Events

Email marketing is only as effective as your least engaged subscriber. That’s why having an interested and qualified list of contacts that you can stay top of mind with, is vital to your business. Continuing to grow that list is just as important. In this workshop, we will discuss various strategies to utilize email marketing […]

 De la idea a la acción es una serie de Sesiones recurrentes, una sesión mensual orientada a ayudar a emprendedores a descubrir cómo hacer realidad su idea de negocio y orientado a enseñar acerca de los elementos prácticos y legales para crear una empresa en P.AEn esta serie de talleres usted como emprendedor aprendera:  Conceptos básicos […]

Should you consider bankruptcy? What are the ramifications? Are there any other options?  A lot of uncertainty from the pandemic surrounds business owners and important decisions must be made for a future that is difficult to predict. The impact of the pandemic on small businesses has already become unmanageable.Duquesne University SBDC and Pitt SBDC are […]

What are the fundamentals of financial literacy for your business? Discover how to prepare your company to be credit-ready and explore conventional and non-traditional sources of financing available to new or established small businesses. Our second webinar in this three part SBA series covers the information and documentation businesses need in order to apply for […]

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 […]

Is social media worth your time? Can it really help grow your business? The answer is YES. Social media is the public personality of your enterprise, and it can bring people to your door! This workshop will cover how to: Assess if you are ready for social media. Choose the right platforms. Analyze your target […]

Building effective programs around wellness promotion and health & safety for the first time is a major undertaking, so it’s important to gain some perspective and understanding of the basic requirements and challenges you’re likely to face along the way. In this webinar, you will gain an understanding of all services offered under the Healthy […]

What is backlinking? A backlink is a link that is created when one website links to another, for instance when your Google profile links to your small business website. The more sites that link to your page give your website relevance in search engines. In this session, we will discuss creating your brand online and the benefit of […]

Grab your lunch and join us online with the author of How Health Innovators Maximize Market Success, and Executive Producer/Host of the Healthcare Innovators Podcast, Roxie Mooney. She is going to show us how she helps health innovators make winning decisions, reduce the risk of failure, and unlock their most profitable market strategy from concept […]

You already use Google Workspace, Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Docs, and more. Now what? This webinar will share productivity tips to help you work faster and smarter. You’ll learn how to organize emails into tasks in one step, use voice-to-text typing in Docs, create Calendar work blocks to manage your time, and more. We will cover […]

This presentation will illustrate the current state of our restaurant industry in Pennsylvania in the COVID-era. There will be a focus on adjusting the responsibilities of employees, reacting to customers’ expectation levels, and projecting the short and long-term effects of these changes. Many factors will be examined such as restructuring the menu, evaluating the value […]

Have your finances been impacted by the pandemic and pushed you to start thinking about launching a small business? Join this introductory presentation to break down the nuts and bolts of what is needed to start a business.Attendees will be able to:- Recognize steps to starting a business- Utilize market research and business planning tools […]

SBDC History, Licensing and Registration for a new business, Organization Forms, 5 C's of Financing, Types of Financing, Business Plan Outline, Financial Projections

Do you still have questions after attending our Go-To-Market Masterclass? Are you feeling good about Go-To-Market Strategies, but would like some help applying these concepts to your company?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 […]

The first step to starting a successful new venture is to attend the SBDC "First Step" workshop. Learn the steps necessary to start, manage, and grow your own business. Topics discussed: • Lifestyle requirements that are involved in owning a business • How to assess the feasibility of your business ideas • Difference between business […]

Join us for a LIVE Q&A on Thursday, 3/4/2021 between 10 a.m. to noon to talk about your small business questions during COVID-19. Startup and existing business owners are welcome to join. Meet with a consultant to get information and advice as you navigate your small business through COVID19. After you register, a representative will […]

If you’re like many businesses, you are probably working overtime to navigate the ever-changing landscape created by Covid19. Whether you’ve already reopened or will be opening this season, this quarter will be an ideal time to assess what you’ve experienced already and develop a strategic plan for the rest of the year. This session will […]

We will provide an overview of the OSHA regulatory agenda, most frequently cited standards, current enforcement emphasis programs, and CoVid-19 Information. You will also hear from a PA OSHA consultant to learn about the services available through the PA OSHA Consultation Program. Join us to learn about changes and updates to the Federal OSHA program […]

Over the past year, the demand for locally produced food has grown, and with it, customers need to know that what they buy is safe for their family. Although complying with coronavirus-related mandates is of utmost importance to food businesses, of equal significance is the focus on safe food that has been with us since […]

Over the past year, the demand for locally produced food has grown, and with it, customers’ need to know that what they buy is safe for their family. Although complying with coronavirus-related mandates is of utmost importance to food businesses, of equal significance is the focus on safe food that has been with us since […]

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.

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.

Do you have a food-based business, restaurant, food cart, or interested in starting one? Don't know where to begin in the Hospitality Industry? Temple SBDC is hosting a nine-module series to teach you everything you need to know... There will be open office hours on Saturday afternoons after class to ask the experts specific questions about […]

Do you feel comfortable talking about your business? Would you like to develop your "pitch"? Join us for a two-part workshop to hone your idea and create your own Pitch Deck! This is a great first step to developing your business plan. Note: attendees should be available for BOTH sessions.Attendees will be able to:- Descibe […]

Ask food business experts specific questions about your business. All office hours are virtual.