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PROGRAMS AT PARKWAY CENTRAL  

 

Sit Down with the City 

 

Wednesday, April 18th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 

Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103, Skyline Room

 

Are you concerned about the regulatory requirements for running a business in Philadelphia?  Join us for this FREE Entrepreneurship Week program, where representatives from the City of Philadelphia will guide you through the process of starting a business - from licensing and inspections, to zoning and taxes.

 

Plus, as an added bonus, from 12:15 - 1:15 PM, there will be breakout sessions with city officials for more Q&A!

 

Presented in partnership with Empowerment Group and the City of Philadelphia

  

To register, click here. 

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Alternative Finance Strategies

 

Tuesday, April 24th 6:30 PM 

Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103, Room 108

 

Learn ways to raise the capital needed to start your small business without traditional loans. A panel of experts will discuss options including: 

  • Crowdfunding
  • Lending Circles
  • Bootstrap Strategies
  • Financing Options with Family and Friends
  • Crafting an Investor Pitch

Presented in partnership with Entrepreneur Works.

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To register, click here.

 

 
Business Research with a Librarian
 
 The librarians of the Business, Science & Industry Department are available for one-on-one research training sessions by appointment.  Our librarians can help you research your industry, learn how to find competitors and demographic information for your business plan by using our databases, as well as acquaint you with our many resources for entrepreneurs.

To schedule an appointment
email us or call 215-686-5394.
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