Join Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union and WEDC to celebrate National Entrepreneurship Week!
Come join us for a Small Business Networking Event.
This is a limited capacity event.
Masks and proof of vaccination required.
Online classes start Tuesday, February 15th, 2022. Sessions will be held primarily on Tuesday evenings 6pm - 9pm and one Saturday Class* on February 19th, 9am - 2pm via Zoom. If you have an idea for a business, some experience in the field, or have started a business, then this course is right for you! WEDC’s professional […]
Learn how to communicate who you are in photos, reels and video!
Session 1 Topics:
Communicating through Style- What does your image say about you?
Psychology of Color- How color is perceived and what it means
Tailored to Fit- ABC’s of Style: Accentuate, Balance, Camouflage
Your Personality Profile- Polished and authentic
Style Tips- What not to wear
Learn how to successfully market your products and services online.
Participants in this three-part bootcamp will create their own social media strategy and present it for peer & professional feedback.
Part I: Thursday, March 10, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Part II: Thursday, March 17, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Part III: Thursday, March 24, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
In honor of Women's History Month, WEDC is co-sponsoring: How She Started It: Three Entrepreneurs Share Their Stories. Learn how three successful entrepreneurs launched and grew their businesses. Get answers to your questions. Connect with women business owners. Discover what inspired them to start a business; how their priorities have changed; how they overcame challenges; how they raised money; what […]
Learn why video content is the most powerful digital marketing material you should be focused on. Gain insights on the types of videos that will engage your audience. Discover ways you can include video as a part of your marketing strategy. Learn the basics of creating a well crafted video: a simple recipe for a DIY approach.
Session 2 Topics:
2021 statistics on video content in marketing
Types of video content to engage your audience
Building a video marketing strategy
Basics of a well crafted video
DIY Approach: Recipe for a simple video you can make
Working with a production company
Q&A
In this session you will learn about two popular video formats/platforms, Instagram Reels and YouTube, and how to leverage them for greater online visibility. Session 3 Topics: What is an Instagram Reel? Creating a Reel on Instagram Ensure your Reel gets seen What kinds of videos work best for YouTube? Uploading a video to YouTube […]
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 Business Profile, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Ads, and more.
In this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for:
• Improving your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results, on all devices
• Creating a free Google Business Profile
• Advertising your business on Google
Join us as we celebrate the contributions of women in our community!
Small businesses networking event.
Has your small business or start-up organization taken off? Are you looking for help to support your work?
As your small business or start-up grows, you must consider several factors as you look to hire a new team member, whether it be obtaining an identification number or creating a fair compensation plan.
Join expert attorneys for a free webinar to discuss what you should know about hiring your first employee or contractor in New York state.
Join us on Thursday, March 31st for an in-person networking event where you will have the opportunity to connect with local business owners and learn ways to grow your business.
$10 ticket includes Continental Breakfast.
Register today!
Guest Speakers:
Bob Giordano, Yorktown Small Business Administration and Nikki A. Hahn, WEDC
Small businesses can benefit greatly from publicity. This workshop is focused on how to share your story from multiple points of view. Together, we'll create a story that positions you as an expert and aligns with editorial calendars for increased media exposure and keep you top of mind.Key Takeaways:Stop pitching and learn how to share your storyReframe your pitch into a compelling whyCreate a framework for storytelling that is impactful and relevantLeave with actionable items to create valuable content to help you stay top of mind*Important Note: To allow for a high level of interaction, this virtual workshop will be in a Zoom Meetings format (it is not a webinar). Places are limited and participants must be prepared to be on screen and actively participating for the duration.
