Small Business Summit 2020

Whether it's a natural disaster, social unrest, or global crisis, one thing is certain: cyber criminals will be there to take advantage of the situation and prey upon the vulnerabilities, fears, and generosity of citizens and businesses. During this talk, led by the National Cyber Security Alliance's Director of Education and Strategic Initiatives, we will explore some of the ways cyber criminals take advantage of crises and what businesses and individuals can do to reduce their risks of falling victim.

We have more reasons than ever to practice mindfulness, a set of practices proven by clinical research to reduce stress levels, increase the release of beneficial hormones, and boost indicators of happiness. In this 25 minute workshop, learn the basic concepts of Mindfulness as well as how to get started with a mindfulness practice, because practice is the name of the game; just like brushing your teeth, mindfulness only works when done regularly! Bring just yourself and find a quiet, comfortable place to sit and try out some meditation and other stress-busting techniques in this experiential workshop.

As a small business owner, you know that things always change, and you need to keep up and adapt on the fly in order to be successful. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has a wide variety of programs and resources that are available to help your small business no matter what it may need. The best part of this is that they are all provided to you free of charge. Join this session to learn about all the assistance that is out there to help your small business without having to open your checkbook!

During these unprecedented times, the SBA has been there to assist small businesses around the country. From disaster relief programs, to technical assistance from industry experts, the SBA is here to guide your small business through these uncharted waters as well as provide assistance in how to change and adapt your business model to ensure your doors stay open. From access to capital, to free expert counseling, to opening doors in government contracted, let us help you on your path to small business success.