CEA's Small Business Certificate Program provides professionals in the consumer electronics (CE) industry the opportunity enhance their expertise, careers and businesses by participating in a series of educational programs. Certificates reward participants' dedication to improving their abilities and enhancing their knowledge of the core skills required to be a top entrepreneur or small business owner within the CE industry.

CEA Small Business Certificate Program participants will:

• Increase their knowledge of the major aspects of CE small business planning, management and ownership
• Develop skills necessary to build for future growth
• Enhance business skills and professionalism in the CE industry
• Become a registered member of the CEA Member Exchange Program
• Experience new ways to improve core business processes
• Hear from experts on how to leverage scarce staff resources and increase cash flow
• Develop practical tools and support for managing business and personal growth

How It Works
The CEA Small Business Certificate program is only open to members of the association.  Participants are required to complete nine credits within a two year period to be awarded the certificate of completion. To complete the required coursework towards the certificate, three credits must be earned in at least three of the following areas: strategic planning, sales, marketing and general business. The certificate is valid for one year from the date of completion.

Courses will be offered at CEA and partner events as well as through online Webinars throughout the year.  To register or for more information, contact Deb Kassoff at 703-907-7655.