The Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a series of Small Business Seminars to celebrate Small Business Month. These seminars will take place from 8:00-9:00 a.m. every Tuesday morning in May at The Commerce Center, Paducah Bank Community Room, located at 300 S. Third Street. There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is requested at paducahchamber.org.
Each seminar is designed to equip attendees with practical tools, insights, and ideas to make their businesses more successful. The series is sponsored by FNB Bank and Payroll Vault.
Seminar Schedule & Topics:
May 6 – UNCOVER THE MAGIC IN YOUR BRAND
Your brand has untapped power – are you using it?
Speaker: Todd Duff, CEO, Innovations Branding House
In this high energy session, uncover the authentic magic behind your brand and turn it into a tool for connection, consistency, and growth. Learn clear, actionable steps to refine your message and build a brand that actually works for your business.
May 13 – CASH FLOW VS. PROFIT: KNOW THE DIFFERENCE TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Stop letting cash flow problems hold your business back.
Speakers:
- Brittany Nielsen, President, Open Door Accounting
- Chris Wooldridge, Director, MSU’s Center for Economic and Entrepreneurial Development
Revenue isn’t the same as profit, and understanding the critical difference is key to long-term success. In this session, you’ll discover how to master both sales and cash flow, empowering you to make smarter financial decisions, avoid common pitfalls, and drive sustainable growth.
May 20 – SPEED ROUND TO SUCCESS
Unlock the secret to building a high-performing team.
Speakers:
- Frank Bennett, Executive Director, The Leadership Center
- Jill Hobbs, President, HR Consulting Solutions
- Terri Lundberg, Fractional CEO, Wiser360
People are your greatest asset – if you know how to lead them. In this rapid-fire session, three industry experts will share actionable strategies to hire, train, and motivate a team that drives success. Leave with quick impactful tips to boost employee performance, retention, and long-term growth.
May 27 – AI POWER MOVES: LEVERAGING SMART TOOLS FOR SUCCESS
Join us for a hands-on seminar designed to show you how Artificial Intelligence can work for you, not the other way around.
Speaker: Kaylan Thompson, Marketing & Communications Director, Sprocket, Inc.
Bring your device (laptop, tablet, or phone) and get ready to explore simple, effective AI tools that can automate tasks, boost productivity, and enhance customer engagement – so you can focus on what really matters.
