The Small Business Center at Cleveland Community College is offering eight seminars this summer (2017) on Thursdays, 6:00-9:00pm, at the LeGrand Center in Shelby. "We want to continue giving all businesses and organizations in Cleveland County opportunities to improve their potential for success," said Steve Padgett, Director of the Small Business Center.

The summer schedule includes:
• July 20 - How to Start a Business--Identifying the ABCs

The summer series begins with Marketing Your Business. Market research isn't just for startups. Developing a focused and effective marketing plan requires up-to-date market analysis. Discover the variety of market research tools that will give you critical information about your industry and customer.
Everyone is invited to attend these FREE seminars. The fall schedule for small business seminars is being prepared at this time. Topics, dates and locations for these seminars will be announced soon. For more information contact Steve Padgett at 704-669-4146 or email him at padgetts@clevelandcc.edu.