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SUMMARY:Business Resource Sessions - Acquisition or Exit Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Business Resource Sessions – resources & tools to grow your business! \nJoin us at the Chamber on the first Wednesday of the month from 3:00 to 4:00 to hear from and engage with industry leaders about how to grow\, protect\, and efficiently run your business. \nSPEAKERS: Richard Chance with TCC and Lisa Ward with ChappelWood Financial Services \nTOPIC: Acquisition or Exit Strategy\, Take Your Pick! \nDESCRIPTION: Are you looking to sell your businesses or seeking to acquire and grow a company? Learn the essential strategies for valuing a business\, negotiating deals\, and ensuring a smooth transition. Whether you’re planning your exit or looking for the right opportunity to buy\, this class provides expert insights\, practical tools\, and real-world case studies to help you navigate the process with confidence. \nSPEAKER BIOS: \nRichard Chance is an accomplished innovation and business development executive with a passion for creating transformative growth in entrepreneurial ecosystems. In his role as Dean of Lifestyle & Community Learning at Tarrant County College\, he oversees the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, leveraging his extensive leadership and operational experience to help entrepreneurs and small businesses thrive.\nRichard’s background spans startup ideation\, capital raising\, and strategic partnerships\, all of which inform his most recent endeavor: developing an Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) 12-week Bootcamp and 3-day Accelerator. Through these programs\, participants learn how to identify\, acquire\, and successfully scale existing businesses—an approach he champions as the most efficient path to entrepreneurship. He firmly believes in “buying then building” as a powerful strategy for sustainable growth. Under his leadership\, these initiatives integrate lean startup methodologies\, hands-on mentorship\, and real-world business analysis\, preparing searchers to make data-driven decisions and execute winning acquisition strategies. \nLisa Ward\, MBA\, CFP® serves as a Wealth Management Advisor\, at ChappelWood Financial Services\, crafting custom strategies for millionaires and aspiring millionaires\, alleviating their financial anxieties to help them achieve their retirement dreams. Starting her 8th year in the industry\, she has seen more unique situations for clients than most see in their careers. She holds a Master’s in Business Administration from Texas Christian University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from Oklahoma City University. As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP)\, she is deeply committed to financial education and believes everyone needs a plan for their future. In her free time she volunteers with the Girl Scouts hosting Financial Literacy Badges and co-chair women’s events for the Maverick Region Porsche Club. Honored in the inaugural class of 40 UNDER 40 in Arlington\, she strives to make a meaningful impact on her clients’ financial journeys. \nInterested in being one of our fantastic speakers?  Submit your application here
URL:https://arlingtontx.com/event/business-resource-sessions-15/
LOCATION:Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce\, 505 E. Border Street\, Arlington\, TX\, 76010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Resource Session,Monthly Events,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Arlington Small Business Resource Expo
DESCRIPTION:Read the 2025 EVENT RECAP!\nFREE PARKING:\nGlobe Life Lots B & C — Tell the attendants you’re with the Expo\, and they’ll let you in!\nCowboys Lot 4 — Tell the attendant you’re with the Expo\, and they’ll let you in! \nFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. ANYONE CAN ATTEND! \nJoin the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce for our Small Business Resource Expo presented by Frost Bank as we connect you with “the businesses that will help you grow your business.” This one-of-a-kind event will bring 125+ small business resource vendors together in one place for you to network with across the B2B spectrum — from technology and IT to marketing and communications\, building management and maintenance\, and so much more. You’ll also find free business development resources from across the community and state. \nLast year’s event brought in over 80 vendors and more than 1\,000 attendees\, and 2025 is shaping up to be even bigger. This year’s Expo will also feature presentations from local experts in business resources\, business development\, and professional development\, giving you access to actionable insights and connections all in one day. \nIn addition to visiting our exhibiting businesses\, don’t miss the Keep It Local Zone\, where you’ll meet small businesses and local organizations that make Arlington unique. This area showcases non-B2B vendors\, community partners\, and other locally loved groups — making it a perfect space for discovering new favorites and building local connections. \nRegister ahead of time to stay in the loop and access new tools!Download the Whova Expo App to help you explore the event\, sign up for speaker sessions\, connect with exhibitors\, and follow up after the event — all in one convenient place. Stay tuned for more details! \nExhibitor Application & Sponsorship Opportunities: Exhibiting at the event is limited to Chamber members in specific business categories. However\, non-B2B companies and community organizations are welcome to apply for our Keep It Local Zone. To apply\, please complete this form. For sponsorship information\, contact our Business Resource Specialist\, Kelly Geer\, at kgeer@arlingtontx.com. \nVolunteer Opportunities: Help us bring this exciting event to life! Volunteers are essential in making the Expo a welcoming and seamless experience for both attendees and exhibitors. Click here to learn more and sign up.
URL:https://arlingtontx.com/event/2nd-annual-arlington-small-business-resource-expo/
LOCATION:Texas Live!\, 1650 East Randol Mill Road\, Arlington\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Resource Session,Featured Chamber Event,Major Events,Networking Events,Professional Development
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