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Training Topics: Legal Issues
Date & Time: 9/11/2025 1:00 - 2:00pm
Thinking about going into business with a partner? Join us for a practical session on the key legal considerations every entrepreneur should understand—from governance structures and voting and other equityholder rights to transfer provisions and partnership obligations. This presentation will make corporate governance more approachable and help you make informed decisions about how you want […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 9/11/2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Pricing your products is a critical part of running a successful small business. Setting prices too low or too high can result in reduced profits, lost customers, and limited growth potential. JoinSherry Konwerski, WBDC Business Advisor, for an engaging session where you’ll learn how to evaluate your current pricing, understand profitability, and set realistic projections […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 9/11/2025 12-1pm
Course Desription: Choosing the right website platform is one of the most important decisions for your business’s online success. In this one-hour session, we’ll break down the pros, cons, and key features of Wix, Shopify, and WordPress to help you understand which best fits your business needs and growth goals. Whether you’re building your first […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 9/11/2025 1:00PM-2:00PM
Join us for a one-hour information session to learn about the Women’s Business Development Council’s Ignite Grant. The program offers grants of up to $10,000 to women-owned businesses in the state of Connecticut who have been in business for 2 or more years. The information session will cover eligibility requirements, what the grant can be […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 9/16/2025 5:00 - 7:00pm
Join the Women’s Business Development Council, the Greater Norwalk Chamber, and the City of Norwalk to meet and mingle with business professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders. Cash bar and light appetizers will be provided. Meet us at Coalsin Norwalk for delicious food and the opportunity to connect in person and share ideas and inspiration with fellow […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 9/16/2025 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Projections are a very important part for applying for any type of funding. Funders need to feel that the borrower understands their business thoroughly and their ability to grow it with the funds they are providing. Projections need to be done properly to accurately create that picture for the Funder. Improper projections can show a […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 9/16/2025 12pm-1pm
New to the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC)? Have you used our services but want to know what else we can help with? Come learn about the resources we offer to small businesses – most of which are offered at no cost. Join WBDC’s Concilia Ndlovu,Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to […]
Training Topics: Exporting
Date & Time: 9/17/2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Did you know that international sales are not just for large manufacturers? If you are an artist, jewelry designer, beauty care producer, candle maker, etc. then international expansion may be a great way for you to increase sales. If you are a service provider in the fields of website design, accounting, law, or travel services, […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 9/18/2025 9:00 - 2:00pm
Fee: $ 40.00
Want to learn how to create easy and meaningful content for your social media platforms? Join WBDC’s Terri Piekara, Social Media Business adviser for a 1/2 day workshop to walk you through the step-by-step process complete with content writing, starting with your “hook,” media creation, and basic editing all from your smartphone! This class has […]
Training Topics: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 9/18/2025 1:00 - 2:30
Running a small business can be complex and challenging, which is why entrepreneurs need a strong support system. Join this class for an interactive panel discussion between representatives from each industry to explain why having a banker, accountant, insurer, and lawyer is essential for your business’s success. Banker: Helps manage finances, secure loans, and provide […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 9/18/2025 10:00 - 11:30am
Join WBDC to meet and mingle with fellow entrepreneurs and WBDC team members. We’ll provide light snacks and coffee – additional food and specialty drinks will be available for purchase.Meet us downtown New Haven at Havenly – Community Café & Homestyle Kitchenfor delicious food and the opportunity to connect in person and share ideas and […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 9/18/2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Do You Own a Business in Waterbury? Or know someone who does? This event is for you! Join us in person or online to learn about the Waterbury/WBDC Small Business Grant Program. This program is designed to support the growth of businesses located in the City of Waterbury, Connecticut. Eligible businesses may receive grants ranging […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 9/24/2025 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Early-stage companies occasionally need capital assistance to stay afloat and finance their day-to-day operations. Despite this, many small businesses and startups find it difficult to get access to capital. Join Tanya Kelley and Samantha Cross,our Business Advisors to hear potential sources of capital for entrepreneurs. Topics include: Credit score Bank loans – Personal loans – […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 9/24/2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm
This class provides an overview of the essential functions that keep a business running smoothly. Participants will explore topics such as day-to-day management, workflow processes, staffing, and resource allocation. By the end of the session, you will understand how to build efficient systems that support growth and long-term success.
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 9/25/2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm
One of the most overlooked yet crucial parts of running a successful business is understanding how and when to pay yourself. In this practical and engaging class, we’ll break down the different ways business owners can legally and effectively pay themselves based on business structure (sole proprietorship, LLC, S Corp, etc.). You’ll learn the importance […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 9/25/2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Have questions about QuickBooks Online? Join Sherry Konwerski, Business Advisor and Certified QuickBooks Pro, for an open office hour session where you can get real-time answers and support. Whether you’re just getting started or need help with specific features, this is a great opportunity to learn simple, effective techniques to better manage your business finances. […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 9/29/2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Do you have a question about applying for a business loan? Join Samantha Cross and Tanya Kelley, WBDC’s Access To Capital Advisors to get your questions answered and discover your business loan options. You can stay for the whole time or only a few minutes. We’re here for you!
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 9/30/2025 8:30am - 1:00pm
Fee: $ 30.00
A high-impact half-day event designed to sparkmeaningful connections, deliver expert-led business education, and spotlight rising small business leaders.Entrepreneurs will walk away with new connections, valuable insights, and inspiration to take their business to the next level.Featuring our Accelerate Pitch Competition where WBDC clients compete to win $25,000 grants. Learn more at ctwbdc.org/events/catalyst-2025 This event is […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 10/1/2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Tienes una gran idea para un nuevo negocio? Venga a aprender como evaluar su idea para asegurarse de que sea un concepto de negocio viable. Estara espuesto a los elementos a considerar para establecer su negocio. Nuestro asesor commercial le brindara sugerencias para comenzar con su idea. Esta clase esta disenada para aquellos que estan […]
Training Topics: Government Contracting
Date & Time: 10/1/2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The State of Connecticut contracts everything from catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails. Learn what certifications are available (e.g. small business, women-owned, and more) and how certification can help Small Businesses build revenue and find potential new customers.We’ll cover eligibility, steps, and the growth and marketing opportunities certification brings to your company.
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 10/6/2025 5:00 - 6:30pm
This class is for anyone wanting to start a business in Connecticut. We’ll walk you through the whole process, from understanding business entity types and writing your business plan to exploring business viability, learning about financing options, and registering it with the state and federal government. You’ll learn about the considerations you need to make […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 10/6/2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm
End Date: 11/3/2025
Fee: $ 149.00
This course is designed strictly for aspiring entrepreneurs that are in the pre-venture stage. Gain a clear understanding of business building fundamentals and emerge from this class with a solid blueprint firmly in hand. Turn your business idea into a well thought-out road map for your venture. This 8-session course is taught virtually by industry […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 10/7/2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Accessing capital for your small business at any stage can be a challenge. Does this describe you? 2+years in business tracking business financials Looking for loan in next 12 months Not sure what type of loan is right for your business or where to start? JOIN US! In this dynamic 3-part workshop we will review […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 10/7/2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm
End Date: 10/30/2025
Fee: $ 149.00
This course is designed strictly for aspiring entrepreneurs that are in the pre-venture stage. Gain a clear understanding of business building fundamentals and emerge from this class with a solid blueprint firmly in hand. Turn your business idea into a well thought-out road map for your venture. This 8-session course is taught virtually by industry […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 10/7/2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fee: $ 149.00
Descripción: Este curso de 8 sesiones se imparte virtualmente por expertos del sector en un entorno dinámico de aprendizaje entre compañeros, con el apoyo de herramientas en línea y hojas de trabajo para guiarte en cada paso del proceso. Revisaremos conceptos relacionados con la mecánica de iniciar un negocio, cómo convertir su idea en un […]
Training Topics: Government Contracting
Date & Time: 10/8/2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
In this in person – hands on clinic, bring your required documents in electronic format into the classroom and the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) team will help you submit your application for the Small Business Enterprise Certification. The team will answer your questions and help walk you through the application steps. Required Documents
Training Topics: Business Plan
Date & Time: 10/8/2025 5:00 - 7:00pm
End Date: 12/10/2025
Fee: $ 299.00
GPS: AGuide toPlan forSuccess is WBDC’s comprehensive business plan writing course, designed for entrepreneurs with a single, concrete business idea who are looking for instruction, support, and expert advice while building a business plan. Each of the highly interactive 9 sessions focus on a critical aspect of business development, including marketing, sales, and finance. Included […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 10/9/2025 12-1:30 pm
End Date: 11/20/2025
Fee: $ 149.00
Course Overview Gain a comprehensive understanding of marketing and the tools to develop a strategic marketing plan. This interactive 7-session course is for business owners looking for instruction, support, and expert advice on marketing principles and the ability to put them into action. The course culminates with a peer-to-peer review session giving you access to […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 10/10/2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Join Sherry Konwerski, WBDC Business Advisor and QuickBooks Pro Advisor, for a general overview of QuickBooks Online. Learn the basic features and functionality of this tool and determine if it is the best solution for your needs. This class is recommended for those who aren’t familiar with bookkeeping or accounting
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 10/14/2025 1-2:30pm
Course Description: Building a website doesn’t have to be overwhelming — you just need the right plan and guidance. In this hands-on, in-person series, you’ll learn step-by-step how to plan your site, choose the right platform, design pages that convert, and launch your business website with confidence. Over 3 weekly sessions (90 minutes each), you’ll […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 10/15/2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm
This class provides an overview of the essential functions that keep a business running smoothly. Participants will explore topics such as day-to-day management, workflow processes, staffing, and resource allocation. By the end of the session, you will understand how to build efficient systems that support growth and long-term success.
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 10/16/2025 1PM-2PM
New to the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC)? Have you used our services but want to know what else we can help with? Come learn about the resources we offer to small businesses – most of which are offered at no cost. Join WBDC’s Concilia Ndlovu,Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to […]
Training Topics: Business Plan
Date & Time: 10/16/2025 10:00 - 11:00am
Join WBDC Business Advisor, Carol Cheswick, to learnwhy having a solid business plan is crucial for success. She will review key parts of a business plan like identifying your customers, understanding your competition, and making financial predictions. You’ll get practical tips to create a strong plan for your business, helping you start off on the […]
Training Topics: Technology
Date & Time: 10/16/2025 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Are you new to Microsoft Excel and want to learn more about how to use it for your business? Join us to learn how to fill in an existing Excel worksheet (e.g., financial template), create a table, create basic formulas, adjust the formatting of your worksheet, and more. Find out how Excel can be used […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 10/17/2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm
As a small business owner, are you aware about personal property taxes? Every October, every town in Connecticut sends a personal property declaration to all registered business owners in their town.You are required to submit the form to the town by November 1to avoid a 25% penalty. The form is used to determine your Personal […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 10/27/2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Do you have a question about applying for a business loan? Join Samantha Cross and Tanya Kelley, WBDC’s Access To Capital Advisors to get your questions answered and discover your business loan options. You can stay for the whole time or only a few minutes. We’re here for you!
Training Topics: Legal Issues
Date & Time: 10/30/2025 1:00 - 2:00pm
Do you have employees? Are you hoping to hire employees? Join us to learn important information about how to avoid legal challenges when hiring. Even well-intentioned small businesses can stumble into costly legal trouble. This session will spotlight the most common – and avoidable – employment law missteps, from hiring practices to terminations. Learn how […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 11/3/2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Do you have a question about applying for a business loan? Join Samantha Cross and Tanya Kelley, WBDC’s Access To Capital Advisors to get your questions answered and discover your business loan options. You can stay for the whole time or only a few minutes. We’re here for you!
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 11/5/2025 1:00 - 2:00pm
Thinking about starting a business but not sure where to begin? This practical class will help you explore if entrepreneurship is right for you, understand what makes a business idea work, and walk through key decisions before you launch. Perfect for anyone with a spark of an idea and a desire to turn it into […]
Training Topics: Legal Issues
Date & Time: 11/6/2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Protect yourself and your business! This interactive session breaks down the essentials of contracts—what to look for, what to avoid, and how to protect your interests. Learn how to confidently review, negotiate, and sign agreements without costly mistakes. Join Janet Johnson, WBDC Business Advisor and our special guest Joshua Hecht, Attorney from Caplan & Hecht, […]
Training Topics: Tax Planning
Date & Time: 11/6/2025 1:00 - 2:00pm
The business structure you choose influences everything from the distribution of profits, to taxes, to how much of your personal assets are at risk. Choosing a structure that provides the right balance of complexity and benefits is key to starting your business. Join WBDC business advisor Pat Klapper as she reviews the pros and cons […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 11/7/2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm
End Date: 11/21/2025
Fee: $ 30.00
Join Sherry Konwerski, WBDC Business Advisor and CertifiedQuickBooksPro Advisor, for a3-parthands-oncourse to learn how to manage your business finances withQuickBooks. In thisseries, you’ll learn a broad range of bookkeeping functions, from setting upQuickBooks, to handling money in/money out, banking, payroll, and much more. If you’ve decided to useQuickbooksOnlineto manage your business finances but need help […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 11/10/2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fast-track your QBO expertise— one class, two hours, zero stress. This QuickBooks Online Refresher Class is for small business owners who have actively used QuickBooks Online (QBO) within the last six months and have completed all of the following Purchased an active QBO subscription (any plan) Successfully linked your bank and/or credit card accounts to […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 11/10/2025 12-1 pm
Course Description: Whether you’re just getting started or think your website is already optimized, most small business owners miss critical SEO steps that limit their online visibility. In this fast-paced, one-hour session, Miria Gray will break down how search engines actually rank your site and reveal common mistakes that can prevent customers from finding you. […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 11/12/2025 1PM-2PM
New to the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC)? Have you used our services but want to know what else we can help with? Come learn about the resources we offer to small businesses – most of which are offered at no cost. Join WBDC’s Concilia Ndlovu,Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 11/12/2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Are you thinking a business loan might be in your future? Have questions about what lenders look for? Join us for a panel discussion with three lenders to talk about what makes a business “bankable” and things you can begin to do now to set yourself up for success in the future. Topics include: What […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 11/17/2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Do you have a question about applying for a business loan? Join Samantha Cross and Tanya Kelley, WBDC’s Access To Capital Advisors to get your questions answered and discover your business loan options. You can stay for the whole time or only a few minutes. We’re here for you!
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 11/17/2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Connecticut Small Business Boost Fund gives small business owners access to flexible funding for capital expenditures and working capital and connects them with support services. This fund was created to provide access to working capital for those who need it most. Learn about this new opportunity, how to get your business prepared to accept […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 11/18/2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join WBDC for an opportunity to meet and mingle with the WBDC community of CT-based small business owners and the WBDC team! We’ll provide light snacks and refreshments, and offer ample opportunities to connect in personand share ideas with fellow entrepreneurs
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 11/18/2025 1-2pm
Course Description: This course will allow you to take your SEO knowledge to the next level by focusing on how to attract local customers through targeted strategies. This one-hour session will show you how to optimize your website and online presence for local search results, including Google Business, local keywords, and location-based content. Learn how […]
Training Topics: Government Contracting
Date & Time: 11/19/2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Understanding how to become certified as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) can be confusing — but we’re here to help! Join Tanisha Baptiste-Bynum, Lead Outreach & Marketing Specialist and Veterans Business Development Officer, as she walks you through the certification process and how to get started. Topics include: • How to begin your WOSB certification […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 11/20/2025 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Join WBDC to meet and mingle with fellow entrepreneurs and WBDC team members bright and early! We’ll provide light snacks and coffee – additional food and specialty drinks will be available for purchase.Meet us on Bank Street at Tox Brewing Company for coffee and pastriesand the opportunity to connect in person and share ideas and […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 12/2/2025 12:30 PM -2:00 PM
Join WBDC for an opportunity to meet and mingle with the WBDC community of CT-based small business owners and the WBDC team! We’ll provide light snacks and coffee, and offer ample opportunities to connect in personand share ideas with fellow entrepreneurs.
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 12/3/2025 11-12
Course Description: Hiring a marketing agency can be a game-changer for small businesses—but only if it’s the right fit. In this one-hour seminar, you’ll learn how to identify when it’s time to bring in outside help, what questions to ask when interviewing agencies, and how to set clear goals and expectations for a successful partnership. […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 12/3/2025 11-12am
Course Description:Thinking about hiring a marketing agency but not sure where to start? This session, led by Jamie Taylor, agency founder/CEO who regularly works with small businesses, will help you understand when it makes sense to bring in outside marketing help, how to evaluate agencies, and what to expect from the relationship.We’ll also tackle one […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 12/3/2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join our Hartford Small Business Mastermind! Connect with other entrepreneurs and boost your business for the new year. In this supportive group, you’ll discuss challenges, brainstorm solutions, and celebrate each other’s successes. Each meeting will offer practical insights and strategies tailored to your goals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, this mastermind […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 12/10/2025 10:00 - 11:30am
Join WBDC to meet and mingle with fellow entrepreneurs and WBDC team members. We’ll provide light snacks and coffee – additional food and specialty drinks will be available for purchase.Meet us at WBDC office in downtown Hartford at 190 Trumbull Street, Hartford, CT (2nd Floor) for delicious food and the opportunity to connect in person […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 12/11/2025 11 AM -12 PM
New to the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC)? Have you used our services but want to know what else we can help with? Come learn about the resources we offer to small businesses – most of which are offered at no cost. Join WBDC’s Concilia Ndlovu,Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 12/11/2025 1:00 - 2:30pm
This class is for anyone wanting to start a business in Connecticut. We’ll walk you through the whole process, from understanding business entity types and writing your business plan to exploring business viability, learning about financing options, and registering it with the state and federal government. You’ll learn about the considerations you need to make […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
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