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…
How to use QuickBook to set up a business Explains the Chart of Accounts and its critical importance in the correct use of QuickBooks Free webinar About Anyone who has started a business has bills to pay, customer sales to track, and taxes to file. This webinar explains how QuickBooks can assist with the process,…
How to create a "government friendly" capability statement For companies soliciting their work or responding to bid opportunities Free webinar About This webinar covers offers guidance on crafting capability statement when soliciting your company to government agencies and prime contractors or responding to bid opportunities. The session covers key areas needed to take a "government…
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…
Learn about the latest updates to the Paycheck Protection Program Guidance on recent changes put in place by the Biden administration Free webinar About The Biden administration recently announced new rules for the Paycheck Protection Program, including a two-week exclusive application window for businesses and nonprofits with fewer than 20 employees, the promise of a…
Insight on how to begin integrating energy management Improve and optimize the energy performance Learn more about energy efficiency opportunities About Eversource will provide insight on how you can begin integrating energy management behavior to help improve and optimize the energy performance of your manufacturing processes. This webinar covers how you can pursue energy efficiency…
A workshop offering tips on improving your day-to-day efficiency Identify the tasks that take up the most time each day and develop strategies to get those hours back Free webinar About It's a problem countless entrepreneurs have encountered: so much to do, and so little time. If you feel like there aren't enough hours in…
A comparison of the Desktop and Online versions of QuickBooks Guides attendees through the process of setting up a company using the software Free webinar About A webinar comparing the Desktop and Online versions of QuickBooks. The session will set up a QuickBooks Desktop company from scratch, and do the same for QuickBooks Online if…
Learn how to take advantage of bid opportunities presented by cities and towns Focuses on opportunities in the Fairfield County region Free webinar About Cities and towns regularly put out opportunities for local companies to do contract work, opening up new opportunities for your company. This webinar covers topics such as registering as a vendor,…
Sales can be an intimidating part of starting and running a business Learn the principles involved in successful sales and how you can build your confidence Free webinar About Even if they have a sound business idea and plan, entrepreneurs may worry that they won't be good enough at sales to be successful. This webinar…
How to identify the clients who will be the best fit for what your company offers For those building a strategy to target their company's services to clients Free webinar About The Middletown Entrepreneurs Work Space (MEWS+) offers tips for developing strategies that are best suited for your business's services. The session covers topics such…
Learn more about SBA Guaranteed loan programs A session geared to women business owners who don't qualify for conventional financing Free webinar About This webinar helps women business owners who don't qualify for conventional financing find loans to assist with working capital, equipment, and inventory. The session focuses on SBA Guaranteed loan programs and their…
Helps manufacturers explore and implement automated manufacturing solutions in their facilities Staubli will share new solutions for machine tending robots Learn about cutting edge solutions like HelMo, a mobile robot perfect for machine tending applications About This is the second workshop in CCAT's Robotics & Automation Series designed to help manufacturers explore and implement automated…
Get answers to your questions on 2020 business taxes The session will also offer tax advice you can implement throughout the year Free webinar About The deadline to file your 2020 taxes is fast approaching, and the tumultuous circumstances of that year promise to make filing more of a challenge for business owners. This hourlong…
Invites business owners to share their concerns and challenges with state legislators Discusses the Rebuilding Connecticut policy pledge and grassroots best practices Free webinar About This virtual conference invites business owners to share their concerns and challenges with state legislators. Governor Ned Lamont gives the opening remarks, and a bipartisan group of lawmakers will discuss…
How Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) can improve your production scheduling Covers the basics of scheduling The first of two sessions on APS About Production scheduling is becoming increasingly critical to meet customer demand and remain competitive in today’s very challenging market, as late orders or poor communication can easily result in lost customers. This…
Insights and strategies on how to improve your business's exports Resources for taking your sales global Free webinar About Celebrating the impact of Small Business Development Centers in helping small businesses grow their exports, the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of International Trade and the SBDC Network present a webinar on the insights, strategies, and…
A course dedicated to helping people master human relations skills Learn how to build trust and persuade other people to take action Admission event About This three-day course helps participants master the human relations skills that allow them to thrive in any setting. Learn how to find and use your inner voice to form closer…
For woman-owned small business or investors Provides more information on SBIR/STTR programs Free webinar About An informal gathering for women-owned small businesses or investors to learn more about Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The webinar includes advice from expert guest speakers Sydney Lienemann and Brittany Sickler on acquiring…
Experts discuss how they helped start-ups access some of the $3.5 billion in annual Small Business Innovation Research Learn about the SBA funding support Provides perspectives on leveraging SBIR/STTR through state matching funds About Tech transfer leaders discuss how they helped start-ups access some of the $3.5 billion in annual Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business…
An informational session on the WOSB Federal Contracting Program Eligibility, finding contract opportunities, and more Free webinar About For 10 years, the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program has been working to help women entrepreneurs be more competitive in the federal marketplace. This session covers numerous topics related to the program, including eligibility, where to…
An introductory seminar on the basics of Directed Energy Deposition This technology can be used to make critical repairs, repurpose or enhance existing parts, and more How metal additive managing can improve your business About Directed Energy Deposition (DED) is a type of additive manufacturing that can be used to not only build new parts…
Covers the most recent changes to the Paycheck Protection Program Includes an overview of changes and funding established by the American Rescue Plan Free webinar About A session covering the most recent changes to the Paycheck Protection Program, including updates for Schedule C filers and the elimination of restrictions on applying for those with federal…
When bankruptcy may be a helpful step for small business owners An overview of how the process works, including consequences and recent legal changes Free webinar About As numerous small businesses facing difficulty with their finances during the COVID-19 pandemic, some business owners may consider bankruptcy as a necessary step. This webinar covers how the…
Solutions for the challenging production scheduling market See Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) in action Realize improved customer service and production efficiencies About This second session on Advanced Planning & Scheduling gives a live demonstration of APS software, highlighting common problems that APS easily handles. It will provide a brief recap of the first session…
Find out about the opportunities available to women entrepreneurs from SBA Resource Partners An interactive session with a question and answer period Free webinar About Find out more about the business counseling and training opportunities available from SBA Resource Partners. This interactive session covers how women business advisors help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting…
Learn how Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Real-Time Locating Systems (RTLS) can provide a solid foundation for your business Unlocking the potential of Industry 4.0 Free webinar About As companies develop plans for harnessing the power of Industry 4.0, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Real Time Locating Systems (RTLS) can provide a solid foundation for…
Learn more about the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant before the program opens to applications on April 8 Program guidelines, the application process, and more Free webinar About Under the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, $16.25 billion in grants will be made available to numerous arts and cultural organizations. This webinar gives potential applicants an opportunity to…
Conquer your fear of public speaking Tips on improving or updating your presentations Free webinar About Fear of public speaking is a common phobia, but this task is essential for entrepreneurs presenting to potential investors and clients. This webinar guides participants through how they can get over their fear, improve their oral presentations, or polish…
A virtual tour of CCAT’s Advanced Technology Centers (ATC) located in East Hartford Learn about the ATC’s technology in additive manufacturing, precision machining, automation and metrology, and composites Provides incumbent workers, educators, and college students with a general understanding of technologies About This virtual tour of CCAT’s Advanced Technology Centers (ATC) in East Hartford will…
An overview of the SBA's new Ascent platform for women entrepreneurs Learn how this digital learning tool can assist your business Free webinar About As part of its efforts to expand resources available to women entrepreneurs, the U.S. Small Business Administration recently introduced Ascent, a digital platform providing education and resources. This brief webinar gives…
A panel discussion of CCAT's Industry Ambassador Program Includes employer perspectives on what the program offers Free webinar About This panel discussion features CCAT's Industry Ambassador Program, which aims to help companies highlight their company's specialties while informing, inspiring, and recruiting the next generation. The session will include an employer perspective on the value of…
Inadequate access to technology is often a major concern for minority-owned businesses in the Hartford area Discover resources available to overcome this problem Free webinar About For many minority-owned businesses in the greater Hartford area, inadequate technology access is a major concern. This event discusses how the problem relates to other challenges facing communities of…
Guidance on the Paycheck Protection Program and the American Rescue Plan Questions answered by WBDC and SBA representatives Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, regularly offers question-and-answer sessions on the Paycheck Protection Program. These sessions cover the latest guidance on the program, as well as…
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