A two-day event featuring panel discussions, keynote speakers, and more Topics include innovation and investment, building an equitable recovery, and entrepreneurial opportunities Free webinar About In honor of Women's History Month, the Small Business Administration's Office of Women's Business Ownership and the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center are holding this two-day event of panel discussions, keynote speeches,…
The importance and uses of a business plan and SWOT analysis What information these documents should contain, what they say about your company, and more Free webinar About This webinar covers why a business plan is important, what it is used for, what information it should contain, and what it says about your business. It…
How to revive your presence on social media Regular scheduling, concepts, templates, and more Free webinar About It's easy for social media posts to take lower priority when handling all the matters of running a small business. This webinar helps you revive your online presence, covering topics such as regular scheduling, concepts, templates, and more.…
A presentation on current cybersecurity topics An opportunity to raise your own questions on cybersecurity issues Free webinar About Cybersecurity has become a more pressing concern for small businesses, especially those involved in sensitive government contracting work. This session offers a presentation on current cybersecurity topics as well as an opportunity to have your cybersecurity…
Don’t miss any important steps when starting a business A veteran-oriented session on the essential building blocks for getting a company off the ground Free webinar About Starting a business can be a challenging process, and you’ll want to make sure you don’t miss any critical steps. The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Veterans Business Outreach…
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…
A session on technology needs in the first responder community How entrepreneurs can address these needs through the SBIR program Free webinar About This webinar covers the opportunities available to entrepreneurs through the Small Business Innovation Research program to assist first responders, emergency managers, and incident commanders. The session covers technology needs to help these…
An introduction to QuickBooks Online Covers the basic features and functionality of the tool Free webinar About This webinar offers a general overview of QuickBooks Online and how the bookkeeping software can be useful in your business. The class covers the basic features and functionality of the software, and is aimed at business owners who…
An informational session on the resources the Women's Business Development Council makes available to child care providers Financial and entrepreneurial education opportunities, grants, and more Free webinar About This webinar covers the resources the Women's Business Development Council offers to child care providers. Learn about financial and entrepreneurial education opportunities, grants, promotional community-building opportunities, and…
For those looking to evaluate a business idea Find out whether an idea is feasible or can be revised Free webinar About A regular offering from the Women’s Business Development Council, this session helps entrepreneurs to evaluate their business ideas. Find out whether your idea is viable or whether it can be revised to launch…
A five-part series on starting a business Assessing a business idea, performing a SWOT analysis, marketing basics, and more Free webinars About This set of webinars covers the fundamentals of starting and running a small business. Attendees have the option of attending all five or only participating in individual events. Sessions include: April 5 -…
Learn more about strategies for drawing investors to your company What investors look for, finding the right one for your company, and more Free webinar About Generating investor interest in your business can give your business the financial boost it needs to grow and succeed. This webinar covers topics such as the different types of…
A session on how business owners can find grants and apply for them The required information, conveying your business story, and other key information Free event About This joint presentation of the Women's Business Development Council, Chelsea Groton Bank, and Foundry 66 offers information on how business owners can find grants and apply for them.…
Learn about the SBIR/STTR opportunities available at the National Science Foundation Funds available to support research and development efforts Free webinar About Through its participation in the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs, the National Science Foundation offers $2 million in funding to support research and development efforts. This webinar offers…
An introduction to the Women’s Business Development Council Covers the resources available to small business owners and entrepreneurs Free webinar About This event serves as an introduction to the Women’s Business Development Council, covering the resources available to entrepreneurs and small business owners. The session covers options for those looking to start or expand a…
How to rely on friends and family for business funding without creating legal or personal complications Proper investment types, federal and state securities laws, and more Free webinar About Friends and family are a common, and valuable, source of financial support when starting a business. However, you risk creating legal complications and ruining personal relationships…
Maintaining a personalized touch in your digital marketing E-mail and social media marketing, personalized messaging, online correspondence etiquette, and more Free webinar About Digital channels offer the potential to reach a massive audience, but businesses should still strive to pursue meaningful customer interactions. This webinar covers topics such as e-mail and social media marketing, personalized…
Evaluate and improve your pricing Set projections and grow profits Free webinar About Pricing your products is an essential part of owning a business, but can also be a complicated process. This webinar, directed at companies offering services, helps you understand how to evaluate your prices, set projections, and grow your profits. About the presenter…
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…
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…
A look at the Defense Contract Audit Agency and the resources it offers to small businesses Responsibilities, duties, and the types of audit that can be performed Free webinar About This webinar offers an overview of the Defense Contract Audit Agency, including responsibilities, duties, and the types of audit that can be performed. The webinar…
Making sure your business website accurately reflects you and your company What your site must have to communicate the right message and grow your business Free webinar About A website is an important tool in marketing your business, but it won't do much good if it doesn't accurately reflect you or your company. This webinar…
A program for aspiring entrepreneurs Understand what you need to get started, examine your business concept, and more Free webinar About Trying to determine if entrepreneurship is right for you? This event covers everything you need to know to make this decision, examines the business concept, and helps you understand what you need to get…
Investment opportunities available through the Department of Health and Human Services agencies Program requirements and how investments can help life-saving innovations reach the consumer market Free webinar About This session looks at more than $1 billion in investment opportunities available through the Department of Health and Human Services' agencies, including the National Institutes of Health,…
Assessing your business's finances when you reach profitability Pricing, proactive cash flow management, and more Free webinar About While reaching profitability is an important milestone for your business, it should also be a time to assess your money management strategies to improve your cash flow. This webinar covers topics such as pricing, increasing profits, proactive…
For those looking to pitch a product or service to investors The 10 Ps to success, avoiding the pitfalls a typical entrepreneur falls into, and structuring a successful pitch Free webinar About If you have a product or service ready to go to market and are looking to pitch it to investors, this webinar is…
How to implement best banking practices at your business Forming a banking relationship, how banks work with businesses, and more Free webinar About Banking for your business is considerably different than managing a personal bank account. This webinar covers how you can put best banking practices into place at your business, including how to establish…
A four-part course on QuickBooks Online Get an overview of the popular bookkeeping tool Fee required About This four-part course on QuickBooks Online, covering the basic functions of this popular bookkeeping tool, takes place weekly between April 18 and April 27. Get an overview of the QuickBooks version where your data resides in the cloud;…
How social media can help you promote your business Finding the right platforms to market your company, diversifying your content for social media promotion, and more Free webinar About Social media is a useful tool for promoting your business, but it can be challenging to know which platforms are best for your company and what…
A closer look at the National Science Foundation's Small Business Innovation Research program The program's goal, funding philosophy, project pitch process, and more Free webinar About This session takes a closer look at Small Business Innovation Research funding opportunities available through the National Science Foundation. Learn about the program's goal, funding philosophy, project pitch process,…
A half-day workshop on funding opportunities through the Department of Defense Preparing a proposal, branch-specific accelerated programs, and more Free webinar About This half-day workshop is designed to help entrepreneurs seeking an award through the Department of Defense's Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs. The course covers how to prepare competitive…
Learn more about applying for funds through a CDFI Loan and support programs, and typical reasons why applications are turned down Free webinar About This webinar is designed to help small business owners understand how they can obtain financing through a community development financial institution. The session also covers what loan and support programs are…
An update on the challenges and opportunities facing Connecticut's economy Key priorities and potential solutions to problems pressuring the economy Admission required About This event features discussions from numerous government and business leaders on issues that have been impacting Connecticut's economy, including inflation, labor shortages, supply chain disruptions. The speakers will outline priorities and potential…
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.
How you can turn your hobby into a business A joint presentation of the WBDC and SBA Free webinar About Your career will be a particularly rewarding one if you can do what you love for a living. So can you turn your hobby into a profitable business? This webinar, a joint presentation of the…
Learn more about the Connecticut Paid Leave Program The program offers leave to qualifying workers at Connecticut businesses with at least one employee Free webinar About Since the start of the year, the Connecticut Paid Leave program has been covering all qualifying workers at employers with at least one employee. This webinar, presented by the…
Learn more about the issues involved in forming a limited liability company Tax benefits and disadvantages, compliance requirements, and more Free webinar About Limited liability companies are a popular choice when structuring a business, offering some of the benefits of forming a corporation but maintaining a greater degree of simplicity. This webinar covers the issues…
A 10-session training course for existing small business owners Qualifying business owners can qualify for a $5,000 line of credit Free course About This 10-session course from the Women's Business Development Council and Liberty Bank is designed as a comprehensive training program for existing small businesses in Connecticut. Qualifying small business owners who complete the…
A thorough look at the Department of Defense's SBIR/STTR programs Helps entrepreneurs understand the program requirements before applying Free webinar About The Department of Defense is actively looking to contract with high technology small businesses with the research and development capabilities that can provide solutions for the department's mission-driven national security needs. This session provides…
Protecting your brand and minimizing your chances of a legal dispute or tarnished brand For entrepreneurs looking to create, register, and enforce a brand or domain name Free webinar About This webinar is directed at entrepreneurs looking to create, register, and enforce their brand or domain name. Learn more about how to protect your brand…
How to start a nonprofit organization and ensure its long-term success Recruiting volunteers, securing sponsorships, and more Free webinar About This webinar is geared to entrepreneurs who are interested in starting a nonprofit organization. Topics covered include management tips for long-term success, recruiting volunteers, managing staff, and securing sponsorships. About the presenter Bob Potter is…
How understanding the fundamentals of your business's financials can help guide your management decisions The financial attributes of successful businesses, recordkeeping and tax guidelines, and more Free webinar About Understanding how your business's finances work can help you gain better control over them. This webinar covers the fundamentals that can guide your management decisions, including…
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