Have you ever thought about starting your own business?
Do you have a great idea for a new product or company?
Are you looking for start-up capital to launch your idea?
We Can Help!

Attend The Russell Center for Entrepreneurship's
Business Plan Development Seminar Series
Then enter your business plan into the Center's
Annual Business Plan Competition for a chance to win.

The Center will award $10,000 and $5,000 start-up capital
to two winning student business plans.

Seminar Topics & Dates

Saturday, March 15, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
o Introduction
o The "Why" of Entrepreneurship
o Business Plan Basics

Saturday, March 29, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
o Industry Analysis
o Market Analysis
o Target Market
o Concept Assessment

Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
o Marketing Plan

Saturday, April 12, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
o Operations Plan
o Human Resources Plan
o Management Team
o Critical Risks

Saturday, April 19, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
o Financial Statements

Saturday, April 26, 2008 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
o Funding Strategy
o Valuation and Offer
o Executive Summary
o Publishing the Plan
o Presenting the Plan

Instructors: Jim Beach & Chris Hanks
Seminar Location: Aderhold, Room 202


Please RSVP to Reagan@EventSmithAtlanta.com

For more information about the Business Plan Competition or the seminar series, visit us online at www.robinson.gsu.edu/rec. Or contact Reagan Goodnough at Reagan@EventSmithAtlanta.com.