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How You Can Benefit From a Mentor’s Help as You Start Up, Grow, or Pivot

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Perspectives on the SCORE mentoring program The benefits to business owners who become SCORE mentors Free webinar About Whether you're just getting started in business, trying to grow an existing company, or pivoting to meet changing circumstances, getting help from an experienced professional can make a big difference. This webinar offers perspectives on the SCORE…

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KeyBank Workshop Series – Customer Connection: Create a Community of Raving Fans Through Digital Communication

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Customer connections have become more challenging as the COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses to rely more on digital communications How this method can still create positive, long-lasting relationships Free webinar About Creating sustained, long-term, positive relationships with customers is an important part of maintaining and growing your business. This webinar covers how this process became more…

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MMS: Getting the Most Out of Networking Events

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Getting the maximum benefit from networking events A key step in raising awareness of your business and helping it grow Free webinar About Networking is a key step in raising awareness of your business and helping it grow. But are you effectively using networking events for this purpose? This webinar helps you ensure that you…

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Power Lunch: Secrets of the Free Business Advising

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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…

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People, Pathways, and Technology for the Future Manufacturing Workforce

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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…

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Welcome to WBDC Orientation for Child Care Providers

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An introduction to the Women's Business Development Council for child care providers Learn more about the organization's financial and entrepreneurial education opportunities, grants, and more Free webinar About This webinar serves as an introduction to the Women's Business Development Council, with an emphasis on the resources it provides to child care providers. Learn more about…

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39th Annual Business Women’s Forum

Aqua Turf Club 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville, CT, United States

A full-day conference for women in business Keynote speakers and networking opportunities Admission required About Billing itself as the largest, longest running full-day conference for women in Connecticut, this annual forum includes a slate of speakers addressing topics such as leadership, emotional intelligence, and reducing stress. The event also offers opportunities for networking. The event…

Power Lunch with Women Business Centers in Connecticut

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An overview of the Small Business Administration's Women Business Centers and how these sites in Connecticut can assist your business Mentors, training, counseling, and other resources Free webinar About Spend your lunch break learning more about the Small Business Administration's Women Business Centers and how these sites in Connecticut can assist your business. The panel…

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Connecticut Manufacturing, Engineering, and Technology Career Fair

People's United Center 305 Sherman Ave., Hamden, United States

An opportunity for employers to connect with job seekers Designed to appeal to high school students and recent college graduates Free event About This event allows manufacturing, engineering, and technology employers to seek job candidates, and provides a way for job seekers to connect with these employers. The fair is designed to provide high school…

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Leverage Government Contracting Resource Fair

Floyd Little Athletic Center 480 Sherman Parkway, New Haven, CT, United States

Showcases opportunities available for small businesses to contract with the federal government Connect with companies, organizations, and others who subcontract products or services Free event About The federal government bills itself as the world's largest single buyer of goods and services. This event features Rep. Rosa DeLauro, the Small Business Administration, Connecticut state agencies, and…

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Connecticut Business Day

The Bushnell Performing Arts Center 166 Capitol Ave., Hartford, CT, United States

An annual event, this year focusing on networking opportunities with Connecticut lawmakers Includes updates on the issues before the Connecticut General Assembly and the business community's policy priorities Free event About Connecticut Business Day this year will focus on networking with state legislators, including an emphasis on informal conversations to help make lawmakers more aware…

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Women-Owned Business Day

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A celebration of women-owned businesses in Connecticut A look at the impact of these businesses on the state's economy Free event About This virtual celebration of the Women's Business Development Council's 25th anniversary brings together Connecticut entrepreneurs and legislators. The event will highlight the impact of women-owned businesses on the state's economy.

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