Are you ready to turn your vision into a reality? Join us on the beautiful campus of FGCU, where our 2025 Biz Expo is being presented jointly by SCORE Southwest Florida & SCORE Naples.
Date
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time
9:15 am - 4:00 pm
Cost
$50.00/person
Are you ready to turn your vision into a reality? Join us on the beautiful campus of FGCU, where our 2025 Biz Expo is being presented jointly by SCORE Southwest Florida & SCORE Naples. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an emerging business leader, this conference is your gateway to discovering the latest trends, networking with community business leaders, and gaining practical insights from successful business professionals and SCORE mentors. At the close of the conference, you'll walk away empowered to take your startup to the next level.
Tailored for first-time entrepreneurs, this series of four 70-minute presentations teaches you the essentials of starting your business with guidance from SCORE mentors and industry experts.
- Self-Assessment: Understand your readiness to start a business
- Market Research: Learn how to assess the viability of your business idea
- Business Plans: Craft a solid business plan
- Financial Projections: Create realistic financial forecasts for your startup
- Funding Options: Explore ways to secure funding for your venture
Don't miss the chance to be part of a community that’s shaping the future of business! Seats are limited! Register now. This event is not affiliated with, or sponsored by, FGCU.
Caution: This event is geared to start ups only. If you are the owner of an existing business do not register for this event. Instead register for our concurrent event: Simple Steps for Growing Your Business.
- Learn about the entire process of starting a business
- Learn how to write a business plan
- Talk to and learn from industry professionals who can help with key issues regarding legal, accounting, marketing, funding & human resources
Event Program
| Times | Events Day Of |
|---|---|
| Times9:15-9:40 am | EventsRegistration/Exhibits |
| Times9:40-9:50 am | EventsIntroductions |
| Times9:50-10 am | EventsWelcome Message |
| Times10-11:10am | EventsSession 1 -Self Assessment -Market Research -Business Plans |
| Times11:10-11:20am | EventsBreak/Exhibits |
| Times11:20am-12:30pm | EventsSession 2 -Financial Projections -Funding Options |
| Times1-2:10pm | EventsSession 3 -Marketing |
| Times2:10-2:20pm | EventsBreak/Exhibits |
| Times2:20-3:30pm | EventsSession 4 -Equipping & Hiring -Go or No-Go |
| Times3:30-4:00pm | EventsRaffles/Exhibits |
Directions
Once on campus, follow the SCORE event directional signage to Cohen Student Union. Park at Parking Garage PG1.
Presenters
