To contract with the federal government, one must register with the System for Awards Management A step-by-step guide for setting up an account and registering Free webinar About Before a company can contract with the federal government, it must be registered in the System for Awards Management. This webinar guides business owners through the process…
An 11-part course designed to strengthen small business owners' knowledge Sessions are held once a month and focus on individual topics Fee required About An 11-part series designed to help small business owners gain the crucial knowledge they need to run own and run a successful business. A course is held once a month through…
An information session on a WBDC program offering grants of up to $10,000 to qualifying women-owned businesses Eligibility requirements, what the funding can be used for, and more Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Council's Equity Match Grant program offers women-owned businesses in Connecticut that have been in operation for at least two years…
Courses to improve young professionals' leadership, management, communication, and sales skills Exclusively available to members of the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce Fee required About This course consists of six 90-minute sessions focused on improving young professionals' leadership, management, communication, and sales skills. The sessions are exclusively available to members of the Central Connecticut Chambers…
Learn more about three socio-economic certifications available from the U.S. Small Business Administration Take advantage of small business set-asides for federal prime contracts Free webinar About The U.S. Small Business Administration is committed to offering at least 23 percent of its prime contracts to small businesses, and a socio-economic certification with the agency can help…
A three-part series offering small business owners advice on selling Finding customers, networking, and selling techniques Free webinar About A three-part series offering small business owners tips and guidance on improving their sales. Sessions include: Jan. 11 - Finding Customers: How to find customers for your products and services through marketing, referrals, cold calls, and…
A three-day program teaching essential skills for supervisors, team leaders, and others who oversee the work of others Building existing employee skills through cross-training, establishing reliable procedures for each process in your production workflow, and more Fee required About Training Within Industry Job Instruction is a program teaching essential skills for supervisors, team leaders, and…
A panel discussion on STEM pathways Learn more about current and upcoming Connecticut programs on this topic Free webinar About In recognition of January Mentoring Month, Million Women Mentors - CT and the Connecticut Afterschool Alliance are hosting this virtual event about STEM pathways. A panel discussion focuses on current and upcoming state programs to…
A look at the SBIR/STTR opportunities available at the National Institutes of Health Crafting an application, unique NIH requirements, and common pitfalls Free webinar About This webinar from CTNext and BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting offers insights on seeking research and development funding through the SBIR and STTR programs, with a specific focus on opportunities…
A look at the economy and what lies ahead in 2022 Presented by the chief investment officer at People's United Bank Admission event About This event takes a look at the current state of the economy and what may lie ahead in 2022. This is an in-person event, and attendees must show proof of receiving…
A look at the economic conditions ahead for central Connecticut Features a panel discussion as well as a presentation by DECD Commissioner David Lehman Admission event About This event offers attendees a look at the issues that are expected to influence the regional economy of central Connecticut in the year ahead. David Lehman, commissioner of…
Making the wrong technology choice can limit your business's expansion potential Hybrid Cloud environments can offer a more flexible option for building your technology foundation Free webinar About Businesses have a wealth of options when it comes to technology, but this can also lead you to pick a system that limits your expansion potential. This…
Developing a proposal strategy even before the request for proposals goes out Capture Planning Actions, finding the right agencies, and more Free webinar About This webinar offers advice for how businesses can improve their chances of success, starting by developing a strategy even before the request for proposals stage. Topics covered include Capture Planning Actions,…
A look at the SBIR/STTR opportunities available at the Department of Defense Crafting an application, unique DoD requirements, and common errors Free webinar About This webinar from CTNext and BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting offers insights on seeking research and development funding through the SBIR and STTR programs, with a specific focus on opportunities in…
A comprehensive 10-week course for small businesses Some businesses that complete the program can qualify for a $5,000 line of credit Free webinar About A joint presentation by the Women's Business Development Council and Liberty Bank, the Academy for Small Business offers comprehensive training on subjects such as organizational types, time management, record keeping, insurance,…
Metal 3D printing is becoming a more commonplace feature in manufacturing processes An introduction to this process and how it can benefit your business Free event About Metal 3D printing is quickly becoming a commonplace featuring in manufacturing processes, offering the ability to create complex parts while reducing lead times and materials costs. This workshop…
A summit offering outlooks on the Connecticut, regional, and national economies Includes a preview of the 2022 legislative session as well Admission event About The Connecticut Business & Industry Association's annual economic summit this year features Kevin Graney, president of General Dynamics Electric Boat, who will discuss how the company is using collaborative partnerships to…
A run-through of how to set up an effective business website Setting goals, determining key functionality, and more Free webinar About A helpful, user-friendly website can have a big impact on how your company interacts with customers. This webinar covers how to get organized when setting up a website, establishing goals, determining key functionality, planning…
Covers several topics related to seeking or obtaining investment Part of a series offered by the National Institute on Aging and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Free webinar About Part of a workshop series offered by the National Institute on Aging and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, this session covers several topics related…
Evaluate and improve your pricing Set projections and grow profits Free webinar About Pricing your products is an essential part of owning a business, but can also be a complicated process. This webinar helps you understand how to evaluate your prices, set projections, and grow your profits. About the presenter Sherry Konwerski is a business…
Perspectives on the SCORE mentoring program The benefits to business owners who become SCORE mentors Free webinar About Whether you're just getting started in business, trying to grow an existing company, or pivoting to meet changing circumstances, getting help from an experienced professional can make a big difference. This webinar offers perspectives on the SCORE…
Simplify the often overwhelming process of marketing Five tips for building a digital marketing playbook Free webinar About With numerous potential channels for promoting your products and services, marketing can seem like an overwhelming task. This webinar seeks to simplify the process, offering five tips for developing a digital marketing playbook for your business. This…
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