WEDC - Westchester

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.

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.

WEDC + Ossining Innovates! are launching Cohort 4 of our Inclusive Entrepreneurship Accelerator. The program will begin on Thursday evening April 28th. 

Are you in the early stages of starting your own business or non-profit? Are you considering what steps to take or what resources you will need to get your business off the ground? Or have you already begun the process and find yourself stalled or not sure how to proceed? Then our Inclusive Entrepreneurship Accelerator is a perfect place for you! This program provides you with the entrepreneurship skills and mindset that will help you succeed on this journey.

Our FREE, year-long program intensive program includes approximately 20 weeks of VIRTUAL entrepreneurship training (Thursday evenings 6-9pm via Zoom) as well as coaching, mentoring, and the opportunity to become part of our entrepreneurial community.

Design your future!
Join a supportive community who want you to succeed!

Join this interactive and fun virtual workshop to dust off your business socializing skills for Spring & Summer in-person events. Pick up tips on how to really listen and connect with fellow small business owners and potential customers. Register in advance for this meeting.

What do you need to start a successful business?

WEDC's Path to Entrepreneurship on May 17th will teach you how to:

Plan to start your business
Finance your new business
Build your business network
Market your new products & services

Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Trainer: Persephone Zill, WEDC’s Women’s Business Center Director

Small Business, Big Data.  Are you getting the most out of the data in your business? Utilizing Excel to manage and gain insights about your business is key to having a successful business. In this workshop, we will take new users through many of Excel's features that will help you manage your data better. This […]

In this interactive workshop, we will take new users through the process of creating a forecast in Excel.  Participants will use the skills learned in Excel to create their own forecast template for their business.  Participants will be able to set up formulas and format the forecast.

Key Takeaways:

A customized Forecast Template for your business
Review of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), how to add them & how to measure
Learn how to format an Excel spreadsheet for ease of use

Trainer: Jessica Imperiale, Finergy Solutions

Join Key4Women and WEDC for an interactive workshop with executive coach and corporate trainer, Patty Franco. 

This workshop will be focused on building confidence when making a sales pitch, negotiating rates for your business, and navigating the challenges that come with being a woman in business!

Register today to reserve your spot! Limited capacity.

Join the WEDC Team at J. McLaughlin, Bronxville to network with other small business owners.

Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free to attend.

J. McLaughlin will donate a percent of sales to WEDC from any purchases during the event.

Organizations vary greatly in the scope of their work, size of their budget, depth of programs and services, and the like. Although every organization is different, all must deal with contract law and negotiations as part of their daily operations. Join us for a session where expert attorneys will provide elemental information about contracts and […]