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The image shows a tablet with interconnected icons representing business and technology concepts, such as finance, transportation, and manufacturing, on a blue background. The "America's SBDC Connecticut" logo is in the top-left corner.This image is perfect for the January 30, 2025, webinar: "Kickstart Your Startup with a Lean Business Model", as it visually represents innovation, connectivity, and essential business concepts—all key themes for startup success.
January 30, 2025

Kickstart Your Startup with a Lean Business Model [Webinar Recording]

 This is a recording of the live webinar event held on 1.30.25 Description  Startup Founders and Newer Business Owners Need to Make Sure They Build Their Businesses on a Strong Foundation – a Solid Business Model Guest Speaker: Jim Jackson, CTSBDC Business Advisor Learn how to leverage the Lean Business Canvas and specific approaches to developing […]

cybersmart entrepreneurs PROTECTING your small business
January 30, 2025

PAST EVENT. Cybersmart Entrepreneurs: Protecting Your Small Business (February 27, 2025)

Live webinar event: February 27, 2025, from 11 AM – 12 PM Description  Best Practices to Keep Your Business and Customers Safe! Speaker: Valeria Bisceglia, CTSBDC Business Advisor Guest Speaker: Meredith Glasgow, CT APEX Procurement Specialist Tailored exclusively for small business owners, this webinar will guide you through the essential cybersecurity principles. By the end […]

CTSBDC webinar March 5, 2025 Reducing Risk Mary Kay Della Camera
January 29, 2025

PAST EVENT. Reducing Risk & Ensuring Compliance: Essential Regulations for New & Existing Businesses (March 5, 2025)

Live webinar event: March 5, 2025, from 12 PM – 1 PM Description  Get Your Business on Track: Key Tips for Compliance! Guest Speaker: Mary Kay Della Camera, CTSBDC Business Advisor This webinar is designed to help small business owners navigate essential requirements and regulations. We’ll guide you in understanding key requirements, including those from the […]

Small Business Lending Expo (March 27)
January 26, 2025

CTSBDC Announces Small Business Lending Expo on March 27, 2025

East Hartford, CT — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), SBA- Connecticut, and Central Connecticut State University will host a Small Business Lending Expo on March 27, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 39 Ella Grasso Blvd, New Britain CT. 06053 This in-person event is designed for small businesses, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and […]

SBIR/STTR Accelerator
January 23, 2025

PAST EVENT. SBIR/STTR Accelerator February – April Cohort

Accelerator: Current Cohort: Feb 25 – April 1 (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 II […]

January 22, 2025

CTSBDC Client and UConn Alum Hayley Segar to Appear on ABC’s Shark Tank

East Hartford, CT — January 22, 2025 — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is proud to announce that one of its clients, Hayley Segar, will appear on ABC’s Shark Tank on Friday, January 24, at 8 p.m. Segar, a University of Connecticut alum and founder of the swimwear brand onewith, is set to […]

Managing Money in Your Business Program - Feb Cohort
January 15, 2025

PAST EVENT. Managing Money in Your Business – February Cohort “Financial Essentials”

Virtual Program: February 5,11,19,26 (6 PM -7:30 PM) A 4-session interactive course designed to empower small business owners with practical financial insights and tools. Learn key financial concepts and terms, track cash flow, report finances, and understand the importance of business credit. After completing this course you will:  Understand key strategies for revenue generation and […]

The image shows a tablet with interconnected icons representing business and technology concepts, such as finance, transportation, and manufacturing, on a blue background. The "America's SBDC Connecticut" logo is in the top-left corner.This image is perfect for the January 30, 2025, webinar: "Kickstart Your Startup with a Lean Business Model", as it visually represents innovation, connectivity, and essential business concepts—all key themes for startup success.
January 10, 2025

PAST EVENT. Kickstart Your Startup with a Lean Business Model (January 30, 2025)

Live webinar event: January 30, 2025, from 11 AM – 12 PM Description  Startup Founders and Newer Business Owners Need to Make Sure They Build Their Businesses on a Strong Foundation – a Solid Business Model Guest Speaker: Jim Jackson, CTSBDC Business Advisor Learn how to leverage the Lean Business Canvas and specific approaches to […]

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November 14, 2024

Optimizing Operations and Supply Chain: Strategies to Boost Efficiency (November 19) [Webinar Recording]

 This is a recording of the live webinar event held on 11.19.24 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 […]

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

Safeguard Your Intellectual Property [Webinar Recording]

 This is a recording of the live webinar event held on 11.14.24 Description  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 […]