This is a recording of the live webinar event held on 4.23.25 Speakers: Michelle Augustyn and Shelly Koehler, CTSBDC Business Advisors Description Session 1: Where to Start? Have you considered exiting your business but are unsure where to start? Do you want to sell to an outside buyer, pass the business on to a family member, or sell to […]
This is a recording of the live webinar event held on 4.17.25 Description Basic requirements to successfully access capital and scale your business! Guest Speaker: Jon Carlisle, CTSBDC Business Advisor This webinar is designed to help small business owners understand “what”, “why,” and “how” their credit and financial profile can affect the outcome of a […]
East Hartford, CT — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is proud to announce that several of its clients have been honored as recipients of the 2025 U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Connecticut Small Business Week Awards, including one recognized at both the state and New England regional levels. These awards celebrate small business […]
Meet SBA Lenders When: June 3, from 9 am to 12 pm Where: Connecticut State Community College -Three Rivers – 574 New London Tpke., Norwich, CT 06360 This is an in-person event. Attention small businesses, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and existing businesses. Come interact with SBA lenders and learn what they have to offer regarding access to […]
East Hartford, CT – The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is proud to present a series of free, 60-minute virtual webinars this spring, designed to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with the tools and knowledge needed to start, grow, and succeed in today’s competitive landscape. Led by experienced CTSBDC business advisors, these engaging […]
Live webinar event: July 16, 2025, from 12 PM – 1 PM Description Join our 60-Minute Virtual Business Plan Masterclass! Guest Speaker: Scott Arnold, CTSBDC Business Advisor This webinar is designed to help small business owners navigate the loan application process with confidence. You will gain a clear understanding of what lenders look for, what […]
Webinario: 29 de mayo 2025, de 12 PM – 1:30 PM Construye un Crédito Personal y de Negocios Sólido Idioma: Español Persona de Contacto: Pilar Illanes, Coordinadora Un paso clave para todo recién llegado/a que quiere iniciar un negocio en Connecticut. Invitada: Helen Paulino-Weiss, Gerente de Sucursal AVP, KeyBank En este webinar aprenderás: Cómo los pequeñas […]
Live webinar event: May 29, 2025, from 6 PM – 7 PM Description Startup Founders and Newer Business Owners Need to Make Sure They Have a Strong Credit Foundation Guest Speaker: Stephen Robert, CEO Bedrock Credit America Your credit is more than a number. It’s your key to funding, opportunities, and financial stability. Whether you’re […]
Accelerator: Current Cohort: May 20 – June 24 (6 Tuesdays) 12:00 – 1:30 PM Via Webex. The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs provide grants to eligible companies to help them conduct research & develop and work to commercialize their innovations. The Phase I ($50k – $250k), and the Phase […]
Live webinar event: May 7, 2025, from 12 PM – 1 PM Description Join our 60-Minute Virtual Business Plan Masterclass! Guest Speaker: Christine Sullivan, CTSBDC Business Advisor Learn how to craft a solid business plan that sets you up for success! Whether you’re a startup entrepreneur or refining your existing business, this class will give […]