A look at the economic impacts of offshore wind The regional effects of the industry from economic, engineering, and environmental perspectives An update on developments at New London's State Pier About Industry experts lead an exploration of offshore wind energy, including economic development on and off the water, investments in local infrastructure, and workforce expansion…
How to improve the odds of making your vision a reality Questions to ask yourself, developing a mission, and more Free webinar About Once you have a vision for your company, you'll need to take the steps necessary to bring it to life. This webinar shows how you can improve your odds by 50 to…
Learn effective communications and human relations skills Eight-week online course Admission event About This course gives people the human relations skills to thrive in any setting, including forming closer relationships built on trust and respect, increasing confidence and competence in interpersonal interactions, managing stress, communicating effectively, solving problems, and handling fast-changing workplace conditions. The Dale…
Deciding whether to boost your capital or ramp up your sales Learn the pros and cons of each approach Free webinar About Raising capital by seeking investors or loans is an important part of starting a company, but entrepreneurs should also be prepared to ramp up their sales strategy as well to boost revenues. How…
A unique approach to thinking about and writing a business plan Develop a well-thought-out plan with a minimum of work Free webinar About Most people cringe at the thought of writing a business plan, but the process and content are extremely valuable. This webinar offers a unique approach to thinking about and writing a business…
Find out about the opportunities available to women entrepreneurs from SBA Resource Partners An interactive session with a question and answer period Free webinar About Find out more about the business counseling and training opportunities available from SBA Resource Partners. This interactive session covers how women business advisors help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting…
Conquer your fear of public speaking Tips on improving or updating your presentations Free webinar About Fear of public speaking is a common phobia, but this task is essential for entrepreneurs presenting to potential investors and clients. This webinar guides participants through how they can get over their fear, improve their oral presentations, or polish…
Provides information on both traditional and alternative financing options for startups A CEDF partner event Free webinar About A look at the traditional and alternative financing options open to entrepreneurs, including angel investors, venture capitalists, government funding programs, and crowdfunding. This webinar helps ease the process of connecting startups with financing, allowing them to spend…
A five-week course exploring the fundamentals of starting or growing a business Attend all five courses or any individual sessions Free webinar About This five-week course looks at the fundamentals involved in starting or growing a business. While it is recommended that you attend all sessions, participants can also attend each session individually. Topics include:…
Learn what investors look for when reviewing application The session also explores funding opportunities in Connecticut Free webinar About A webinar covering funding opportunities in Connecticut along with strategies for successfully pitching investors. Learn how investors, lenders, and granting agencies evaluate the hundreds of applications each day and get tips to improve your chances of…
A six-part series providing guidance on business-building and planning Industry experts use a peer-to-peer environment and online tools to assist entrepreneurs Admission event About This regular offering from the Women's Business Development Council provides guidance for entrepreneurs in the pre-venture stage, giving them a solid understanding of business-building fundamentals. Over the course of six sessions,…
Part of the new Middlesex Information eXchange (MIX) A network of support and guidance during and after COVID-19 Free webinar About As part of the new Middlesex Information eXchange (MIX), members of the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce are invited to join peer exchange discussions to brainstorm, relaunch, and optimize your business operations during and…
Connecting Connecticut businesses with resources and like-minded entrepreneurs.
