Is Your Website Putting You on the Hook? CT Privacy Law Basics for Owners, Plus 2026 Changes
No-cost Online April 16, 11 a.m. REGISTER Many small businesses assume that privacy laws apply only to large companies. Connecticut’s privacy law says otherwise, especially as the law expands on July 1, 2026. In this webinar, we focus on the real-world places where risk shows up for small businesses: website tracking, ad pixels and retargeting, […]
Starting a Business
No-cost Online April 7, 12 p.m. REGISTER Join Connecticut Small Business Development Center Business Advisor Jim Jackson to learn more about what it takes to launch a business in Connecticut in 2026. From refining your concept to the regulatory questions you’ve never even thought about, this interactive session is designed to help new or aspiring […]
AI Pitch Competition: Applications Open
No-cost In-person Deadline: April 3 Finalist Notifications: April 10 Pitch Competition: May 6, 5:30– 8:30 p.m. APPLY Do you have a practical, high‑impact idea for how AI — paired with expert support — could transform your business? The CTSBDC AI Pitch Competition is your opportunity to bring that idea to life. This in‑person showcase invites […]
Pitch Bootcamp
No-cost Online April 8 & 22, 12 – 1:30 p.m. REGISTER Build your pitch. Boost your skills. Bring your A-game. Have you ever wanted to enter a pitch competition but don’t feel you’re ready? Join CTSBDC Advisor Christine Sullivan for this two-part online learning opportunity to perfect your pitch. From an attention-grabbing deck to pitching […]
Financiando tu nuevo negocio: Lo que todo emprendedor debe saber
Gratuita Online April 2, 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. REGISTRATE Las personas que están comenzando un negocio o que lo han iniciado recientemente suelen preguntarse de dónde pueden obtener financiamiento para impulsarlo en esta etapa inicial. Sin embargo, más que centrarse únicamente en conseguir dinero, todo dueño de negocio debe definir cuánto necesita, para qué […]
Contract Ready: A Checklist for Doing Business with the State and Tips for Navigating CT Source
No-cost Online May 19, 2026, 12 p.m. REGISTER The State of Connecticut purchases everything from catering and construction services to gasoline and guiderails—and your business could be part of it. In this session, the Department of Administrative Services will offer a practical, step‑by‑step overview of how to become contract‑ready, including the benefits of pursuing state […]
Business Lending Expo – Cromwell, CT
In-person No-cost March 26, 9 a.m. – noon Meet over 25 SBA lenders and explore financing options for your business needs. Small business owners can discuss working capital, short and long-term financing, fixed assets and more. Join SBA, CTSBDC, and a variety of lenders and community organizations at Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell (4 Sebethe […]
Business Growth Accelerator Program
Free – Online Dates: April 28 & 30, May 5, 7, 12, 14, 19 & 21 Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. REGISTER As a small business owner, every day feels like a challenge. You’re working longer hours… managing cash flow… chasing new customers… but no matter how hard you push forward, you feel… stuck. […]