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SBA Celebrates Women-Owned Businesses

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A panel discussion in honor of Women's History Month Women entrepreneurs discuss their stories and how they have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic Free webinar About A panel discussion recognizing the resilience, grit, and tenacity of women entrepreneurs in honor of Women's History Month. The panel discussion features Isabella Guzman, the new SBA administrator, as…

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The Secrets of Effective Public Speaking

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Conquer your fear of public speaking Tips on improving or updating your presentations Free webinar About Fear of public speaking is a common phobia, but this task is essential for entrepreneurs presenting to potential investors and clients. This webinar guides participants through how they can get over their fear, improve their oral presentations, or polish…

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Tour Your Advanced Technology Centers

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A virtual tour of CCAT’s Advanced Technology Centers (ATC) located in East Hartford Learn about the ATC’s technology in additive manufacturing, precision machining, automation and metrology, and composites Provides incumbent workers, educators, and college students with a general understanding of technologies About This virtual tour of CCAT’s Advanced Technology Centers (ATC) in East Hartford will…

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Ascent: Women Entrepreneurs, Elevate Your Small Business

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An overview of the SBA's new Ascent platform for women entrepreneurs Learn how this digital learning tool can assist your business Free webinar About As part of its efforts to expand resources available to women entrepreneurs, the U.S. Small Business Administration recently introduced Ascent, a digital platform providing education and resources. This brief webinar gives…

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Equity Financing for Startups and Entrepreneurs

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Provides information on both traditional and alternative financing options for startups A CEDF partner event Free webinar About A look at the traditional and alternative financing options open to entrepreneurs, including angel investors, venture capitalists, government funding programs, and crowdfunding. This webinar helps ease the process of connecting startups with financing, allowing them to spend…

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Virtually Creating Your Trifecta Tribe – Mentors, Peers & Mentees in Business

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Network building has become more challenging during the pandemic but remains a critical part of business success The tools to succeed in relationship development, leveraging social media and virtual events, and more Free webinar About The COVID-19 pandemic has made it more difficult to maintain professional relationships, but these networks are crucial for the success…

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SVOG Application Informational Webinar

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Information on the requirements and application process for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program Program is slated to open on April 8 Free webinar About The U.S. Small Business Administration is preparing to open the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant for applications on April 8. This webinar covers the documentation that must accompany an application, how…

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Business Fundamentals

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A five-week course exploring  the fundamentals of starting or growing a business Attend all five courses or any individual sessions Free webinar About This five-week course looks at the fundamentals involved in starting or growing a business. While it is recommended that you attend all sessions, participants can also attend each session individually. Topics include:…

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

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Guidance on sexual harassment prevention for both supervisory and non-supervistory employees Fulfills requirements of Connecticut state law Admission event About This workshop to fulfill sexual harassment prevention training requirements under Connecticut's updated laws includes CBIA's expanded training for both supervisory and non-supervisory employees. The training includes guidance on recognizing, preventing, and effectively responding to harassing…

Industry Ambassador Program: Using Manufacturing Talent to Showcase Your Company and Inspire the Next Generation

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A panel discussion of CCAT's Industry Ambassador Program Includes employer perspectives on what the program offers Free webinar About This panel discussion features CCAT's Industry Ambassador Program, which aims to help companies highlight their company's specialties while informing, inspiring, and recruiting the next generation. The session will include an employer perspective on the value of…

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Discussion on Barriers to Technology in Communities of Color: Colorful Conversations Series

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Inadequate access to technology is often a major concern for minority-owned businesses in the Hartford area Discover resources available to overcome this problem Free webinar About For many minority-owned businesses in the greater Hartford area, inadequate technology access is a major concern. This event discusses how the problem relates to other challenges facing communities of…

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WBDC/SBA Q&A: PPP and the American Rescue Plan Act

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Guidance on the Paycheck Protection Program and the American Rescue Plan Questions answered by WBDC and SBA representatives Free webinar About The Women's Business Development Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, regularly offers question-and-answer sessions on the Paycheck Protection Program. These sessions cover the latest guidance on the program, as well as…

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