Gain practical insights and actionable strategies to launch or grow your business in Newtown. Learn from experienced professionals and network with other entrepreneurs in your community.
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5:30 PM to 6:00 PM for networking
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM for session
January 28, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
How To Get Your Banker To Say Yes To The Application
Are you looking to secure funding to grow your business? This informative and empowering session will show you exactly how to prepare for a successful loan application with your local bank. You’ll learn what lenders are really looking for—from your FICO score and collateral to tax records and other essential documentation. The presenter will also walk you through how to craft a compelling business plan and organize your materials to make a strong impression. Whether you're launching a new venture or expanding an existing one, this session will give you the confidence and clarity to approach the loan process with a winning strategy.
February 4, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
The Blueprint Bootcamp: A Business Plan Overview
This session provides a practical introduction to the essential components of a business plan for startups and growing businesses. Participants will explore the key sections of a business plan—including the company description, market analysis, organizational structure, product or service offerings, marketing and sales strategies, and financial projections.
February 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
Market Mastery: Know Your Customer; Beat Your Rivals
This session focuses on equipping participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to conduct effective market research—an essential step in building a robust business plan. Participants will learn how to systematically identify and analyze their target market, examining demographic, geographic, and psychographic characteristics to create detailed customer profiles. The course will also delve into competitive analysis techniques, enabling participants to map the competitive landscape.
March 4, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
Strategic Impact: Positioning for Success
This session covers the exploration of marketing strategy, guiding participants through the crucial decisions surrounding marketing channel selection and effective market positioning. Participants will examine the various types of marketing channels—traditional and digital—and evaluate how each aligns with specific business goals and customer segments. The session also delves into the art of market positioning, equipping participants with frameworks to differentiate their offerings and communicate unique value in a competitive marketplace.
March 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
The Sales Accelerator: Turning Prospects Into Profit
This session provides participants with a practical framework for developing an effective sales strategy. Participants will explore the full spectrum of sales and distribution channels, learn how to evaluate and select the most suitable options for their products or services, and understand how to build relationships with key partners.
April 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
Operations Unleashed: Bringing Your Business to Life
This session guides the development of actionable operational steps, align processes with company goals, and build flexibility for future growth. By exploring real-world examples and practical frameworks, participants will be equipped to describe operational structures, identify the right partners, project staffing needs, develop production timelines, and anticipate risks—ultimately laying a strong foundation for sustainable business success.
April 15, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
The Profit Playbook: Crafting Your Financial Future
This session will introduce participants to the fundamental components of a pro forma income statement—a critical tool for startup and growth-stage financial planning. The session demystifies each section of the statement, guiding participants through revenue projections, cost of goods sold, gross profit, operating expenses, and anticipated net income. Through practical examples and hands-on exercises, attendees will learn how to make realistic assumptions, apply industry benchmarks, and interpret the financial implications of strategic decisions.
April 29, 2026 | 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Session
Financial Fortunes: Decoding Your Numbers
This session will provide participants with practical skills for analyzing monthly financial performance by comparing current results to both the prior month and the same period in the previous year. Through hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to identify trends in revenue, expenses, and profitability, enabling them to pinpoint areas of improvement and emerging risks.
