USDA Programs

Presented By: David Schermerhorn, Director, Rural Business Programs, USDA Rural Development NY & Denise Quinn, Program Specialist, Rural Business Programs, USDA Rural Development NY Register Here

Finding the Right Idea

When starting a business, you likely have many different ideas. Where do you look to find the best one? How do you know which can turn into a viable business concept? How can you capitalize on your skills and resources? Join this program to learn how to begin your journey. Register Here

Leveraging America’s Seed Fund: SBIR/STTR Overview

The goals of the SBIR/STTR are to meet federal research and development needs.  Increase private-sector commercialization of innovation derived from federal research and development funding.  Stimulate technological innovation.  Foster technology transfer through cooperative R&D between small businesses and research institutions (STTR).  Join this program to see if this program might be a good fit for […]

Creating a Winning Business Plan

Once you’ve found the right idea, it’s time to put a plan in motion.  A business plan is the strategic guide for your business.  Planning is key to working toward success and is required by lenders.  Join this program to learn how to create a winning business plan. Register Here

Learn to Grow your Business on LinkedIn: For Beginners and Beyond

Learn how to optimize your business presence on LinkedIn. Using a combination of on-platform live demonstrations and clear recommendations, this high-impact webinar will show you what you need to be doing to make yourself stand out as the solution to their problems. Register Here

How to do Business with the Federal Government

The SBA Buffalo District Office presents a series of free online contracting courses designed to help prospective and existing small businesses understand the basics about contracting with the federal government. Register Here

B2BR NYC

B2BR NYC 8:30am – 12:30pm EST Each Day Register Here

Financing your Business

One challenge for most entrepreneurs when starting and growing a small business is acquiring the appropriate financing. In this program, participants will understand the process of borrowing money, the 5 C’s of credit, the importance of managing your credit score and the financing alternatives available to small business owners. Register Here