Start Your Business Series: Financial Planning & Budgeting
Gain clarity on startup costs, pricing strategies, and essential budgeting practices during the Start Your Business Series: Financial Planning & Budgeting Workshop | Virtual
Gain clarity on startup costs, pricing strategies, and essential budgeting practices during the Start Your Business Series: Financial Planning & Budgeting Workshop | Virtual
Streamline how your business runs. Learn how to design efficient systems for daily operations—from managing inventory and vendors to setting up workflows and customer service processes. We'll also explore how to create exceptional customer experiences that drive loyalty and referrals. You’ll learn: How to set up smooth day-to-day operations The importance of systems and workflows for […]
Stay compliant and informed. Understand your basic tax responsibilities as a small business owner, including estimated taxes, sales tax, and key deductions. You'll also learn the importance of financial statements and recordkeeping to stay audit-ready and make data-driven decisions. You’ll learn: Key tax obligations for small business owners The difference between personal and business taxes Common […]
Stand out and attract your ideal customer. This session covers the basics of branding, market positioning, and crafting your unique value proposition. Learn how to identify your target audience, create compelling messaging, and choose the right marketing channels to launch and grow your presence effectively. You’ll learn: How to define your brand identity and value […]
Pull it all together with confidence. In this capstone session, you'll refine your business plan and learn how to use it as a living tool for decision-making, funding, and scaling. We'll also cover goal-setting frameworks, growth strategies, and how to stay resilient as your business evolves. You’ll learn: How to write or refine a simple, effective […]
The City of Montgomery and the Montgomery County Commission, in partnership with Access Montgomery, SBOSS Montgomery, and Economic Development, proudly present the 2026 Small Business Awards Ceremony — a signature celebration honoring the entrepreneurs, small business owners, and local leaders helping shape Montgomery’s economic future. Hosted at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, this annual awards ceremony recognizes the […]
AI is everywhere—but figuring out where it actually fits into your business can feel like another task on an already full plate. AI Without the Overwhelm is a practical, beginner-friendly workshop designed to help small business owners understand how AI can save time, simplify everyday tasks, and support the work they are already doing. No coding. […]
Plate & Permit: Food Truck Accelerator is a five-day SBOSS Montgomery intensive for current and aspiring food truck and restaurant owners. Learn City and County permitting requirements, health and safety regulations, business planning, operating locations, and marketing. September 21–25 at Dream Makers Studio. Applications close September 10.
The SBOSS Montgomery One-Week Daycare Intensive is a five-day cohort for current, aspiring, and home-based child care providers in the City of Montgomery and Montgomery County. Move from home-based to licensed and compete for a $5,000 Technical Assistance Grant. September 21–25 at Dream Makers Studio. Applications close September 10.
Disaster Preparedness for Small Business is a free virtual workshop for Montgomery-area small business owners, hosted by REACH Women’s Business Center, an SBOSS Montgomery resource partner. Learn how to identify the risks inside your own operation, build a straightforward emergency plan, protect the records and data your business runs on, and get back up and running quickly after severe weather, power outages, cyberattacks, or supply disruptions. September 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM CDT. No fee.