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Federal Relief Funding Updates, Minority Focus

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A look at the Consolidated Appropriations Act with a focus on how it affects minority-owned businesses Understand what documentation will be necessary Free webinar About This webinar focuses on the provisions of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, focusing on portions of the legislation that serve minority-owned businesses. While further guidance is forthcoming, the session will help…

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How to Finance Your Small Business

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The requirements needed when applying for financing, and how to avoid making costly mistakes Helpful information for both startups and established businesses who may need financing Free webinar About Securing the necessary funding to launch or improve a business can often be a confusing and stressful process, and can even lead to financial ruin if…

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Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Webinar

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An informational session on the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act Learn more about eligibility, applications, and more for grants available to arts and cultural organizations impacted by COVID-19 Free webinar About Under the new stimulus bill passed late last year, $15 billion in grants will be allocated to theaters, performing…

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How to Find and Get a Small Business Grant

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Grants can be extremely helpful to businesses, but you need to know where to find them and what's required to win one Tips on tracking down grants, increasing your chances of successfully applying, and more Free webinar About Grants are a boon for small businesses, since they provide money that doesn't need to be repaid,…

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WBDC Group Support Sessions

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An informal question-and-answer session with business advisors and professionals Learn more about the new stimulus bill and other pandemic-related issues Free webinar About These informal sessions offer guidance from Women's Business Development Center business advisors as well as other professionals on issues related to COVID-19, such as applying for federal funds or receiving unemployment compensation.…

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Navigating the PPP Loan Forgiveness Process

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Deciphering the more confusing aspects of applying for forgiveness for a loan taken out under the Paycheck Protection Program Eligible expenses, calculating payroll costs, and more Free webinar About If you took out a loan under the Paycheck Protection Program, you may be discouraged by the shifting rules or worried that you might have to…

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SBIR/STTR Cost Proposal and Government Accounting Workshop

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A full day workshop focusing on SBIR/STTR cost proposals Useful information for anyone applying for or receiving a government grant Free webinar About A full day workshop that deciphers the complex process of SBIR/STTR cost proposals. The event covers topics such as developing an indirect rate, what to expect with government audits, keeping adequate records,…

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GPS: A Guide to Plan for Success

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A 10-week course to assist aspiring business owners Each course focuses on a crucial topic Participants develop a business plan and pitch their idea to business professionals About This 10-session course is designed to develop a comprehensive foundation of business skills. Each class focuses on one critical element of establishing a company, with topics such…

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PPP/CARES Update 2021

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A discussion on the new round of PPP, vaccine distribution, and more Information presented by a CPA and epidemiologist Free webinar About A discussion about the new Paycheck Protection Program, CARES Act, vaccine distribution, and more. About the presenters William C. Moore is a certified public accountant and a partner with BlumShapiro. Tom St. Louis…

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A Forum for Women-Owned Businesses

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Offers up-to-date information on COVID-19 relief and other resources available to women-owned businesses Several business representatives covers topics such as PPP and WBDC grants Free webinar About This forum offers up-to-date information on COVID-19 relief and other resources available to women-owned businesses. Topics include the Paycheck Protection Program, one-on-one counseling opportunities, and recently launched opportunities…

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WBDC and Liberty Bank: Academy for Small Business

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A comprehensive 10-session small business training program offering a $5,000 line of credit to those who complete it Recommended for existing businesses Free webinar About In this partnership between the Women’s Business Development Council and Liberty Bank, participants who complete a full comprehensive training program for small businesses are eligible for a $5,000 line of…

SBIR-STTR Bootcamp

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An overview of the SBIR and STTR programs Identifying opportunities, developing a concept proposal, and more Free webinar About While this online event is geared toward West Virginia businesses, it provides a helpful overview of the SBIR and STTR programs as a whole. Participants learn about identifying opportunities, developing a concept proposal, preparing a grant,…

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