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Workshops for Small Biz Owners

Mar 19, 2026

The Small Business Center at Rockingham Community College presents a free series presented by Ruben Gonzales, an author and well-known business workshop presenter in the region. These workshops are held online via Zoom, from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesdays through mid-May.

How to Start a Business 

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Learn key strategies for a business start-up such as financing and marketing as well as information about legal issues, licensing, zoning and operations. This seminar will also discuss how to evaluate the feasibility of your business idea. Discover the resources available to help you start and successfully operate your business.

How to Find Customers 

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Market research isn’t just for startups; it’s an important ongoing process for every small business. Get the data you need to test the feasibility of a new business, find the competition and potential customers interested in your proposed product or service.

How to Market Your Business

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Marketing for the 21st Century small business is more dynamic and challenging than ever. Discover how to most effectively and efficiently use the many marketing tools available and gain insights to understand and reach your customer. Learn to differentiate between branding, advertising, and grassroots marketing techniques.

How to Write a Business Plan

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

A business plan can be the most important tool a small business owner has. Learn how to turn your ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. This seminar teaches you the important components of a business plan and helps you lay the foundation for a winning plan. Discover how a business plan is used by potential lenders, the dos and don’ts of writing a plan and steps for making the process easy; whether for a new or expanding an existing business.

How to Find Financing for a Business

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Financing continues to be a challenge for many small business owners. Questions range from who will give me money for my business, how will my business make money, and what do banks look for when approving a loan. Get to the heart of business financing in this seminar that answers your questions. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of funding sources and how to choose the right one for your needs. Topics include bank funding, SBA funding, and crowd source funding.

How to Keep Records and Accounting

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Gain a workable knowledge of how to properly record financial transactions for your business. Discover the three most important financial reports and how to use them to make the best-informed business decisions and how these decisions affect your taxes. If you’re a new business owner or need a refresher on the basics of accounting, this seminar is designed for you.

How to Pay Your Small Business Taxes

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Nothing in business is as important than paying your taxes. This seminar explains the difference between the varied taxes a business encounters and how to navigate the complex tax system. The seminar also includes advice on the different business organizational structures and how each can affect how you file your income taxes and how much you end up paying.

To register for these or other free business workshops, visit https://www.ncsbc.net/center.aspx?center=75430.

For additional information, contact RCC Small Business Director Randy Hunt at 336-342-4261 ext. 2245 or HuntR@RockinghamCC.edu.