Hear from sustainable food tech entrepreneur Rosemary Ostfeld Part of the WBDC's Blue Stream program Free webinar About As part of the Women's Business Development Council's Blue Stream program for individuals in the Blue Economy, this webinar shares the story of Rosemary Ostfeld, PhD. Ostfeld is the founder of Healthy PlanEat, a sustainable food startup…
An annual event spotlighting "badass women with badass science startups" Convenes movers and shakers with different types of businesses, different science backgrounds from low to high tech Free webinar About VertueLab and Women in Science PDX are coming together again for an annual event to spotlight badass women with badass science startups. The event convenes…
Guidance for entrepreneurs looking to start a business later in life Offers a five-step approach to launching a business Free webinar About This webinar, a partnership between the Women's Business Development Council and AARP, helps older adults gain the knowledge, support, and resources to start their own business. The program takes a five-step approach, taking…
Financing and increasing international sales while managing repayment risks For both business owners getting started in exporting and experienced exporters looking to boost their sales Free webinar About This webinar is suitable to both small businesses looking to get a start in exporting their goods and experienced exporters looking to increase their international sales. A…
Learn more about the SBA's Protege Program to see if it might be a good fit for your company Event also covers the topic of joint venture agreements Free webinar About Participants in this webinar can learn more about the U.S. Small Business Administration's Protege Program to see if it's a good fit for their…
Get more information on how Connecticut's new paid family and medical leave policy applies to small businesses Who must participate, who is eligible for benefits, and what resources are available Free webinar About Beginning at the start of 2021, Connecticut businesses with at least one employee were mandated to begin withholding 0.5 percent of employees'…
A look at the complex issues surrounding the redevelopment of vacant properties Real world examples from southeastern Connecticut Free webinar About Vacant properties present an opportunity for developers to pursue redevelopment that can benefit communities, but they also come with major challenges. This webinar looks at the complex reasons why properties become "functionally obsolete," how…
Understanding your reasons for starting a business The distinction between a "lifestyle" and "venture" business and how it affects your planning Free webinar About Planning a business takes more than just developing an idea; you'll also need to determine your reasons for starting a business and what you hope to accomplish. This webinar covers the…
The impact of the cost of purchased goods on your company Developing a supply chain cost savings strategy Free webinar About This webinar focuses on how the cost of goods purchased impacts a company's profitability, plan for continuous improvement, and recovery from COVID-19. Topics covered include important considerations in purchasing goods and services, cost saving…
Self-employed individuals may fall into the "solopreneur trap" of diminished revenues, overwork, and disillusionment How to avoid this situation, build your wealth, and regain your personal time Free webinar About Going into business for yourself is an exciting proposition, but self-employed individuals often encounter hurdles such as inconsistent revenues, plateauing business, being overworked, and even…
A course geared to business owners who struggle to maintain cash flow and track revenues A five-step process for stopping money losses and boosting your revenues Free webinar About Small business owners often struggle with improving their profits, dealing with unstable cash flows and uncertainty about where your revenues are going. This webinar offers a…
How to develop a strategy for the long-term success of a nonprofit organization For those starting or currently running a nonprofit Free webinar About This webinar assists those who are starting a nonprofit organization or are currently running one. Learn what defines a nonprofit organization, how to recruit volunteers, how to manage a board and…
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