Are you thinking about launching a small business? Not sure what is involved? Unsure if you have a viable business idea? Join this introductory presentation to break down the nuts and bolts of what is needed to start a business.

Attendees will be able to:
– Recognize steps to starting a business
– Utilize a business concept analysis to understand the viability of their business concept
– Understand differing legal structures
– Learn how to decide if starting a business is right for you!

Target Audience:
– Start-up businesses
– Individuals in the ideation and research stages
– Individuals preparing to launch their business
– Intermediate businesses looking for refreshers

Mark Tucker, a Start-Up Consultant at Temple SBDC, will be presenting this webinar. Mark has over 30 years of executive-level experience in the business, real-estate, and academic sectors, using his background in sales and business plan development to assist small businesses enhance their capacity for strategic growth. He comes to Temple with a specific knowledge base and skill set to provide consulting and technical assistance to entrepreneurs and new enterprises in the Delaware Valley. Mark has served in leadership roles in the healthcare, retail and real estate industries. Most recently, his philanthropic endeavors have seen him partner with Germantown Friends School and Saint Christopher’s Hospital for Children. Mark received his B.A. from Widener University and received certification in minority business development from Tuck School of Business.