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Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 1/21/2026 1 PM- 2 PM
¿Es nueva(o) Women’s Business Development Council? ¿Ha utilizado nuestros servicios, pero desea saber con qué más podemos ayudarle? Venga a conocer los recursos que ofrecemos a las pequeñas empresas, la mayoría de los cuales se brindan sin costo. Acompañe a Stephanie Crocker Baez-Mendez y Maria Zamora de WBDC para descubrir cómo comenzar. ¡Tenemos opciones para […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 1/21/2026 10:00 - 12:00pm
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 in downtown Hartford at WBDC’s Hartford Office, 190 Trumbull Street, CT 06103for great conversations, delicious pastries, coffee and the opportunity to connect in person […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 1/21/2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join us on Zoom to learn more about the Waterbury/WBDC Small Business Grant Program, designed to support and strengthen businesses in the City of Waterbury, Connecticut. Eligible businesses may apply for grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to fund clearly defined projects that demonstrate measurable impact on business growth and profitability. This information session will […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 1/22/2026 8:00am to 9:30am
Are you aMedical, Wellness, or Mental Health Professional? Do you love serving your clients but find yourself less enthusiastic about running the business side of your practice? Join Dr. Gwenn Rosenbergof New London Natural Health and Laura Blake of the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) for a focusedNetworking Coffee EventatTox Brewery in New London(YES Tox […]
Training Topics: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 1/22/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
You won’t be running your business forever. Have you thought about what you’ll do when it’s time for your next chapter? Join WBDC Business Advisor, Carol Cheswick, to explore why planning your exit strategy early can protect your investment, maximize value, and ensure a smooth transition when it’s time to move on.You’ll learn simple steps […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 1/23/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
If you work with independent contractors or freelancers, you may be required to submit 1099s for to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Department of Revenue Services by January 31. The 1099 form is used to report income that is paid by your company for services performed by a person or business who is not […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 1/26/2026 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Fee: $ 30.00
Join Sherry Konwerski, WBDC Business Advisor and Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, for a 3-part hands-on course to learn how to manage your business finances with QuickBooks. In this series, you’ll learn a broad range of bookkeeping functions, from setting up QuickBooks, to handling money in/money out, banking, payroll, and much more. If you’ve decided to […]
Training Topics: Technology
Date & Time: 1/27/2026 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Ready to unlock a new level of efficiency to save you time & money? Join WBDC’s Sonique Solis to take the first step in digitizing your personal and business receipts, and get ready for grant season by organizing them for yourself or your bookkeeper. Whether you have a scanner or just a mobile device, explore […]
Training Topics: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 1/27/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic idea— it is a practical tool that small business owners can use today. This self contained session gives small business owners a simple, practical foundation for understanding AI and using it effectively.By the end of the session, you will understand not just what AI can do, but how […]
Training Topics: Other
Date & Time: 1/28/2026 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Do you know how well your business has been performing this year?Peek under the hood of your business with WBDC Business Advisor and Financial expert, Tanya Kelley, as she reviews strategies to help gauge the health of your business and focus on reaching your financial business goals for thenewyear. This class is designed for business […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 1/28/2026 1-2pm
Course Description: This one-hour class will guide small business startups to clearly define their competitive advantage using a powerful UVP statement framework preferred by WBDC’s Marketing Advisor, Joy Braddock. You’ll learn to: Define Your Audience & Problem: Pinpoint your target customer and articulate their most pressing pain point or need, which forms the vital starting […]
Training Topics: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 2/2/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Key Questions Every Food Entrepreneur Must Answer Whether you operate as a cottage food business, use a commercial kitchen, run a food truck, or sell packaged food products, there are critical questions every food entrepreneur should be asking. Understanding these early can help you avoid costly mistakes, stay compliant, and build a stronger, more sustainable […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 2/3/2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm
End Date: 2/26/2026
Fee: $ 149.00
The Business Concept Clinic Winter Cohort is full. If you are interested in the Spring Cohort, please apply here:Business Concept Clinic Spring Cohort – Application (8 part series) 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 […]
Training Topics: Business Plan
Date & Time: 2/3/2026 5:00 - 7:0pm
End Date: 3/31/2026
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: Technology
Date & Time: 2/3/2026 6:00PM - 7:00PM
¿Listo para desbloquear un nuevo nivel de eficiencia para ahorrar tiempo y dinero? Únete a Stephanie Baez de WBDC y da el primer paso para digitalizar tus recibos personales y de negocio. Prepárate para la temporada de subvenciones organizándolos para ti o para tu contador. Ya sea que tengas un escáner o solo un dispositivo […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 2/4/2026 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: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 2/4/2026 10:00 - 11:00am
This class is designed for established businesses that are AT LEAST 2 years old. You’ve been running a business for a while now. You’re profitable, but you feel like your capacity is maxed out. You need a new strategy to take your business to the next level. Join WBDC’s Carol Cheswick to learn how to […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 2/5/2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm
This is program is designed for Waterbury residents and Waterbury base businesses Waterbury Fast Track is a hands-on workshop series that helps small businesses apply confidently for the $10K Waterbury Municipal Grant. In five one-hour sessions, you’ll learn how to tell your business story, organize your documents, and create simple financial projections to apply for […]
Training Topics: Tax Planning
Date & Time: 2/9/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The first quarter of the year is typically when tax season preparation heats up for businesses. There is paperwork to be organized, with the goal of creating a return that is accurate and doesn’t hold any financial surprises for your business. Join Sarah Watson, CPA, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, to get some quick tips to help you […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 2/10/2026 5:00PM-7:00PM
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 2/11/2026 11-12pm
Feeling stuck with a marketing issue? Have a quick marketing related question that doesn’t require a full hour appointment? Introducing the Joy of Marketing Drop-in Office hour –to be held periodically with Joy Braddock, WBDC’s Marketing Business Advisor. Joy will be available to answer your quick questions and point you in the right direction when […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 2/11/2026 1 PM- 2 PM
¿Es nueva(o) Women’s Business Development Council? ¿Ha utilizado nuestros servicios, pero desea saber con qué más podemos ayudarle? Venga a conocer los recursos que ofrecemos a las pequeñas empresas, la mayoría de los cuales se brindan sin costo. Acompañe a Stephanie Crocker Baez-Mendez y Maria Zamora de WBDC para descubrir cómo comenzar. ¡Tenemos opciones para […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 2/11/2026 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: Technology
Date & Time: 2/11/2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Have you ever struggled with using Adobe Acrobat, saving documents to PDF, combining multiple documents into one PDF, or signing documents? Or perhaps you need a refresher on how to attach those documents to an email. Then join us for this session to go over all these features, ask your questions, and walk away feeling […]
Training Topics: Customer Relations
Date & Time: 2/12/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
Clients are the foundation of a strong, sustainable business, and keeping existing clients is more cost-effective than acquiring new ones. Join WBDC Business Advisor Krista Rizzo to learn how to attract clients, create a strong first impression, and build relationships that encourage repeat business and referrals. This class is not about selling more — it’s […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 2/12/2026 1:00 - 2:30 pm
¿Estás pensando en empezar un negocio pero no sabes por dónde comenzar?Esta clase práctica te ayudará a explorar si el emprendimiento es lo adecuado para ti, a entender qué hace que una idea de negocio funcione y a recorrer las decisiones clave antes de lanzarte. Es perfecta para cualquiera que tenga una idea de negocio […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 2/17/2026 1 PM- 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 Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to get […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 2/18/2026 10:00am - 11:30am
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: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 2/18/2026 6:00PM - 7:30PM
La temporada de impuestos ya está aquí. ¿Estás listo? Únase a la profesional de impuestos, Nathali Ocampo, para explorar consejos y estrategias fiscales para ayudar a su negocio de cuidado infantil familiar. Aumente su confianza general en el manejo de asuntos relacionados con impuestos para su negocio de cuidado infantil Ahorre tiempo y dinero entendiendo […]
Training Topics: Technology
Date & Time: 2/19/2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
¿Alguna vez ha tenido problemas para usar Adobe Acrobat, guardar documentos en PDF, combinar varios documentos en un PDF o firmar documentos? O quizás necesite un repaso sobre cómo adjuntar esos documentos a un correo electrónico.Luego, únase a nosotros en esta sesión para repasar todas estas funciones, hacer sus preguntas y salir sintiéndose más seguro […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 2/23/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
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: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 2/23/2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm
El primer trimestre del año es cuando la preparación de la declaración de impuestos se intensifica para las empresas. Hay que organizar la documentación con el objetivo de presentar una declaración precisa y sin sorpresas financieras. Acompáñenos con Maria Zamora, asesora de negocios de WBDC, para obtener consejos prácticos que le ayudarán a prepararse y […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 2/24/2026 12pm -1pm
Description:Grants can help you get started — but there comes a time to build sustainable growth through smart financing. This class is for business owners who have a proven track record, strong credit, and a clear growth plan but need additional capital to reach their next milestone. Learn how to confidently transition from grant funding […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 2/25/2026 4:30-5:30 pm
Course Description:This course will provide small business owners with a review of AI as an effective “human-in-the-loop” co-pilot, focusing on the four pillars of AI navigation for productivity quick wins. The core focus will then shift to mastering the art of brand voice, demonstrating practical techniques for creating tone guides and ensuring AI-generated content sounds […]
Training Topics: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 2/25/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
Discover a simple four-part formula to pitch your business with clarity and impact. In this fast-paced session, you’ll learn how to grab attention, highlight your unique value, show a clear path to success, and inspire with your vision—giving you the tools to impress investors, partners, and clients. Instructor Bio: As the Marketing Business Advisor at […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 2/25/2026 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: Other Events
Date & Time: 2/25/2026 10:00 - 12:00pm
Join WBDC and The People’s Place for an engaging in-person networking experience designed to bring entrepreneurs together. Enjoy light snacks, fresh pastries, and coffee while connecting with fellow business owners, creatives, and community members in a relaxed and welcoming environment. We’ll gather at The People’s Place, 101 Pierpont Road, with plenty of free parking available. […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 2/26/2026 6:00pm-7:00pm
Do you want to increase your enrollment and be sure you remain full going forward? Want to learn how engaging with your community can impact enrollment? Join Jennifer Garciato discuss ways to engage with your community, boost enrollment, and ensure sustainability. Participants of this classwill walk away with at least ten ideas to engage with […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 2/26/2026 12-1pm
Course Description:Join WBDC’s Marketing Adviser, Joy Braddock, In this engaging one-hour class as you explore pricing strategiesto help you optimize profits while staying competitive. You’ll learn how to choose the right approach for your business and customer, giving you hands-on experience with calculating the point at which your business covers all costs. By the end […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 3/2/2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fast-track your QBO expertise— one class, two hours, zero stress. ThisQuickBooks Online Refresher Classis for small business owners who haveactively used QuickBooks Online (QBO) within the last six monthsand have completed all of the following Purchased an active QBO subscription (any plan) Successfully linked your bank and/or credit card accounts to QBO. Categorized at least […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 3/3/2026 1-2pm
Course Description: Struggling to manage your business while also marketing it? In this one-hour presentation, you will learn how to apply the key aspects of marketing. Following a renowned framework called the 4Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion), we’ll help you to ensuring a holistic approach to your marketing planning & strategy development. By examining these […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 3/3/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
La estructura empresarial que usted elija influye en todo, desde las operaciones diarias hasta los impuestos y el nivel de riesgo para sus bienes personales. Elegir una estructura que ofrezca el equilibrio adecuado entre protecciones legales y beneficios es clave para iniciar su negocio. Únase a la asesora de negocios de WBDC, Patricia Klapper,mientras revisa […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 3/3/2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm
End Date: 4/28/2026
Fee: $ 299.00
The Business Planning for Food-Preneurs (BPF) is designed to help plan, expand and grow your food business. With the training, business plan, networking, and access to resources, the food-preneur will create plans to effectively start and scale their business. This program is seeking food entrepreneurs who have recently launched and started to sell their products […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 3/4/2026 1 PM- 2 PM
¿Es nueva(o) Women’s Business Development Council? ¿Ha utilizado nuestros servicios, pero desea saber con qué más podemos ayudarle? Venga a conocer los recursos que ofrecemos a las pequeñas empresas, la mayoría de los cuales se brindan sin costo. Acompañe a Stephanie Crocker Baez-Mendez y Maria Zamora de WBDC para descubrir cómo comenzar. ¡Tenemos opciones para […]
Training Topics: Legal Issues
Date & Time: 3/5/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
In this class, entrepreneurs will learn how to avoid common legal pitfalls when running a business. We’ll cover important topics like partnership agreements, protecting your ideas and inventions, and how to work with contractors. By understanding these common missteps, you’ll gain practical advice to steer clear of costly legal problems and ensure your business stays […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 3/11/2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm
In this class, you will learn how to calculate the true cost of providing high-quality child care, taking into account all your operating expenses, materials, time, and professional value. We will explore practical tools to help you set sustainable pricing that reflects the real value of your work while ensuring the long-term viability of your […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 3/11/2026 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: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 3/11/2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Have questions about QuickBooks Online? Join Tanya Kelley, 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: Orientation
Date & Time: 3/12/2026 1 PM- 2 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 Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to get […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 3/12/2026 12:00PM - 1:00PM
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: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 3/17/2026 6:00 PM-7:00PM
Child Care Management Software (CCMS) helps providers to implement business practices, supporting efficient operations, budgeting, fee collection, financial reporting, and communicating with parents. Join WBDC’s Sonique Solis for an introduction to this software. Learn how it can help you save time and money in your business, and make it easier to collect payments from families. […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 3/18/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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: 3/19/2026 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: Technology
Date & Time: 3/19/2026 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Únase a nosotros para una sesión práctica diseñada para propietarios de pequeñas empresas. En esta clase, aprenderá a optimizar su comunicación por correo electrónico utilizando las mejores funciones de Gmail. Cubriremos todo, desde crear plantillas para comunicarse con clientes hasta programar correos electrónicos para enviarlos en el mejor momento. También descubrirá cómo usar etiquetas y […]
Training Topics: Other
Date & Time: 3/23/2026 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: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 3/25/2026 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Discover how to keep your child care program strong and competitive by understanding the families you serve and the other options available to them. This class teaches child care providers how to analyze their market, uncover community needs, and evaluate local competitors. You’ll walk away with practical ideas to fill gaps in your community, highlight […]
Training Topics: Managing a Business
Date & Time: 3/25/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
Delegation isn’t just about handing off tasks — it starts with understanding where your business is right now. In this session with WBDC Business Advisor Janet Johnson, we’ll begin with a simple Customer-Offer Matrix to help you clearly see what’s working, what’s not, and where your time is going. From there, we’ll break down your […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 3/26/2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Los estados financieros son un conjunto de informes resumidos sobre los resultados financieros de su negocio, su situación financiera y su flujo de efectivo. Incluyen el estado de resultados, el balance general y el estado de flujo de efectivo. Únase a Patricia Klapper, asesora de negocios de WBDC, mientras explica cada uno de estos estados […]
Training Topics: Other Events
Date & Time: 3/26/2026 10:00 - 11:30 am
Join our in-person Small Business Mastermind in New London! Connect with fellow entrepreneurs in small, focused discussion groups designed to help you grow your business. In this supportive setting, you’ll tackle challenges, brainstorm solutions, and celebrate wins together. You’ll leave each session with practical insights and strategies tailored to your goals. Whether you’re just starting […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 3/27/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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: 3/30/2026 12:00pm -1:30pm
This class helps startups and early business owners get financially fit by organizing both personal and business finances in preparation for funding and long-term growth.We’llcover how personal finances impact business financing, what lenders look for, and how to organize key financial information, including budgeting, banking, credit basics, and separating personal and businessfinances.Thisclass is meant to […]
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 3/31/2026 6:00pm-7:00pm
¿Quiere aumentar su inscripción y asegurarse de mantenerse lleno(a) en el futuro? ¿Desea aprender cómo la participación con su comunidad puede impactar la inscripción? Únase a Maria Zamora para conversar sobre maneras de involucrarse con su comunidad, aumentar la inscripción y garantizar la sostenibilidad. Los participantes de esta clase se llevarán al menos diez ideas […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 4/1/2026 1 PM- 2 PM
¿Es nueva(o) Women’s Business Development Council? ¿Ha utilizado nuestros servicios, pero desea saber con qué más podemos ayudarle? Venga a conocer los recursos que ofrecemos a las pequeñas empresas, la mayoría de los cuales se brindan sin costo. Acompañe a Stephanie Crocker Baez-Mendez y Maria Zamora de WBDC para descubrir cómo comenzar. ¡Tenemos opciones para […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 4/1/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Have questions about QuickBooks Online? Join Tanya Kelley, 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: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 4/2/2026 5-6:30 pm
End Date: 5/14/2026
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: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 4/7/2026 1-2 pm
Course Description:Uncertain whether your marketing strategies are working? This course is designed for small businesses aiming to develop effective marketing strategies to grow sales and achieve results. You will explore essential concepts around how to grow your sales. Options discussed include penetrating your existing market, developing new services or product lines to your current offering […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 4/9/2026 2 PM- 3PM
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 Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to get […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 4/14/2026 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Hablar con los padres sobre dinero puede ser muy estresante. Por eso es importante contar con buenas políticas de pago y formas efectivas de comunicarlas. Durante esta sesión, hablaremos sobre cómo redactar políticas de pago que aumenten su flujo de efectivo y mejoren su capacidad para presupuestar.
Training Topics: Business Plan
Date & Time: 4/16/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
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: Other Events
Date & Time: 4/16/2026 10:00 - 12:00pm
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 in downtown Hartford at Hartford Healthcare, 100 Pearl Street, CT 06103for great conversations, delicious pastries, coffee and the opportunity to connect in person and […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 4/20/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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: Business Financing
Date & Time: 4/21/2026 11:00am - 12:00pm
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: Business Financing
Date & Time: 4/22/2026 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 Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 4/23/2026 10:00 - 11:00am
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: 4/27/2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm
End Date: 5/20/2026
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: Marketing/Sales
Date & Time: 4/29/2026 11-12pm
Feeling stuck with a marketing issue? Have a quick marketing related question that doesn’t require a full hour appointment? Introducing the Joy of Marketing Drop-in Office hour –to be held periodically with Joy Braddock, WBDC’s Marketing Business Advisor. Joy will be available to answer your quick questions and point you in the right direction when […]
Training Topics: Tax Planning
Date & Time: 4/29/2026 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: Business Plan
Date & Time: 4/30/2026 12:00 - 2:00pm
End Date: 6/25/2026
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: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 5/1/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Whether you’re a new business owner or seasoned entrepreneur,it’s important to understand your federal, state, and local tax requirements. Join WBDC Business Advisor Sherry Konwerski to learn about the difference between all tax types. This will help you file your taxes accurately and make payments on time.
Training Topics: Technology
Date & Time: 5/5/2026 6:00PM - 7:00PM
¿Listo para desbloquear un nuevo nivel de eficiencia para ahorrar tiempo y dinero? Únete a Stephanie Baez de WBDC y da el primer paso para digitalizar tus recibos personales y de negocio. Prepárate para la temporada de subvenciones organizándolos para ti o para tu contador. Ya sea que tengas un escáner o solo un dispositivo […]
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Date & Time: 5/5/2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Fee: $ 30.00
Join Sherry Konwerski, WBDC Business Advisor and Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, for a 3-part hands-on course to learn how to manage your business finances with QuickBooks. In this series, you’ll learn a broad range of bookkeeping functions, from setting up QuickBooks, to handling money in/money out, banking, payroll, and much more. If you’ve decided to […]
Training Topics: Human Resources
Date & Time: 5/6/2026 10:00 - 11:00am
Life happens, and sometimes you need to step away from work to take care of yourself or your family. CT Paid Leave is a state-administered program that can help replace income when qualifying health or family needs come up. If you’re a sole proprietor or self-employed, you are eligible too. Join us to learn what […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 5/6/2026 1 PM- 2 PM
¿Es nueva(o) Women’s Business Development Council? ¿Ha utilizado nuestros servicios, pero desea saber con qué más podemos ayudarle? Venga a conocer los recursos que ofrecemos a las pequeñas empresas, la mayoría de los cuales se brindan sin costo. Acompañe a Stephanie Crocker Baez-Mendez y Maria Zamora de WBDC para descubrir cómo comenzar. ¡Tenemos opciones para […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 5/7/2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm
End Date: 6/4/2026
This is program is designed for Waterbury residents and Waterbury base businesses Waterbury Fast Track is a hands-on workshop series that helps small businesses apply confidently for the $10K Waterbury Municipal Grant. In five one-hour sessions, you’ll learn how to tell your business story, organize your documents, and create simple financial projections to apply for […]
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 5/12/2026 5:30 - 7:00 pm
¿Estás pensando en empezar un negocio pero no sabes por dónde comenzar?Esta clase práctica te ayudará a explorar si el emprendimiento es lo adecuado para ti, a entender qué hace que una idea de negocio funcione y a recorrer las decisiones clave antes de lanzarte. Es perfecta para cualquiera que tenga una idea de negocio […]
Training Topics: Business Financing
Date & Time: 5/13/2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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: 5/13/2026 10:00 - 11:00am
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: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Date & Time: 5/19/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
La estructura empresarial que usted elija influye en todo, desde las operaciones diarias hasta los impuestos y el nivel de riesgo para sus bienes personales. Elegir una estructura que ofrezca el equilibrio adecuado entre protecciones legales y beneficios es clave para iniciar su negocio. Únase a la asesora de negocios de WBDC, Patricia Klapper,mientras revisa […]
Training Topics: Orientation
Date & Time: 5/20/2026 5 PM- 6PM
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 Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to get […]
Training Topics: Tax Planning
Date & Time: 5/20/2026 1:00 - 2:00pm
As your business grows, the structure that once made sense may no longer be the most efficient or cost-effective. Transitioning from an LLC to an S Corporation can offer real tax advantages, but it also comes with new responsibilities and rules. Join WBDC Business Advisor, Pat Klapper, to walk through when an S Corp makes […]
Training Topics: Human Resources
Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Training Topics: Business Plan
Training Topics: Business Financing
Training Topics: Technology
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Training Topics: Business Financing
Training Topics: Business Financing
Training Topics: Business Financing
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Training Topics: Managing a Business
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget
Training Topics: Business Financing
Training Topics: Business Financing
