Legal Considerations for New Business Owners

via Zoom

This workshop provides a high-level overview of a range of legal issues that entrepreneurs should be aware of when starting a new company. Attend this workshop to learn how to avoid common mistakes and employ preventative measures that can protect and ensure the success of your new business. Workshop topics will include: Entity formation Contract

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Quarterly Tea with MOD: Hosting Accessible Events and Meetings

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Whether they are in-person, virtual, or hybrid, it's critical that your events and meetings are accessible to people with disabilities. Join MOD to learn about best practices for planning accessible events and meetings. This training will cover: Your legal obligations to make events and meetings accessible How to select accessible event locations and online meeting

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Tech Talks with Rob – Business Basics

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Topics covered include: Professional Email Systems: Learn how to set up and manage a professional email system that enhances your business communication and credibility. Cybersecurity: Discover strategies to protect your business from cyber threats and ensure your data remains secure. Password Managers: Find out why password managers are a must-have for securing your sensitive information

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Fundraising Friday: MA Legislative Update & Nonprofit Voter Guide

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As Massachusetts winds down its legislative session and national politics heat up, join Philanthropy MA and their guest Jessica Seney, Senior Policy Associate with the Massachusetts Nonprofit Network, to hear about recent developments in state law and learn how you and your organization can be changemakers for your cause. First, we will review policy changes

Introduction to Grants Research

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With more than 30,000 nonprofits in Massachusetts, competition for funding is high. How does one get a leg up? The first step is to do your homework. It is vital to the success of your proposal that you find funders who are aligned with your organization’s mission and program areas. Google is not an effective

Essential Legal Guidance for Your Growing Business

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Join the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Network for an in-depth workshop on navigating the essential types of contracts for small businesses, including service agreements, consulting agreements, and terms and conditions. Discover how each contract type addresses different business needs and learn how to select the right agreement for your situation. We will delve into the

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Essential Elements of a Business for Bank Funding

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Join the MA Small Business Development Center for an informative seminar designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking bank funding to grow their ventures. This event will delve into the critical components of a business plan that banks look for when evaluating loan applications. Attendees will gain insights on how to craft a compelling

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Grant Gems: Finding & Applying for the Right Grants

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Navigating the world of grants can be overwhelming, but the Center for Women in Enterprise is here to simplify the process! Join us for an in-depth exploration of how to identify the perfect grants for your business or organization and gain practical tips for crafting compelling applications. Whether you're new to the grant process or

Making Dollars and Cents of Direct Pay

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Did you know that the federal government will pay cities, towns, and nonprofits for their climate investments? Join us to learn from the experts how you can receive payment equal to the full value of tax credits for building qualifying clean energy projects or making qualifying investments. Presenters: Bob LaRocca, Deputy Director, Massachusetts Federal Funds

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