Events

As the new year approaches, it's the perfect time to start thinking about your business goals for 2026!Business goals are essential for steering an organization toward long-term success as they provide clarity, foster collaboration, and ensure that every effort has purpose. Without goals, a business risks losing its way in an ever-changing and competitive landscape.During […]

The final session of the Virtual Lunch and Learn Series will cover the business plan - what to communicate to lenders, investors, and business partners to explain your funding needs.Topics include: Presenting a funding request, the business plan narrative, cash flow projections, required supporting documentation, and how to craft the right business plan for the […]

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 60 minutes you will gain practical knowledge to your business financially – this year and next. First we will focus on year-end tasks that will save you time, stress, and money in the future. Then we’ll discuss habits you can start develop before the new year for smoother finances next year. If you didn’t […]

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 […]

The year is almost over! Prepare your business to end 2025 succesfully through best practices that will equip you for tax season and a prosperous 2026! Topics include, but aren't limited to:-Paying yourself and your employees before 12/31-Preparing your bookkeeping system to end the year-Industry tips for product & service based businesses This webinar is presented by […]

Whether you’re ready to hire your first employee, you already have employees, or you are looking to pay someone to perform services for your business, this module will help you navigate withholding basics from W2 income to 1099s. You will learn when you need to withhold from compensation, which income statements apply to different types […]

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 […]

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, 12/11/25 | 10:00 am - 2:00 […]

In 60 minutes you will gain practical knowledge to your business financially – this year and next. First we will focus on year-end tasks that will save you time, stress, and money in the future. Then we’ll discuss habits you can start develop before the new year for smoother finances next year. If you didn’t […]

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

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 […]

Corry Riley, PennWest Clarion SBDC Business Consultant, will answer your Tax questions during this monthly Zoom session.Corry can help you...Understand your Schedule CEmployees vs Independent ContractorsWhat tax deductions and credits are available for small businessesSales tax reporting and collectionWhat records and documents to keep for filing purposesHow to handle IRS audits and inquiriesOther tax-related questions ***  Any […]

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, and what to expect in financing your business. Instructions: After you have registered […]

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 attorney, Joesph Greco in a discussion of the ‘nuts and bolts” issues that should be considered when starting and operating a […]