Reach Customers Online with Google

Join WEDC and Grow with Google speaker, Petia Abdur- Razzaaq, to learn how your business can be found online with Google.  This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website's visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO).  The session also introduces products like Google My Business, Google Trends, Search Console, Google […]

Free

Free Headshots

Neptune Road Building - Conference Room A 3 Neptune Road, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

We are not accepting walk-ins.  There is limited availability. You work hard to start and grow your businesses and since most contacts see you online, WEDC is partnering with Laurie Spens Photography to provide you with free, professional headshots!  You will also be provided with information on how to use your headshot on platforms such […]

MWBE Certification- Demystified

MWBE certification helps you reach a broader network of customers, contracts and resources.  In partnership with Family Services SNUG, we are hosting this online workshop to provide you with everything you need to know about the MWBE certification process. Webinar Topics: What is MWBE certification? The benefits of certification Am I eligible to apply? What […]

Free

Manufacturing 101: What You Need to Know to Compete

Must attend both online sessions from 6pm to 9pm:  Session 1: Wednesday, June 16, 2021 Session 2: Wednesday, June 23, 2021 This workshop will discuss:  Understanding micro-manufacturing and its impact on your business Prototyping for success The technologies available and where to go Software and management tools to help decision-making Unconventional options for financing your […]

$29.95

How to Apply for the NYS Recovery Grant Program

The NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations who have experienced economic hardship due the COVID-19 pandemic. Who Is Eligible? Small businesses, Micro-businesses and For-profit independent arts and cultural organizations must be currently viable […]

Free

How to Apply for the NYS Recovery Grant Program

The NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations who have experienced economic hardship due the COVID-19 pandemic. Who Is Eligible? Small businesses, Micro-businesses and For-profit independent arts and cultural organizations must be currently viable […]

Free

Marketing from the Ashes: How to Drive a Post-COVID Comeback

Session 1: Wednesday, August 11, 2021 from 6pm to 8pm Session 2: Wednesday, August 18, 2021 from 6pm to 8pm Session 3: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 6pm to 8pm Sharpen your brand, streamline your website and get found online with this branding and marketing bootcamp.  Developed specifically for businesses looking to make a comeback […]

$15.00

How to Apply for the NYS Recovery Grant Program

The NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations who have experienced economic hardship due the COVID-19 pandemic. Who Is Eligible? Small businesses, Micro-businesses and For-profit independent arts and cultural organizations must be currently viable […]

Free

Three Things to Know Before Certification

Are you a woman/minority owned business interested in certification?  This webinar will provide you with tips to build the foundation necessary to succeed as an MWBE before starting the application process.  Find out if you are ready for government procurement. Topics: When is your business ready for certification? What is past performance? How to prepare your […]

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MWBE Certification- Demystified

MWBE certification helps you reach a broader network of customers, contracts and resources.  This webinar will provide you with all you need to know about the MWBE certification process. Topics: What is MWBE certification? The benefits of certification Am I eligible to apply? What is the certification process? Speaker: Zacha Tuttle, MWBE Specialist, WEDC

Free

We Own It: An Introduction to Cooperative Businesses

Topics for this online workshop: Introduction to the Cooperative Business Model, 7 guiding principles and a brief history of cooperatives Local and regional examples of successful cooperative businesses Exploring the differences between traditional and cooperative business models (taxes, entity, governance models, profit sharing) Why consider the cooperative model? Questions to consider when thinking about financing […]

Free

Optimize Your Presence in an Ever-Changing Social Media Landscape

3-Part Online Series October 12th, 19th and 26th: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Note: Participants must attend all three sessions. COVID-19 and its continuing aftermath has necessitated strategic pro-active engagement in social media by small business owners.  Join this bootcamp presented by experts in the field to "up" your social media game. Session 1: What’s New, Next […]

$15.00
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