Local Workshops and Events

Starting a brick & mortar retail business can be an overwhelming experience. Read more

The right plan can help you turn great ideas into great products and services and keep bad ideas from losing you money. Read more

Learn how to take advantage of the federal government’s 8(a) business development program, which is designed to provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially Read more

This workshop covers the basics of a compliant accounting system for federal government contractors. Read more

Your business plan is a key to starting a business, getting a loan or raising money from investors. This workshop helps you prepare a professional business plan. Read more

Should you spend 1 hour per day on social media or 10 hours per week? How do you decide which platforms to use in your social media strategy? Read more

This workshop is designed for newly-certified 8(a) companies and those companies that have been in the program but wish to better utilize their certification. Read more

In this “how to” workshop you will learn: • Why sell online? • Is your product right for ecommerce? • What are different types of electronic marketplaces? Read more

Subjects include an overview of Federal acquisition processes and the procurement cycle, preparing effective proposals, the fundamentals of properly executing Federal contracts and Read more

This workshop seeks to assist individuals in learning how to respond to a federal request for proposal (RFP). Read more

A well-thought-out marketing plan is arguably the lifeblood of any business, generating initial business and then keeping the stream of customers coming over the life of the enter Read more

Buying a business can be scary, especially if you've never done it before. It may be the largest purchase you will ever make. Read more