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…
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…
Considerations and precautions when pursuing a government contract Contracting tools that can assist your small business Free webinar About Federal contracts can generate significant revenue for a company, but can also be challenging to earn - especially as the government seeks to consolidate awards. This session covers key considerations and precautions in preparing a competitive…
Learn more about setting up and using QuickBooks The importance of the Chart of Accounts and how to use it correctly Free webinar About QuickBooks is a valuable accounting tool for small business owners. This webinar covers topics such as setting up and using the software, the importance of the Chart of Accounts, and how…
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…
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,…
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…
Taking steps to improve your business if you feel like you've gone off track Managing your time better, maximizing your marketing efforts, and more Free webinar About While owning a small business offers the potential to boost your income and give you more control over your professional life, it can also have the opposite effect:…
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…
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…
An overview of new and updated cybersecurity laws in Connecticut The expanded definition of "personal information," rewards for a written cybersecurity program, and more Free webinar About In response to recent cybersecurity attacks, Connecticut has issued new and updated laws aimed at protecting companies and their clients. This webinar offers an overview of this legislation,…
An overview of the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs Learn about participating agencies, eligibility requirements, and more Free webinar About These sessions help entrepreneurs learn more about the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs, including federal agencies participating in the programs, eligibility requirements, common misconceptions, how…
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