A hands-on workshop to understand the fundamentals of starting a business Preparing financial information, marketing plans, pricing, and more Free webinar About If you have an idea for a business or are about to start an endeavor, this course can help make sure you're on the right track. The hands-on workshop gives you a better…
A half-day conference giving an update on the state of manufacturing in Connecticut A look at challenges and initiatives, as well as leadership and innovation awards Free for CBIA members and CONNSTEP clients About A joint presentation of CBIA, CONNSTEP, and ReadyCT, the Made in Connecticut: 2020 Manufacturing Summit takes a look at the state…
A course offering an overview of QuickBooks Online Familiarize yourself with this accounting tool and see if it's right for your business Free webinar About Designed for those with minimal bookkeeping or accounting experience, this free webinar provides a general overview of QuickBooks Online. Participants learn the basic features and functionality of this tool to…
An overview of the Women-Owned Small Business Contracting program Certification must be completed by interested companies before submitting an offer under the program Free webinar About The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Contracting Program is designed to level the playing field for women-owned small businesses to compete for federal contracts. This free webinar provides an overview…
Remote work is likely to remain in force to some degree after it became commonplace during the COVID-19 pandemic The Women's Leadership Network leads a webinar on how to effectively manage your employees with this work setup Free to WLN members About Millions of employers have allowed employees to work remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic,…
A virtual job fair for companies with fewer than 20 openings Workshops for job seekers will also be included Free event About Presented by the Waterbury Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board, this free virtual job fair is available to businesses with 20 or fewer job openings. Businesses can personalize…
Disagreements, unmet expectations, and other issues can create massive profit drains for your company Learn how to communicate with employees to improve understanding and resolve problems Free webinar About the event Lingering disagreements, productivity issues, and other chronic problems cost small businesses billions of dollars each year. To ensure efficiency, managers must be clear about…
An online networking event with a structured format and breakout rooms Limited to 30 people Open to Waterbury Regional Chamber members only About Start your morning with this expedited networking event. Participants follow a structured format but connect with other business professionals for one-on-one sessions in breakout rooms. The event is limited to 30 people,…
The COVID-19 pandemic has put more pressure on companies to return their manufacturing operations in the United States This event explores how reshoring can strengthen supply chains and lead to higher profits Admission event About The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the weaknesses of relying on international manufacturers and suppliers, as supply chain disruptions created shortages…
Panel discussion on how Connecticut's Phase 3 reopening guidelines apply to restaurants A discussion of indoor dining, cost-effective ventilation improvements, and more Free webinar About With cooling weather making outdoor dining more difficult and Phase 3 guidelines allowing expanded capacity for indoor seating, restaurant owners are looking for ways to safely and profitably run their…
An event to help small business owners navigate the assistance programs available to them SBA and DECD officials speak about Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness and the CT Cares Small Business Grant Free webinar About If you're a small business owner in need of financial assistance or looking for help in navigating PPP forgiveness rules, this…
An introduction to the resources available to veterans and military members in starting a business Part of the SBA's National Veterans Small Business Week Free webinar About Celebrating its seventh year, the U.S. Small Business Administration's National Veterans Small Business Week recognizes active duty military members, veterans, military spouses, and National Guard and Reserve members.…
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