Traditional retail business models are changing rapidly with growth through online sales referred to as e-commerce. E-commerce has changed the way consumers shop and purchase from brick and mortar stores. A storefront is no longer an absolute requirement for having a successful business. E-commerce has opened doors for entrepreneurs and limited resource individuals with little to no overhead or capital to go into business and for traditional businesses to expand into online markets. With Online sales expected to grow by 23% this year, please attend this program on “How to use E-commerce for Online Markets.”
The Cooperative Extension Program partnered with Acres Home Chamber for Business and Economic Development, Inc. to implement a series of research based small business development programs. “How to use E-commerce for Online Markets” Program was introduced to 15 aspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, limited resource individuals and Acres Home Chamber for Business and Economic Development members interested in starting an online business. The E-commerce program focuses on the future demand and opportunities businesses have in the online market. Sales permit applications and instructions on how to obtain a sales permit with the Texas Comptroller Office for their online business were given to 15 participants. Ambitious entrepreneurs were engaged and asked questions about e-commerce, how to start a business, legal structures for their businesses and more. Ongoing support, resources and future programs are in the planning stages. Some clients have already scheduled a one-on-one consultation with Community Economic Development Agent, Nate Peterson, to address their business needs.
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Natriez Peterson
CED Extension Agent, Harris County
(713) 274-0988
nbpeterson@pvamu.edu