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Creating Company Lists
Tuesday October 5th, 6:30 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St., 19103 
 

Job seekers, salespeople, and entrepreneurs need to know the businesses in their market to reach their goals.  Learn to use library databases to create lists of businesses, including contact names and numbers, and start making connections today.   

No registration required.  For more information call 215-686-5394.
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Starting A Business: What Is Required? 
Saturday October 9th, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave., 19149 

Getting your business off the ground will take more than just determination.  In this session we explore what will be required of you personally, the different ways of starting a business, the process of vetting your business idea, and touch briefly on funding sources and the infrastructure you will need.  Presented by Larkin Connolly, an experienced entrepreneur and business counselor with SCORE Philadelphia

No registration required.  For more information call 215-685-0522.
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Doing Business in Philadelphia: A Simplified Guide to City Resources

 
Tuesday October 12th, 6:30 PM
South Philadelphia Branch, 1700 S Broad St., 19145

Representatives from the City's Office of Business Services share their insider's perspective on city government and how start-up and existing businesses can tap into the resources provided by the City of Philadelphia. This interactive presentation will cover topics such as business planning, business compliance, and sources of financing with special presentations on using library resources and the services provided by the nonprofit SCORE Philadelphia.

Register online or call 215-658-1866.
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Social Networking 101: How to Create 20 Meaningful Business Relationships a Day
 
Wednesday October 13, 6:30 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St., 19103

Every business owner needs to master the "art of networking".  In this session you will get started by making new connections, develop a system for follow-ups, and learn how to utilize these connections to make more connections. Our presenter, Nicole Newman, is the owner of Newman Networks, a firm specializing in IT driven marketing solutions.

Register online or call 215-686-5394.
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Doing Business with the Commonwealth
 
Tuesday October 19, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St., 19103

Learn how your small business can pursue contract opportunities with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.  Explore government programs that help small businesses and find out about certification for minority and woman-owned businesses. This timely information and networking opportunity is a must for any small business owner.  Presented in partnership with the Empowerment Group
 
Register online or call 215-686-5394.
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Business Plans Part I

Tuesday October 19, 6:00 PM
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library,
125 S 52nd St., 19139
 

In part 1 of this 2 part series, you will learn to use library resources to develop your business plan.  Discover what makes a great business plan so effective.  Then, begin your research by examining the local market and finding competitors. 

Basic computer skills are required. 
No registration needed. 

For more information call 215-685-7433.
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Writing a Business Plan 

Saturday October 23rd, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave., 19149 

Representatives from SCORE Philadelphia will go over the process of writing a business plan.  The components of a successful plan will be defined.  Learn how to present your market research, marketing and promotional approach, and your financial and funding plans to get results. 

No registration required.  For more information call 215-685-0522.
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Business Plans Part II

Tuesday October 26, 6:00 PM
Lucien E Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library,
125 S 52nd St., 19139

The second part of this 2-part series focuses on learning to use library resources to find consumer demographic information and key industry trends, as well as creating the financial projections you will need to write an effective business plan. 

Basic computer skills required. 
No registration needed.

For more information call 215-685-7433.
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How to Start and Finance a Business in Philadelphia
 
Wednesday October 27, 6:30 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St., 19103

Many Philadelphians dream of starting their own business.  Some of us are already there and others are just steps away.  Representatives from the City's Office of Business Services share their insider's perspective on city government and how start-up and existing businesses can tap into the resources provided by the City of Philadelphia. In addition to discussing topics such as business planning, business compliance, and sources of financing, there will be a brief overview of the library's business resources and SCORE Philadelphia's services.

Register online or call 215-686-5394.
Calendar of Events
 
Larkin Connolly 
 
Join us October 9th at the Northeast Regional Library to learn what it takes to start a business with Larkin Connolly an experienced entrepreneur and business counselor with SCORE Philadelphia.

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Nicole Newman 
 
Join us on Wednesday, October 13th to polish your networking skills with Nicole Newman. R
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