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Small business trends. What to expect and how to adjust.
Join us virtually for Small Business Connect and Learn, an event designed to inspire small business owners and decision makers.
Leading the conversation is award-winning entrepreneur and philanthropist Natalie Cofield. She will cover trending topics such as remote work, reaching new customers and the right tech investments to grow your business. Natalie will be available online to answer your questions during the event.
If you are a small business owner or entrepreneur, attend this session and learn how to:
- Productively connect, collaborate and reach more customers
- Drive growth and scale your business
- Understand the technology needed to help your business thrive
- Navigate the small business landscape
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Microsoft joined the Small Business Digital Alliance (SBDA) as a national member in April, 2022, to deepen our investment in you. The SBDA provides small businesses with free tools, training, and other resources you need to continue to innovate and reach new customers. By joining the SBDA, Microsoft is reaffirming our mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.
SBDA drives innovation and business growth
The Small Business Digital Alliance is a co-sponsorship between the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Business Forward, Inc., a nonprofit organization working with local business leaders across America to create jobs and accelerate the economy.
Members of the Small Business Digital Alliance are among the nation’s most well-respected companies representing a wide range of specialized industries. Through SBDA, leaders and influencers in technology, business, and other aligned spaces help connect small businesses with critical digital tools and resources to fuel business growth. By bringing together major players, the SBDA aims to:
- Provide small businesses with access to competitive opportunities.
- Lower barriers to entry for all small businesses, with an emphasis on historically underserved and disadvantaged communities.
- Help entrepreneurs expand their networks so they can acquire new customers and build stronger relationships with vendors, lenders, and stakeholders.
As a Microsoft partner, this initiative will:
- Provide the tools and training you need to continue to innovate and grow your business—all free of charge.
- Connect you with potential customers looking for the digital tools and skilling you can provide.
Get started
Check out some of the free digital tools and training available to help you grow your business and scale for success, including Microsoft’s digital resources and the SBDA Digital Library.
Learn more about SBDA and get started today!
