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Educational Trainings
Trainings
Attend an upcoming workshop or seminar to learn entrepreneurial, financial, and business management techniques.
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The First Steps to Small Business Success (1-Hr Webinar)
Tuesday, October 14 at 9:00 AM
If you’re interested in entrepreneurship or are thinking about starting a business, attend this virtual one-hour version of our monthly First Steps to Small Business Success webinar to get an overview of what it takes to start and run a business. Our small business experts will share the key aspects of starting a business and help you determine if launching a business is right for you.
Topics covered include:
- Business structures
- How to assess the feasibility of your business idea
- Legal and tax implications of owning a business
- How to develop a business plan
- Funding options and how to compile a bank-ready financial package
- Where to find other resources that may help you succeed
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LLC Operating Agreements: Protecting Your Business From the Inside Out
Wednesday, October 22 at 9:00 AM
Limited liability companies (LLCs) have become a popular type of entity in recent years as they offer flexibility for many businesses. When forming an LLC, it is recommended that the company have an operating agreement to detail the rights of the members and govern the internal operations of the business.
Presented by the Penn State Dickinson Entrepreneur Assistance Clinic in partnership with the SBDC, this presentation will focus on the importance of an operating agreement and key provisions that should be included.
Please join us virtually for this event.
Training Series
Attend an upcoming training series.
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The Digital Marketing Blueprint: Effective Strategies for Small Business - On Demand Sessions
All on demand registration links will be made available on June 16, 2025 and stay open until December 31, 2025
Session 1: Building a Strong and Memorable Small Business Brand
Session 2: Establishing a Compelling Virtual Presence
Session 3: Crafting a Winning Marketing Strategy
Session 4: Developing a Small Business Social Media Strategy
Session 5: Creating Engaging Social Media Content
Session 6: Designing Professional Marketing Materials with Canva
Session 7: Architecting a Business Website
Session 8: Constructing Effective Email Campaigns
Session 9: Producing Small Business Video Content
Session 10: Blogging
Statewide Training Opportunities
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Pennsylvania SBDC Events Calendar
Find an SBDC educational opportunity in your local area.
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On Demand Content
Access recorded content at your convenience.
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SBA Online Learning Center 
Complete self-paced, online business training courses.