A webinar on how women can succeed in business when starting later in life Jointly presented by the WBDC and AARP Free webinar About A joint presentation of the Women's Business Development Council and the AARP, this webinar shows how women can still succeed in business even if they start later in life. The event…
A seven-session course to strengthen business owners' marketing strategies Includes individual evaluations of marketing plans by industry experts Participants must meet certain pre-requisites About Designed for small business owners who manage their own marketing, this seven-part course is based on the book Marketing Made Simple by Donald Miller and Dr. J.J. Peterson. Each session offers a step-by-step…
An interactive session offering advice on how to develop a unique and successful brand Further information on how logos are a distinct entity and how taglines can improve your communication with customers Free webinar About Small business owners often struggle to create a brand that effectively tells their company's story. This interactive webinar offers tips…
A 10-week course to assist aspiring business owners Each course focuses on a crucial topic Participants develop a business plan and pitch their idea to business professionals About This 10-session course is designed to develop a comprehensive foundation of business skills. Each class focuses on one critical element of establishing a company, with topics such…
Tips for effectively delegating tasks and communicating with team members Tools to improve teamwork among your staff Free webinar About One aspect of successfully managing a business is delegating tasks to team members and effectively communicating your expectations. This webinar covers strategies for engaging your staff as well as tools to help encourage cooperation and…
How employees can benefit from Connecticut's paid family and medical leave program set to debut next year Eligibility, qualifying events, and more Free webinar About Connecticut employers have begun making payroll deductions for a paid family and medical leave program whose benefits are set to become available next year. This event explains how employees can…
Offers up-to-date information on COVID-19 relief and other resources available to women-owned businesses Several business representatives covers topics such as PPP and WBDC grants Free webinar About This forum offers up-to-date information on COVID-19 relief and other resources available to women-owned businesses. Topics include the Paycheck Protection Program, one-on-one counseling opportunities, and recently launched opportunities…
A comprehensive 10-session small business training program offering a $5,000 line of credit to those who complete it Recommended for existing businesses Free webinar About In this partnership between the Women’s Business Development Council and Liberty Bank, participants who complete a full comprehensive training program for small businesses are eligible for a $5,000 line of…
A series of forums inviting women business owners to discuss matters with state legislators Updates on PPP, WBDC programs, and more Free webinars About The Women's Business Development Council is hosting eight forums with Connecticut state legislators to provide women-owned businesses with the latest updates on Paycheck Protection Program lending, COVID-19 relief, and other available…
For those who have a business idea but aren't sure how to proceed Develop an understanding of business fundamentals and a plan for launching your venture A six-session course About A six-session course geared toward those who have a business idea but aren't sure how to develop it, the Business Concept Clinic helps guide participants…
An overview of unemployment insurance and Connecticut's Work Sharing Program Helps business owners be effective in sustaining their company Free webinar About This webinar is designed to help business owners be effective in sustaining their company and its workforce, while also preparing them for any unemployment insurance changes that will be forthcoming under the Biden…
A Blue Stream participant discusses the impact of relocating her business from Virginia to Connecticut Lessons and advice on building mobility into your business strategy Free webinar About A special live event from the Women's Business Development Council, this webinar takes a look at the organization's Blue Stream program and how women entrepreneurs can find…
Connecting Connecticut businesses with resources and like-minded entrepreneurs.
