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SUMMARY:Exploring SCORE Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Book Giveaway: At the end of the event\, we are giving away one copy of The 9% Edge by Candy Valentino. \nExpert advice. Local support. Real stories of business success. \nJoin entrepreneurs and small business owners for an interactive discussion about how SCORE can help you start\, manage\, and grow your business. This roundtable\, facilitated by the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center resident mentor\, features insights from an experienced SCORE mentor. Learn how to connect with a mentor\, access free resources\, and make the most of this powerful network of business support. \nSeating is limited\, please RSVP in advance. \nBenefits of Attending: \n\n\nLearn how SCORE mentoring works \n\n\nGet tips on  how to get effectively matched with a mentor \n\n\nExplore free SCORE tools for entrepreneurs \n\n\nBuild connections with mentors and peer \n\n\nHighlights: \n\n\nFree event\, no membership required \n\n\nOpen to anyone exploring or starting a business \n\n\nPractical\, discussion-based format \n\n\nSupportive and welcoming environment \n\n\nHosted at the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center with light refreshments \n\n\nNetworking \nThe Center stays open 30 minutes after the event for you to network with the other participants. \nRoundtable Host \nDavid McCulloch  \nDavid helps entrepreneurs start and grow businesses as the resident mentor at GEC. His areas of expertise include strategic planning\, business development\, marketing\, and related legal matters. David has over 30 years of experience in senior leadership. \nGiveaway Sponsor  \nThank you to our giveaway sponsor\, Double Cakes by Chris.  \nDelicious designer cakes at www.doublecakes.com \nEvent Contact:  \nGreg Goebel\, ggoebel@ggc.edu 
URL:https://blackchambergwinnett.com/event/exploring-score-roundtable/
LOCATION:Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center\, 405 North Perry Street\, Lawrenceville\, GA\, 30046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black-Owned Businesses,Gwinnett County,Small Business
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SUMMARY:Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) monthly meeting. The event is open to the public and in-person. \nWho should attend? Black entrepreneurs in Gwinnett County! \nRegister to attend the next GCBCC meeting – https://events.humanitix.com/gwinnett-county-black-chamber-of-commerce-gcbcc-monthly-meeting. \nBecome a member of GCBCC today – https://blackchambergwinnett.com/products/gcbcc-memberships-annual/. \nSign up for Blackpreneurs\, the GCBCC Black-own businesses directory at https://www.blackpreneurs.org/. \nQuestions – call Renee at 404.590.4716.
URL:https://blackchambergwinnett.com/event/gwinnett-county-black-chamber-of-commerce-gcbcc-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:The Wing Suite\, 3370 Sugarloaf Pkwy.\, Lawrenceville\, GA\, 30044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black-Owned Businesses,Business Opportunities,Gwinnett County,Gwinnett County Young Black Entrepreneurs,Small Business,Youthpreneurs
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SUMMARY:Is Your Brand Telling the Truth?
DESCRIPTION:Your brand isn’t just what you say it is. It’s what people experience. \nThis masterclass introduces a truth-centered way to understand what’s actually shaping your brand perception.  \nIn this session\, you’ll be introduced to Brand Restart™ principles and the Brand Pie™ framework\, a practical way to see how different elements of a business work together (or against each other) to shape trust\, clarity\, and credibility over time. \nIn-person | Interactive | Free | No Membership Required \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nWhat brand really is — beyond logos\, colors\, and messaging\nHow your brand is being shaped\, whether you’re intentional or not\nThe six slices of the Brand Pie™ and how misalignment creates confusion\n\nWhat You’ll Walk Away With \n\nA clearer way to see and think about your brand\nLanguage to describe what feels misaligned or unclear\nA Brand Restart™ Alignment worksheet\nInsight into whether your brand needs a restart\nA strong foundation for deeper brand work in 2026\n\nWho This Workshop Is For \n\nEntrepreneurs who feel their brand no longer reflects who they are\nBusiness owners preparing for growth\, change\, or repositioning\nCreatives and consultants who are tired of surface-level branding advice\nLeaders who value clarity\, integrity\, and long-term brand trust\n\nWhat This Is Not \n\nNot a logo\, website\, or design class\nNot a step-by-step rebrand tutorial\nNot a quick fix or aesthetic makeover\n\nMeet Our Presenter: Shannel Wheeler \nShannel Wheeler is a creative and brand strategist\, graphic designer\, instructor\, 2X author\, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Awesome Design Academy. She is an alum of The Ohio State University and SCAD Atlanta\, studying both visual communication design and interactive design. With 20 years of professional experience\, Shannel has a breadth of knowledge\, creating branding and design solutions for Fortune 500 clients\, corporate brands\, nonprofits\, small businesses\, tech startups\, and her own entrepreneurial pursuits. \nShannel believes that learning design should be fun\, engaging\, and practical for today’s world. She uses online content\, creative products\, books\, workshops\, and classes to teach and inspire learners to apply what they’ve learned to their personal\, professional\, or business goals. She continues to remain a lifelong learner and practitioner of what she teaches through brand and design implementation for her clients. Above all\, her primary goal is to create with purpose and help others do the same. \n________________________________________ \nFor further information please contact Greg Goebel\, Program Coordinator at the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center at GEC@GwinnettCounty.com.
URL:https://blackchambergwinnett.com/event/is-your-brand-telling-the-truth/
LOCATION:Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center\, 405 North Perry Street\, Lawrenceville\, GA\, 30046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black-Owned Businesses,Gwinnett County,Small Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gwinnett County":MAILTO:GEC@GwinnettCounty.com
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SUMMARY:Small Business Marketing Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Fresh ideas. Real conversations. Basic marketing know-how. \nJoin fellow entrepreneurs for an interactive discussion about small business marketing basics: what’s working\, what’s not\, and what’s next. This roundtable\, facilitated by a Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center staff member\, is a space to share ideas\, get feedback\, and learn practical ways to promote your business more effectively. Whether you’re refining your brand\, improving social media\, or planning your next campaign\, you’ll leave with new insights and inspiration. \nSeating is limited\, please RSVP in advance.  \nBook Giveaway: At the end of the event\, we are giving away one copy of The One Page Marketing Plan by Allan Dib \nHighlights: \n\n\nFree event\, no membership required \n\n\nOpen to every stage of business\, from startup to growth \n\n\nExchange real-world marketing strategies and tips \n\n\nSupportive\, collaborative environment \n\n\nNetworking \nThe Center stays open 30 minutes after the event for you to network with the other participants. \nRoundtable Hosts \n  \nGreg Goebel is a Program Coordinator at the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center. He hosts the small business collectives and the small business book club at the Center. He has helped hundreds of small business owners develop effective branding and marketing strategies. \nParticipating Business  \nThank you to book club participant business Double Cakes by Chris for providing books for our monthly giveaways.  \nDelicious designer cakes at www.doublecakes.com \nEvent Contact \nGreg Goebel\, gregory.goebel@gwinnettcounty.com
URL:https://blackchambergwinnett.com/event/small-business-marketing-roundtable/
LOCATION:Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center\, 405 North Perry Street\, Lawrenceville\, GA\, 30046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black-Owned Businesses,Gwinnett County,Small Business,Training
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SUMMARY:"A Taste of Black Gwinnett: Black History 2026 Edition
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) for “A Taste of Black Gwinnett – Black History Edition 2026.” We’re celebrating the accomplishments of Black Americans and the Black-owned businesses of Gwinnett. This event is open to the public. Family-friendly. Enjoy community\, door prizes\, trivia games\, Black History Coloring Sheets for youth\, spoken word artist William Chatham\, and more! \nOur year-round vendors are: \n— Black Gwinnett Magazine – Print and digital publication distributed to neighborhoods and businesses throughout Gwinnett County.\n— Blackpreneurs.org – Black-owned businesses listing. Being intentional about “buying Black” and collaborating in Black communities.\n— Camrose Creative Services – Catering\, events\, marketing communications\, and training.\n— Moses-Ragsdale Kitchen – Soul food and desserts.\n— Urban Mediamakers Film Festival – Celebrating 25 years in 2026\, an annual international festival in Gwinnett\, and FutureFrames Creative Youth Summer Camp every year. \nBecome a vendor of “A Taste of Black Gwinnett” happening February 27\, 2026. Exhibit your products and/or services as a vendor during A Taste of Black Gwinnett. Vendors receive a table\, two chairs\, and marketing by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce and Black Gwinnett Magazine. For more information on being a vendor at the event\, contact Renee at 404.590.4716. \nSPONSORS: Presented by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce\, Urban Mediamakers\, Black Gwinnett Magazine and Camrose Creative Services. \nContact Renee with questions at 404.590.4716. \n______________ \nThe Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) organizing committee of this event is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event for all members of the community. We aim to foster cultural understanding and appreciation while offering a space for Gwinnett County businesses and entrepreneurs from the Black diaspora to flourish and gain visibility. Visit the organization at https://blackchambergwinnett.com. \nGCBCC\, it volunteers\, staff\, affiliates\, and sponsors are not liable for any personal or product injury at this event.
URL:https://blackchambergwinnett.com/event/a-taste-of-black-gwinnett-black-history-2026-edition/
LOCATION:Norcross Cultural Art and Community Center\, 10 College Street\, Norcross\, GA\, 30071\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Taste of Black Gwinnett,Black Community,Black Culture,Black-Owned Businesses,Gwinnett County,Small Business,Youthpreneurs
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