Improving your technology so it can scale with your business Re-platforming, avoiding technology pitfalls, and other topics Free webinar About E-commerce has become more of an essential feature for small businesses in recent years, and you'll need to determine whether your existing technology is able to help you grow and expand. This webinar is designed…
A new WBDC program to help business owners navigate technology more easily Organizing your e-mails, sending documents securely, and more Free webinar About A new series from the Women's Business Development Council, Tech Made Easy is offered on a monthly basis and helps business owners navigate technology more effectively. This session focuses on ways to…
A chance to meet Connecticut legislators and discuss issues facing the business community All 16 legislative delegates for Middlesex County have been invited to attend Admission required About This event invites attendees to meet members of Connecticut General Assembly and discuss issues facing the business community. All 16 legislative delegates for Middlesex County have been…
The annual State of the Town address from the West Hartford mayor A look at the past year and the year ahead Admission required About West Hartford Mayor Shari Cantor presents the annual State of the Town address, looking at what has occurred in the past year and what is planned for the year ahead.…
Connecting with free or low-cost counseling on a variety of business topics Find a mentor with the Connecticut Small Business Development Center Free webinar About This panel discussion of entrepreneurs, small business owners, and counselors offers insights into free or low-cost counseling in areas like raising capital, business planning, e-commerce, and more. The session offers…
Learn about free or low-cost training opportunities to develop your business Options for raising capital, regulatory compliance, and more Free webinar About Spend your lunch break learning more about the free resources that can help you start a business or remain competitive in your existing endeavor. This panel discussion features entrepreneurs, small business owners, and…
Considerations and precautions when pursuing a government contract Contracting tools that can assist your small business Free webinar About Federal contracts can generate significant revenue for a company, but can also be challenging to earn - especially as the government seeks to consolidate awards. This session covers key considerations and precautions in preparing a competitive…
Learn more about setting up and using QuickBooks The importance of the Chart of Accounts and how to use it correctly Free webinar About QuickBooks is a valuable accounting tool for small business owners. This webinar covers topics such as setting up and using the software, the importance of the Chart of Accounts, and how…
A four-part series on opening a business in the food industry Startup costs, legal requirements, getting a product into stores, and more Fee required About Interested in starting a restaurant, food truck, or other business in the food industry? This four-part interactive series includes insights and advice from successful entrepreneurs in the industry as well…
An information session on WBDC's grants for child care businesses Eligibility requirements, what funds can be used for, and more Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Council is offering grants to qualified child care businesses as part of Connecticut's Child Care Business Opportunity Fund. Grants are available to businesses in all stages of development,…
A three-part series on raising awareness of career opportunities in the manufacturing sector Particular attention is given to increasing access and engagement for those who are underrepresented in STEM fields Free webinars About This three-part series of webinars focuses on increasing awareness of manufacturing careers among students, giving particular focus to increasing access and engagement…
Resolving challenges when building teams whose members are separated by various factors Creating a strong group with a focus on the goals and organization Admission required About When creating a team, you'll inevitably bring together people who are separated by race, gender, socio-economic status, political ideologies, and more. This session covers how companies can resolve…
Connecting Connecticut businesses with resources and like-minded entrepreneurs.
