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Launching a business entrepreneurial event set for Sept. 21

August 30 2023

AUBURN, Ala.- Thinking of starting a business in Auburn? Join the City of Auburn for the next Start in Auburn event, Launching Your Own Business: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners. The free event will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21, at the Auburn Public Library (749 E. Thach Ave.).

Josh Sahib, managing director of the Lowder Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurship with Auburn University, will teach you how to get your business going. Whether you have always dreamed of starting your own business or have a brilliant idea waiting to be unleashed, this training is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and tools to turn your dreams into reality. Led by an experienced entrepreneur, this session will cover actionable tips for getting your business started. You will also gain practical insights and leave feeling inspired and ready to embark on your entrepreneurial journey.

The event will last one hour including time for Q&A. Those interested can register online.

About the Speaker
Josh Sahib is a serial entrepreneur and managing director of the Lowder Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurship at Auburn University. Josh holds a bachelor’s degree in management information systems and two master’s degrees from The University of Alabama. For a few years, he served as assistant director of the Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute where he provided coaching and other support services to a wide variety of entrepreneurs. In 2021, he joined Auburn University where he hosts entrepreneurial events and guides early-stage startups.