Events

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 […]

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.Virtual Only  #tribe-events div, ul li { font-family: 'Montserrat' !important; font-size: 16px […]

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: […]

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 […]

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 1:30 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 […]

If you're thinking about starting your own small business in the Hazleton area 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 […]

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 […]

In-Person Consulting Opportunity for **Tioga County** For-Profit Small Businesses**If you are not located in Tioga County, PA, please register as a client on our website to be matched with a consultant in your area. Once matched with a consultant, they will reach out to you to schedule a meeting.**Thursday, 8/14/25 | 10:00 am - 2:00 […]

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 […]

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.Virtual  Registration Policies: Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check, money order or credit card. Payment must be received […]

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: […]

In-Person Consulting Opportunity for Wayne County For-Profit Small Businesses**If you are not located in Wayne County, PA, please register as a client on our website to be matched with a consultant in your area. Once matched with a consultant, they will reach out to you to schedule a meeting.**Location: Greater Honesdale Partnership32 Commercial Street, #300, […]

In-Person Consulting Opportunity for **Bradford County** For-Profit Small Businesses**If you are not located in Bradford County, PA, please register as a client on our website to be matched with a consultant in your area. Once matched with a consultant, they will reach out to you to schedule a meeting.**Tuesday, 8/26/25 | 9:30 am - 2:30 […]

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 […]

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, what to expect in financing your business and how the Small Business Development Center […]

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 […]

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 our monthly seminar/webinar 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 […]

This no-cost, one-hour webinar is designed to 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 LLCs and corporations, we’ll help you choose the structure that aligns with your goals and vision.Licensing and Registration - […]

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 […]

If you're thinking about starting your own small business in the Hazleton area 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 […]

In-Person Consulting Opportunity for **Tioga County** For-Profit Small Businesses**If you are not located in Tioga County, PA, please register as a client on our website to be matched with a consultant in your area. Once matched with a consultant, they will reach out to you to schedule a meeting.**Thursday, 9/11/25 | 10:00 am - 2:00 […]

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 […]

In-Person Consulting Opportunity for Wayne County For-Profit Small Businesses**If you are not located in Wayne County, PA, please register as a client on our website to be matched with a consultant in your area. Once matched with a consultant, they will reach out to you to schedule a meeting.**Location: The Stourbridge Tech Hub646 W. Park Street, […]