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Starting Your Own Business
Live Event (online)
Date & Time: March 18, 2026, 12:00pm EDT
Cost: $0.00
Duration: 60 minutes Language: English Register Now
About the event

Are you ready to take the leap into entrepreneurship? This workshop is designed to help small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the early stages of launching a business with confidence. Whether you're refining an idea or just getting started, you'll gain insight into the foundational elements of starting your own business.

This session explores the realities of entrepreneurship and the building blocks of business success, like defining your value proposition, choosing the right structure, securing funding, understanding your customer, and crafting a business plan that evolves with your goals. You’ll also receive guidance on how to tap into trusted networks like SCORE for mentorship and support.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to evaluate your readiness and resources for business ownership
  • The components of a strong business plan and why it's essential
  • How to identify your customers and test your value proposition
  • What business structure might be right for you
  • Sources of funding, including grants, loans, and bootstrapping strategies
  • The importance of professional advisors and regulatory compliance

Ready to turn your dream into a business?

Join us for this free workshop and start building a foundation for success!

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