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Welcome to WBDC Orientation

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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…

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Microloans in Connecticut

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The U.S. Small Business Administration offers microloans of up to $50,000 A panel discussion on this financing as well as SBA technical assistance Free webinar About The U.S. Small Business Administration offers microloans of up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain nonprofit child care centers to start up and expand. This panel discussion…

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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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Power Lunch: Secrets of Free Business Advising

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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…

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How to Start a Food Business

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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…

$80

Info Session: Child Care Grants

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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,…

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Entrepreneurship for Veterans

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Veterans looking to start their own business can benefit from transferable military skills A discussion of entrepreneurship and whether it might be right for you Free webinar About Veterans interested in starting a business can leverage their transferable military skills to find success. This webinar, hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Veterans Business Outreach…

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Boots to Business REBOOT for Veteran Entrepreneurs

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A full-day course to provide assistance to veteran entrepreneurs Evaluating a business opportunity, market research, and more Free webinar About Presented by the Maine District Office of the Small Business Administration and the Veterans Business Outreach Center of New England, this full-day course is designed to assist veterans interested in starting their own business or…

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Steps for Starting a Business for Veterans

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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…

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2022 CT Entrepreneur Awards

Paier College 84 Iranstan Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, United States

A celebration of Connecticut's entrepreneurs Includes a networking session and two hours of educational seminars Admission required About This event, recognizing Connecticut's top entrepreneurs, also includes a networking session and two hours of educational seminars. Topics include securing your profits, efficiently spending your marketing budget, legal considerations, and determining what step of the entrepreneurial ladder…

$65

Business Plan Basics for Veterans

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A session for those planning a business or operating a company without a business plan Conducting market research, establishing a marketing plan, and other steps in creating a strong business plan Free webinar About A business plan is a crucial piece of information necessary to improve your company’s chances of success. This veteran-oriented session guides…

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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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