Enhance your business skills with FVDA’s Business Support Program catering to small businesses in Fuquay-Varina. Join us for two essential workshops designed to help you grow and streamline your business! These classes are FREE and open to any Fuquay-Varina business owner or business representative.

Marketing Your Community or Business | 9am-11am

Are you struggling to market your business or community? This training program offers a step-by-step guide on how to develop a winning marketing plan. We'll provide you with the necessary skills to execute your plan and increase visibility, all while accommodating even the smallest of budgets. Sign up today and take the first step towards success!

Harnessing the Power of AI the Right Way | 1-3pm

Using the power of AI and Chat GPT is not cheating if you use it correctly. These tools can improve your communications, assist with policy creation, and save you time and energy that can be focused on bigger projects. Join us for this informative session where we take you through examples of how you can use these AI tools to make you more efficient and get more done. Learn the right way to leverage AI and avoid the negative pitfalls of using it incorrectly.

Brand Development and Implementation | 9am-11am

Are you struggling to create a cohesive and recognizable brand for your business? Our training will provide you with all the guidance and tools you need. Learn how to identify your brand elements, integrate them effectively across all your communication platforms, and build brand recognition. We will help you transform your brand into a strong and memorable representation of your business, town or organization.

Creating a Wix website + SEO Optimization | 1-3pm

Creating a website for your business has never been easier. With Wix, you can create a beautiful, professional-looking website in just a few steps. The platform includes AI-assisted content creation and image uploading tools that will guide you every step of the way. We'll discuss SEO optimization and ADA compliance tools that make your website easier to find and accessible to all users. 

Canva Workshop | 9am-11am

Get hands-on instruction on how to use Canva, the go-to graphic design tool. Our Canva Workshop teaches you how to create stunning designs for print, social and web marketing without the stress. You'll learn how to take the work out of design and easily produce professional-level graphics in no time. Our workshop will show you how to create a month's worth of content in minutes, so you can focus on your other business goals.

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Online Visibility | 1-3pm

In this course, we teach the importance of establishing an online presence through Google My Business, social media, website development, and SEO. We also offer training in setting up and managing Google Ads campaigns. Our expert instructors provide hands-on training, so you can see results quickly and effectively.