How to create a "government friendly" capability statement For companies soliciting their work or responding to bid opportunities Free webinar About This webinar covers offers guidance on crafting capability statement when soliciting your company to government agencies and prime contractors or responding to bid opportunities. The session covers key areas needed to take a "government…
Build a marketing plan for websites, social channels, media, and more Things to consider, such as budget, business needs, the audience, your brand’s story, and purpose Free webinar About With so many consumers shopping online due to COVID-19, it’s crucial to know how to reach them in order to expand the customer base and sales.…
A series of workshops directed at women entrepreneurs Programs to empower women entrepreneurs through advocacy, outreach, education and support Free webinars About In recognition of Women's History Month, the U.S. Small Business Administration is holding a series of webinars designed to empower women entrepreneurs through advocacy, outreach, education and support. Each session covers training and…
The latest information on PPP loan applications and COVID-19 relief Trusted professionals answer questions on the program Free webinar About This session offers the latest updates on the new COVID-19 relief package as well as the Paycheck Protection Program. Join to have your questions answered by trusted WBDC and SBA professionals. About the presenters Catherine…
An open forum discussion Topics include PPP forgiveness, the change in presidential administrations, and Connecticut's new Paid Family and Medical Leave withholdings Free webinar About This open forum discussion, moderated by Omar Nashishibi of The Franklin Partnership, covers topics such as Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness, the changing of presidential administrations, Connecticut's paid FMLA withholding, and…
Strategies for winning business-to-government contracts Finding opportunities, discovering the right projects, and more Free webinar About This session explores how you can position your company for business-to-government contracts. Topics covered will include searching for opportunities, strategies for pursuing the right projects, and best practices for the process of contract success. About the presenters Kathryn Hebert…
Sales can be an intimidating part of starting and running a business Learn the principles involved in successful sales and how you can build your confidence Free webinar About Even if they have a sound business idea and plan, entrepreneurs may worry that they won't be good enough at sales to be successful. This webinar…
How to identify the clients who will be the best fit for what your company offers For those building a strategy to target their company's services to clients Free webinar About The Middletown Entrepreneurs Work Space (MEWS+) offers tips for developing strategies that are best suited for your business's services. The session covers topics such…
Insights and strategies on how to improve your business's exports Resources for taking your sales global Free webinar About Celebrating the impact of Small Business Development Centers in helping small businesses grow their exports, the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of International Trade and the SBDC Network present a webinar on the insights, strategies, and…
Experts discuss how they helped start-ups access some of the $3.5 billion in annual Small Business Innovation Research Learn about the SBA funding support Provides perspectives on leveraging SBIR/STTR through state matching funds About Tech transfer leaders discuss how they helped start-ups access some of the $3.5 billion in annual Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business…
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…
An informational session on the WOSB Federal Contracting Program Eligibility, finding contract opportunities, and more Free webinar About For 10 years, the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program has been working to help women entrepreneurs be more competitive in the federal marketplace. This session covers numerous topics related to the program, including eligibility, where 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…
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…
Financing options for innovation and growth in the manufacturing sector Capitalizing on opportunities in the field Presented by the Workforce Alliance and Department of Labor About A session covering how to fund innovation and growth in the manufacturing sector. The event is presented by the Workforce Alliance and Department of Labor, and moderated by David…
NSF seeks applications that address research topics ranging from engineering to education Provides critical, early-stage research and development funding Free webinar About The National Science Foundation's Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) program provides critical, early-stage research and development funding in the form of grants for a wide range of innovations…
An overview of the SBA's new Ascent platform for women entrepreneurs Learn how this digital learning tool can assist your business Free webinar About As part of its efforts to expand resources available to women entrepreneurs, the U.S. Small Business Administration recently introduced Ascent, a digital platform providing education and resources. This brief webinar gives…
Network building has become more challenging during the pandemic but remains a critical part of business success The tools to succeed in relationship development, leveraging social media and virtual events, and more Free webinar About The COVID-19 pandemic has made it more difficult to maintain professional relationships, but these networks are crucial for the success…
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:…
A panel discussion of CCAT's Industry Ambassador Program Includes employer perspectives on what the program offers Free webinar About This panel discussion features CCAT's Industry Ambassador Program, which aims to help companies highlight their company's specialties while informing, inspiring, and recruiting the next generation. The session will include an employer perspective on the value of…
Inadequate access to technology is often a major concern for minority-owned businesses in the Hartford area Discover resources available to overcome this problem Free webinar About For many minority-owned businesses in the greater Hartford area, inadequate technology access is a major concern. This event discusses how the problem relates to other challenges facing communities of…
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