First Step (Crawford-AM)
In celebration of National Small Business Week, this in-person First Step will be offered at no cost to you!
Time & Location
May 05, 2022, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Meadville, 894 Diamond Park Square, Meadville, PA 16335, USA
About the Event
The first step to starting a successful new venture is to attend the SBDC "First Step" workshop. Learn the steps necessary to start, manage, and grow your own business.
Topics discussed:
• Lifestyle requirements that are involved in owning a business
• How to assess the feasibility of your business ideas
• Difference between business organizations and structures
• How to develop a business plan
• How to obtain financing
• How to market your product or service
• Applications and licenses needed to start your business
• How to conduct research on your industry
• Market and competition
• Regulations governing a business
• Environmental regulation compliance
• Other resources you can use to help you plan and succeed