SBA discusses efforts to promote and support Hispanic entrepreneurship Includes a panel discussion with Hispanic business owners on how they overcame pandemic challenges Free webinar About In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, U.S. Small Business Administration officials will discuss the agency's efforts to promote and support Hispanic entrepreneurship. The event also includes a panel…
An introduction to text message marketing Learn how to start and evaluate this type of marketing campaign Free webinar About Text messages aren't just for chatting with family and friends; they can also be a useful way to directly interact with your customers. This webinar offers an introduction to text message marketing, including how to…
Improve your skills in advanced manufacturing How to use and handle equipment, units of measurement, measurement interpretation, and more In-person training event About An in-person training event to improve attendee's skills in advanced manufacturing, using hands-on activities using micrometers, calipers, and gauges. The event will cover how to handle and use equipment, units of measurement,…
A review of the newly implemented Cybersecurity Standards Act Find out if your small business is eligible for "safe harbor" in the event of a cyberattack Free webinar About The Cybersecurity Standards Act, which goes into effect on Oct. 1, 2021, allows eligible small businesses to be granted "safe harbor" if they suffer a cyberattack…
An open house at CCAT's Advanced Technology Center See the manufacturing and technologies used across Connecticut In-person event About This open house at the Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology's Advanced Technology Center allows attendees to take a closer look at modern manufacturing and technologies used across the state. Tour the center, speak with industry ambassadors,…
An event to offer networking and mentorship opportunities to women entrepreneurs An online celebration of Women's Entrepreneurship Week Free webinar About A celebration of Women's Entrepreneurship Week, this online event offers networking and mentoring opportunities to women entrepreneurs and organizations in Connecticut. The goal is to create lasting relationships that will provide year-round "meaningful opportunities…
Understanding whether your business is prepared for Connecticut's paid family and medical leave program Program takes effect on Jan. 1, 2022 Free webinar About Starting on Jan. 1, 2022, Connecticut employees can begin drawing benefits from the state's new paid family and medical leave program. This webinar gives an overview of the program's rules, and…
FEMA contracts with local small businesses in areas affected by disasters Learn more about opportunities and requirements for working with the agency Free webinar About Whenever disaster strikes, the Federal Emergency Management Agency contracts with local contractors whenever possible and feasible to help render aid. This webinar helps small businesses to be more aware of…
Evaluating the feasibility of a business idea, or adjusting one to be successful A regular offering from the WBDC Free webinar About In this webinar, which is regularly offered by the Women's Business Development Council, entrepreneurs get tips on evaluating their business idea. The session helps to determine whether the idea is feasible, or how…
Tips for applying for forgiveness for a Paycheck Protection Program loan Includes a review of recent changes to the forgiveness process Free webinar About Did you receive a Paycheck Protection Program during the COVID-19 pandemic? This webinar covers how you can apply for forgiveness for your loan, including changes to the process made under the…
Preparing an SBIR/STTR proposal for the National Institutes of Health A two-part training session Free webinar About A two-part training session focused on preparing an SBIR/STTR proposal for the National Institutes of Health. The first session looks at getting started with the proposal as well as topics like conflicts of interest and the specific aims…
The process and strategies of relocating a business after a move Part of the Blue Stream initiative to support entrepreneurs who are mobile due to their association with the military Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Council's Blue Stream initiative is designed to help entrepreneurs build mobility into their business plans, and gives particular…
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