For those in real estate, some say the key to success is “location, location, location” for small business owners, the key to success could be preparation, preparation, preparation.

The Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County will hold a special seminar for small business owners titled “Financial Issues for Small Business: Proper Planning Solves Future Problems” on July 23 in the Auditorium at the Chamber of Commerce from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m.

The workshop will feature speakers from Chamber members Sirote & Permutt, P.C. law firm and management consulting group Beason & Nalley, Inc.

“Small businesses will receive a great foundation to ensure successful financial growth,” said Jenni Jeffers, director of small business/membership services.

In addition to learning about proper planning, participants will learn about growing their business and protecting their business interests in the event of economic instability.

Sections of the program are:

“Insulating Your Business from Economic Instability”
Fred L. Coffey, Jr. & Richard Morris, Sirote & Permutt, P.C.

“Growing Your Business: Financial Keys to Success”
Don Nalley, Beason & Nalley, Inc.

“Preparing for the Exit”
John Baggette, Sirote & Permutt, P.C.

“The Books: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You”
Paige Nix, Beason & Nalley, Inc

The cost of admittance is $20 for Chamber members and $40 for non-Chamber members. Lunch will be provided. Contact Jenni Jeffers at 256.535.2011 or by e-mail at jjeffers@hsvchamber.org for more information.