Small Business Training

Small Business Training:

The CEF Small Business Training is a six-session course. Graduates come away with a complete business plan, knowledge to increase profits, and access to a network of micro-entrepreneurs. Attend the next training and you will learn skills you need to grow your business:

	Develop your idea
	Know your market
	Price your products and services
	Market your business
	Structure, Finances, Taxes

How do I join?

The training is free and open to all. The course is designed to enrich the abilities of all entrepreneurs, whether you are just starting or have been operating for years. We host classes in Chapel Hill and Durham, often on-site with community partners. If you think your neighborhood, organization, or association would benefit from a CEF Small Business Training, please contact us about hosting an upcoming course.

To sign up or learn more about CEF’s next Small Business Training, contact us at (919) 200-0233 or business@communityempowermentfund.org.

Support for Your Business as You Grow

So you’ve got a business plan, but what’s next? The CEF Business Incubation Program is designed to help you put your business plans into action. Whether you’re looking to get off the ground, develop your brand, refine your products, or just to get your name out there, CEF is here to help.

The Incubation Program offers special services to the graduates of CEF Small Business Trainings. We offer one-on-one consulting to micro-entrepreneurs to envision a stronger brand and new marketing strategy. This includes creative logos and graphic design by CEF staff! Here are just a few examples of logos designed by CEF to strengthen our graduates’ businesses:

To learn more about ways CEF can help you strengthen your business, contact us at (919) 200-0233 or business@communityempowermentfund.org.

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