Events

If you're thinking about starting your own small business in Columbia County but aren't sure where to begin, this First Step Express seminar is the perfect way to start! Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are not yet in business, this in-person session provided at no cost offers essential guidance and resources to help you take those first […]

This is an in-person and live-stream workshop.Are you considering starting a business or have a new business startup but do not know where to begin? Are you wondering which business structure is right for your business? Upon completion, participants will have the option to sign up for ongoing one-on-one business consulting as a client of […]

Join us for a one-hour webinar designed for entrepreneurs who are just starting out or looking to formalize and protect their business. Attorneys from the Penn State Dickinson Law Entrepreneur Assistance Clinic will guide participants through key considerations when selecting a legal structure and explain how that choice can impact your business contracts. This session will […]

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 […]

If you're interested in entrepreneurship or are thinking about starting a business, attend this virtual one-hour version of our monthly First Steps to Small Business Success webinar to get an overview of what it takes to start and run a business. Our small business experts will share the key aspects of starting a business and […]

This is an in-person event. 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 […]

This 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 […]

This is an in-person and live-stream 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 […]

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 for your business.This 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, […]

In-Person Consulting Opportunity for Monroe County For-Profit Small Businesses**If you are not located in Monroe County, PA, please register as a client on our website to be matched with a conultant in your area. Once matched with a consultant, they will reach out to you to schedule a meeting.**Location: Pocono Mountains Economic Development Corporation701 Main […]

Join us for a workshop that will discuss essential topics for starting a business, including the requirements for initiation, obtaining financing, necessary licenses and applications, and the significance and function of a business plan, marketing plan, and financial plan. The workshop will begin promptly at 1:00 P.M. This workshop will be offered via Zoom, and in person, at […]

This is an in-person event. 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 […]

Have you always dreamt of starting your own business, but aren't sure where to begin? Attend our First Step Express: Starting Your Business webinar! This one-hour webinar will help aspiring entrepreneurs begin the process of successful business ownership including a quick look at: Personal considerations for starting a businessBusiness plan basicsDifferent types of business structures (sole […]

his workshop is an extension of ‘First Step to Starting a Business’ and will cover more comprehensive topics for starting a business including, interest inventory, SWOT analysis, the business model canvas, and finance templates.The workshop will begin promptly at 1:00 P.M. This workshop will be offered via Zoom, and in person, at the PA CareerLink Lehigh® Valley […]

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, ul li { […]

If 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 retired attorney Frank Farmer in a discussion of the ‘nuts and bolts” issues that should be considered when starting and […]