An annual event spotlighting "badass women with badass science startups" Convenes movers and shakers with different types of businesses, different science backgrounds from low to high tech Free webinar About VertueLab and Women in Science PDX are coming together again for an annual event to spotlight badass women with badass science startups. The event convenes…
Guidance for entrepreneurs looking to start a business later in life Offers a five-step approach to launching a business Free webinar About This webinar, a partnership between the Women's Business Development Council and AARP, helps older adults gain the knowledge, support, and resources to start their own business. The program takes a five-step approach, taking…
A workshop helping entrepreneurs evaluate the feasibility of their business idea Receive input on your proposal and determine if it needs to be changed Free webinar About Once you have an idea for a business, you'll want to evaluate it to make sure it's feasible. This workshop helps you determine whether your idea will be…
Understanding your reasons for starting a business The distinction between a "lifestyle" and "venture" business and how it affects your planning Free webinar About Planning a business takes more than just developing an idea; you'll also need to determine your reasons for starting a business and what you hope to accomplish. This webinar covers the…
How to develop a strategy for the long-term success of a nonprofit organization For those starting or currently running a nonprofit Free webinar About This webinar assists those who are starting a nonprofit organization or are currently running one. Learn what defines a nonprofit organization, how to recruit volunteers, how to manage a board and…
A panel of veteran entrepreneurs discusses business issues with veterans How veterans can be successful in business, challenges and opportunities, and other topics Free webinar About Veterans have developed valuable skills and qualities that make them good entrepreneurial candidates, but, like anyone looking to get into business, they can be daunted by the process of…
Identifying and mitigating potential risks to your business Session covers everything from basic threats to "Black Swan" events Free webinar About Preparing for worst-case scenarios is a prudent step when starting or managing a business, but many companies fail to conduct a formal risk assessment. Major crises can occur as a result of anything from…
A quarterly meeting of the U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development Discusses challenges faced by veteran small business owners and any policy recommendations Free webinar About The U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development holds its quarterly meeting to discuss challenges faced by veteran…
A quarterly meeting of the U.S. Small Business Administration's Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs Discusses challenges faced by veteran small business owners and any policy recommendations Free webinar About The U.S. Small Business Administration's Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs holds its quarterly meeting to discuss challenges faced by veteran small business owners and…
Developing a clear, focused summary of how your business will operate Eliminating distractions, understanding scope and strategy, and more Free webinar About A one-page business plan gives you a chance to develop a clear, focused summary of how your business will operate. This webinar covers how to develop such a plan to guide your company's…
Entrepreneurs' enthusiasm can often cloud their judgment when it comes to business ideas Steps for validating your business idea to ensure it has a chance to succeed Free webinar About Launching a business can be a leap of faith, but it shouldn't be a leap off a cliff. Many entrepreneurs become so enamored with their…
A six-part series on the fundamentals of building a business A virtual course supported by online tools and worksheets Registration fee required About This course is designed to assist entrepreneurs in understanding the fundamentals of building a business, gaining a clear understanding of how they will develop their business idea. The six-part course is taught…
Connecting Connecticut businesses with resources and like-minded entrepreneurs.
