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Greater Northeast Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange
Tuesday, February 8, 5:00 PM
Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Avenue, 19149
Meet and network with other entrepreneurs and business people from Northeast Philadelphia at this open business card exchange. There will also be a Chinese New Year performance by alumni from the Holy Redeemer Catholic School.
No registration required. For more information call 215-685-0522.
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Tools of the Trade:
Turn Your Bright Idea into a Successful Start-up
Tuesday, February 15, 2:30 - 4:30 PM
Charles Santore Branch, 932 South 7th Street, 19147
This popular workshop, presented with Empowerment Group, continues to make the rounds of Philadelphia's libraries. This month, join us in South Philadelphia.
Tools of the Trade is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs ask the right questions about starting a business, seek valuable resources, and clearly define their business idea and personal goals. The session will introduce the essential skills needed for starting a business and evaluating personal finances. Attendees will also have the opportunity to brainstorm and network with others who are in the start-up stage of business development.
Register online or call 215-686-1766.
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BUSINESS PLAN SERIES!
NEW DATES DUE TO RECENT WEATHER RELATED CANCELLATIONS LISTED BELOW
Planning for Success: Using Library Resources to Create a Winning Business Plan
Are you a committed entrepreneur who is ready to take the next step?
Please join us for this three-part series. Learn to use library resources to research your business plan professionally.
This class is designed as a series. We encourage you to attend all three sessions.
Wednesday, February 2, 6:30 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103
Part I: Get an introduction to business plans and start researching the competition.
Wednesday, February 9, 6:30 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103
Part II: Target your audience by learning to find and use demographic information.
Wednesday, February 16, 6:30 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103
Part III: Gain executive perspective by learning to research your industry; then work on developing your financial plan.
All classes will meet in the Tech Lab on the Ground Floor of the Parkway Central Library.
Basic computer skills are a prerequisite.
First Come, First Served.
No Registration Required.
For more information call 215-686-5394
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Wadsworth Small Business Workshops
Are you interested in starting a business? Already in business but looking to sharpen your skills? Then pack a brown bag lunch and join us for this series of mid-day workshops in Northwest Philadelphia. We promise expert advice that will help you grow your business.
Wadsworth Branch, 1500 Wadsworth Avenue, 19150
Wednesday, February 9, 12:00 PM
Secrets of Six Figure Women: A workshop to foster audacity and resilience in business women.
Wednesday, February 16, 12:00 PM
Small Business Owner - Start Thinking Differently: Explore ways to grow your business.
Wednesday, February 23, 12:00 PM
Your Best Prospects Are Your Present Customers: Discover how to get your customers to buy more.
Presented in partnership with the Urban League Entrepreneur Center of Philadelphia and the Ogontz Avenue Revitalization Corporation (OARC).
For more information call 215-685-9293 or contact Patrice Edwards of OARC at 215-549-4099. |
