| DMWBD Events Calendar |
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| Event Name: Rake in the Money: Financing Sources and Business Plan Development |
| Event Sponsor: NCCC Small Business Development Center No. Tonawanda Public Library |
| Description: Discusses sources of financing and reviews data needed for business plan. |
| Date: 10/29/2009 |
| Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Location: No. Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive |
| Contact Info: Niagara Small Business Development Center, 716-434-3815 |
| Registration Info: Free Seminar |
| Location City: North Tonawanda |
| Location County: Niagara |
| Region: Western New York |
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| Event Name: Rake in the Money: Developing a Marketing Plan |
| Event Sponsor: NCCC Small Business Development Center No. Tonawanda Public Library |
| Description: Learn the elements of a business plan; determining the market, researching competition and developing market promotion.
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| Date: 11/05/2009 |
| Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Location: No. Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive |
| Contact Info: 716-434-3815 |
| Registration Info: Free |
| Location City: No. Tonawanda |
| Location County: Niagara |
| Region: Western New York |
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| Event Name: Rake in the Money: Business Organizational Forms |
| Event Sponsor: NCCC Small Business Development Center No Tonawanda Public Library |
| Description: Learn legal structure options such as sole proprietorship, partnership, corporations and LLC's.
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| Date: 11/12/2009 |
| Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Location: No. Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive |
| Contact Info: 716-434-3815, sbdc@niagaracc.suny.edu |
| Registration Info: Free seminar |
| Location City: No. Tonawanda |
| Location County: Niagara |
| Region: Western NY |
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| Event Name: Starting a New Business: What do you need to know for success? |
| Event Sponsor: Geneseo SBDC |
| Description: The fundamentals of starting a successful business will be discussed.
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| Date: 10/28/2009 |
| Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
| Location: SUNY Geneseo Campus, South Hall 338 |
| Contact Info: Geneseo SBDC, 585-245-5429, sbdc@geneseo.edu |
| Registration Info: Free |
| Location City: Geneseo |
| Location County: Livingston |
| Region: Finger Lakes |
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| Event Name: Hey Young Entrepreneurs: What do you need to know |
| Event Sponsor: Geneseo SBDC |
| Description: Fundamentals of a starting a business will be outlined.
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| Date: 11/04/2009 |
| Time: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Location: SUNY Geneseo Campus, South Hall 338 |
| Contact Info: Geneseo SBDC, 585-245-5429, sbdc@geneseo.edu |
| Registration Info: Free |
| Location City: Geneseo |
| Location County: Livingston |
| Region: Finger Lakes |
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| Event Name: Successful Business Planning:Secrets & Strategies |
| Event Sponsor: CAMBA-Small Business Services |
| Description: Learn the secrets and strategies to structure and write an award winning business plan and develop a business plan efficiently and cost effectively. This interactive workshop focuses on the foundation of writing an effective business plan. Learn what resources are available to assist you in writing an effective business plan. Learn the secrets and strategies professionals use when developing an investor ready business plan. |
| Date: 12/15/2009 |
| Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
| Location: 884 Flatbush Avenue - 2nd Floor, (on the corner of Church Avenue) |
| Contact Info: 718 282-2500, smallbiz@camba.org |
| Registration Info: All classes are FREE but Registration is required by calling CAMBA at (718) 282-2500. |
| Location City: Brooklyn |
| Location County: Kings |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: www.camba.org |
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| Event Name: Internet Marketing: Making Money Online |
| Event Sponsor: CAMBA-Small Business Services |
| Description: Developing a website is the easy part, but how does one attract visitors to come to your site and purchase goods and services. Get the inside track on developing promotional and marketing strategies to attract more visitors and convert them into paying customers promote it. |
| Date: 12/08/2009 |
| Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
| Location: 884 Flatbush Avenue - 2nd Floor, (on the corner of Church Avenue) |
| Contact Info: 718 282-2500, smallbiz@camba.org |
| Registration Info: All classes are FREE but Registration is required by calling CAMBA at (718) 282-2500. |
| Location City: Brooklyn |
| Location County: Kings |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: www.camba.org |
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| Event Name: Free Money for Your Business |
| Event Sponsor: CAMBA-Small Business Services |
| Description: Learn how to research and apply for FREE money. Take advantage of new laws and little known secrets to get FREE money that you never have to pay back. Find out if you have money in your name that just needs to be claimed. Find out how to get free money grants and fast cash that you're eligible for. Learn what "They" don't want you to know. Come learn what Free Money is, what Free Money Isn't, where it can be found and how to apply for it |
| Date: 12/01/2009 |
| Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
| Location: 884 Flatbush Avenue - 2nd Floor, (on the corner of Church Avenue) |
| Contact Info: 718 282-2500, smallbiz@camba.org |
| Registration Info: All classes are FREE but Registration is required by calling CAMBA at (718) 282-2500. |
| Location City: Brooklyn |
| Location County: Kings |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: www.camba.org |
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| Event Name: Market Like a Pro! |
| Event Sponsor: CAMBA-Small Business Services |
| Description: Learn techniques that the pros use without spending a fortune. Learn how to market and promote your business while reaching more people.
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| Date: 11/03/2009 |
| Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
| Location: 884 Flatbush Avenue - 2nd Floor, (on the corner of Church Avenue) |
| Contact Info: 718 282-2500, smallbiz@camba.org |
| Registration Info: All classes are FREE but Registration is required by calling CAMBA at (718) 282-2500. |
| Location City: Brooklyn |
| Location County: Kings |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: www.camba.org |
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| Event Name: Financing for Your Business |
| Event Sponsor: CAMBA-Small Business Services |
| Description: Looking for startup capital in a time when credit is limited? This workshop focuses on every financing option available to startup and existing businesses. Learn the options available to finance your startup or existing business for growth even during the credit crunch. Options available include raising money from friends and family, online financial sources such as peer-to-peer financial networks, Angel Investors and Venture Capital. Learn how to choose the best option for your business. Options available to those that do not have good credit or collateral will also be addressed.
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| Date: 10/27/2009 |
| Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
| Location: 884 Flatbush Avenue - 2nd Floor, (on the corner of Church Avenue) |
| Contact Info: 718 282-2500, smallbiz@camba.org |
| Registration Info: All classes are FREE but Registration is required by calling CAMBA at (718) 282-2500. |
| Location City: Brooklyn |
| Location County: Kings |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: www.camba.org |
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| Event Name: Small Business Training and Matchmaker |
| Event Sponsor: LaGuardia Community College, Dept of Defense NE Regional Council, Rockland County Econ. Development |
| Description: This event is being co-hosted by the LaGuardia Community College Procurement Technical Assistance Center, Rockland County Economic Development Corporation Procurement Technical Assistance Center, and the DoD Northeast Regional Council.
Wednesday, November 18th, there will be an afternoon training session held for Small Businesses only. There will be two additional sessions following the small business training session: A Service-Disabled & Veteran-Owned Roundtable session; and a Preparation for a Matchmaker session. Representatives in attendance at the roundtable include the Department of Veteran Affairs Office of Small and Disadvantage Business Utilization and Veterans Service Agency, Westchester County.
Thursday, November 19th, there will be an all day matchmaker event during which small businesses will meet for ten minute appointments with Prime contractors, Federal agencies, State organizations and the PTACs.
Friday, November 20th, the Northeast Regional Council will meet. This meeting is for Prime Contractors, Federal, State & City Agencies and PTACs only.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Edgard Hernandez from the LAGCC PTAC at (718) 482-5289 or by email at ehernandez@lagcc.cuny.edu or Evamarie D’Antuono at (978) 318-8427 or by email at Evamarie.Dantuono@usace.army.mil.
Small Business - $100 (each person) Prime Contractors, Federal, State, & City Agencies and PTACs - $225 (each person) Credit card payment only.
The conference registration system is now on-line where you may view more information and register. Register today and mark your calendar for this great event!
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| Date: 11/18/2009 |
| Time: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Location: Westchester Marriott Tarrytown, 670 White Plains Road |
| Contact Info: Edgard Hernandez, (718) 482-5289, ehernandez@lagcc.cuny.edu |
| Registration Info: See event description |
| Location City: Tarrytown |
| Location County: Westchester |
| Region: Mid-Hudson |
| Event Website: http://www.regonline.com/nymm2009 |
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| Event Name: First Steps Course |
| Event Sponsor: Women's Venture Fund |
| Description: At First Steps you will: Learn the many ways we can help you start and grow your business. Get more information about our classes including "Start a Great Business" and "Build a Great Business" Get the motivation to get you moving in the right direction Find the confidence and the support to help you move from the dreaming stage to the action stage of watching your business come to life and flourish. Share your journey with other entrepreneurs and get feedback from our experienced business counselor to help you map out your next steps. Leave knowing that you are not alone and that we are here to guide you each step of the way on the journey to success. The first step is showing up!
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| Date: 12/08/2009 |
| Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Location: 305 Seventh Avenue, 15th Floor |
| Contact Info: Program Department, 212-563-0499, training@wvf-ny.org |
| Registration Info: FREE! Registration is the Friday before the class. |
| Location City: New York |
| Location County: New York |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: www.wvf-ny.org |
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| Event Name: First Steps Course |
| Event Sponsor: Women's Venture Fund |
| Description: At First Steps you will: Learn the many ways we can help you start and grow your business. Get more information about our classes including "Start a Great Business" and "Build a Great Business" Get the motivation to get you moving in the right direction Find the confidence and the support to help you move from the dreaming stage to the action stage of watching your business come to life and flourish. Share your journey with other entrepreneurs and get feedback from our experienced business counselor to help you map out your next steps. Leave knowing that you are not alone and that we are here to guide you each step of the way on the journey to success. The first step is showing up!
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| Date: 10/27/2009 |
| Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Location: 76 Clinton Avenue |
| Contact Info: Program Department, 201-432-6620, training@wvf-ny.org |
| Registration Info: Free; registration is the Friday before the class. |
| Location City: Newark |
| Location County: Out of state |
| Region: New Jersey |
| Event Website: www.wvf-ny.org |
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| Event Name: Marketing Basics Class |
| Event Sponsor: Women's Venture Fund |
| Description: BUILD A GREAT BUSINESS You've started your business and now you're faced with bills, employee issues, and the ever present demands of cash flow. Are you tired of still being a micro business? As a business owner, you need to stay focused on the big picture and new opportunities, but sometimes it’s difficult because your employees are constantly complaining your cash isn't keeping up with the bills you’re not sure if you’ve priced your products or services well you’re not sure why you don’t have more customers your family is complaining that your business is eating up all of your time you feel like no one understands what you are trying to do and no one helps you're EXHAUSTED at the end of the day with all that you do Being a successful business owner takes courage and work, let the Women's Venture Fund show you how to create the business you dream of. As with most good things, the journey will require that you invest some time changing habits, tactics, and most importantly YOUR MINDSET. Our full day Build a Great Business course will help you develop new more effective strategies that will let you fulfill your biggest dream. |
| Date: 10/27/2009 |
| Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Location: 305 Seventh Avenue, 15th Floor |
| Contact Info: Program Department, 212-563-0499, training@wvf-ny.org |
| Registration Info: Free; registration is the Friday before the class. |
| Location City: New York |
| Location County: New York |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: www.wvf-ny.org |
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| Event Name: Starting Your Business 101, A Four-Week Series on Small Business |
| Event Sponsor: Asian Women In Business |
| Description: is a four-part series workshop developed to provide both aspiring and existing business owners with information on how to start and run a successful business. The program offers two-hour weekly sessions, for a total of four weeks, that cover the essential topics such as how to write a business plan, create an effective marketing plan, decide upon a legal structure and acquire the necessary financing and insurance. Classes are designed to be interactive and are led by industry experts who ensure that each two-hour session is an engaging experience.
Registration is $15 a class or $30 for all four-class series for AWIB members. For non-members registration is $25 per class or $75 for the four-class series. Seating is limited. Registration with payment must be received by October 30, 2009.
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| Date: 11/03/2009 |
| Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Location: Microsoft, 1290 Avenue of the Americas |
| Contact Info: Margaret Li, 212-868-1368, info@awib.org |
| Registration Info: see event description |
| Location City: New York |
| Location County: New York |
| Region: New York City |
| Event Website: http://www.awib.org/content_frames/SmallBiz101Nov09FORM.pdf |
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| Event Name: Small Business Procurement Matchmaker Expo |
| Event Sponsor: Farmingdale Small Business Development Center |
| Description: This business expo will provide small businesses with a forum to meet face-to-face with purchasing representatives from federal, state and local agencies, as well as prime Long Island contractors, to discuss potential contracting opportunities. |
| Date: 10/28/2009 |
| Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| Location: SBDC Training Center, Farmingdale State College |
| Contact Info: (631)420-2765, maria.darrow@farmingdale.edu |
| Registration Info: $25, Pre-registration required. To register, call the SBDC at 631.420.2765. |
| Location City: Farmingdale |
| Location County: Nassau |
| Region: Long Island |
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