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Upcoming Workshops
Free Information Sessions
First Wed. of the Month 3:30-5 pm
Oct 6 FCCDC To reserve a spot or call 413-774-7204 x 300
Securing Business Financing
Family Business Sucession Planning Sept 22, 6-8pm FCCDC
Marketing Strategies: using the internet Sept 29 FCCDC
Plan for Success: 12 week Business Planning Class starts Tuesday Sept 21 6-9 pm FCCDC
For a complete listing, see our Business Training page
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| FCCDC Staff |
Amy Shapiro, Business Develoment Director
Alan Singer, Lending Director
John Waite, Executive Director
Jackie Spooner, Business Programs Assistant
jackies@fccdc.org
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| FCCDC Board of Directors | | Jessica Atwood
Franklin Regional Council of Governments
Chuck Bellinger Architectural Components Inc.
Denise Coyne
Greenfield Savings Bank
David Farrick
Baystate Franklin Medical Center
Margaret Fitzpatrick
Ollie's Down Under
Bar & Grill
Darren Gale Innovative Design Concepts
Gary Gruber
Attorney
Mark Lattanzi
WRSI Clara LopezHope and Olive Eric Marsh Greenfield Cooperative Bank Roberta Wilmore
The Children's Equitation Center
Susan Worgaftik UMass Amherst Dick Haas Director Emeritus Hillside Plastics, Inc. |
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SEPTEMBER 2010
See you in September for workshops and classes! |
Tenants Wanted!!
The Venture Center is a Great Place to Start
In 1989 the CDC purchased and renovated a 36,000 square. ft. industrial building at 324 Wells Street in Greenfield. The Venture Center is a small business incubator and provides light industrial and office space for start-up and growing businesses. In addition, tenants can share the conference room, kitchen facilities, copier and fax, and receive technical assistance from the FCCDC staff. And they are greeted every day by Amelio, the FCCDC feline receptionist!
The facility is conveniently located just one mile from downtown Greenfield and within 2 miles from both Route 2 and Route 91. This is an ideal way for businesses to keep their capital costs lower during their early years of operation. Space now available!
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Last Chance to sign up!
If you are Serious about Success,
You need a Plan
Plan for Success: Business Planning for New and Established Entrepreneurs
This twelve week class is an opportunity for people serious about their business to complete a business plan for starting and sustaining a business. Topics include: defining a mission statement, understanding legal structures, designing & implementing market research tools and strategies, developing income/expense projection, and evaluating financing alternatives. Individual assistance is provided.
$250 (sliding scale fee available).
Fall session is Sept 21- Dec. 7, 6-9pm FCCDC, Greenfield
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Thinking about starting a business? Want to grow your current business? Seeking a plan to transfer ownership?
Exploring Going Into Business and Business Resources
This 1-1/2 hour workshop is for new and existing businesses to learn about business planning, local resources and options for moving forward. This monthly session is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 3:30-5:00 pm at the FCCDC. Tours of the Western MA Food Processing Center are available for food-related businesses. Free
Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1 3:30-5pm FCCDC
Marketing Strategies: Incorporating an Internet Plan
Learn how to set up a Google account, Facebook and LinkedIn profiles. Find out why businesses are using these tools. Explore how the internet can be part of your business marketing strategy. $10
September 29, 6-9pm FCCDC Secure Business Financing
This 1- 1/2 hour workshop informs people about developing a business plan in addition to what lenders are looking for and how best to prepare for obtaining financing. Free
Sept. 23, 8:30-10:30am Shelburne Falls Visitor Information Center Nov. 4, 9-11am FCCDC Greenfield
Succession in Your Family Business
You create a business and before you know it, it is time to think about what to do next. This interactive workshop begins the process of evaluating the next steps in a family business. These include the challenging personal, emotional and financial issues that are loaded with lasting ramifications. The presenter is Ira Bryck of the UMass family business Center. Refreshments served.
Fee $10 per business
Wednesday, September 22, 6-8pm FCCDC
Co-sponsored with FCCDC, SFABA, GBA and Montague Business Associations
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Part Time Job Opportunity Commonwealth Corps Positions Available!
The FCCDC has openings for 2 part time Commonwealth Corps members starting in September. These positions offer an opportunity to learn about community economic development in a unique and interesting way. Approximately 18 hours a week, stipend with a bonus for completing the year. Flexible hours, training.
For more information about this unique job opportunity contact Judy 413-774-7204 X 100 |
Town Farm Public Forum
Just Roots, a local citizens group, is hosting a public forum on Nov. 7th at 2:00pm at the Greenfield High School, to discuss the best use of the 61 acres Town Farm in north Greenfield.
The CDC's Food Processing Center is a co-sponsor of the Forum. Everyone interested in agriculture and our local food system is invited to participate. For more information contact Jay Lord at jaylordjr@gmail.com |
GCC's Weatherization Installer Course
To be held at the Franklin County Technical School in Turners Fall at the end of September to train workers to insulate and air seal homes. GCC is one of four community colleges across MA to pilot this new course as a partner of the MassGREEN Initiative. Cost $450.00
September 28 - November 20, 2010
T/W/Th, 4:30-7:30 pm, including two Saturdays from 9am-3pm on 10/16 and 11/20 (8 weeks)
To register visit www.gcc.mass.edu/shopcreditfree, print and mail in the attached brochure with a check, or call 413-775-1803 to pay with credit card by phone.
For more information 413-775-1660 |
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