The First Step to Small Business Success
911 Ligonier Street Suite #102 Latrobe, PAThe First Step to Small Business Success is an informal workshop that provides an overview of starting a business. It is designed to answer your business start-up questions and to provide information and direction to anyone considering a business venture. The course covers: entrpreneurship, business marketing and management plan development, establishing a legal structure, registering […]
SBIR/STTR for Small Government Contractors
WebinarJoin IPart and the SEPA APEX Accelerator as we present SBIR/STTR for Small Government Contractors. More details to come!! To Register: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/31262 Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check, money order or credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. Refund Policy: If you […]
Tax Talk with Corry – DIY Bookkeeping Spreadsheet
WebinarCorry Riley, PennWest Clarion SBDC Business Consultant, will answer your Tax questions during this monthly Zoom session.Corry can help you...Understand your Schedule CEmployees vs Independent ContractorsWhat tax deductions and credits are available for small businessesSales tax reporting and collectionWhat records and documents to keep for filing purposesHow to handle IRS audits and inquiriesOther tax-related questions *** Any […]
Drop-In Hours for Pike County Business Owners and Entrepreneurs (In-Person)
Pike County Chamber of Commerce 201 Broad Street, Suite 2, Milford, PAThis in-person opportunity is for business owners and entrepreneurs located in Pike County, PA.Join business consultant Zakiyyah Smith on Wednesday, April 17 between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Pike County Chamber of Commerce to talk about your ideas and small business needs. Startup and existing business owners are welcome to join. Meet with […]
Illuminate Reading Networking Dinner Lighting the Path to Business Success in Berks County
Goggle Works Center for the Arts 201 Washington St, Reading, PAThe "Illuminate Reading" event uniquely designed to foster the growth and prosperity of the local business community through strategic partnerships, meaningful dialogue, and unparalleled networking opportunities. This event is not just a celebration of entrepreneurial spirit; it's a forward-thinking networking where business resource partners, owners, and entrepreneurs from across Berks County come together to explore […]
Normative Leadership Series: Part 2 Powerful Skills for Creating and Managing Organizational Culture
Duquesne University Small Business Development Center 600 Forbes Ave Rockwell Hall 108, Pittsburgh, PAThis is an in-person workshop. Lunch and parking included.OverviewIn Part 1 of the Normative Leadership Series, you learned the foundation for understanding the “how to” process of culture change within the organization, along with the science of facilitating a more effective 1-1 meeting. Now, in Part 2, you will learn skills for working with group […]
The First Step to Success: Starting Your Business
416 Market Street Lewisburg (DeWitt Bldg, 3rd Floor), Lewisburg, PAJoin us for this montly in-person workshop, designed specifically for aspiring entrepreneurs from Union, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Juniata, and Perry counties.This engaging, in-person event is your gateway to transforming ideas into successful business ventures. Part 1: Evaluating Your Business Idea (9:30am - 10:30am)Have a product or service idea but unsure about taking the next step? Our workshop is the perfect […]
How to Know if Your Business Idea Will Really Work (Webinar)
WebinarYou have an idea for a new business but are wondering where to start. Is the idea worth pursuing? How can you tell if it is or isn’t? Maybe you don’t even have an idea, but know you want to start a business.This session will help you develop a strong business idea by walking you […]
Emerging Social Media Trends (Webinar)
WebinarThe world of social networks is changing rapidly. Yet, it’s important to know what will still benefit your business and which up-and-comers are worth your time. Come for an overview of the latest social marketing trends, as Digital Marketing Strategist Ray Sidney-Smith walks you through the trends and the latest forecasts! There’s no time like the […]
How to Start and Operate a Small Business
WebinarIf you are in the early stages of starting a small business, or if you have started up your business and realized you missed a few things - you have come to the right place.Join former attorney Frank Farmer in a discussion of the ‘nuts and bolts” issues that should be considered when starting and […]
Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
WebinarThis is a hybrid event. You can attend via Zoom or in person. The in-person location is the Murdoch Building, 3420 Forbes Avenue, third floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational and production planning, conducting market research and creating financial spreadsheets to attract funding […]
ServSafe: Food and Safety Certification – St. Mary’s
Community Education Center of Elk and Cameron Counties 4 Erie Ave, Suite 200, St. Mary's, PAThe ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course, conducted by Penn State Extension, is for individuals preparing for the food protection certification exam. Completing the ServSafe® Manager Course and passing the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Examination with a 70% or higher meets this requirement. Click here for ServSafe registrations. Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: Payment of […]
Achieve Digital Advertising Success in 2024 (In-Person and Live-Stream)
Duquesne University Small Business Development Center 600 Forbes Ave Rockwell Hall 108, Pittsburgh, PAThis is an in-person event.This workshop is for small business owners and marketing professionals who want to dominate online advertising and crush their 2024 goals. For beginners to intermediate-level campaign managers and media planners.We’ll cover:Online Marketing ChannelsWhen to use one channel over anotherCreating an offer/landing pageBuilding CampaignsOptimizing for SuccessTracking Performance When you leave this training session, […]
Cash Flow Basics (In-Person North Whitehall Township)
3256 Levans Rd Coplay, PAThis is a live seminar hosted at the North Whitehall Municipal Building located at 3256 Levans Rd, Coplay, PA 18037.This one hour, no cost training seminar is designed for small businesses to have a better understanding of incoming and outgoing cash, revenue and expenses. Through this process, the company will understand why cash flow is […]
Website Engagement Strategies: Elevate Your Online Presence
WebinarIn the digital age, your website is often the first point of interaction between your small business and potential customers. Making that interaction count is crucial. Join the Kutztown Small Business Development Center for an enlightening webinar dedicated to boosting your website's engagement. This session is designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs eager to […]
First Step: Starting a Small Business- Webinar
WebinarThis workshop is intended to provide aspiring small business owners with an overview of many of the issues involved in planning and launching a new business venture. Topics include personal and lifestyle issues of the entrepreneur/business owner, the legal, financial and tax considerations of starting a small business, and the "how-to's" of business registration, government […]
First Step: Business Essentials (Peters) (in-person)
Peters Township Chamber of Commerce 1061 Waterdam Plaza Dr Suite 210, Canonsburg, PAThis is an in-person workshop!Are you considering starting a business but do not know where to start? Are you wondering which business structure is right for your business?Taking the initial step can be scary, but the Duquesne SBDC will help you create a strong business plan so you know the exact steps needed to create […]
Get Your Local Business on Google Search & Maps presented by Google
WebinarShowing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish.In this […]
Reaching More Customers Through Better Signage (Webinar)
WebinarMore than ever, professional Branding and Signage gives your business a distinct advantage in a visually competitive marketplace.By setting your business apart, you can increase your customer base: increasing sales and helping your business to grow and succeed. Topics include: The Economics of Signage: your best marketing toolLogo/Branding: your most valuable assetSign Design: the sum is worth […]
Go Global – Exporting to Canada
WebinarCanada and the U.S. are deeply intertwined, sharing a long border, common interests, similar values and a deep level of economic integration. Within almost every industry, Canada offers a receptive, transparent, and open market for U.S. goods and services. In 2023, Pennsylvania exported $14.3 Billion to Canada, 27 percent of Pennsylvania’s exports to the world. […]
Subcontracting as a Marketing Strategy: What You Should Know!
WebinarJoin the General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) and APEX Accelerators as they team to present an overview of subcontracting with prime businesses as a way to get involved in federal contracting. Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check, money order or credit card. […]
Marketing Momentum
5 Water St Coudersport, PADive into the last installment of our three-part series on marketing for small businesses. Join us on a journey through the organic evolution of a business's marketing needs, as seen through the experiences of two fictional young entrepreneurs striving for success. This course offers valuable lessons and strategies that allow participants to evaluate their current […]
The Digital Marketing Blueprint Series: Establishing a Compelling Online Presence
WebinarA compelling online presence can help small business owners build their brand, expand their reach, connect with their target audience, and effectively promote their products or services. In this two-part, hands-on workshop, small business owners will learn cost-effective strategies for establishing an online presence that attracts customers and generates sales. In the 1-hour virtual training session, […]
SORA Custom Framing & Gallery Ribbon Cutting
The Creamery Building 130 Buffalo Road, #106, LewisburgPlease join the Bucknell SBDC to celebrate the grand opening of Sora Custom Framing & Gallery, a full-service custom frame shop located inside the Creamery Building on Route 15 in Lewisburg, PASora Custom Framing & Gallery is owned and operated by Lori Toll. She started her framing business in 2021 by purchasing the former Open […]
First Step: Starting A Small Business in Pennsylvania
WebinarThe First Step: How to Start and Finance Your Business This monthly seminar provides an overview on the steps to start a business along with an in-depth look at a business plan. Topics include business registrations, licenses, business structures, taxation, research tools, and what to expect in financing your business. Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: […]
