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Intro to Doing Business in Africa

This webinar will cover the basics and practicalities of approaching the African market. Where to begin? What are the best markets to target? What are the channels to market? What cultural issues to consider? Our presenter will also offer pragmatic tips on every day business. Ms Toyin Umesiri of Nazaru Ltd is a well known...

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Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Pre-Award Process

  Be Prepared for Grant Opportunities! The Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) provides uniform guidance for all State of Illinois grant programs. All grant applicants and grantees must comply with GATA grant requirements, which includes the following steps before receiving a grant award: Pre-qualification on the GATA Grantee Portal Completion of two risk assessments...

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Bookkeeping Workshop for your Cannabis Business

A workshop for entrepreneurs who are starting their cannabis businesses and want to learn basics of bookkeeping in a highly regulated industry. We will cover POS systems, inventory and tracking, accounting software and financial statements Featured Speaker | Anthony Pittman ​​Anthony Pittman In his role as tax consultant and preparer with RE Clemons and Associates...

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10 Things to Know About Starting a Cannabis Business in Illinois

Florence Hardy will discuss the 10 things you need to know to start a cannabis or cannabis-related business in Illinois. This webinar will provide an overview of the following: Timelines and fees Compliance and legal considerations Financing Options Tax Requirements and more! About Florence Hardy A graduate of Howard University, the beginning of Florence Hardy’s...