Events

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 […]

You 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 […]

Si deseas estar independiente, tener el control de tus finanzas, y crecer tu negocio, este seminario gratis es para ti y en ESPANOL. Center of Excellence in INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY https://entrepreneur.pitt.edu/events/abre-tu-negocio-mar2024 ¿Preguntas? Contacto: Brent Rondon brondon@innovation.pitt.edu Este programa es en personaLos participantes aprenderán lo siguiente:•       Entender la Estructura Legal de los Negocios en los Estados Unidos•       […]

This in-person opportunity is for business owners and entrepreneurs located in Monroe County, PA.Join us on Monday, October 28, 2024 between 10:00 am and Noon at the Pocono Mountain Economic Development Corporation offices located at 701 Main Street, Suite 407, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 to talk about your ideas and small business needs. Startup and existing for-profit […]

Location:  Shamokin Public LibraryJoin us for this in-person workshop hosted in downtown Shamokin, designed specifically for aspiring entrepreneurs from Northumberland County.This engaging, in-person event is your gateway to transforming ideas into successful business ventures. Part 1: Evaluating Your Business Idea  Have a product or service idea but unsure about taking the next step? Our workshop is the perfect place […]

Have you always wanted to start your own business but didn't knowwhere to start? This FREE webinar will help aspiring entrepreneurs to beginthe process of successful business ownership including evaluatingbusiness ideas, developing a business plan, and exploring financingoptions.Attendees will learn:• Unique lifestyle requirements involved in owning a business• How to assess the feasibility of your […]

Thinking of starting a small business? Begin exploring the size of your market and what marketing tools you’ll need to attract customers, learn about business structures, access helpful resources, learn about available funding options and understand what you need to formally establish your business.This is a hybrid event.  You can attend by Zoom or in […]

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 […]

Are you interested in owning your own business? The Wilkes University Small Business Development Center is here to help you get started.This no-cost, one-hour webinar will answer the frequently asked questions of aspiring entrepreneurs. After introducing you to the Wilkes SBDC and its services, we will cover:Types of Business Structures - From sole proprietorships to […]

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. Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: […]

This 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 […]

Are you considering starting your own business but don’t know where to begin? This workshop will help aspiring entrepreneurs begin the process of successful business ownership, including evaluating business ideas, developing a business plan, and exploring financing options. Get ready to explore your business idea and assess your entrepreneurial readiness as well as identify your […]

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 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 […]

Do you feel comfortable talking about your business? Would you like to develop your "pitch"? Join this workshop to hone your idea and create your own Pitch Deck! This is a great first step to developing your business plan.Attendees will be able to:Describe their business idea and its market feasibilityRefine their pitch and become comfortable […]

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 […]

Take control of your Tax dollars -Learn more about the EITC small business program 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 wish to request a refund, please contact […]

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 […]

Live event located in Emmaus, PAGuest presenter:  Stacie Slack, President of SSM CommunicationsCrafting a Website Home Page That ConvertsIs your website not driving the sales or generating the leads you expected? When you have seconds to make an impact, you need to make sure that your home page is compelling enough to grab your visitor's […]

Aprenda todo lo que necesita para finalizar sus el 2024 en materia financiera y tomar ventaja de descuentos para su negocio.Entender las finanzas y cómo se comporta su flujo de efectivo es muy importante para que su negocio sea muy próspero. Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check, […]

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 […]

Finish smart & Start Strong: Get Financial Tips & tricks to end 2024. - English Thursday, November 14, 2024 Location: 104 W. Main Street, 2nd flr Norristown, PA 10401 Time: 5-7pm Instructions: 104 W. Main Street, 2nd flr Norristown, PA 10401 Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check, […]

Boots to Business Reboot (B2BR) is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and administered locally by the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Invent Penn State. The one-day course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals.Veterans of all eras, active-duty service members (including National Guard and Reserve), […]

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, […]

This in-person opportunity is for business owners and entrepreneurs located in Monroe County, PA.Join us on Monday, November 18, 2024 between 10:00 am and Noon at the Pocono Mountain Economic Development Corporation offices located at 701 Main Street, Suite 407, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 to talk about your ideas and small business needs. Startup and existing for-profit […]