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December 19, 2025

New Year, New Business: What You Need to Know About Starting a Business in 2026

Free – Online January 28, 12 p.m. Spots Limited REGISTER Is your New Year’s Resolution to finally start the small business you’ve been dreaming of? Join Connecticut Small Business Development Center Business Advisor Mary Kay Della Camera to learn more about what it takes to launch a business in Connecticut in 2026. From refining your […]

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August 23, 2025

Business Growth Accelerator Program

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. That’s where the Business Growth Accelerator Program (BGAP) comes in! BGAP is designed to give business owners the expert guidance and practical solutions […]

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July 8, 2025

SBIR/STTR Accelerator – Applications Open

Calling all CT-based innovators!  Are you planning to pursue an SBIR/STTR grant this year? Don’t undertake this highly competitive process alone – join CTSBDC’s SBIR/STTR Accelerator to get closer to submitting a successful grant proposal. If you can commit to six weekly, online sessions the SBIR/STTR Accelerator can help you get a leg up on […]

March 2, 2024

Business Finance Program: Your Key to Success

For Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs Live webinar event: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 11 AM – 1 PM Join the Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) for this FREE 4-session virtual course that will provide small businesses with the knowledge and tools to manage their businesses’ financials successfully. This program is open to businesses […]