Hickory – The Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) Small Business Center is presenting a series of social media seminars in March to assist entrepreneurs and small businesses market and build their business.

On Monday March 2 the Small Business Center will present “Facebook for Your Small Business” from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at CVCC’s Corporate Development Center. Participants will learn the basics of setting up a Facebook business page as well as information about promotions and using Facebook to build online business.

On Wednesday March 4 the Small Business Center will present “Instagram for Your Small Business” from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at CVCC’s Corporate Development Center. Participants will learn how to use photos to promote their business on Instagram and use this platform to market their business.

On Monday March 9 the Small Business Center will present “Using Paid Online Ads to Grow Your Business” from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at CVCC’s Corporate Development Center. Participants will learn about social media advertising through major platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, as well as Google Ads and other options.

On Wednesday March 11 the Small Business Center will present “Using YouTube and Video to Market Your Business” from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at CVCC’s Corporate Development Center. The use of online videos is making a huge impact on business today. This seminar shows small business owners how to set up their YouTube account and make great videos with a small business budget.

There is no charge to attend these seminars, but pre-registration is required. Participants can register for individual seminars, or the entire series. To register or for more information please contact the CVCC Small Business Center at 828-327-7000, ext. 4117 or visit http://sbc.cvcc.edu to register on-line.