WHAT: According to a University of Phoenix School of Business Survey conducted online by Harris Poll in July 2014, half (50 percent) of working adults in the U.S. either currently own or want to own their own business. Of those working Americans who do not currently own their own business, nearly two-in-five (39 percent) hope to do so in the future. 

University of Phoenix School of Business invites prospective and current entrepreneurs in the Augusta community to a special event to learn about resources essential for entrepreneurial success. At the event, University of Phoenix staff and faculty, along with local entrepreneurs, will share important information on the following topics: 

• Panel Discussion – Attendees will gain insight into starting and establishing a new business by listening to a special panel discussion with local entrepreneurs who have successfully started their own businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn and ask questions.
• Starting, Buying or Franchising? (10:00 – 10:40 a.m.) – Attendees will learn the essentials of creating a business plan and the different ways to begin their venture.
• Funding Your Business (10:40 – 11:20 a.m.) – Attendees will explore the various ways to fund their business.
• Moving Your Business Forward (11:20 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) – Attendees will learn how to develop a marketing plan and human resource strategy to grow their business. 

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014

            9 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. 

WHERE: University of Phoenix Augusta Campus

3150 Perimeter Parkway

Augusta, GA 30909-4583

More information can be found at www.phoenix.edu/thinkbig. 

WHO: Photo/Interview Opportunities 

• University of Phoenix Augusta Campus Director Jeff Hendrickson is available to discuss why the University is hosting the Entrepreneur Event in the local market.
• Footage of members of the local community learning about entrepreneur resources and opportunities from University of Phoenix staff and faculty, as well as local entrepreneurs who successfully launched businesses.