Originally planned as a live event, workshop will now be held virtually.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL (April 15, 2020) -- Business owners looking to learn more about what it takes to open a commercial space are invited to participate in the virtual ‘Open for Business’ workshop hosted by the City of West Palm Beach Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) in partnership with The Answer Management Services and JJ Enterprises. Originally planned as a live gathering, the workshop will be held virtually via Zoom webinar on Thursday April 30, 2020 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. To register, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-for-business-a-workshop-for-small-business-owners-looking-to-open-a-commercial-space-tickets-94292867505
During the workshop, business owners will hear from a panel of industry experts on how to plan for opening a physical location, looking for a space, building a team, resources that are open to business owners, legal pitfalls to avoid, and common mistakes made by tenants. Virtual attendees can network online with Procurement officials and participate in a Q&A session. Exchange valuable information and meet key resources in the community that can help you to unlock the doors for your business.
‘Open for Business’ Speakers:
- Frank Hayden: Director Office of Equal Opportunity, City of West Palm Beach
- Genia Baker: CRA Project Manager, City of West Palm Beach
Workshop Panelists:
- Commercial Real Estate Agent: Juna Jean of Juna Jean Enterprises & Stateland Brown Realty
- Project Manager: Roseline Joseph of The Answer Management Services
- Accountant: LiTonya Salmon of LSS Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Real Estate Attorney: Carla Erskine, Esq. of McDonald Hopkins, LLC. Law Firm
- Compliance Specialist: Dudly Etienne-Harvard of Dudly’s Professional Services
- Landlord: Daniel Statlander, Stateland Brown Holdings
Special Guest:
- Lisa King, Verdex Construction
Established by Mayor Keith A. James in 2019, the OEO oversees programs designed to ensure equality and fair business practices within the City of West Palm Beach. The department is responsible for coordinating and facilitating programs that foster workforce development, business development, and professional education and training. To learn more, please visit http://www.wpb.org/oeo or call (561) 822-1273 (TTY 800-955-8771).
