uses a content template to help determine what goes into ... Whether you are making your first hire, or assessing if your employee’s salary is competitive, you may wonder whether the compensation, benefits, and non-monetary incentives of your roles are attracting the right talent. In this workshop, we’ll ... Is your sales pipeline running dry? Learn proven techniques to identify your ideal clients, build a robust prospecting process, and consistently fill your pipeline with high-quality leads. This session will give you the tools to create steady ... ¿Te sientes atrapado en las operaciones diarias? En esta clase descubrirás tres cambios estratégicos que te ayudarán a simplificar tu negocio y abrir espacio para escalar de manera más eficiente. Menos caos, más crecimiento. Register: ... Where are you struggling to stop that frustrating leak in your funnel? Where are you hitting a wall trying to communicate your product’s true value? That’s what we want to see. So we can help you out. Bring us your real-world marketing ... For people who want to obtain trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains many practical marketing tips. It will help you define your mission, ... Writing a winning grant-proposal for your nonprofit organization just got easier! Dive into the innovative world of grant-writing by harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Whether you’re a novice curious about AI or looking to ... Cuando los bancos dicen no" proporciona una visión general de las fuentes de financiación alternativas a las que los propietarios de pequeñas empresas pueden recurrir cuando los bancos dicen que no (lo que hacen en aproximadamente el 80% de los ... Frozen Kiwi - Two Year Celebration! Are you building a website for your business or hiring someone to do it? Then this webinar is for you. Join Jennifer DeRosa for a powerful session that breaks down E-E-A-T—Google’s essential framework for content quality—and learn how to use it ... This workshop will offer step-by-step demos of some tools you can use to create banner images or images for social media or a blog post, presentations, videos, and more. Wordart.com is a word cloud tool Pickochart.com is a tool for infographics ... Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ... Struggling to keep up with content demands to stay consistent without sacrificing quality? This interactive workshop will be a game-changing strategy where you'll learn how to create a content development process that can help you produce more ... According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the #1 reason for business failure is a lack of capital, cash flow, and funding. In this webinar we will discuss what businesses need to focus on to fix the overlooked details that stop over 80% of ... This workshop will cover five methods of product pricing with step-by-step instructions on how to implement them. The methods discussed will include: - Value Added Pricing - Cost Plus Pricing - Modified Cost Plus Pricing - Competitive Pricing - ... Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, September 24th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ... Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the opening of Reddick Park! Radiant CU 1-year Anniversary Scaling your business with Teaming Agreements & Subcontracting
This course teaches small business owners how strategic alliances, partnerships, and collaborative efforts can lead to mutual growth, enhanced market reach, and collective resilience ... For people who have limited knowledge or understanding of basic accounting and finance. This seminar is intended to explain the methods and need for financial tracking, control and generating the financial projections necessary to develop your ... This webinar, with small business attorney Laurie Lee, will cover the benefits and risks of using LLCs to hold real estate properties in Florida, including liability protection, tax advantages, and how to structure the LLC for multiple ... In this training I cover communication, teamwork, emotional intelligence, customer service, conflict resolution, respect & civility. It’s created for front-line workers that have to deal with customers and each other every day. Register: ... Belleview Business After Hours is a premier event where you can build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a seasoned CEP partner or just starting out, this event offers an ideal ... Crowdfunding is a new source of business funding as well as a way to get pre-sales of your products. This is a new and fast growing area that allows small businesses and average investors to get involved in an area that was previously open only ... Open House Celebrating 10 Yrs of Property Management Excellence Managing a nonprofit organization is different from managing a for-profit operation. While traditional management and administrative skills are required, nonprofit organizations require additional consideration due to engagement of the Board of ... This training is designed to help small and medium sized businesses understand the legal risks associated with human resources and how to mitigate those risks. The training will cover topics such as discrimination, wage and hour laws, wrongful ... It’s tough for small businesses to get funding. In fact, 80-85% of small business loan requests are denied by banks. So, what’s a small business owner to do when the bank says no? Find alternative funding sources! “When Banks Say No” provides ... Ever feel like you’re an imposter in your own business—and it’s only a matter of time before someone finds out you don’t have it all together? You’re not alone. In this impactful webinar, we’ll dive into how imposter syndrome silently holds ... Grand Opening To Public Ribbon Cutting 50% Off Everything Freebies Music Welcoming Lendmark Financial Services to the Ocala community. This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business. It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to ... If you need funding for your business and can't get on Shark Tank, register for this webinar! You'll learn what steps are required to get approved for and SBA loan. Specifically, you will learn: The importance of a written business plan How to ... Small business owners tend to under-utilize marketing research as they develop their products and strategies. This is often due to a lack of understanding of when research should be performed and what types of research to employ. This webinar ... If borrowing money, lenders will demand it. This workshop will show you how to estimate monthly sales and expenses using a free SCORE forecasting template. This workshop will cover the following topics: • How to estimate monthly sales • What ... In this workshop we discuss some banking basics for business including why it is important to have a separate business account from personal and we introduce a basic cash flow worksheet. We discuss how to grow your business through business ... Content marketing is more than just words — it's your opportunity to engage, inform, and inspire. By creating and sharing valuable content, you can position yourself as a trusted expert in your industry and build meaningful connections with ... For people who want to obtain trial by customers and growth for their business, whether it is a product, service or both. It explains various marketing strategies and contains many practical marketing tips. It will help you define your mission, ... This webinar has been developed for small business owners to provide basic information with respect to income taxes. This tax seminar will discuss the income tax impacts of the various choices available to form your business. The seminar will ... Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Cocoon Chiropractic with a special ribbon cutting! Our new Ocala office is dedicated to caring for pregnancy, pediatrics, and families with gentle, specialized care. We are excited to welcome you to ... Los bancos deniegan más del 80% de las solicitudes de financiación de pequeñas empresas y casi el 90% de las solicitudes de emprendimientos. ¿Pero por qué? Venga a conocer las cinco razones principales por las que su solicitud de préstamo para ... Casino Night Charity Fundraiser The holidays are complicated enough without having to think about how to keep up with all the holiday specials and everything else. Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday - and that's just 1 week in November! How can ... Designed for anyone who has done their business research, most of their marketing plan, and understands some basic accounting and finance. It explains the purposes and value of a plan, utilizing a content template to help determine what content ... Blessed Magnolia Open House & Ribbon Cutting Dive deep into LinkedIn prospecting techniques that work. This session will show you how to stand out, create connections, and secure meetings with the decision-makers who matter most for your business success. Register: ... We will discuss the major reasons for assembling a plan, whether or not you need to obtain financing for your business. We will cover what should be in your plan and how to assemble the information you need using library and other resources. ... We’re officially celebrating our membership and new building with the Ocala CEP and would love for you to join us! While Batterbee Roofing has been proudly serving Central Florida for over 30 years, we’re excited to mark this milestone with a formal ... Although you have a great idea, it is easy to miss the mark if you and your prospective customers have different views of what they need. In this webinar, we will learn how easy it is to conduct effective interviews with people in your target ... Tired of sending emails that get ignored? The key to higher open rates, better engagement, and actual conversions isn’t sending more emails—it’s sending smarter ones. And that’s exactly where AI comes in. In this SCORE session, I’ll show you ... How can employers leverage data analytics to gain actionable insights into their workforce? By transforming HR and performance data into strategy, organizations can strengthen hiring, retention, and productivity. This session demonstrates how ... Learn how to be known as The Best Employer in town! Whether it's reputation management, overly cumbersome application processes, poorly written job descriptions or treating an interview as some type of interrogation there are MANY ways that ... Managing a nonprofit organization is different from managing a for-profit operation. While traditional management and administrative skills are required, nonprofit organizations require additional consideration due to engagement of the Board of ... Marketing workshop How can you define your value proposition, optimize your LinkedIn profile, and leverage it for impact? What must you do to increase your nonprofit’s exposure, tell your story, and develop your networking strategies? Did you know: LinkedIn has ... This workshop provides a high-level overview of the online spaces available for major sources of funding and nonprofit resources. Divided into three sections, the discussion addresses the following objectives: (1) the best grant databases and ... Belleview Business After Hours is a premier event where you can build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a seasoned CEP partner or just starting out, this event offers an ideal ... Demystifying government contracting (GovCon) Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ... If you’re a small business owner or nonprofit leader trying to handle HR on your own, you’re not alone—and you’re not wrong to try. But as your business grows, so do your risks. HR missteps are one of the most common—and costly—mistakes small ... Banks deny more than 80% of small business funding requests and nearly 90% of start-up requests. But why? Come learn the top five reasons why your small business loan request was (or will be) rejected and more importantly, how to prepare ... Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us on the last Wednesday morning of the month, October 29th. CEP 101 is a complimentary, must-attend orientation for all new ... First impressions matter – how are YOU doing with your emails? This presentation will help you avoid common mistakes and maximize your emails for powerful impact! You’ll learn: • Branding beyond the logo – how placement, pictures, even colors ... Tired of marketing tactics that drain your energy (or your wallet)? In this practical and informative session, you'll learn how to set yourself apart from the crowd, attract high-quality potential clients without spending a dime, and network in ... Supervising others can be a tough job! Between managing your own time and projects, helping your team members solve problems and complete tasks, and helping other supervisors, your day can fill up before you know it. This workshop will help ... Wisdom for a World in Transition October 31 & November 1–2 Belleview Business Works event sponsored by SouthState Bank on September 4, 2025 at the Belleview Community Center from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Space is limited! Trinity Catholic High School's 7th Annual Jeans & Jerseys Tailgate Party Date: November 22 Time: 6 PM - 10 PM Stogies & Stooges: One Night, 3 Acts Comedy is your ticket to an unforgettable evening of premium laughs, big personalities, and three standout comedy acts all in one powerhouse show at the beautiful ... Are you a new partner or do you need a refresher on how you can maximize your benefits and services offered by the CEP? Join us for the last orientation of 2025. Due to the holiday season, this is a combined class for November and December on ... Belleview Business After Hours is a premier event where you can build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a seasoned CEP partner or just starting out, this event offers an ideal ... Arrive early so you have plenty of time to enjoy networking over breakfast provided by the Belleview High School culinary program. Breakfast opens at 7:45, presentation begins at 8:30, and you'll be on your way by 9:15a! Big thanks to ... Panel discussion, four construction company business owners.
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Free to attend- Open to all Marion County business owners.
For more information: evelyn@ocalacep.com
Where We Gather | MCA September Member's Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SCORE: Starting Your New Business
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Timber Ridge Tropic Like It's Hot Block Bash
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Pedal with a Purpose - A Ride to End Alzheimer's
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SCORE: HOW TO CREATE STAND-OUT SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT WITHOUT TAKING ALL DAY
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
SCORE: How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
SCORE: Embracing YouTube Framework
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Ribbon Cutting: Beacon RV & Boat Storage
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
SCORE: Using Reference Solutions to Grow your Small Business
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
SCORE: Helping Build and Repair Your Credit
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting: El Rinconcito Mexican Grill and Cocina
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
SCORE: Franchises - An Easier Way to Becoming Your Own Boss
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SCORE: Adv. Email Marketing: Grow Contact Lists, Personalize Messages & Create Reports
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
SCORE: How to Develop Your Marketing Plan
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
2nd Annual Taste of the Town
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SCORE: Proposals: World Class Techniques That Increase Success
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SCORE: Smart Social Media Marketing with AI: Save Time and Boost Engagement
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
SCORE: Building Your Business Plan
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SCORE: Offers and Salaries: How to Know If You Are Paying Fairly
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
SCORE: Filling Your Sales Pipeline: How to Find and Meet Your Ideal Clients
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
SCORE: Operativos Que Te Dan Libertad
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SCORE: Get Unstuck: Live Group Coaching on Your Advertising and Marketing Messages
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
SCORE: Marketing Your Business
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SCORE: The Art of Using Ai for Grant-Writing for Your Nonprofit
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
SCORE: Cuando los Bancos Dicen No
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting: The Frozen Kiwi two-year celebration
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
SCORE: The Business Owner's Guide to E-A-T (Expertise, Authority, Trust)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
SCORE: How to Create Snazzy Graphics for Social Media Step-by-Step Demo
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Belleview on the Rise - September 2025
7:45 AM - 9:15 AM
SCORE: How to Stay Consistent with Your Content Creation Without Burnout
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SCORE: Taking your Business From Survival to Scalable in 2025
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
SCORE: How to Set a Price for Your Product or Service
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Reddick Park Ribbon Cutting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Ribbon Cutting: Radiant Credit Union One-Year Anniversary
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
IMPACT Construction Academy
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SCORE: Building Your Financial Plan
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SCORE: LLCs for Real Estate Investments in FL: Structuring for Success and Protection
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
SCORE: Zeroing in on Specific Soft Skills for the Workplace
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Belleview Business After Hours - September
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SCORE: Is Crowdfunding Right for My Business?
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Real Property Management Diversified Open House & Ribbon Cutting
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
SCORE: Managing Your Non-Profit
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SCORE: Avoiding HR Pitfalls for Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
SCORE: When Banks Say No
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SCORE: Healing Imposter Syndrome for Faster Business Growth
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ribbon & Grand Opening for Elliano's Coffee - 60th Ave
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Ribbon Cutting for Lendmark Financial Services
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
SCORE: Starting Your New Business
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SCORE: Are YOU SBA Ready?
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
SCORE: Marketing Research: When and How to Use It
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
SCORE: How to Develop Your Three Year Financial Forecast
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
SCORE: Business Finance Basics
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
SCORE: Holiday Marketing
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
SCORE: Marketing Your Business
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SCORE: Income Taxes for Small Businesses
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Cocoon Chiropractic - Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SCORE: Las 5 razones principales por las que los bancos rechazan solicitudes de préstam
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Ocala Fort King Lions Club Casino Night Charity Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SCORE: How To Market Your Business During The Holidays
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
SCORE: Building Your Business Plan
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting for Blessed Magnolia Open House
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
SCORE: LinkedIn Prospecting: How to Get the Meeting with Your Ideal Client
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
SCORE: THE BUSINESS PLAN - What is it and Why DO I Need One?
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting for Batterbee Roofing
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
SCORE: Gathering Info to Support Your Business Idea
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SCORE: Personalized Email Marketing with AI: Craft Targeted Campaigns That Convert
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
SCORE: Data Analytics for Employers: Insights That Improve Workforce Outcomes.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SCORE: Common Pitfalls of Hiring
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
SCORE: Managing Your Non-Profit
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
SCORE: When You Know Your WHY – Your Marketing Has More Impact
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SCORE: LinkedIn for Nonprofits
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
SCORE: Accessing Grants, Sponsorships & Resources For Your Nonprofit
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Belleview Business After Hours - October
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
SCORE: Government Contracts 101: Understanding The Procurement Journey
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Belleview on the Rise - October 2025
7:45 AM - 9:15 AM
SCORE: DIY HR: Smart or Scary?
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
SCORE: Top 5 Reasons Banks Deny Business Loan Requests
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
SCORE: Email Marketing Best Practices
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
SCORE: Simple & Effective Lead Generation Strategies That Bring You Your Best Clients
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
SCORE: Supervising Others: A Survival Guide for the New Supervisor
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Wisdom for a World in Transition
Belleview Business Works
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
7th Annual Jeans & Jerseys Tailgate Party
Stogies & Stooges One Night 3 Acts Comedy Show
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
CEP 101 Partner Orientation
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Belleview Business After Hours - December
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Belleview on the Rise - December 2025
7:45 AM - 9:15 AM
IMPACT Construction Academy
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
