Procurement for Small Businesses (Virtual event). Join Mars associates from both procurement and finance to learn about basic principles and concepts of purchasing practices. The principles include preparing comprehensive proposal requests, evaluating supplier bids, win-win negotiation and more. This is a complimentary event, but pre-registration is required. Thursday, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Information and password

THURSDAY, JAN. 28

Presidential Trivia

An opportunity to compete with trivia teams during a fun night of presidential and U.S. history questions inside the all-new Natchez Hills Winery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage. Enjoy wines from this Middle Tennessee vineyard and high-gravity beer and snacks while competing. Exclusive Hermitage prizes will be given to teams placing first, second and third. Seating is limited, so early ticket purchasing is recommended. Event tickets do not include admission to The Hermitage. 7-9 p.m. The Hermitage, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville. Information

Industry Roundtable – Fitness & Wellness and Churches & Nonprofits

A new way to network in the New Year for Gallatin Chamber Members. These meeting will be a place to discuss what’s happening in your business sector. Fitness & Wellness, 8-9 a.m. Churches and Nonprofits, 9-11 a.m. Coffee will be provided. A Chamber team member will be at each meeting to help connect members to resources. Hampton Inn, 980 Village Green Crossing. Registration is required for event. Fee: free. Information

FRIDAY, JAN. 29

Virtual Policy Talks

A monthly community forum featuring elected officials centered on the issues being discussed in the Tennessee Legislature and in Williamson County. Representatives are given a platform to discuss the issues in greater depth with their constituents. The one-hour program is aired live on Comcast Channel 3, the county’s public information channel, and on Williamson County Television’s YouTube Channel. Stream live at https://youtu.be/XdGimwmlfc8. 7:30-8:30 a.m. Information

Financial Fitness Friday for Small Businesses

This half-day virtual event presented by Regions Bank guides participates through four sessions to enhance financial fitness for businesses. Participants will receive a guide for each session before the webinar. Jump-start the year for your small business with tools to ensure a successful 2021. 8:30-noon. Complimentary event, but pre-registration required.

Schedule:

8:30-8:45 a.m.: Welcome and Kick Off

8:45-9:30 a.m.: Session 1: Small Business Banking Services with Kimberly Powell

9:30-10:15 a.m.: Session 2: Small Business Financial Statements with Joya Dinwiddie

10:15-11 a.m.: Session 3: How Businesses Obtain Credit with Paula Jarvis

11:00-11:45 a.m.: Session 4: How Businesses Use Credit with Karla McCamish

11:45-Noon: Wrap-up

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