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 […]
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 […]
NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program was made to help small businesses just like yours. Now expanded for businesses with revenues up to $2.5M and PPP loans up to $250K. What is it? The NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program (the “Program”) was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently […]
3-Part Online Series November 3rd, 10th and 17th: 6:00pm - 8:00pm Note: Participants must attend all three sessions. Many businesses were blindsided by the pandemic and by not having strong financial records to apply for recovery relief programs. Do you find that the following describes you? Don't have money in your bank account available when […]
In this online workshop, certified MWBE businesses will learn how to best connect with government contracting opportunities to leverage their certification. Learning Outcomes: Where to find contracting opportunities Marketing yourself as an MWBE Speaker: Zacha Tuttle, WEDC's MWBE Specialist
Point of Sale Systems increase annual revenue and develop customer loyalty. Connect with us to start growing your business today! Topics: How to start Exploring the benefits Software and equipment options Maximizing reports Resources will be provided to learn more about Square, Shopify and Etsy.
What do you need to start a successful business? Get introduced to small business ownership through this content-rich, free, two-hour online presentation. Workshop Topics: Characteristics of a successful entrepreneur Criteria for a successful business Planning to start your business Financing your new business How WEDC can help you
In this workshop, we will cover the history of Shopify, how it works to help businesses sell and scale, and gain an understanding of the costs involved. Then we will take a deep dive into what it takes to build your own online store from different plan types and choosing a theme to adding products […]
Square revolutionized payments in 2009 with Square Reader, making it possible for anyone to accept card payments using a smartphone or tablet. Today, we’re a partner to sellers of all sizes – Sellers just starting out, as well as merchants who began selling with Square and have grown larger over time and even large, enterprise-scale […]
What do you need to start a successful business? Get introduced to small business ownership through this content-rich, free, two-hour online presentation. Workshop Topics: Characteristics of a successful entrepreneur Criteria for a successful business Planning to start your business Financing your new business How WEDC can help you
Etsy is the creative marketplace where millions of shoppers spend billions each year purchasing directly from creative entrepreneurs like you. Join us on Zoom to learn more about this powerful marketplace! Workshop Topics: What is Etsy? Is Etsy right for my business? How do I get started? Tips and Tricks Live demonstration by power user, […]
What is it? 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 to the COVID-19 pandemic. Who is eligible? Small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations […]
