A letter of intent is required for entrepreneurs applying to the SBIR/STTR program Learn the purpose of this letter and how to craft a successful one Admission event About The Department of Defense is the only agency that requires applicants to write a letter of intent before submitting a proposal to its SBIR/STTR program. This…
Growing your business by identifying similarities in your customer base and finding new clients that meet this profile For small manufacturers Free webinar About If you're a small manufacturer, your revenues can be significantly impacted if even a single customer takes their business elsewhere. This webinar walks you through how you can develop a strategic…
Connecticut law requires most employers to provide training to prevent workplace harassment Learn about identifying and preventing harassment Open to Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce members only About Under new legislation in Connecticut, employers must train managers and supervisors on the topic of workplace harassment and any companies with three or more employees must train…
A look at the technology solutions that can assist with returning to work during the COVID-19 pandemic A virtual "Lunch and Learn" event $20 general admission About A look at the technology solutions that can assist with a safe return to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. The virtual "Lunch and Learn" event is free for…
A regular series by the Naval & Maritime Consortium to highlight its members Set up like a virtual trade show This month features DAA Solutions About Each month, the Naval & Maritime Consortium puts the spotlight on one of its members to highlight their capabilities and services. The series is set up like a virtual…
The COVID-19 pandemic spurred updates to the unemployment insurance program that made it easier for some self-employed business owners to draw benefits, but it can still be difficult to navigate the system Learn about the state's unemployment system and how various factors can affect your claim Free webinar About the event Following the COVID-19 pandemic's…
A monthly meeting hosted by the Naval & Maritime Consortium A way to increase situational awareness of stakeholders in and around the Thames River in Connecticut No registration required About On the third Friday of each month, the Naval & Maritime Consortium hosts its Thames River Working Group meeting to improve situational awareness of stakeholders…
Connecticut's Paid Family Leave program begins payroll withdrawals on Jan. 1, 2021 Learn more about the program, including eligibility and requirements Free webinar About Under Connecticut's new Paid Family Leave program, a 0.5 percent payroll deduction will go into effect at the start of 2021 to begin funding paid family and medical leave benefits in…
Changes are coming to SBA programs for women-owned small businesses Find out about the change in the certification process Free webinar About The U.S. Small Business Administration is currently updating its Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program (and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program) to eliminate self-certification. This webinar looks at how the…
Using Google Analytics to set goals and track progress Second in a two-part series Free webinar About Building off an introductory course on Google Analytics, this webinar explores how businesses can set goals and track progress using this tool. A recording of the first session is available for those who missed it. About the presenter…
Information sessions on grants offered by the Women's Business Development Council Grants of up to $10,000 are available to qualifying businesses Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Council is offering grants of up to $10,000 for women-owned businesses in Connecticut that have a clearly defined project that will have a measurable effect on their…
Methods for finding customers when you launch or expand a business Marketing, internet tactics, referrals, and more Free webinar About Your business is ready to go, but how do you find customers and spread the word about what you have to offer? This webinar, the first in a two-part series, looks at marketing, the internet,…
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