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Monday, February 1, 2010
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Feb 1
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Monday, February 01, 2010 , 5 sessions ending Wednesday, February 17
Designed for business owners who prefer a more traditional approach to accounting. QuickBooks makes it easy to set up a chart of accounts, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements; reconcile checking accounts; and generate reports.
Computer skills are required.
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Tuesday, February 2, 2010
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Feb 2
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Eager to start your business’ social media strategy for 2010? Come to this workshop and hear from a panel of businesspeople who are already seeing results from their social media initiatives.
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Feb 2
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8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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A required seminar for those who are thinking about starting a business. The First Step is a 2 hour seminar presented by SBDC consultants that will answer questions you may have about starting a business.
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Feb 2
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9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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The First Step of Starting a Business - Penn State Learn from business consultants about: * What unique lifestyle requirements are involved in owning a business * How to assess the feasibility of your business idea * How to develop a business plan * How to obtain financing * How to market your product or service * The steps you need to take to get started * How to find out what regulations/licensing would apply to your business * Where to find other resources that you can use to help you succeed. Students and Veterans free with ID
Website: http://www.sbdc.psu.edu/seminars.htm
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Feb 2
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5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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FastTrac NewVenture is a ten-week certificate series that emphasizes the development of a business plan for a start-up venture/business. The program helps entrepreneurs to assess their ideas and their own personal abilities as an entrepreneur. Instructors are SBDC professional staff and guest speakers with various backgrounds.
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Feb 2
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5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
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This is an ORIENTATION MEETING to learn more about the upcoming “Chamber Mission to China ” trip scheduled in October. Representatives of Citslinc, International will be present to provide additional information and answer your questions. It is FREE to attend the orientation to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Through a special partnership with Chamber member Citslinc International, this extraordinary experience is available to Chamber members, their families and friends. The company specializes in organizing China tours for chambers of commerce, helping more than 10,000 people visit China through chamber tours each year.
Our trip is scheduled October 18 to October 26, 2010, with stops in Beijing , Shanghai , Sushou and Hangshou and will feature memorable sites, both ancient and modern, and a multitude of firsthand, unforgettable cultural experiences. You will also learn how the Chinese business system operates and how it can help you better your business.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please plan to attend the Orientation Meeting on Tuesday, February 2nd, at 5:30 pm at the Christiana Hilton. It is free, but we do ask that you register online at www.ncccc.com, or contact Barbara Weiss at weissb@ncccc.com.
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Feb 2
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5:45 p.m.
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Located at Newark Senior Center
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Feb 2
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6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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Description: The workshop provides an overview of issues facing entrepreneurs starting down the path to successful ownership. The course covers: entrepreneurship, developing a business plan, selecting a legal structure, registering a company and exploring financing options.
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Thursday, February 4, 2010
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Feb 4
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9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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As a result of new national security and contracting policies that impact the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, contractors are being asked to perform their prime and/or subcontract awards at government facilities or other secured sites. Security Clearance has become a possible requirement for small and large businesses.
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Friday, February 5, 2010
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Feb 5
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11 a.m.
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Raise Awareness about Women and Heart Disease
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
Heart Health Information will be available.
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
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Feb 9
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8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
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Get control of your company Develop a system for success Establish a process for measuring results Implement changes based on data gathered through the system Through this workshop you will understand how a system for monitoring activities and measuring results can guide you to achieving the desired results for your company. Nick Callazzo has extensive experience in coaching, business assessment, strategic planning and organizational development.
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Feb 9
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5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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After years of success in Sussex County, the Big Fish Restaurant Group has brought the great Big Fish experience to Wilmington. Stop by this new member location on the scenic Wilmington Riverfront for the freshest seafood, juicy hand-cut steaks, savory pastas and delicious salads. The reasonably priced menu, generous portions, family friendly atmosphere and impeccable service make Big Fish on the Riverfront a casual dining destination and a great addition to the Wilmington restaurant scene. Enjoy lunch and dinner served daily with seasonal dining on the covered outdoor patio. Daily Happy Hour at the spacious bar features great food and drink specials and 7 large Hi-Def TV's! Book your next event in the private dining room which can accommodate up to 45 guests.
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Feb 9
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5:45 p.m.
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Located at Newark Senior Center
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Feb 9
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6 p.m.
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Location:
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
602 E. Baltimore Pike, 2nd Floor
Media, PA 19063
This four part Workshop helps entrepreneurs gain the skills needed to develop a business plan. Business Planning I focuses on business concepts & data collection. Business Planning II – addresses marketing, pricing and strategies to reach customers. Business planning III provides a financial template for your business idea. Business Planning IV is taught by a bank loan officer and covers various sources of business financing.
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Wednesday, February 10, 2010
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Feb 10
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Join us to learn about how our consulting and education programs can help you to start, grow, and prosper.
The on-site Introductory Meetings consist of two sessions. These meetings initiate the working relationship between our clients and the SBDC consultants and staff, and help to define goals and expectations. Critically, it is during these meetings that each entrepreneur will be guided through the business analysis required to identify the consulting issue. It is also during these meetings that we will begin to define the measurable business results that will be used to evaluate success resulting from the core work of the Strategic Project.
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Feb 10
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8:30 a.m.
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Location:
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
602 E. Baltimore Pike, 2nd Floor
Media, PA 19063
Find out what all the buzz is about. John Annunziato from Eastern Business Software will be given a presentation about Windows 7. Here’s your chance to get up close and personal with the latest productivity enhancements, as well as safety and security improvements that Windows® 7 provides.
Come find out how Windows 7 helps your business work the way
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Feb 10
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6 p.m.
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Location:
Widener SBDC
1350 Edgmont Ave.
Chester, PA 19013
This seminar focuses on the marketing segment of a business plan. The seminar addresses: product definition, targeting, competitive analysis, marketing strategy and media outlets.
Cost for all 3 sessions is $75, cost for 1 session is $30.
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Thursday, February 11, 2010
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Feb 11
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8 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
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No charge to attend with an advanced reservation by 12:00 noon the preceding day (No phone reservations). Anyone without an advanced reservation will be charged $5 at the door. Prospective Chamber Members are welcome! First time attendance at this event is at no charge with advanced registration. Subsequent attendance is $20.
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Feb 11
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8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
DiBona Room
200 South Broad Street; 7th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Learn how to take advantage of the resources offered to small businesses looking to gain insight on how to work with large companies and the government. Find out about the different requirements and certifications needed, as well as various lending opportunities.
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Feb 11
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5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
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Founded in 1912, the Delaware Art Museum is best known for its large collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art, works by Wilmington-native Howard Pyle and fellow American illustrators, and urban landscapes by John Sloan and his circle. Visitors can also enjoy the outdoor Copeland Sculpture Garden and a number of major traveling exhibitions throughout the year.
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Feb 11
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6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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Four Seasons Hotel
Swann Lounge
One Logan Square
Philadelphia, PA 19103
The Holidays might be over, but the season of giving is not! Swann Lounge in the Four Seasons Hotel will be hosting YPN for an upscale evening of networking, giving, and learning.
Speaker, Rosemary Turner, Vice President & COO of UPS, Metro Philadelphia District will be sharing her stories of success, her role with the GPCC and much more! In addition, we’ll be collecting new and gently used children’s hats, mittens and scarves to donate to both the Salvation Army as well as McClure Elementary School. Possibly the best part of it all, is you could win a dinner for 2 on Valentine’s Day at the Four Season’s Fountain Restaurant. This is definitely an event you won’t want to miss!
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Monday, February 15, 2010
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Feb 15
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February 15, 2010
Text “Haiti” to 90999 to send a $10 donation to the Red Cross, through an effort backed by the U.S. State Department. Funds will go to support American Red Cross relief efforts in Haiti.
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Tuesday, February 16, 2010
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Feb 16
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6 p.m.
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Location:
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
602 E. Baltimore Pike, 2nd Floor
Media, PA 19063
This four part Workshop helps entrepreneurs gain the skills needed to develop a business plan. Business Planning I focuses on business concepts & data collection. Business Planning II – addresses marketing, pricing and strategies to reach customers. Business planning III provides a financial template for your business idea. Business Planning IV is taught by a bank loan officer and covers various sources of business financing.
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
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Feb 17
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Join us to learn about how our consulting and education programs can help you to start, grow, and prosper.
The on-site Introductory Meetings consist of two sessions. These meetings initiate the working relationship between our clients and the SBDC consultants and staff, and help to define goals and expectations. Critically, it is during these meetings that each entrepreneur will be guided through the business analysis required to identify the consulting issue. It is also during these meetings that we will begin to define the measurable business results that will be used to evaluate success resulting from the core work of the Strategic Project.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010
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Feb 18
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4:30 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.
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Business Card Exchange - Thursday, February 18, 2010
SPONSOR: BrightStar Healthcare
No charge to attend with an advanced reservation by 12:00 noon the preceding day (No phone reservations). Anyone without an advanced reservation will be charged $5 at the door. Prospective Chamber Members are welcome! First time attendance at this event is at no charge with advanced registration. Subsequent attendance is $20.
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Feb 18
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5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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This three hour workshop provides details of writing an effective and realistic business plan. It covers the 4 c's of credit for borrowing money to start your business. The topics include: Business Plan components such as Executive Summary, Marketing Plan, Operations/Management Team, and Financials, along with how to approach a bank for lending.
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Saturday, February 20, 2010
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Feb 20
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6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
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Dover Downs Hotel and Casino
Silent & Live Auction
Fashion Show featuring Breast Cancer Survivors
Cocktails & Food
Reservations starting at $100
Sponsorships & Advertising Opportunities available!
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Monday, February 22, 2010
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Feb 22
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Execution Support is a series of once-monthly evening sessions of small group consulting and facilitated peer sharing for entrepreneurs and small business owners who have going businesses. Led by WSBDC instructor John Ondik, there are also occasional presentations by successful guest entrepreneurs on sales, marketing and other topics. Each participant in this innovative workshop makes a commitment to building their business, to their fellow entrepreneurs in the group, and to the program.
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
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Feb 23
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12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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Far too often, people are so eager to start a new business or product that they end up skipping some very important considerations. This is very likely one of the major reasons that so many new businesses fail within the first five years. This workshop will help you to ensure that you're really ready to start your new venture.
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Feb 23
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5:45 p.m.
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Newark Senior Center
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
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Feb 24
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8:30 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.
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It's Not Business as Usual!"
Presented by: Central Delaware Business and Entrepreneurship Consortium
Sponsored by: Delaware Technical & Communtiy College, Terry Campus
Held at the Terry Campus Conference Center
Keynote Speaker: Hal Wallace, owner & CEO, Pratt Insurance
Topic: Making Insurance Available and Affordable
Breakfast & Lunch Included.
$39 per person
For more information please view the attached pdf or
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Feb 24
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9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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This three-hour presentation by DSBDC staff provides an overview of the fundamentals of starting a business in Delaware. The seminar addresses issues one should consider before starting a business including the business plan, forms of business, and resources available to you.
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Feb 24
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10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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When looking to market your product where is the one place you should turn?
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Feb 24
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5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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English title:
Start Your Business Right in Spanish – This three-hour presentation by DSBDC staff provides an overview of the fundamentals of starting a business in Delaware. The seminar addresses issues one should consider before starting a business including the business plan, forms of business, and resources available to you.
Spanish title:
¿Cómo empezar un negocio en Delaware? – En tres horas, este seminario presenta qué es lo que se necesita para abrir un negocio en Delaware. Presentado por Jose Somalo, un asesor de negocios del Centro de Desarrollo de Pequeños Negocios de Delaware (DSBDC), este seminario ofrece información a considerar antes de abrir un negocio, incluyendo un plan de negocio, formas legales de compañías y recursos que hay disponibles.
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Feb 24
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5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
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Join us to learn more about the activities of the USO!!
* Door Prizes * 50/50 Drawing * Networking Opportunities *
Reservation Deadline is Thursday, February 18th
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
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Feb 25
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9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in Partnership with the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), and the Office of Women and Minority Business present:
FEDERAL CONTRACTING-BASED PROGRAMS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
This seminar will provide information on the following topics:
• How to become an 8(A) and HUBZone Certified Small Business
• Information about other Certification Programs offered by the State of Delaware
• The PTAC of Delaware Program and the many free services that they offer
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February 2010 
