Buying a commercial building can free your business from landlords and leases The terms, appraisal, and other factors of a commercial purchase differ considerably from a residential purchase Free webinar About Just as renters often seek to buy their own home to free themselves from a landlord, business owners may yearn to buy their own…
Learn the basics of web design and making your website more user-friendly Picking a domain name, integrating with Google and social media, and more Free webinar About Part of the KeyBank Workshop Series, this event covers the basics of web design and takes you through how you can make your website more user-friendly. The workshop…
For those who have a business idea but aren't sure how to proceed Develop an understanding of business fundamentals and a plan for launching your venture A six-session course About A six-session course geared toward those who have a business idea but aren't sure how to develop it, the Business Concept Clinic helps guide participants…
A webinar for entrepreneurs with no marketing background How to develop a marketing strategy, interact with customers, and bolster your online presence Free webinar About Designed for entrepreneurs with no marketing background, this interactive webinar explores how you can develop a marketing strategy and interact with customers. It also covers the digital "must-haves" for your…
A strong digital presence has become a mandatory requirement rather than an option An interactive presentation to assist manufacturers in strengthening their web presence Conduct a self-audit, learn about digital strategy, and find out where to make improvements About A strong digital presence is no longer an option for businesses; it's a requirement. This interactive…
Federal certification is available for veterans and service disabled veterans who own a small business Learn about eligibility, required documentation, set-aside opportunities, and more Free webinar About Veterans who start their own business are eligible for a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) & Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certification from the federal government.…
Recognizes the contributions of Black entrepreneurs Stories, tips, and more on starting, growing, and financing a business Free webinar About In celebration of Black History Month, this trio of events focuses on stories, lessons learned, tips, resources, and other information specific to Black entrepreneurs and small business owners. Panel discussions take place each day around…
An overview of several topics related to financial literacy in running a business Geared to Black business owners, following a SCORE study that finds a majority of these entrepreneurs report that their business is not profitable Free webinar About A recent SCORE study found that less than 10 percent of Black entrepreneurs described their business…
A virtual breakfast event with Connecticut legislators Learn more about the proposals before the state legislature this year Admission event About Legislative leaders attend this virtual breakfast event to discuss the issues that are before the Connecticut General Assembly for the 2021 session. A chance to hear what changes might be in store for state…
Finding an e-commerce platform that will serve both you and your customers Features to consider, when to upgrade your technology, and more Free webinar About The COVID-19 pandemic has put greater emphasis on the need for small businesses to adopt e-commerce platforms, but it's crucial to find one that works well for your company and…
Determining whether your business idea is economically feasible Tips to adapt your idea so it will be profitable Free webinar About You’ve got an idea for a business, but will it be able to turn a profit? This webinar helps you evaluate whether your idea is a viable concept, and also offers tips for adapting…
Learn the unique aspects of starting a nonprofit organization Recruiting volunteers, fundraising, managing a board and staff, and more Free webinar About Launching a nonprofit organization shares many of the steps required to start a for-profit business, but has its own unique considerations as well. This webinar covers topics such as how a nonprofit is…
An overview of the State Historic Preservation Office Offers opportunities for revitalizing historic properties and communities throughout Connecticut Free webinar About This webinar offers an overview of the State Historic Preservation Office, which administers a range of state and federal programs to identify, register, and protect the buildings, sites, structures, districts, and objects that comprise…
The ninth annual CEO Speakers Series of the Young Professionals of Waterbury Region A presentation from Maria Sanchez, founder and owner of Sweet Maria's Free to Waterbury Regional Chamber of Commerce members, admission for non-members About The Young Professionals of Waterbury Region present their ninth annual CEO Speaker Series, with a focus on entrepreneurs. The…
Leadership skills are critical for the success of any small business Find out what it takes to build and sustain a venture, and attract investor attention Free webinar About No matter what kind of small business you are and what kind of financing you're using, your company's success depends on leadership. If you don't have…
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…
Opportunities in the National Science Foundation's SBIR program Helps startups and small businesses transform their ideas into marketable products and services Free webinar About This webinar serves as an introduction to the National Science Foundation's SBIR program, which provides an opportunity for startups and small businesses to transform their ideas into marketable products and services.…
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