Attorney Larry Donahue discusses the topic of LLCs, (the pros and cons) as well as the absolute importance of a specific operating agreement that is crafted specifically for your type of business. Well-formed LLCs coupled with a strong Operating Agreement can save your business thousands of dollars and allow you, the business owner, to manage your growing business with confidence.   Wednesday May 3, 2023 12noon MDT Special Guest Speaker Larry Donahue, Esquire Mr. Donahue is a seasoned high-tech business executive and 25-year attorney, with a focus in contracts, negotiations, business transactions, intellectual property and Internet law.  He has over 25 years of business development and IT consulting experience. His former clients (as a consultant) ranged from small startups to the Fortune 50, including GE Capital, Bank One, IBM and Amadeus.

Considerations for Going Global

Wednesday, May 3rd at 3pm ET

Register here for the virtual event

Please join the New Mexic OUT Business Alliance for an introductory webinar on global trade and learn how the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), the U.S. Commercial Service, and the Small Business Administration (SBA) are helping small businesses begin their export journey and increase their international sales.

Each year, thousands of U.S. companies boost their bottom line and competitiveness by meeting world demand for innovative, quality products and services.

This webinar will focus on how U.S. firms can gain greater market access by exporting and what to consider to ensure your company is ready to conduct business internationally. Topics will include:

• Discussions to be had before “going global”

• How to begin developing international business strategies

• The U.S. Commercial Service’s Global Diversity Export Initiative

• Resources from the Small Business Administration for new-to-export companies

The webinar will be held via Webex. Participant instructions will be distributed following registration.
Please reach out to education@nglcc.org with any questions. Thank you!

Why are your sales lagging? Are you having trouble closing deals? You don’t have to be an extrovert to be great at sales. It's time to take a look at the way you are communicating with potential clients. Bring your sales questions to this live, interactive Q&A event with our local expert, Eddy Mindlin. He’s got decades of experience and firsthand knowledge as a small business owner. He’s also a certified SCORE mentor.  You'll get individual attention in a small group setting. Fee: Free.

Brought to you by Bank of America

In this presentation, learners will discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help.

Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. We’ll show how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile.  We’ll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on Google. In this session we’ll show you how to:

• Highlight products on your Google Business Profile

• Use Pointy to promote in-store inventory with your point of sale system

• Use Google Merchant Center to showcase in-store and online product inventory

It's time--the NMPHA 2023 Annual Conference (virtual, May 18-19) is open for registration. We'd love for you to join us! Register here: 2023 NMPHA Conf Registration

This is a virtual, interactive experience with keynote speakers, learning sessions, networking and thriving sessions to boost your wellness. 

Questions? Contact leah.sanchez@nmpha.org

https://www.nmpha.org/2023-NMPHA-Annual-Conference

With the right tools and international marketing strategy, businesses are expanding globally to meet new demands. This workshop introduces Google's Market Finder, a free tool that can help you identify new international business opportunities and plan for success.  In this workshop, we’ll:

• Discuss the benefits of exporting

• Introduce Google Market Finder

• Show you how to use the tool to explore other markets

Register to Attend, Pitch, or Showcase

STARTUP FIESTA

What’s happening?

• Fast Pitches – High-energy, 60-second pitches from 6 entrepreneurs competing for services and $1000 cash.
• Startup Showcase – Meet 15 New Mexico startups
• Featured Founder – Hear the story of a successful NM entrepreneur
• Raffle
• Eat, Drink, Socialize – Free heavy appetizers & dessert. Cash bar for Drinks (pending a drink sponsor)

FREE for all to attend! Thanks to funding from the City of Albuquerque.

Agenda

• 5:00 PM:  Doors Open & Showcase
• 5:30 PM:  Fast Pitches & Featured Founder
• 6:00 PM:  Showcase
• 8:00 PM:  See you next time!