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Please check each individual seminar to see its location and registration information. Attend any 5 seminars with the Core Business Seminar (CBS) designation, and you will receive an Entrepreneurial Foundation Certificate.

Call 919-718-7544 to pre-register or for more information about Chatham seminars.

  • The YouTube Academy for Small Business Owners

    Oct
    21

    In today's digital economy, video is one of the most powerful tools a small business owner can use to attract customers, build trust, and grow revenue. This intensive, full-day workshop gives you a practical, end-to-end roadmap for launching and growing a YouTube presence, from setting up your channel to editing polished videos to turning viewers into paying customers. No prior experience required Session Schedule: 9:00 am " 10:30 am: The Basics of YouTube for Business Owners Cover the fundamentals of using YouTube for business, including channel creation, video optimization for search, and brand leveraging. Learn the core competencies required to ensure your target audience finds you while staying compliant with YouTube's guidelines. 10:45 am " 12:15 pm: How to Shoot Popular YouTube Videos and Shorts Focus on shooting captivating content that resonates with your audience. This session covers both basic and advanced equipment needed for high-quality audio and video, filming best practices, and how to develop your unique creative voice. 1:15 pm " 2:45 pm: How to Edit a YouTube Video or Short to Get Views Discover the basics of video editing, including trimming, cutting, and adding effects or music. Explore different editing software options (from free to paid) and pick up tips on optimizing your final product for maximum views. 3:00 pm " 4:45 pm: How to Gain More Business and Become “YouTube Famous” Learn how to support sales and attract customers through your channel. This session covers revenue streams (advertising, sponsorships, merchandise) and strategies for establishing yourself as a brand while minimizing FCC legal risks. Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion. Attendance at every session is required to qualify. The day concludes with a group picture.

    • Start • End Date: 10/21/2026 • 10/21/2026
    • Day: W
    • Time: 9:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
    • Instructor: Martin Brossman
    • Location Code: PMC (Pittsboro Main Campus)
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  • Stop the Busy Work for Small Businesses: Master the New Google Workspace Studio Tools (4 Pt. Series)

    Oct
    26

    You didn’t start your business to spend your life in an inbox. Master the new Google Workspace "Studio" tools to automate your daily tasks and grow your business. Whether you’re running a bakery, a quilt shop, or a professional service, the "paperwork" shouldn't be your second full-time job. Join us for a practical, "plain-English" workshop series where we will roll up our sleeves and actually build the systems that will give you your time back. October 26, 2026 Stop the Busy Work: Master the New Google Workspace Studio Tools (Class 1) The Digital Front Desk: Stop the inbox shuffle. We’ll set up a system that automatically "reads" your mail and separates your urgent customer questions from the junk.

    • Start • End Date: 10/26/2026 • 10/26/2026
    • Day: M
    • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
    • Instructor: Katie Stokes
    • Location Code: PMC (Pittsboro Main Campus)
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  • Stop the Busy Work for Small Businesses: Master the New Google Workspace Studio Tools (Class 2)

    Nov
    02

    The Hands-Free Filing Cabinet: Never lose a receipt again. We’ll show you how to make your Google Drive folders organize themselves, so your "Tax 2026" folder stays updated without you lifting a finger.

    • Start • End Date: 11/02/2026 • 11/02/2026
    • Day: M
    • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
    • Instructor: Katie Stokes
    • Location Code: PMC (Pittsboro Main Campus)
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  • Stop the Busy Work for Small Businesses: Master the New Google Workspace Studio Tools (Class 3)

    Nov
    09

    The Morning Manager: Wake up to a "Daily Game Plan." Your AI assistant will scan your calendar and past orders to give you a morning briefing"like flagging flour price jumps for bakers or low thread stock for quilters.

    • Start • End Date: 11/09/2026 • 11/09/2026
    • Day: M
    • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
    • Instructor: Katie Stokes
    • Location Code: PMC (Pittsboro Main Campus)
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  • Stop the Busy Work for Small Businesses: Master the New Google Workspace Studio Tools (Class 4)

    Nov
    16

    The Growth Machine: Follow up while you sleep. Build a "Welcome Kit" that automatically sends itself to new clients the second they sign up or inquire about your services.

    • Start • End Date: 11/16/2026 • 11/16/2026
    • Day: M
    • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
    • Instructor: Katie Stokes
    • Location Code: PMC (Pittsboro Main Campus)
    • Building Location:

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