News and Events

October 15, 2023

CTSBDC and the SBA Connecticut District Office Announce First Capital Matchmaker Event in Connecticut

The CT Small Business Development Center and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)  are hosting the first Connecticut Capital Matchmaker Event, on Wednesday, November 1st at the Southern Connecticut State University School of Business, New Haven, CT. The Capital Matchmaker event is a unique opportunity for small business owners to engage directly with SBA lenders, […]

Business people gathered - CT Capital Matchmaker 2023
October 6, 2023

2023 Connecticut Capital Matchmaker (Nov. 1)

Schedule One-on-One Meetings with Connecticut SBA Lenders! When: Nov. 1, 8:15 am to 12:30 pm Where: New Haven, CT The Small Business Administration Connecticut District Office and the CT Small Business Development Center invite you to join us for this in-person event in New Haven.  A unique Capital Matchmaker in-person event, connecting business owners seeking […]

From left to right: CTSBDC Business Advisor and 2023 State Star Michelle Augustyn and CTSBDC State Director Joe Ercolano.
September 22, 2023

Connecticut Small Business Development Center Recognizes Michelle Augustyn as 2023 ASBDC State Star

Each year, the America’s Small Business Development Center (ASBDC) recognizes excellence among the nationwide SBDC network. This year, Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) is pleased to announce that Business Advisor Michelle Augustyn has been chosen as “State Star” by her colleagues at CTSBDC. The 63 Small Business Development Centers consider their State Stars, like […]

Webinar Series: Exit, Succession Planning, and Employee Ownership Options
September 22, 2023

Webinar Series: Exit, Succession Planning & Employee Ownership (Oct. 19)

Join us for this three-part webinar series to consider the various options available to exit your business. It’s never too early to think about what might be best for you! All sessions take place from 11 AM to 12 PM Session 1: Where to Start?  →  October 19, 2023 Have you thought about exiting your […]

Webinar Series: Exit, Succession Planning, and Employee Ownership Options
September 22, 2023

Webinar Series: Exit, Succession Planning & Employee Ownership (Oct. 19)

Join us for this three-part webinar series to consider the various options available to exit your business. It’s never too early to think about what might be best for you! All sessions take place from 11 AM to 12 PM Session 1: Where to Start?  →  October 19, 2023 Have you thought about exiting your […]

September 20, 2023

Learn about Federal Innovation Grants – Free event (Oct. 10)

Do you have a unique idea or innovative technology & need research funding to launch? The event goes from 5:30 pm to 8 pm Network and connect with the CT Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Consortium. Our services and offerings are aimed at helping entrepreneurs get the assistance and […]

Small Business Two-Part Series on Reducing Risk and Understanding Funding Opportunities
August 31, 2023

Reducing Risk & Understanding Funding Opportunities [Webinar Recordings]

This is a recording of the live webinar event held on 8.15.2023  and 8.29.2023 In partnership with the Tolland County Chamber, the CT Small Business Development Center brings you a two-part series to help your small business level up. Session 1:   →  August 15, 2023 The first session will cover Reducing Risk. When managing a […]

August 26, 2023

Black Business Month Celebration Held in Bridgeport

People in Bridgeport on Thursday celebrated Black Business Month with an empowering event for entrepreneurs. It was held at the Housatonic Community College. There were inspiring panels and networking opportunities for Black entrepreneurs. The panel discussions provided insight for new business owners, on how to start and grow their business. “Unfortunately, a lot of businesses […]

Hispanic Heritage Month Taller 2023
August 11, 2023

Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana (Sep. 27)

En honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana (Hispanic Heritage Month), los SBDC de New York y Connecticut te invitamos a participar en nuestro Taller Virtual donde abordaremos temas clave para emprendedores hispanos. Aprenderás valiosas estrategias y consejos prácticos para iniciar y hacer crecer tu negocio. En este taller virtual, exploraremos los siguientes temas: Cómo […]

Black Business Month Event, Bridgeport Conn., August 2023
July 28, 2023

Black Business Month – Empowering Entrepreneurs (Aug. 24)

The Southern Connecticut Black Chamber, Bridgeport OIC, SCORE, and CT Small Business Development Center invite you to join us for this in-person event honoring Black Business Month, designed to empower you as a business owner and entrepreneur to tap into a resource bonanza. Join us in Bridgeport, Conn., for a panel presentation introducing you to […]