International Hartford is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting and promoting the development of small immigrant-owned businesses in Hartford. They offer a variety of services to current and prospective business owners [http://interhartford.org] and also produce the “One World Market” events throughout late spring and early fall at the Parkville Fastrak Station, featuring immigrant arts, culture and foods [http://oneworldmarketcity.com].
From Hartford Public Library:
Register Today! FREE Small Business Workshop Series
Hartford Public Library, Downtown Branch, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT
Workshops begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. and end at 7:30 p.m. The 5 week series include:
* May 1 Access to Capital, Starting & Financing Your New Business, Understanding Credit Reports.
* May 8 What Lenders Look for in Your Loan Application, Legal Aspects of a Business.
* May 15 The ABC’s of a Business Plan & Understanding a SWOT Analysis.
* May 22 How to do Business with the Federal Government and the State of Connecticut.
* May 29 Marketing and Promoting your Business, Internet, Technology, Resources at your library.
To earn a certificate of completion you are encouraged to attend all the workshops; copies of workshop materials are provided to each attendee.
Registration required, contact: Hartford Public Library at 860.695.6334 email: naficy@hplct.org<mailto:naficy@hplct.org>
This series is brought to you in partnership with U.S. Small Business Administration and the Hartford SCORE chapter.
Knowledge Networks are important for creating and maintaining small business enterprises. Lack of knowledge about licensing, taxes, legal assistance, mentoring resources, financing, and neighborhood demographics can impede the success of small businesses.
The U.S. Small Business Administration in Connecticut has a comprehensive website for many services and sources of information and support for small business owners in Connecticut. http://www.sba.gov/about-offices-content/2/3105/about-us
International Hartford is a nonprofit that offers a range of services supporting the creation and growth of small businesses across Hartford’s immigrant communities. http://interhartford.org/