Information sessions on child care provider grants available through the WBDC Four grants of $25,000 will be awarded Free webinars About A live webinar for child care providers, this session offers information on child care business grant opportunities from the Women's Business Development Center. Learn about eligibility, what the funds can be used for, and…
How businesses can prepare to navigate Connecticut's paid family and medical leave program Employer responsibilities, job-protected leave, income replacement, and more Free webinar About Since the start of the year, Connecticut businesses have been paying into Connecticut's paid family and medical leave program; employees will be able to take advantage of the program starting next…
An interactive presentation on how credit scores are calculated Tips for improving your credit score Free webinar About Improving your credit score can be beneficial for your business as well as your personal finances, but you may not know what goes into determining this critical measure. This webinar gives an interactive presentation on how credit…
An update on the necessary requirements of doing business with the state of Connecticut or the federal government Updates to the Connecticut Supplier Diversity Program, vendor registration process, and more Free webinar About This webinar helps business owners understand the latest updates and requirements when doing business with the state of Connecticut or the federal…
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…
Scaling your business by improving your online presence Expanding your digital footprint, connecting with audiences online, and more Free webinar About An online presence is becoming more and more of a necessity when starting a business. This webinar covers how you can scale your business by improving your online presence, including ways to expand your…
A guide to the QuickBooks Online software Designed for those without accounting or bookkeeping experience Free webinar About This webinar is designed to assist those who aren't familiar with accounting or bookkeeping to the QuickBooks Online software. Learn the basic tools and functionalities of the software and determine if it will fit the needs of…
Using local resources to help network and grow your business Part of the WBDC's Blue Stream initiative Free webinar About Part of the Women's Business Development Council's Blue Stream initiative to support military spouses and other mobile entrepreneurs, this webinar focuses on how to use local resources to improve your business's chances of success. A…
A presentation by a group of business organizations and banks Understanding traditional and non-traditional lenders, alternative lenders, and qualifications for a business loan Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Council welcomes guests from HEDCO, the Community Economic Development Foundation, Webster Bank, and JPM Chase Bank to discuss opportunities for how entrepreneurs can access funding…
Understanding the steps necessary to apply for forgiveness for a Paycheck Protection Program Includes updates to the process made through legislation Free webinar About If you received a loan under the Paycheck Protection Program, you may be coming up against a deadline to apply for forgiveness. This webinar covers the steps necessary to submit your…
An overview of how the Connecticut paid leave program affects workers Eligibility, qualifying events, and more Free webinar About Starting Dec. 1, workers at Connecticut employer businesses can begin submitting applications for state paid leave benefits that will become available in 2022. This webinar covers what the program means for Connecticut employees, addressing issues such…
An information session on a WBDC program offering grants of up to $10,000 to qualifying women-owned businesses Eligibility requirements, what the funding can be used for, and more Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Council's Equity Match Grant program offers women-owned businesses in Connecticut that have been in operation for at least two years…
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