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A promotional image for CTSBDC's "Get Certified: Doing Business with the State of Connecticut" workshop on November 3, 2026.
June 11, 2026

Get Certified: Doing Business With the State

No-cost Online November 3, 12 p.m. REGISTER Expand your company’s reach and visibility through the Department of Administration Services (DAS) Small Business Certification program. In this workshop you will learn how to do business with the State of Connecticut and take advantage of certification benefits designed to help local businesses compete, connect, and grow. Certification […]

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June 10, 2026

Financiando tu Negocio: Lo Que Todo Emprendedor Debe Saber Para Lanzar un Negocio en CT

No-Cost In-Person Oct. 29, 2026 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Hartford Public Library, 500 Main St, Hartford CT  Street Parking/Garage Parking Nearby REGISTER ¿Necesitas financiamiento para tu negocio? Este taller te ayudará a entender cómo piensan los prestamistas, qué documentos y perfiles se evalúan, y cómo prepararte para tener más oportunidades de obtener un préstamo, […]

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June 9, 2026

Starting a Business – October 21

No-cost Online October 21, 12 p.m. REGISTER 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 concept to the regulatory questions you’ve never even thought about, this interactive session is designed to help new […]

A group of UConn students, professors, CTSBDC advisors, and Cricket Press staff on campus
May 27, 2026

Cricket Press Taps UConn Students to Explore AI-Driven Growth Strategies

Sometimes all it takes is a fresh perspective to unlock new growth. Through a recent collaboration between the UConn School of Business and the Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), Cricket Press—a West Hartford staple since 1971—gained valuable insights from some of UConn’s top business students, opening the door to new opportunities and ideas. As […]

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May 21, 2026

Protect Your Business in 2026: Simple Steps to Reduce Online Risks

No-Cost Online October 15, 2026 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. REGISTER Your business depends on trusted relationships, important information, and the ability to stay connected. A suspicious email, online scam, or compromised account can disrupt all three. Join the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Connecticut Small Business Development Center for a practical […]

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May 20, 2026

Funding Your Business

No-Cost In-Person October 9, 2026 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Hartford Public Library, 500 Main St., Hartford, CT Street Parking/Garage Parking Nearby REGISTER Designed to help small business owners navigate the loan and grant application process with confidence, this event will give you a clear understanding of what lenders look for, what documents are required, […]

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May 19, 2026

Fortalece tu Negocio: Serie de 3 talleres sobre los aspectos esenciales de un negocio

Ya sea que estés comenzando o que busques fortalecer un negocio existente, esta serie de talleres te brindará conocimientos y herramientas prácticas para atraer y fidelizar clientes, fortalecer tu presencia digital y proteger legalmente tu negocio. Participa en estas tres sesiones y adquiere una base sólida para tomar mejores decisiones y seguir creciendo! Los participantes […]

promotional image for "the ins and Outs of Buying & Selling a Business" workshop on September 24
May 19, 2026

The Ins and Outs of Buying or Selling a Business

ACCESS THE RECORDING Have you thought about buying a business, selling your business, or planning for a future transition, but are not sure where to start? Whether you are considering selling to an outside buyer, passing the business on to a family member, selling to employees, or purchasing an existing business, this webinar will help […]

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May 17, 2026

Iniciando Tu Negocio: Lo Que Necesitas Saber Para Lanzar un Negocio en CT

REGISTER ¿Quieres empezar un negocio en Connecticut en 2026 y no sabes por dónde comenzar? En este taller aprenderás los pasos clave para iniciar tu negocio, desde la preparación inicial, plan de negocio y proyecciones financieras, hasta licencias, estructura legal y requisitos para estar en regla. También conocerás qué buscan los prestamistas y recibirás listas […]

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May 16, 2026

Preparing to Access Capital

  ACCESS THE RECORDING Applying for a business loan can feel overwhelming—but the more you understand the process, the better prepared you’ll be to navigate it successfully. Join this online workshop to learn what lenders look for, how to build a strong loan application package, and what steps you can take now to improve your […]