Join us for our monthly seminar designed for people who are thinking about starting a business or are in the early stages of starting. Our small business experts will share the key aspects of starting a business and help you determine if you’re ready to start a business. The First Step to Small Business Success is being offered as an in-person program with an online/streaming option.

Topics covered include:

• Business structures
• How to assess the feasibility of your business idea
• Legal and tax implications of owning a business
• How to develop a business plan
• Funding options and how to compile a bank-ready financial package
• How to market your product or service
• Health and safety regulations that may apply to your business
• Where to find other resources that may help you succeed