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11/04/2024

Managing Money in Your Business – December Cohort

Virtual Program: December 3,5,10,12 (6 PM -7:30 PM) As a small business owner, you understand the importance of being ready for opportunities when they arise. Whether you are looking to apply for a loan, grant, or credit line, having a good handle on your numbers increases your chances of approval and favorable terms. In this […]

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10/17/2024

Optimizing Operations and Supply Chain: Strategies to Boost Efficiency (November 19)

Live webinar event: November 19, 11 AM – 12 PM Are you a service or manufacturing entrepreneur looking to improve how your business runs day to day? Struggling with high costs, quality control, customer satisfaction, or inefficiencies in your business or supply chain? This webinar is here to help! We’ll guide you through key strategies […]

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10/15/2024

Managing Money in Your Business – November Cohort

Virtual Program:  Starting on October 29 (Four Tuesdays 6 PM -7:30 PM) As a small business owner, you understand the importance of being ready for opportunities when they arise. Whether you are looking to apply for a loan, grant, or credit line, having a good handle on your numbers increases your chances of approval and […]

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10/11/2024

Access to Capital: Meet SBA Lenders (November 15)

Access to Capital: Meet SBA Lenders! When: November 15,9 am to 12 pm Where: CT State Community College Naugatuck Valley, 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT, Waterbury Attention: small businesses, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and existing businesses. Come and discover what SBA Lenders have to offer regarding access to capital.  Meet with banks and mission-based, non-profit lenders. Learn […]

FREE RESOURCES TO PROTECT YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY WEBINAR ON NOVEMBER 14, 2024 FROM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
10/11/2024

Free Resources to Safeguard Your Intellectual Property (November 14)

Live webinar event: November 14, 11 AM – 12 PM There are many things to protect in your small business, from your cash to how you use your time. However, small business owners often ignore the potential of intellectual property as an asset to protect their business. Join us and a representative from the U.S. […]

Webinar Series: Exit, Succession Planning & Employee Ownership Options - Nov 7 and Nov XX - from 11 to 12pm
10/11/2024

Webinar Series: Exit, Succession Planning & Employee Ownership Options (November 7 & 12)

Live webinar event: November 7 & 12, 11 AM – 12 PM Join us for this two-part webinar series to consider the various options available to exit your business. It’s never too early to think about what might be best for you! November 7: Where to start? Have you thought about exiting your business, but […]

Cyber-Resilience in Manufacturing: Protecting the Backbone of Your Business
10/08/2024

Cyber-Resilience in Manufacturing: Protecting the Backbone of Your Business (October 24)

Live webinar event: October 24, 11 AM – 12 PM The manufacturing industry is one of the most attractive targets for cyber attackers. Often dubbed the backbone of global economies, manufacturers play a pivotal role in the production of essential goods and services. This significance makes it an alluring target for cybercriminals seeking financial gain. […]

This image is a flyer promoting a free, virtual webinar titled "Entrepreneurship for International Students" happening on Wednesday, October 23, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM EDT via Webex. The flyer includes a photo of five people in a classroom setting, taking notes and listening attentively. The event is free, and registration is available through a link provided on the flyer.
09/25/2024

Entrepreneurship for International Students (October 23)

Live webinar event: October 23, 10 AM – 11:30 AM If you’re an international student wanting to start a business but unsure about your immigration status and its implications, this webinar is for you! Join Immigration Attorney Dana Bucin and CTSBDC Business Advisor Greg Lewis as they discuss immigration options available to international student entrepreneurs and […]

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09/23/2024

Managing Money in Your Business – October Cohort [In-Person]

In-Person Program:  Starting on October 1 (Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6 PM -7:30 PM) As a small business owner, you understand the importance of being ready for opportunities when they arise. Whether you are looking to apply for a loan, grant, or credit line, having a good handle on your numbers increases your chances of approval […]

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09/23/2024

Managing Money in Your Business – October Cohort [In-Person]

In-Person Program:  Starting on October 1 (Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6 PM -7:30 PM) As a small business owner, you understand the importance of being ready for opportunities when they arise. Whether you are looking to apply for a loan, grant, or credit line, having a good handle on your numbers increases your chances of approval […]

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November 4, 2024

Connecticut’s 3rd Access to Capital Event to Connect Small Businesses with SBA Lenders

Waterbury, CT — November 4, 2024 — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), in collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Connecticut District and CT State Community College Naugatuck Valley, is pleased to announce the Access to Capital: Meet SBA Lenders event. This in-person event, taking place on November 15, 2024, from 9:00 […]

October 24, 2024

Connecticut Small Business Development Center to Host Free Virtual Webinars in November for Small Business Owners

East Hartford, CT — October 24, 2024 — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is pleased to announce a lineup of free webinars throughout November, designed to empower Connecticut’s small business community with essential resources and expert insights. Running from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, these virtual sessions cover critical topics that will help […]

August 6, 2024

CTSBDC Honors Business Advisor Scott Arnold as 2024 State Star

Connecticut Small Business Development Center is proud to announce that Scott Arnold has been selected as the 2024 State Star! This prestigious award, given annually, recognizes a member of the CTSBDC staff who has demonstrated exemplary performance and a strong commitment to small business success. Scott Arnold is a results-oriented Finance and Economic/Community Development professional […]

June 13, 2024

CTSBDC Participates in West Haven’s First Small Business Forum, Receives Overwhelming Attendance

Mayor Dorinda Borer and the city’s Economic Development Commission presented the first forum of its kind for small-business owners at West Haven High School on Tuesday, June 11. With more than 100 business owners in attendance, the forum consisted of speakers from local, state, and federal agencies sharing the resources available for businesses to thrive. As […]

June 5, 2024

Meet Your Dream Lender with SBA and CTSBDC

Bankers and business owners by the dozens gathered at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business on the morning of June 4 for the “Capital Matchmaker” event hosted by the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Connecticut Small Business Development Council (CTSBDC). Modeled after a speed dating event, representatives of banks sat at tables in one of […]

June 4, 2024

Hadley Rosen Teams Up with CTSBDC to Launch Chocolena in West Hartford

Hadley Rosen, a 15-year resident of West Hartford, has teamed up with her dad and launched the chocolate business Chocolena, which is renting kitchen space at GastroPark and has had regular pop-ups there as well. Rosen said she and her husband Todd (a wealth manager at May, Bonee, and Clark), have two children at Braeburn School, […]

May 1, 2024

CTSBDC Welcomes Murray Gates as New Agricultural Business Advisor

Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) proudly announces the newest addition to its team, Murray Gates, who joins as the Agricultural Business Advisor. With extensive experience and a passion for agriculture, Murray Gates brings a wealth of knowledge to CTSBDC. In his role as Agricultural Business Advisor, Murray will provide personalized guidance and resources to […]