UGA Small Business Development Center in DeKalb

09/03/2026

"With the UGA SBDC, we have an advisory board at the ready to discuss short- and long-term goals to grow the business."

For Kate Badey and Safety Consultants USA, strategic guidance led to measurable growth, stronger operations, and new opportunities. Their story is a testament to the power of planning, learning, and adapting.
🔗 https://georgiasbdc.org/safety-consultants-usa/

09/02/2026

💼 Whether you’re just starting to brainstorm your idea or ready to turn your passion into a profitable venture, the How to Start a Business in Georgia program will give you a roadmap to success.

Leave with actionable steps, essential tools and resources to start your business on a strong foundation. Register now https://ugasbdc.training/dkb/0827-008

Program Details:
Date & Time: Thursday, September 10 at 10 a.m.
Location: State Farm at Park Center
Registration Fee: No Cost!
Thank you to State Farm for their generous support of this program!

08/27/2026

📍 Want more local customers to find your business? Leveraging AI to Boost Your Local SEO Strategy shows you how to use AI tools to improve your online visibility, strengthen your local search presence and stay ahead of the competition.

Learn practical strategies for keyword research, content creation, reputation management and smarter marketing decisions. Register today! https://ugasbdc.training/dkb/0854-001

Program Details:
🗓️ Date & time: Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 a.m.
Format: Live Webinar 🎥
🏷️ Registration fee: $29

08/26/2026

Strategy matters. With guidance from the UGA SBDC, Goebel Media scaled smart - expanding their team, growing their revenue, and opening a new office in Decatur in 2024. Read the full story: https://georgiasbdc.org/goebel-media/

08/25/2026

TOMORROW: 📊 If you’re using QuickBooks Online but aren’t sure you’re getting the most out of it, this hands-on class can help you build confidence with the tools you use to manage your business finances.

Ready to get more from QuickBooks Online? Register today!
https://ugasbdc.training/dkb/0247-019

Program Details:
🗓️ Aug. 26 at 9 a.m.
📍 Century Center Building 2200
🏷️ $99

08/24/2026

Veteran business owners bring incredible leadership and resilience to the business community. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect and discover new opportunities for growth at this no-cost Veterans Summit. 🇺🇸 https://ugasbdc.training/gwi/0852-001

🇺🇸 Calling all veteran business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs! Your military experience gave you the skills. Now learn how to turn them into business growth.

Join us for the inaugural Veterans Summit 2026, a no-cost half-day program covering veteran certifications, funding opportunities, government contracting and more.

🗓 Sept. 24
⏰ 8 a.m. to noon
📍 University of Georgia - Gwinnett Campus

Take the next step toward your business goals with us. Register today: https://ugasbdc.training/gwi/0852-001

This program is supported by the Georgia Department of Veterans Service, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Small Business Administration Veterans Business Outreach Centers.

08/21/2026

📊 Good financial habits start with the first dollar. As our class instructor, Todd Anduze puts it, “As soon as you put the first dollar into your business, you need to be using some type of accounting system.”

QuickBooks Online: Registration to Reconciliation will help you build that foundation with hands-on practice using QuickBooks Online. Learn how to record transactions, reconcile accounts and generate essential financial reports so you can better understand your business finances.

Ready to strengthen your financial foundation? Register today! https://ugasbdc.training/dkb/0247-019
Program Details:
🗓️ Aug. 26 at 9 a.m.
📍 Century Center Building 2200
🏷️ $99

08/20/2026

Strategic moves. Smart growth. Successful succession planning. Learn how the UGA SBDC helped David Douglas Diamonds & Jewelry build a legacy that will last another generation. Read the full story 🔗 https://georgiasbdc.org/david-douglas/

08/19/2026

📊 One week to go! If you’re using QuickBooks Online but aren’t sure you’re getting the most out of it, this hands-on class can help you build confidence with the tools you use to manage your business finances.

In QuickBooks Online: Registration to Reconciliation, you’ll learn how to set up an account, process transactions, reconcile your accounts and generate essential financial reports, including Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet statements.

Ready to get more from QuickBooks Online? Register today!
https://ugasbdc.training/dkb/0247-019

Program Details:
🗓️ Aug. 26 at 9 a.m.
📍 Century Center Building 2200
🏷️ $99

08/19/2026

Want more 📍 local customers to find your business? Leveraging AI to Boost Your Local SEO Strategy shows you how to use AI tools to improve your online visibility, strengthen your local search presence and stay ahead of the competition.

Learn practical strategies for keyword research, content creation, reputation management and smarter marketing decisions. Register today! https://ugasbdc.training/dkb/0854-001

Program Details:
🗓️ Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 a.m.
🎥 Live Webinar
🏷️ $29