Sole Proprietor vs. LLC vs. S Corp – Which one is for me? (11:00-12:15pm)
This session will go through the various types of business entities available, highlighting the financial and legal implications for business owners. This session will also cover basic business law issues that every business owner should know and will also cover the major pitfalls to avoid when starting one’s business. Attendees will leave this session with an understanding of which business entity is right for their business.
This workshop will be led by Crisarla Houston, attorney and law professor at Prairie View A&M University.
Starters Guide to Human Resources (12:30-1:30pm)
You’re looking to expand your team, but not sure you know the difference between an Employee and an Independent Contractor? Getting the two confused can lead to serious legal troubles. Don’t wait until it is too late to know your liabilities and responsibilities. In this 30-45 minute presentation, attendees learn about:
- What is a Independent Contractor
- What makes an employee
- What are the rights of employees
- Wages and Overtime
This workshop is led by Shahara Wright, business law attorney and business strategist of The CEO Effect, LLC.