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 in the course is the Business Advisory Event, which provides an opportunity for you to pitch your business concept to an array of business professionals and receive customized feedback about how to move forward.
Accepted applicants receive a 6-month subscription to LivePlan, the world’s leading business plan writing software (a $240 value).
Eligible GPS graduates who complete the course and furnish a completed business plan are invited to apply for the WBDC Launch Pad Grant*. This offers newly established businesses the opportunity to receive a $2,500 grant for start-up costs.​ Applicants must complete an application and participate in a pitch competition. A panel of judges determines grant awardees. More details and eligibility requirements can be found here: LaunchPad Grant Program
Wednesdays, 12:00 – 2:00 July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18, 25 WBDC Virtual Classroom
Fee: $299** Application Required-Apply by Wednesday,July 17 by 5:00 PM Class size is limited; applications will be processed in the order in which they are received.
A WBDC Business Advisor will be in contact with you to arrange an assessment interview prior to admittance to the course. APPLY HERE:Guide to Plan for Success (GPS) Application (wufoo.com)
Client Requirements
Must have a single, concrete business concept or be an established business with a record of sales. Must submit a completed application and participate in an assessment interview with a WBDC Business Advisor. Must be willing to actively participate in the program, including being fully present for each of the 2-hour sessions and completing all necessary assignments and homework. *WBDC’s LaunchPad Grant is not available for child care providers. Child care providers graduating from GPS, however, may be eligible for our Child Care Business Opportunity Fund grants.
**Reduced-fee scholarships are available to those who qualify based on income guidelines.
APPLY HERE:Guide to Plan for Success (GPS) Application (wufoo.com)

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 getting started, thisclass is for you!
Thisseriesis designed for business owners with 1+ years of sales. You must have aQuickBooksOnlineaccount to attend this class. A trial account is sufficient.
Sessions: August 6, 13, 20

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, just to name a few, you are a part of some of the fastest growing export industries!
Join U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Specialist Jacqueline Torcellini to learn more about the export potential of your product or service and the resources available to your company to explore your product or services export potential.

¿ Conociendo el Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) por primera vez? Venga a conocer los recursos que ofrecemos a las pequeñas empresas, la mayoría de los cuales se ofrecen sin costo alguno. Únase a Patricia Posada Klapper y Kathy Torres de WBDC para averiguar cómo empezar. Tenemos algo para las personas en todas las etapas del negocio: servicios de educación empresarial y financiera, subvenciones, oportunidades promocionales y de desarrollo comunitario, ¡y mucho más! Ya sea que esté pensando en iniciar un negocio, esté buscando expandir sus habilidades comerciales o esté listo para escalar, WBDC puede ayudarlo a impulsar su éxito de una manera tangible y accesible.

Have a great idea for a new business? Come learn how to evaluate your idea to be sure it is a viable business concept. Or, learn how to adapt your idea so that it can become the successful business you’re envisioning. This class is designed for those who are early in their entrepreneurial journey.
This is a highly interactive class where you will be invited to briefly share your business idea. Our business advisor will provide feedback on the considerations you need to make to get started with your idea.

The business structure you choose influences everything from your day-to-day operations to taxes and how much of your personal assets are at risk. Choosing a structure that provides the right balance of legal protections and benefits is key to starting your business. Join WBDC business advisor Sherry Konwerski as she reviews the pros and cons of common business structures, including sole proprietorships, limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations, and partnerships.

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 al principio de su viaje empresarial. La clase es interactive donde se le invitara a compartir brevemente su idea de negocio.

Course Description:
Unlock the secrets to successful marketing promotions in this dynamic course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs that will drive sales. Meet WBDC’s Business Adviser, Joy Braddock, as she gives an overview ofthe powerful promotional strategies that includeemail marketing campaigns, content marketing, loyalty &refer-a-friend programs, community outreach and much morethat will help you elevate your brand and drive business growth.
Instructor:
Joy Braddock brings with her almost a decade of experience as a small business owner, and over 20 years’ experience in marketing and advertising. As the co-owner of a local brewery, she understands the passion, drive and perseverance needed to start and run a small business. Joy is the co-founder and President of the Bombshell Project, a non-profit on a mission to help women enter and lead in the male-dominated craft brewing industry.

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 you need to know before you apply What documents are needed When is the right time to get a loan How to set yourself (and your business) up for success

Do you aspire to have your own business? Do you think you know what you need? This program explores everything you need to know to decide if entrepreneurship is right for you. Examine your business concept and learn what you will need to get started.

Do you have a question about Quickbooks? Join Sherry Konwerski, Business Advisor and QuickBooks Pro to get your questionsanswered and discover simple techniques to manage your business finances.

Pricing your products and services is a very important part of being a small business owner. Improper pricing can lead to no profits, fewer customers and lower potential for your business to succeed. Sherry Konwerski, WBDC Business Advisor, will take you through the process on how to evaluate your pricing and set projections to help you grow your profits.

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 7-session course is taught virtually by industry experts in a dynamic peer-to-peer environment and is supported by online tools and decision worksheets to guide you every step of the way.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2712:00pm – 2:00pmApplication Due Date: July 26th by 5pm
Prerequisites:
Be committed to only one business idea that you plan to develop. Able to attend all sessions. Eligible BCC graduates who complete the course and furnish a completed business plan are invited to apply for the WBDC Launch Pad Grant*. This offers newly established businesses the opportunity to receive a $2,500 grant for start-up costs.​ Applicants must complete an application and participate in a pitch competition. A panel of judges determines grant awardees. More details and eligibility requirements can be found here:LaunchPad Grant Program
Fee
$149 – Regular
*Reduced fee scholarship is available(Household size and Income must be shared)

APPLY HERE:Summer 2024 Application

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, from sales tax to property tax to employment tax and more. This will help you file your taxes accurately and make payments on time.

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 with include penetrating your existing market, developing new services or product lines to your current offering and/or expanding your target audience to reach more people. Gain practical insights that align your offerings with your business growth objectives so you can implement the best strategies for your business.
Instructor Bio:Joy Braddock brings with her almost a decade of experience as a small business owner, and over 20 years’ experience in marketing and advertising. She is a WBDC Marketing Adviser as well as the co-owner of a local brewery. As such, she understands the passion, drive and perseverance needed to start and run a small business. Joy is the co-founder and President of the Bombshell Project, a non-profit on a mission to help women enter and lead in the male-dominated craft brewing industry.

Puntuaciones crediticias: cómo afecta esto a su planificación financiera
Únase a la asesora comercial de WBDC, Pat Posada Klapper, mientras exploramos los puntajes de crédito personales y los pasos que puede seguir para poner sus finanzas en orden. Ya sea que esté iniciando un negocio o ya esté operando uno, esta sesión lo ayudará a comprender los efectos de las finanzas personales en las finanzas comerciales y le brindará consejos prácticos para mejorar su puntaje crediticio.

Join us on Zoom to learn about theWaterbury/WBDC Small Business Grant Program! The program is designed to help businesses in the City of Waterbury, Connecticut grow! Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability.
This information session will go over the application process and requirements to apply and will include detailed information on how to answer the application questions, as well as time for additional questions.

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 in the course is the Business Advisory Event, which provides an opportunity for you to pitch your business concept to an array of business professionals and receive customized feedback about how to move forward.
Accepted applicants receive a 6-month subscription to LivePlan, the world’s leading business plan writing software (a $240 value).
Eligible GPS graduates who complete the course and furnish a completed business plan are invited to apply for the WBDC Launch Pad Grant*. This offers newly established businesses the opportunity to receive a $2,500 grant for start-up costs.​ Applicants must complete an application and participate in a pitch competition. A panel of judges determines grant awardees. More details and eligibility requirements can be found here: LaunchPad Grant Program
Wednesdays, 5:00 – 7:00 October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20 (skip 27, Thanksgiving), December 4, 11 WBDC Virtual Classroom
Fee: $299** Application Required-Apply by Wednesday,September 25 by 5:00 PM Class size is limited; applications will be processed in the order in which they are received.
A WBDC Business Advisor will be in contact with you to arrange an assessment interview prior to admittance to the course. APPLY HERE:Guide to Plan for Success (GPS) Application (wufoo.com)
Client Requirements
Must have a single, concrete business concept or be an established business with a record of sales. Must submit a completed application and participate in an assessment interview with a WBDC Business Advisor. Must be willing to actively participate in the program, including being fully present for each of the 2-hour sessions and completing all necessary assignments and homework. *WBDC’s LaunchPad Grant is not available for child care providers. Child care providers graduating from GPS, however, may be eligible for our Child Care Business Opportunity Fund grants.
**Reduced-fee scholarships are available to those who qualify based on income guidelines.
APPLY HERE:Guide to Plan for Success (GPS) Application (wufoo.com)

This class is designed for established businesses.
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 think about opportunities for growth for your business. Explore whether you should expand into new markets, new products or offerings, or both. Consider the timing, investment needed, and risk involved. Carol will take you through practical examples of what growth looks like and will guide you in a collaborative workshop to explore what your business’s growth looks like.

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 Erin Mercede, Sonique Solis, and Taylor Bergeron to find out how to get started. We have something for individuals at all stages of business – entrepreneurial and financial education services, grants, promotional and community-building opportunities, and much more! Whether you’re thinking about starting a business, are looking to expand your business skills, or are ready to scale, WBDC can help drive your success in a tangible and accessible way.

This session is designed for family child care providers.
All businesses should have a budget and Child Care Programs are no exception. Whether your program is based in your home or in a center, you should know how to estimate your income and expenses. During this session, we will examine the components of a budget, how to roughly calculate what you bring in, what you spend, and what you spend it on. We will also discuss how to use this information to make important decisions for your business. Join Linda Fecteau, Child Care Business Advisor and early childhood expert, to start working on this important business tool.
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Esta sesión está diseñada para proveedores de cuidado infantil familiar.
Todas las empresas deben tener un presupuesto y los programas de cuidado infantil no son una excepción. Ya sea que tu programa se realice en tu casa o en un centro, debes saber cómo estimar tus ingresos y gastos. Durante esta sesión, examinaremos los componentes de un presupuesto, cómo calcular aproximadamente lo que ingresa, lo que gasta y en qué lo gasta. También discutiremos cómo utilizar esta información para tomar decisiones importantes para su negocio. Únase a Linda Fecteau, asesora empresarial de cuidado infantil y experta en la primera infancia, para empezar a trabajar en esta importante herramienta empresarial.

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 investments, access low interest loans, and invest in your success!
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Fundamentos financieros: Introducción al Fondo CT Small Business Boost
El Connecticut Small Business Boost Fund brinda a los propietarios de pequeñas empresas acceso a financiamiento flexible para gastos de capital y capital de trabajo y los conecta con servicios de apoyo. Este fondo fue creado para brindar acceso a capital de trabajo a quienes más lo necesitan. ¡Conozca esta nueva oportunidad, cómo preparar su negocio para aceptar inversiones, acceder a préstamos a bajo interés e invertir en su éxito!

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 7-session course is taught virtually by industry experts in a dynamic peer-to-peer environment and is supported by online tools and decision worksheets to guide you every step of the way.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 295:30pm – 7:30pm
Application Due Date: September 30 by 5pm
Prerequisites:
Be committed to only one business idea that you plan to develop. Able to attend all sessions. Eligible BCC graduates who complete the course and furnish a completed business plan are invited to apply for the WBDC Launch Pad Grant*. This offers newly established businesses the opportunity to receive a $2,500 grant for start-up costs.​ Applicants must complete an application and participate in a pitch competition. A panel of judges determines grant awardees. More details and eligibility requirements can be found here:LaunchPad Grant Program
Fee
$149 – Regular
*Reduced fee scholarship is available(Household size and Income must be shared)

APPLY HERE: Business Concept Clinic – Fall 2024 Application

Business Concept Clinic – Fall 2024
Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 295:30pm – 7:30pm

Fee
$149 – Regular
*Reduced fee scholarship is available(Household size and Income must be shared)

Course description:
This course takes all the guesswork out of making your product/service available to your consumer. It is tailored for small biz owners seeking to understand and maximize their product distribution options. Together we will explore the manydistribution options, both online and offline, helping you determine the best strategies to reach your target market effectively. Learn how to expand your product’s reach and boost sales through informed distribution decisions.
Instructor Bio:
Joy Braddock, WBDC’s Marketing Business Adviser brings with her almost a decade of experience as a small business owner, and over 20 years’ experience in marketing and advertising. As the co-owner of a local brewery, she understands the passion, drive and perseverance needed to start and run a small business. Joy is the co-founder and President of the Bombshell Project, a non-profit on a mission to help women enter and lead in the male-dominated craft brewing industry.

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 Laura Blake,Taylor Bergeron and Sonique Solis to find out how to get started. We have something for individuals at all stages of business – entrepreneurial and financial education services, grants, promotional and community-building opportunities, and much more! Whether you’re thinking about starting a business, are looking to expand your business skills, or are ready to scale, WBDC can help drive your success in a tangible and accessible way.

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, how to start with your “hook,” media creation, and basic editing all from your phone!
Instructor Bio:
Terri Piekara is a social media consultant, Instagram strategist and podcaster who believes deeply in the Three C’s – Communication, Connection and Community. She guides solopreneurs and small business owners to speak authentically about themselves and their businesses through social media.
Social media and social audio are, above all else, social and are most powerful when real conversations are happening. When business owners show up on their social platforms consistently, with value and authenticity, they build their brands, attract new followers, and grow sales.
Terri has a BS degree from Syracuse University. Before joining WBDC, she worked in the airline, retail and small business industries.
When she is not deep diving the latest social platform, Terri can be found listening to podcasts while walking her dog and drinking good coffee.

Calculating Your Time-Space Percentage
Calculating your time-space percentage is an essential part of managing your family child care home, and can help you with your taxes. Join Tanya Kelley as she reviews why this percentage is important and how to calculate it.
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Cálculo de su porcentaje de tiempo-espacio
Calcular su porcentaje de tiempo-espacio es una parte esencial de la gestiónde su hogar de cuidado infantil familiar y puede ayudarlo con sus impuestos.Únase a Tanya Kelley mientras revisa por qué este porcentaje es importante y cómo calcularlo.

¿ Conociendo el Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) por primera vez? Venga a conocer los recursos que ofrecemos a las pequeñas empresas, la mayoría de los cuales se ofrecen sin costo alguno. Únase a Patricia Posada Klapper y Kathy Torres de WBDC para averiguar cómo empezar. Tenemos algo para las personas en todas las etapas del negocio: servicios de educación empresarial y financiera, subvenciones, oportunidades promocionales y de desarrollo comunitario, ¡y mucho más! Ya sea que esté pensando en iniciar un negocio, esté buscando expandir sus habilidades comerciales o esté listo para escalar, WBDC puede ayudarlo a impulsar su éxito de una manera tangible y accesible.

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, naming your business, and registering it with the state and federal government. You’ll learn about the considerations you need to make if you plan to hire employees.By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to turn your business idea into reality.

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, naming your business, and registering it with the state and federal government. You’ll learn about the considerations you need to make if you plan to hire employees.By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to turn your business idea into reality.

Have a great idea for a new business? Come learn how to evaluate your idea to be sure it is a viable business concept. Or, learn how to adapt your idea so that it can become the successful business you’re envisioning. This class is designed for those who are early in their entrepreneurial journey.
This is a highly interactive class where you will be invited to briefly share your business idea. Our business advisor will provide feedback on the considerations you need to make to get started with your idea.

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 a live focus group and actionable feedback. You will leave this course with a comprehensive marketing plan and tactics which you can put in place immediately to help grow your business.
The program is led by knowledgeable WBDC Business Advisors who provide resources, support, and motivation. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable tools that can help bring your business to the next level!
Fee: $149*
Application Required-Apply by Sept 18
Apply Here
A WBDC Business Advisor will be in contact with you to arrange an assessment interview prior to admittance to the course
Course Schedule
Wednesdays,12:00 PM – 1:30 PMOctober 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Nov 6, 13
Sessions/Topics
Session 1 – October 2: Why is a Marketing Plan Critical for Your Business Session 2 – October 9: Knowing Your Competitors Session 3 – October 16: Target Markets, Market Research, and Measuring Success Session 4 – October 23: Your Brand, Your Message and How to Share It Session 5 – October 30: Optimizing Your Digital Marketing Session 6 – November 6: Business Advisory Session 7 – November 13: Your 12-Month Marketing Plan and Peer-to-Peer Review Marketing Plan due by: November 27
Prerequisites:
Been in business for at least 6 months and have a record of sales Actively engaged in marketing activities for your business prior to starting the course Have the ability and commitment to take personal ownership of the marketing responsibilities for your business Willing to fully participate in the program, including attending the sessions and completing all necessary assignments and homework *Reduced-fee scholarships are available to those who qualify based on income guidelines.

Successfully integrating new hires, providing effective supervision, and maintaining a loyal workforce are critical components of a thriving business. In this seminar, you’ll discover how to make new hires feel welcome and prepared, learn tips for being a great supervisor, and find out how to keep your best employees around for the long haul. Whether you’re just starting to build your team or looking to improve your current practices, this seminar will provide valuable insights and practical tools for managing your workforce effectively.
Instructor Bio:
Missy Lafferty has over 15 years of business experience in global media, technology, and financial services companies, serving roles in strategy, operations, and talent acquisition. She has built her career helping industry-leading firms hire in competitive markets and use data to make more informed hiring decisions. Missy previously held roles at Bloomberg and Greenhouse Software, and currently leads Beam Talent, an award-winning talent advisory practice, helping business leaders grow and develop top talent and build high-performing teams. Outside of work, Missy stays busy with her two small children and enjoys hiking and volunteering in her local community.

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 financial advice. Accountant: Keeps accurate financial records, ensures tax compliance, and helps with budgeting. Insurer: Protects your business from risks and unexpected events. Lawyer: Handles legal issues, drafts contracts, and protects intellectual property. By the end of this class, you’ll understand the importance of these professionals and how to work with them to support and grow your business.

When it comes to hiring the first employee or the 50th, many companies struggle to identify, attract, and hire the people needed to help the business grow. You’ll learn how to tell your company’s story to attract job candidates, build a hiring process that selects for best-fit employees, and hire someone great for your team. This series is helpful whether you’re actively hiring or planning to grow your team at some point in the future.
Instructor Bio:
Missy Lafferty has over 15 years of business experience in global media, technology, and financial services companies, serving roles in strategy, operations, and talent acquisition. She has built her career helping industry-leading firms hire in competitive markets and use data to make more informed hiring decisions. Missy previously held roles at Bloomberg and Greenhouse Software, and currently leads Beam Talent, an award-winning talent advisory practice, helping business leaders grow and develop top talent and build high-performing teams. Outside of work, Missy stays busy with her two small children and enjoys hiking and volunteering in her local community.

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 al principio de su viaje empresarial. La clase es interactive donde se le invitara a compartir brevemente su idea de negocio.

Join us on Zoom to learn about theWaterbury/WBDC Small Business Grant Program! The program is designed to help businesses in the City of Waterbury, Connecticut grow! Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability.
This information session will go over the application process and requirements to apply and will include detailed information on how to answer the application questions, as well as time for additional questions.

Join us on Zoom to learn about theWaterbury/WBDC Small Business Grant Program! The program is designed to help businesses in the City of Waterbury, Connecticut grow! Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability.
This information session will go over the application process and requirements to apply and will include detailed information on how to answer the application questions, as well as time for additional questions.

Join us on Zoom to learn about theWaterbury/WBDC Small Business Grant Program! The program is designed to help businesses in the City of Waterbury, Connecticut grow! Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability.
This information session will go over the application process and requirements to apply and will include detailed information on how to answer the application questions, as well as time for additional questions.

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 important documents. This can help you stay organized, and prepare for a grant/loan application. Whether you have a scanner or just a mobile device, explore tools and applications to effectively capture your receipts and other important documents. We’ll also discuss the pros and cons of going digital.
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¿Listo para desbloquear un nuevo nivel de eficiencia para ahorrarle tiempo y dinero?
Únase a Sonique Solis de WBDC para dar el primer paso en la digitalización de sus recibos personales y comerciales, y de sus documentos importantes. Esto puede ayudarle a mantenerse organizado y a prepararse para una solicitud de subvención o préstamo. Ya sea que tenga un escáner o simplemente un dispositivo móvil, explore herramientas y aplicaciones para capturar de manera eficaz sus recibos y otros documentos importantes. También analizaremos los pros y los contras de la digitalización.

Si usted es un aspirante a proveedor de cuidado infantil con licencia de la OEC de Connecticut y está interesado en solicitar los programas de subvención para inicio, expansión o instalaciones de emergencia de cuidado infantil de WBDC, lo invitamos a unirse a esta sesión para obtener orientación sobre cómo preparar sus estados financieros históricos y actuales, así como sus proyecciones financieras. Esta sesión lo guiará a través de la recopilación de sus finanzas y el llenado de las plantillas financieras de la WBDC (¡o utilizando las suyas propias!).
Se encuentra disponible apoyo individualizado adicional a través de una reunión con un asesor comercial de WBDC.
NOTA: Aquellos que actualmente no solicitan una subvención aún pueden tomar esta clase, ya que los conceptos son universales para los proveedores de cuidado infantil.

The Women’s Business Development Council(WBDC)is AGAIN offering grants to qualifiedchild carebusinesses in Connecticutthrough its Child Care Business Opportunity Fund.TheOpportunity Fundis designed to helplicensedand aspiringchild carebusinesses grow!The Fundhas grant programstargeting different stages of business, from start-ups to those ready to expand their business. The next round of grant applications open on August 12th! Join this info session to learn more about eligibility requirements, what the grant can be used for, the application process, and how to get prepared before the applications open!
These grants are made possible through the generous financial support of the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC).

If you are a Connecticut OEC-licensed or aspiring child care provider interested in applying for WBDC’s Child Care Start-up, Expansion, or Emergency Facilities Grant programs, we invite you to join this session to get guidance on preparing your historical & current financial statements, as well as your financial projections. This session will walk you through gathering your financials and filling out the WBDC financial templates (or using your own!).
Additional individualized support is available through a meeting with a WBDC Business Advisor.
NOTE: Those not applying for a grant currently are still welcome to take this class, as the concepts are universal for child care providers.