Disability Data Through a Different Perspective

via Zoom

Interested in learning about characteristics that affect the disabled community’s living experience in your area? This webinar provides an overview of various Census Bureau data sources and disability data trends through hands-on exercises using data.census.gov. Registration is required and limited.

Free

Basic Entrepreneurial Workshop: Business Fundamentals

via Zoom

This workshop is open to anyone currently in business, starting a business, or thinking about someday owning a business, as well as business assistance professionals who would like to learn more about SEED's technical assistance programming. Participants will learn the fundamentals of planning, preparing for and financing a small business. Attendees will be provided with

Free

Developing a Dynamic Capability Statement

via Zoom

Learn the importance of developing a robust capability statement when targeting the government marketplace. A focused, well-prepared capability statement (CS) will assist you in marketing your products & services to large businesses with supplier diversity programs, federal agencies and other similar markets. A CS is an effective, inexpensive marketing tool used to quickly highlight your

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Basic Entrepreneurial Workshop: Understanding Business Financials

via Zoom

This workshop also explains how a small business owner can anticipate financial needs in order to operate the business more efficiently through a deeper understanding of their financial picture. Participants will learn how to read and a balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement, and keep on top of their business finances. The workshop

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Regulating Comments at Public Meetings: The Legal and Operational Perspective

via Zoom

The first of two webinars covering the implications of a recent Supreme Judicial Court ruling that a public comment policy, or “civility restraint,” violates free speech rights. On June 5, attorney John Davis of Pierce Davis & Perritano and attorney Regina Ryan of Discrimination and Harassment Solutions will give an overview of Barron v. Kolenda

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How to Partner with Local Governments

via Zoom

Working collaboratively with local and state governments could be a win-win situation for your organization. Now is arguably one of the best times to develop these relationships because local governments often take responsibility for the burdensome federal financial reporting and audit requirements, which means you can focus your efforts on the ground to help those

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Fraud & Cyber Crime Awareness for Businesses

via Zoom

Learn about Fraud and Cyber Threats, Trends, and Strategies to keep your data safe. Speaker: Corrine Sysun, Vice President, TD Bank Commercial Lending

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Engaging Faith-Based and Community Organizations: Planning Considerations for Emergency Managers

via Zoom

FEMA is hosting a 60-minute webinar to provide an overview of the existing document and facilitate a discussion with stakeholders to gather feedback on additional ways to improve the guide titled Engaging Faith-Based and Community Organizations: Planning Considerations for Emergency Managers. FEMA seeks input, especially real-world experiences, that can be incorporated into the guide. Advance

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Regulating Comments at Public Meetings: Legal and Operational Perspective

via Zoom

The second of two webinars covering the implications of a recent Supreme Judicial Court ruling that a public comment policy, or “civility restraint,” violates free speech rights. On June 12, Katie Gilfeather, an employee assistance program clinician with AllOne Health, will share practical tips for de-escalating public anger. She will discuss how to maintain composure

Free

Tech Talk with Rob Series: How Secure Are Your Passwords?

via Zoom

Secure your online accounts, money, and reputation with the top password managers. Cybersecurity begins with a strong password. Learn more about password strategy and how to manage all your business and personal passwords. The presenter will be Rob DelMastro, senior business advisor with the MSBDC Central Regional Office.

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