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Volume 18/April 2006 Something NEW On The Horizon! ULGC solely depends on the contributions of its sponsors, corporate members and grants to keep it operating in order to bring its services to the community. Due to the fact that the economy is changing and affecting most businesses and in order to keep up with these changes, ULGC is creating another much needed resource project for supplemental revenue that is needed to help us keep on providing our many services to the community without any interruption of our services. This new revenue generating project will also benefit businesses and consumers in our community. This special advertising/sponsorship program is being developed and will soon be announced. So stay tuned!! Those who are interested in this new ULGC advertising/sponsorship program, please click HERE. What Can I do To Expand My Business? Shirlene Banks (center) and Vickie Poland (right), business co-owners of VSP Beauty Supply, came to SBDC for a consultation with Ms. Samad, Business Advisor, on expanding their business. Most small business owners feel that getting a loan for their business expansion is not an easy task and it quickly becomes a problem to move the business forward to the next level. VSP Beauty Supply is a retail store that sells hair and beauty products and is located at 7217 Lorain Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio 44102. Looking for a Computer Training? Fanny Mei, is one of the many students who attend the Special Computer Training Program at Urban League of Greater Cleveland. She is taking a Microsoft office suite applications class in which it will help her to become more marketable for employment in the Greater Cleveland area. The ULGC Computer Training Program is available to anyone who is interested in elevating their knowledge to the next level. This comprehensive preparation for entry-level positions and business administration includes reinforcement of literacy skills, business English and Mathematics.   Contact Letitia Leslie, lleslie@ulcleveland.org, or call 216.622.0999 ext. 206. United Way Nights at Jacobs Field Attention all baseball fans! United Way of Greater Cleveland is teaming up with the Cleveland Indians to offer greatly discounted tickets to two Tribe home games at the end of April. United Way will receive a significant portion of each ticket sold through this promotion. Indians vs. Boston Red Sox, Tuesday, April 25, 7:05pm Indians vs. Texas Rangers (live on ESPN plus $1 hot dogs!) Sunday, April 30, 8:05pm To Buy Tickets "Your success is our business… one entrepreneur at a time." Urban League of Greater Cleveland and COSE are teaming up for a comprehensive business training program, NxLevel™.   The NxLevel™ for Entrepreneurs course is a 12-week session of intensive business training.  It focuses on teaching the art of better business practices while producing a comprehensive business plan.  For sign up or more information, please click HERE.  Seating is limited! Urban League of Greater Cleveland Young Professionals - ULGCYP The Urban League of Greater Cleveland Young Professionals (ULGCYP), an auxiliary of the Urban League of Greater Cleveland (ULGC) was designed to provide young professionals in the Greater Cleveland area, with a forum that fosters professional development, community service, social awareness, and political involvement. This new developing force is composed of key local talent and young professionals committed to supporting and promoting the mission of the Urban League of Greater Cleveland through social and civic engagements.  For more information and how to join ULGCYP, please click HERE. All Black Colleges (ABC) Tours Senior high school students can tour various colleges/universities. This year's tours consist of Hampton University High School Day and an Alabama-Atlanta Tour. For information, click HERE or call 216.622.0999. Smart Start If you are thinking of starting a business, or you are a new business owner or an existing business owner and need assistance, please contact Stacey Banks-Houston, Director MBDC at 216.622.0999 or send an e-mail to: staceybh@ulcleveland.org Computer Training Program This comprehensive preparation for entry-level positions and business administration includes reinforcement of literacy skills, business English and Mathematics.   Contact Letitia Leslie, lleslie@ulcleveland.org, or call 216.622.0999 ext. 206. Job Training and Job Placement Programs The Urban League of Greater Cleveland provides job training and job placement programs, for information, please click HERE or call 216.622.0999. Next ULGC Events: For information, please contact (216) 622-0999 ex 221 or email: apannell@ulcleveland.org You are invited to become a part of the continued success of the Urban League of Greater Cleveland and join us in empowering communities and changing lives. To join please click HERE. 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