Wednesday: Louisiana Small Business Development Center is hosting a workshop aimed at helping entrepreneurs prepare for retirement, Wednesday, Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. During the free session at Southern University’s main office, entrepreneurs will learn some best practices and methods on building retirement plans as a business owner. Register here.
Thursday: Capital Area United Way’s Women United Committee will host its annual Celebrate the Power of Women breakfast Thursday, Aug. 30. The event will include a panel discussion featuring inspirational women leaders as well as an awards ceremony to recognize women making a difference in the Capital Area. The breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at L’Auberge Casino and Hotel. Tickets for $25 and tables for $250 are still available here.
Sept. 6: Join BRAC next Thursday, Sept. 6, to hear panelists discuss local small business services and programs, with specific topics including: state programs available to small businesses, resources and databases available through EBRPL, investment readiness, accessing capital, and government contracting. The free event at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library on Goodwood will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
