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.…
Two Connecticut lawmakers discuss bills before the state legislature and how they might affect businesses Q&A period included Free to CBIA and Tolland County Chamber of Commerce members. About A collaboration between CBIA and the Tolland County Chamber of Commerce, this event gives business owners a chance to talk with two Connecticut lawmakers on the…
An overview of unemployment insurance and Connecticut's Work Sharing Program Helps business owners be effective in sustaining their company Free webinar About This webinar is designed to help business owners be effective in sustaining their company and its workforce, while also preparing them for any unemployment insurance changes that will be forthcoming under the Biden…
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…
A two-day program on recognizing and identifying the risks of job site hazards Helps demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety Admission event About Taking place over two days, this 10-hour training allows employers to improve their safety awareness and to recognize and identify the risks of job site hazards. It is focused on general industry…
A virtual breakfast meeting with U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal A discussion of COVID-19 response, health care, and other issues before the Senate Admission event. About U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal discusses issues such as state and local COVID-19 response, health care, defense, and other issues before the Senate. The event includes time for questions and answers.…
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…
Expanding to an international market can greatly increase your sales, but can also be a difficult process to navigate Learn about international services, customs, duties and taxes, and more Free webinar About Small business owners often limit their sales efforts to local or regional markets, but e-commerce opens up the possibility for shipping their products…
Covers topics related to the forgiveness of PPP loans Learn more about eligibility, program changes, and necessary documentation Free webinar About Whether you've previously received a Paycheck Protection Program loan or are applying for one under the new round of funding, you'll want to understand the rules for forgiveness so you're not left with an…
A Q&A session for Connecticut employers about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout Employer responsibilities, mandates, and other issues Free for CBIA and CONNSTEP members, admission for others About This interactive webinar is designed to address employer questions on COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Connecticut, including employer responsibilities, whether an employer can mandate that employees be vaccinated, and…
Updated information on the Paycheck Protection Program and COVID-19 relief legislation Tips on submitting an application for PPP Free webinar About Between the changes recently made to the Paycheck Protection Program and the measures included in the American Rescue Plan, business owners may be confused about their current options for financial relief. This webinar gives…
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…
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