Pitching Your Business Part 2: Practicing Your Pitch
WebinarDo 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 […]
Serie de entrenamiento El dinero es el rey: Tus finanzas, tu negocio y los impuestos
268 E Penn Street Norristown, PAEste evento es una sesión de capacitación presencial diseñada para emprendedores y pequeños negocios que deseen fortalecer sus habilidades financieras. Aprende los conceptos básicos de la administración de negocios y contabilidad. En esta sesión hablaremos sobre cómo prepararnos adecuadamente para la temporada de impuestos y cómo una buena gestión financiera puede beneficiar tu negocio. #tribe-events div, […]
In-Person Consulting Opportunity for **Monroe County** For-Profit Small Businesses
WebinarIn-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 […]
Growth by Design: Managing Stress & Preventing Burnout
WebinarSmall business ownership comes with constant demands, and without clear systems for managing stress and setting boundaries, it can lead to burnout. This session equips entrepreneurs with practical tools to recognize early signs of chronic stress, implement effective daily and weekly stress management practices, and set healthy boundaries to protect their time and focus. Participants […]
Get Your Website Reviewed (webinar)
WebinarThis is a webinar workshop.Get Your Website Reviewed! Having a strong online presence is a must for businesses these days. But what makes a good website? What are some things that visitors would like to see on your website?In this session, webdesign experts will look at each participants' website and help them improve their […]
Business Plan Development
WebinarA well-crafted business plan is your roadmap to success — whether you're launching a startup, growing your business, or seeking funding. Join the SBDC for this free, interactive webinar designed to help you understand the essential components of an effective business plan.In this session, you will learn:Why a business plan matters and who it's forHow […]
First Steps: Concept to Plan
WebinarDo 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 […]
First Step: Business Essentials (Pittsburgh) (in-person and live-stream)
WebinarThis 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 […]
First Step: Starting A Small Business in Pennsylvania
WebinarThe 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 and Fees: Payment of […]
First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Small Business
Murdoch Building Pittsburgh 3420 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PAThinking 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 via Zoom or in […]
In-Person Consulting Opportunity for **Wayne County** For-Profit Small Businesses
The Stourbridge Project 646 Park Street, 2nd Floor, Honesdale, PAIn-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, […]
In-Person Consulting Opportunity for **Pike County** For-Profit Small Businesses
201 Broad Street, Suite 2 Milford, PAIn-Person Consulting Opportunity for Pike County For-Profit Small Businesses**If you are not located in Pike 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: Pike County Chamber of Commerce201 Broad […]
The Business One-Stop Shop: Your Resource for Doing Business in Pennsylvania
WebinarJoin us to learn more about the general steps to register a business in Pennsylvania and the resources available to you along the path to success! 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 […]
Growth by Design: Decision Making, Clarity, & Avoiding Fatigue
WebinarIn the demanding environment of small business ownership, every decision carries weight. This session helps small business owners recognize the difference between reactive decisions and strategic choices that align with long-term goals. Participants will learn simple, repeatable strategies to reduce decision fatigue, such as creating decision filters, setting boundaries around low-value choices, and building routines that […]
QuickBooks Online Version (in-person)
WebinarThis is an in-person workshop. A laptop and QuickBook Online subscription are required. QuickBooks is one of the best solutions to small businesses' accounting needs. It is the most widely used small business accounting software. Quickbooks offers two versions: Desktop and Online. Online is a cloud-based monthly subscription service that allows you to access your data online. On the […]
First Step: Business Essentials (Peters) (in-person)
Peters Township Chamber of Commerce 1061 Waterdam Plaza Dr Suite 210, Canonsburg, PAThis 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 […]
Tax Talk with Corry – I want to buy a business …now what?
WebinarCorry 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 […]
Market Research
WebinarUnderstanding your market is critical to building a successful business plan. In this practical webinar, the SBDC will guide you through the essential steps of conducting effective market research — from identifying your target audience to analyzing your competition. You’ll learn how to: Define your ideal customer and market segment Find reliable data on industry trends […]
New and Beginning Farmer Study Circles
Mill Creek Market 382 E 2nd St, Coudersport, PAStudy circles offer a welcoming space for new and beginning farmers—typically in their first decade of farming—to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and build essential skills in a supportive, peer-driven environment. Shaped by the needs and interests of those in the room, each two-hour gathering encourages open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving, with experienced farmers and agricultural […]
The First Step Express: Starting Your Business (Webinar)
WebinarHave 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 […]
Achieve Digital Advertising Success in 2025 (webinar)
WebinarThis is a webinar event.This workshop is for small business owners and marketing professionals who want to dominate online advertising and crush their 2025 goals. For beginners to intermediate-level campaign managers and media planners.We’ll cover:Online Marketing ChannelsWhen to use one channel over anotherCreating an offer/landing pageBuilding CampaignsOptimizing for SuccessTracking Performance When you leave this training session, […]
Real Talk Series for Small Business: Challenging the Status Quo
WebinarThe PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center, in partnership with Ben Franklin Technology Partners, is hosting a powerful new speaker series led by entrepreneur and investor Brian Slawin. This monthly lineup kicks off on Thursday, July 24, 2025, and runs through March 2026, offering real-world insights, hard-earned lessons, and actionable strategies for small business owners, […]
Serie de entrenamiento El dinero es el rey: ¿Qué es el crédito y cómo afecta a mi negocio?
268 E Penn Street Norristown, PAExplora la importancia del crédito y su impacto en tu vida personal, tu negocio y tu crecimiento financiero. Descubre cómo construir y mantener un buen historial crediticio que apoye tus metas empresariales. Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check, money order or credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee […]
Second Step: Developing a Business Plan
Murdoch Building Pittsburgh 3420 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PAMost 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 **Bradford County** For-Profit Small Businesses
Northern Tier Regional Planning & Development Commission 312 Main Street, Towanda, PAIn-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.**Monday, 7/28/25 | 9:30 am - 2:30 […]
