Small Business Center

Small Business Center Seminars

The Small Business Center is a resource provided by the State of North Carolina and by Montgomery Community College to help small businesses succeed.  We provide free confidential business counseling, free business seminars and free access to vital resources and information.  The Montgomery Community College Small Business Center will be offering the following free seminars this semester.  Please note that certificates will be provided to all seminar attendees.  Please note that drop-ins are always welcome at these seminars, but advance registration is strongly recommended so handouts and seating arrangements can be prepared.  Also, please note that seminars with less than three advance registrations may be canceled.  To register for any of these seminars or to make an appointment for counseling, please contact Richard Hinson by phone at 910-576-6222 Extension 216 or by e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail at Montgomery Community College, 1011 Page Street, Troy, NC 27371.  Please monitor the Montgomery Community College website for schedule updates by visiting http://www.montgomery.edu/small-business-center.html

eBay Your Way to Success – The Basics of Selling on eBay

This seminar is designed for entrepreneurs wanting to make eBay a primary business tool.  During this fast-paced session, learn best practices to use when setting up an account, listing items for sale, taking payments and shipping.  Topics will include:  eBay appraisals and research; registering on eBay and starting a seller’s account; choosing formats and categories; writing descriptions that sell; submitting photos; analyzing feedback; using PayPal; shipping tips; and pricing philosophies that will make you an eBay Top Rated Seller!  Nick Hawkes is an education specialist trained by eBay with a diverse background in business administration and over 15 years of experience selling on eBay.

Instructor:      Nick Hawks

Date:               June 18

Time:              Tuesday, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Fee:                 Free, Room 105 – Blair Auditorium

Building Your Business on eBay – Beyond the Basics

This seminar is designed for business owners and entrepreneurs who are already selling on eBay who want to establish a continuous retail presence on eBay.  Topics in this fast paced session include:  starting and growing an eBay business; finding merchandise to sell; creating professional listings that can really generate sales; marketing your business on eBay; managing active listings effectively; resolving issues and feedback; and protecting your eBay business.  Learn valuable tricks of the trade that you have to know to become an eBay Power Seller.  Nick Hawkes is an education specialist trained by eBay with a diverse background in business administration and over 15 years of experience selling on eBay.

Instructor:      Nick Hawks

Date:               June 20

Time:              Thursday, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Fee:                 Free, Room 105 – Blair Auditorium

eBay Stores

This seminar is designed for business owners and entrepreneurs who are ready to become eBay Store Owners.  During this fast-paced session, learn how to start, brand and optimize your eBay Store Website.  Learn to understand how to market your eBay Store more effectively with email newsletters, traffic reports and the markdown manager sales tool.  Learn how to use the “Quick Store Tune-Up” feature and “Manage My Store” page to customize your eBay Store.  Learn valuable tips for search engine optimization that will surely bring more internet shoppers to your eBay Store.  Nick Hawkes is an education specialist trained by eBay with a diverse background in business administration and over 15 years of experience selling on eBay.

Instructor:      Nick Hawks

Date:               June 25

Time:              Tuesday, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Fee:                 Free, Room 105 – Blair Auditorium

To register for any or all of these seminars, please contact:
Richard Hinson
910-576-6222 Ext. 216
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Montgomery Community College
1011 Page Street , Troy , NC  27371