Details: https://ic.womensbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=10380045 Wednesday, November 14, 2018 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Eastern If you've always dreamed of owning your own business, or if your business needs to g-r-o-w, register for a free orientation & Business Assessment session. In the WBDC Orientation & Business Assessment you will: Clarify your current business needs. Learn about WBDC and its resources. Evaluate and determine which WBDC resources best fit your current business needs. Network and gain support from other women business owners. Identify prospective clients and resources for your business. Fee: No Cost

Join the Department of Commerce for Coffee & Commerce! This event includes open office hours for small businesses to meet their local business services manager. At Coffee + Commerce, you can learn about City programs and resources, and discuss any business-related issues.

Details: https://ic.womensbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=10380031 Monday, November 19, 2018 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Eastern If you're registering for the entire series, use the series page at https://ic.womensbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=10380044 for a discount on your registration. Business Launch is a three-hour workshop with a panel of experts who will help you understand how to successfully launch a business. In the Business Launch workshop you will: • Learn the City of Philadelphia licensing, zoning, and inspection requirements • Understand the different types of legal entities and how to choose a legal structure for your business • Learn the basics of small business bookkeeping • Learn about insurance for small businesses This workshop is part of our JumpStart series, a low cost, flexible five-week workshop series that helps prospective business owners increase their chances for success and reduce the risks associated with starting a business. Limited financial aid is available to those who qualify. Contact our office for a financial aid application. Course fees are non-refundable. Fee: $35 Registration: 5:45 Class: 6:00 - 9:00