First Steps: Concept to Plan [Start-Up Essentials]
January 14, 2026 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Free
Do you have a business concept in mind but aren’t sure of the next steps? This presentation is all about turning that concept into a concrete plan, and we’ll discuss details around revenue streams, market research, industry research, competitive analysis, and more. This is a great follow up to our Business 101 class, but you can also jump right in.
Attendees will be able to:
-Utilize market research and business planning tools to prepare their business feasibility plan
-Identify their start up costs and business funding needs
-Understand different funding options
Target Audience:
– Start-up businesses
– Individuals in the ideation and research stages
– Individuals preparing to launch their business
– Intermediate businesses looking for refreshers
Presenter: Isabel Krome
Isabel Krome joined Temple Small Business Development Center as a Business Consultant in 2021. She is particularly passionate about supporting female and LGBT+ business owners and has helped to launch and grow many businesses over the years, including professional service providers, creative professionals, daycare businesses, cleaning companies, and eCommerce businesses.
Isabel has over a decade of small business development experience. Her work has been wide-ranging, including business model planning, market research, AI implementation, business formalization, accessing capital, strategic planning, diversity certifications, and more.