Upcoming Events to Celebrate Small Business Week

National Small Business Week kicks off on September 13th in the US, and we’re celebrating all month long. To honor your resilience and help your business succeed in the now, we’re hosting a few events filled with tips, advice, and expert insight. Even better? They’re free of charge.

So take a look at the schedule below, sign up for the sessions that interest you most, and let us know how else we can support your business. We hope to see you soon!

Upcoming Events You Won’t Want to Miss

You’re invited to three upcoming virtual events. 

• Creative Arts Business Coalition Meet-n-Greet: September 14th from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EDT
• How to Create Engaging Content That Leaves Your Network Wanting More: September 15th from 12:00–1:00 p.m. EDT
• How to Be Successful on Alignable: September 21st from 3:00–4:00 p.m. EDT
  

Below, find out more about each event to see if it’s the right fit for you. Make sure to register asap as spots fill up fast. 

Creative Arts Business Coalition Meet-n-Greet

Do you own a creative arts business like a pottery studio, dance academy, photography business, or copywriting service? If so, this is the event for you.

The Creative Arts Business Coalition Group is hosting a meet and greet on Tuesday, September 14th at 11:00 a.m. EDT.

Register to meet fellow creative arts business professionals, introduce yourself, and create a community around creativity. Member Jeneen Hammond is hosting the event specifically for creative businesses, so please only sign up if you fall into that category.

Head to the Creative Arts Business Coalition Group and click on the register button to sign up. 

How to Create Engaging Content That Leaves Your Network Wanting More

If you’re looking to expand your network and opportunities, you won’t want to miss this event. 

Hosted by resident marketing expert Maureen Plowman and featuring members Jane Maulucci and Helena Smolock, this session will dive into ways to build relationships and stay top of mind with your network by posting engaging content. 

You’ll learn:

• How to build a bigger, better network on Alignable
• Easy ways to increase engagement with your connections
• Tips for boosting your business reputation—and why that matters

And more! 

Attendance for this event is limited, so snag a spot before they’re gone. The event kicks off on Wednesday, September 15th at 12:00 p.m. EDT. 

Register for the event here or use the button below.

How to Be Successful on Alignable

If you’re new to Alignable or want to take your skills to the next level, join Alignable’s community manager Jacob Gross for an event jam packed with success tips. 

Jacob will walk you through best practices for using Alignable to build relationships and grow your business. You’ll learn:

• Tips for setting your business up the right way
• How and what to post on Alignable to build your network
• All about groups: Why to join and how to make the most of them
• Tangible next steps to take after the event ends

Head over to the Alignable Success Tips group to join and hit register to secure your spot.

What Event Are You Most Excited About?

We can’t wait to see you at one of the events in the next few weeks! Didn’t see anything that caught your eye? Let us know what events you’re most interested in and we’ll do our best to host more in the future.

Prep for the events by digging into the below articles:

• Content Creation 101: Your Guide to Posting Content on Alignable
• The Ultimate Virtual Events Guide for Small Business Owners
• How to Host Successful Virtual Events on Alignable
• Amp Up Your Community Virtually to Mobilize Main Street