ServSafe: Food and Safety Certification – Emlenton
5104 Emlenton Clintonville Rd Emlenton, PAThe ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course, conducted by Penn State Extension, is for individuals preparing for the food protection certification exam. Completing the ServSafe® Manager Course and passing the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Examination with a 70% or higher meets this requirement. Click here for ServSafe registrations. Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees […]
Small Business Capital Series: The Business Plan
842 W Hamilton St Allentown, PAThe final session of the Lehigh University SBDC Small Business Financing 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 […]
First Step: Business Essentials (COhatch Southside Works) (in-person)
COhatch Southside Works 2681 Sidney St, Pittsburgh, PAThis 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 […]
Panel Discussion on Small Business Succession Planning and ValueBuilder (in-person and online)
Duquesne University Small Business Development Center 600 Forbes Ave Rockwell Hall - Room 101, Pittsburgh, PAThis is a panel discussion workshop in-person and online.Are you a small business owner looking to prepare your business for sale in the next five years or more? Our upcoming panel discussion is designed to guide you through the process of succession planning, ensuring you maximize the value and smooth transition of your business.Meet Our […]
Contract Essentials for Small Businesses
WebinarJoin us for a one-hour webinar designed for entrepreneurs who are just starting out or looking to formalize and protect their business. Attorneys from the Penn State Dickinson Law Entrepreneur Assistance Clinic will guide participants through key considerations when selecting a legal structure and explain how that choice can impact your business contracts. This session will […]
Marketing Basics for Entrepreneurs
WebinarWhether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about the world of marketing, this session is tailored to provide you with essential insights. From understanding target audiences to crafting compelling messages, we'll explore key concepts that form the backbone of successful marketing strategies. Discover practical tips, industry trends, and actionable techniques to […]
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 […]
QuickBooks For Business Growth
WebinarQuickBooks is one of the most powerful bookkeeping tools for small business owners. Presented by Wilke CPAs & Advisors, this course is intended for existing QuickBooks users who want to better understand how to generate and interpret key financial reports. Topics covered to include: • Entering Transactions • Bank Reconciliations • Running Reports • Profit […]
Understanding Federal Youth Employment Regulations
WebinarThis is an online event.The Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) administers and enforces some of the nation’s most comprehensive federal labor laws. Collectively, these laws cover most private, state, and local government employment throughout the United States and its territories. We have several resources that would be of interest for […]
The First Steps to Small Business Success – 1-hr Webinar
WebinarIf 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 […]
Get Capital Ready
CoLab 18 100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PAGet Capital Ready Hear from various local business lending organizations at this no-cost event brought to you by Pitt SBDC, Riverside Center for Innovation, and Chatham University’s Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship-Women’s Business Center.Looking to expand or grow your business? Aiming to be capital ready ahead of local contract opportunities like the 2026 NFL draft?In this […]
Small Business Strive & Thrive Training (Nazareth)
295 East Center St Nazareth, PAInterested in starting or accelerating your business and want to learn from local experts?Join us at the Nazareth Memorial Library to hear from an expert panel of local resource partners and legal and accounting professionals with tips on running a business and what resources are available to you in Northampton County. After the panel discussion, […]
Managing Your Business on Google Search and Maps (In-Person Only)
6395 State Route 103 N Lewistown, PAPenn State SBDC has partnered with digital marketing expert Joshua Miller to host “Managing Your Business on Google Search and Maps," an in-person event on May 14, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Lewistown, PA. Joshua has over two decades of experience working with small business owners throughout the United States, helping them […]
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 […]
First Step: Business Essentials (Beaver) (in-person)
Beaver County Chamber of Commerce 525 - 3rd Street, 2nd Floor, BeaverThis 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 […]
2025 PA Tax Series: Getting Started with myPATH
WebinarJoin us in learning how to start with the Department of Revenue’s self-service portal called myPATH. This module will cover what type of profile users should be creating, as well as provide instructions on how to successfully register them, gain access to both personal and business-related accounts, get access to client accounts if applicable, and […]
Marketing 101: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Marketing Plan (Webinar)
WebinarA marketing plan is the first step in creating a successful marketing program for your business. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be complicated in order to work.This webinar will cover the basic components of a marketing plan that should be the basis for your marketing activities. You will walk away with answers to questions such […]
Planning for Marketing
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 First Steps series, but you […]
APEX presents the US Navy Talent Pipeline Program
WebinarJoin the Southeast PA APEX Accelerator in introducting the US NAVY Talent Pipeline ProgramTheir Mission: The US Navy Talent Pipeline Program TEAM will energize and engage the American manufacturing economy by creating and sustaining a defense and maritime industrial base focused talent pipelines enabling EMPLOYERS to re-capitalize their workforce through recruiting, hiring, on-boarding, and retaining workforce for […]
IN PERSON: Optimize Your Small Business Google Profile | Sunbury, PA
450 Chestnut St Sunbury, PAJoin us for an interactive, in-person workshop designed to help you optimize your Google Business Profile for maximum visibility.Whether you're setting up your profile for the first time or refining an existing one, we’ll guide you through essential steps to ensure your business is properly configured. Learn how to manage your profile like a social […]
ServSafe: Food and Safety Certification – Emlenton
5104 Emlenton Clintonville Rd Emlenton, PAThe ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course, conducted by Penn State Extension, is for individuals preparing for the food protection certification exam. Completing the ServSafe® Manager Course and passing the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Examination with a 70% or higher meets this requirement. Click here for ServSafe registrations. Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees […]
OSHA Heat Illness Prevention Campaign
WebinarJoin us for an engaging webinar on OSHA’s Heat Illness Prevention Campaign, where you’ll learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to heat-related risks in the workplace. This session will cover essential topics, including understanding heat-related illnesses and their symptoms, OSHA’s guidelines and resources for heat illness prevention, and strategies for developing and implementing an […]
First Step: Business Essentials (Lawrence) (in-person)
WebinarThis 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 […]
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 […]
Cyber Hygiene 101
WebinarMore Detail TBAKeeping your data safe should be a top priority. With cyberattacks occurring every 11 seconds, every possible entry point must be secure. This session will identify the latest cyber threats and discuss what cyber policies you can implement today to build a solid cyber defense. Speaker: Joe Harford #tribe-events div, ul li { font-family: […]
