An introduction to QuickBooks for new users Learn about using the software to meet your business needs Free webinar About This webinar offers an overview of QuickBooks for new users who are setting up the program. Learn how to use the software to pay bills, track sales, and more. About the presenter Elizabeth Santaus is…
An event helping connect small business owners with the resources that can help them grow COVID-19 relief programs, policy updates from the Biden administration, becoming a vaccine leader, and more Free webinar About This webinar is part of a series of presentations by the U.S. Small Business Administration and Public Private Strategies Institute. The sessions…
A weekly program covering essential issues in starting a business Qualified participants can compete for a $5,000 grant Free webinars About A free weekly webinar program covering essential issues involved in starting a new business. Topics covered include business planning, the legal aspects of business formation, acquiring financing, accounting and bookkeeping, and attracting customers. Qualified…
Tips for applying for forgiveness for a Paycheck Protection Program loan Includes a review of recent changes to the forgiveness process Free webinar About Did you receive a Paycheck Protection Program during the COVID-19 pandemic? This webinar covers how you can apply for forgiveness for your loan, including changes to the process made under the…
An overview of Connecticut and federal research and development tax credits Eligible costs, differences between state and federal programs, and more Free webinar About For businesses engaged in research and development efforts, considerable federal and state tax credits may be available to them. This panel discussion looks at both options, including eligible costs, how the…
A five-part course on important topics in starting a business Business idea feasibility, marketing and sales basics, financing needs, and more Free webinar series About A five-part series for entrepreneurs looking to start their business, with the option to attend all sessions or individual courses. Dates and topics include: Oct. 26 - What's the Big…
Making your company's financials stronger to be more attractive to lenders Includes a look at the information used by lenders and underwriting departments when determining loans Free webinar About How can you make your business so attractive that banks will be competing to offer you a loan? This webinar looks at how you can improve…
How disabled small business owners pivoted during the COVID-19 pandemic with help from the SBA Learn about SBA resources, disability inclusion, and more Free webinar About This panel discussion looks at how disabled small business owners were able to use relief from the U.S. Small Business Administration to successfully pivot during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics…
Learn what's involved in setting up a recreational marijuana business in Connecticut A panel discussion on regulations, accessing capital, hiring and training workers, and more Admission required About Under legislation passed earlier this year, recreational marijuana has been legalized in Connecticut and retail sales are set to begin next month. In this event organized by…
Information sessions on child care provider grants available through the WBDC Four grants of $25,000 will be awarded Free webinars About A live webinar for child care providers, this session offers information on child care business grant opportunities from the Women's Business Development Center. Learn about eligibility, what the funds can be used for, and…
An interactive presentation on how credit scores are calculated Tips for improving your credit score Free webinar About Improving your credit score can be beneficial for your business as well as your personal finances, but you may not know what goes into determining this critical measure. This webinar gives an interactive presentation on how credit…
How franchising can offer a path to business ownership Assessing a franchise opportunity, preparing to purchase, and more Free webinar About Franchising is one option for owning a business, and the options for doing so extend beyond fast food and retail. This webinar covers what qualities are present in a good franchise system, what preparations…
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