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. You’re caught between a rock and a hard place. That’s where the Business Growth Accelerator Program (BGAP) comes in! BGAP is designed to […]
In the business world, the right connections can open doors to new opportunities, strategic partnerships, and growth. But networking is more than just exchanging business cards, it’s about building genuine relationships that inspire trust and create long-term value. Join Nelson Merchan, CTSBDC Business Advisor, on Sept. 17 at 12 p.m. to learn: Identify and […]
When you think of business assets, things like cash, inventory, and equipment probably come to mind. But there’s another category of assets that can be just as valuable—your intellectual property(IP). From trade secrets to proprietary processes, these intangible assets can give your business a powerful competitive edge and they must be protected. In this webinar, […]
Join CTSBDC, SBA, and CIC Lending for the second webinar in our series designed to equip you with the information and connections you need to join the American manufacturing resurgence. “Roadmap to Success: SBA Financing for Manufacturers” on Sept.24,at 11:45 a.m.. Sign up now to attend live or receive the recording. Explore key government programs […]
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 […]
Join our hour-long “Understanding the Business Loan Process” webinar with Scott Arnold, CTSBDC Business Advisor on July 16 from 12 – 1 p.m. Designed to help small business owners navigate the loan application process with confidence, this event will give you a clear understanding of what lenders look for, what documents are required, and how […]
Want to learn more about federal and state government agencies working to help manufacturers succeed in Connecticut and bring more manufacturers to our state? Watch the first webinar (now available on-demand) in a three-part series designed to equip you with the information and connections you need to join the American manufacturing resurgence. What you’ll learn […]
Join Shelly Koehler, CTSBDC Business Advisor to get the 411 on financial projections and the resources available to support you as you develop them. Whether you are launching or expanding your business, financial projections play a key role in helping you make decisions about your business and securing grants, loans, or other types of investment. Key […]
Join DAS Contract Analysts, Shelli Orosz and Meg Yetishefsky, and CTSBDC Business Advisor, Valeria Bisceglia, to learn how small or minority-owned businesses in Connecticut can become certified as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) or Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and unlock opportunities through state contracting. What you will learn: Eligibility requirements for SBE and MBE certification […]
Want to learn more about federal and state government agencies working to help manufacturers succeed in Connecticut and bring more manufacturers to our state? Watch the first webinar (now available on-demand) in a three-part series designed to equip you with the information and connections you need to join the American manufacturing resurgence. What you’ll learn […]