LaBelle Small Business Growth & Opportunity Meetup

Join us in person for a fun and casual gathering where local entrepreneurs and small business owners come together to share ideas, network, and explore new opportunities. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, this meetup is the perfect place to connect with like-minded folks and get inspired. Don't miss out on the chance to grow your business and have a great time doing it!

## What You'll Learn

We'll explore practical topics including:

• Funding and financing resources for small businesses

• Cash flow and everyday financial planning

• Marketing and customer growth

• Building stronger referral networks

• Finding useful local and regional business resources

• Making smarter decisions as your business grows

## Ask Questions. Exchange Knowledge.

This isn't designed to be a one-way seminar.

You'll have opportunities to ask questions, discuss real business challenges, and learn from the experiences of other entrepreneurs and professionals.

During our **Business Connection Circles**, small groups will use guided discussion prompts covering topics such as:

• What's your biggest business challenge right now?

• What resources or funding would help you grow?

• Which marketing channels are working for you?

• What type of professional connection are you looking for?

## What You'll Gain

✓ Practical business-growth knowledge

✓ Expert insights and live Q&A

✓ Information about funding and business resources

✓ Opportunities to discuss your own challenges

✓ New local professional connections

✓ Potential referral and collaboration opportunities

✓ Knowledge shared by other entrepreneurs

Come with questions.

Share what you're building.

Leave with useful ideas, resources, and new connections.

## Support Local Learning & Connection

Want to help make programs like this more accessible?

Optional Community Support Contributions help support affordable educational programs, expert-led conversations, networking opportunities, and future Community Growth Exchange events.

Contributions are completely optional and are not required to attend.