Events

Goal Setting, Planning, and Strategizing for Growth! The journey to growing your business is easier with guided navigation. Join us to set your own GPS to success with a three part series on the Goal Setting, Planning, and Strategic Execution of your growth plan. Each 90 minute session includes an interactive presentation, Growth Wheel activity, […]

South Korea is home to the world’s 5th largest e-commerce market. It has become a global ICT leader, with more than 90% of its population having access to high-speed internet and top-of-line smartphones. Moreover, 70% of its consumers shopped online in 2020. The global pandemic has transformed consumer needs and shopping patterns, resulting in a […]

Having a strong attractive website is important because it is the first impression you give to potential customers. This is a cost-effective way to engage with your leads, increase sales, and brand awareness. However, most of the small businesses cannot leverage enough of their website presence. Many small businesses struggle with ranking their websites high […]

Do you want to protect your invention, product idea, brand name, logo, short story, recipe, or song that you’ve created? Join us to learn about the Intellectual Property (IP) protections available... The four different types of IP Where to apply for IP protection, the requirements, costs, and typical timelines for each Techniques to research existing […]

In a world where small businesses rushed to go virtual without fully considering the cyber risks, your business can’t afford to miss this webinar. Cyber Security in a Post... Ongoing... Whatever COVID World Part 2 will give your business insight into how to operate safely in an online environment. We will cover simple steps for […]

Attendees will be able to: Understand how hackers are accessing their site Learn best practices for securing their site Recognize popular security tools and programs Target Audience: Small businesses with a website or looking to create a website Small businesses with limited cybersecurity experience Jane Clark of BrandSwan will be presenting this webinar. Jane Clark […]

Join the Small Business Development Center with the University of Pittsburgh to learn more about SEO.   We discuss the importance of optimizing your website to better communicate with the top search engines: Google, Yahoo, and Bing, and provide tips and tools on how to do that. The webinar provides insight into website content, backlinks, and […]

Now that you're familiar with the basics, come and see what else this amazing accounting program can do for you. Learn how to run professional looking reports, personalize your forms, send letters through Microsoft Word, export to Excel and more. QuickBooks 2020 Level II will consist of four different training sessions: Monday, October 19, 2021 […]

Learn to build your first website using WordPress’s easy-to-use interface. From setting up your first account, to building out robust site pages and blog posts, you’ll leave the course with a beautifully designed starter website to build your product or service’s web presence. This is a three part series and it is highly encouraged that […]

"Launching a Business is an Adventure in Problem Solving" - Richard Branson In partnership with Keystone First's Supplier Diversity Program, we are pleased to present Strat 'N Go Launch, Self-Employment Webinar Series. Register here and attend the information session to learn if this no-cost series is right for you. About Strat 'N Go Launch During the eight-week […]

Las Habilidades Empresariales para el Éxito Latino es un programa acelerado de 5 semanas para los propietarios de negocios con poco tiempo de apertura que quieren llevar su negocio al siguiente nivel. Durante el seminario web de 5 semanas, el Centro de Desarrollo de Pequeños Negocios de la Universidad de Kutztown utilizará un innovador modelo […]

Do you still have questions after attending our Regulations & Reimbursement Masterclass? Sometimes entrepreneurs need to talk to an advisor who has been there and can help you and your company. Here at the Center of Excellence in Healthcare, we are committed to delivering free, personalized business coaching for all aspiring and established business owners […]

If you’re currently thinking about entrepreneurship for the first time or you’re an established business owner, the BRIC has resources to help support your current needs. Learn how BRIC's extensive digital resources can help your business start, grow, and thrive! Join a business librarian in this virtual session for an introduction to BRIC's business databases […]

As a small business owner, solopreneur, or aspiring entrepreneur - you will be doing many aspects of your business online. The pandemic has only further proven the need to be online and to do so in a way that keeps your information secure. This webinar will go over the top 5 tips for cyber safety […]

Are you a small business located in Pennsylvania’s Bradford, Lackawanna, Monroe, Pike, Susquehanna, Tioga, Wayne, and Wyoming Counties? Could hosting a student internship help your business in 2022? Join us for a quick “primer” (just 30 minutes!) to learn about what a paid internship is (and isn’t!) and the differences between traditional, “micro,” and virtual […]

The 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. #tribe-events div { font-family: 'Montserrat' […]

SBDC History, Licensing and Registration for a new business, Organization Forms, 5 C's of Financing, Types of Financing, Business Plan Outline, Financial Projections #tribe-events div { font-family: 'Montserrat' !important; font-size: 16px !important; }

This is the third session of a four-part program that guides small businesses on fostering the necessary behavioral and systemic understanding to drive strategic change in the workplace. Participants that complete all four sessions will receive a certificate of completion. This developmental training will equip participants with the knowledge of the traits of a next-generation […]

Starting a business? Exploring ways to grow your existing business? This event will begin with a presentation about financing options and technical assistance. Participants will then have the opportunity to discuss their needs with lenders and service providers during the Lenders Fair. Lenders and resources participating include: City of Erie Enterprise Bank Erie County Redevelopment […]

Quickbooks Online Level 2 training is designed for those who have already completed the QuickBooks Introduction Course as well as the QuickBooks Online Level 1 training or are looking to add more functionality to their current use of QuickBooks online. This workshop will focus on QuickBooks payments, payroll, and the exploring intuit app center. #tribe-events […]

Grab a lunch and join us in a lunchtime discussion of the current state of the Health & Life Science field. What You'll Receive: Expert Knowledge about starting and running a health and life science business Who should attend? Health & Life Science Entrepreneurs: Starting a new company Creating new products or services for an […]

Have you always had a dream to start your own business, but aren't sure where to begin? Attend our First Step Express webinar!  A condensed version of our First Step: Starting Your Business seminar, this one-hour webinar will help aspiring entrepreneurs to begin the process of successful business ownership including a quick look at: Applications […]

Now that you're familiar with the basics, come and see what else this amazing accounting program can do for you. Learn how to run professional looking reports, personalize your forms, send letters through Microsoft Word, export to Excel and more. QuickBooks 2020 Level II will consist of four different training sessions: Monday, October 19, 2021 […]

This opportunity is for small business owners and entrepreneurs in Bradford, Susquehanna Tioga, and Wyoming Counties. Join Gretchen Kukuchka and Keith Yurgosky of The University of Scranton’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for a LIVE Q&A on Thursday, October 21 between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to talk about your small business questions. Startup and existing […]

Business Skills for Success is a 5-week accelerated program  for business owners with little opening time who want to take their business to the next level. During the  5-week webinar, Kutztown University's Small Business Development Center will use an innovative learning model for education. Our model uses, in addition to class lessons, online business plan workshop, […]