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SUMMARY:Business Front Door Program (WEBINAR)
DESCRIPTION:Through the Commonwealth’s Business Front Door\, you can connect to the latest and most relevant resources available for businesses looking to start\, grow\, or relocate to Massachusetts. Whether you are a well-established business in the state or considering moving and/or starting a business here\, the Business Front Door is the state’s newest platform to receive the most up to date and relevant information about the state’s resources for businesses. \nBenefits of the Business Front Door \n\nBusinesses have a centralized hubfor interacting and coordinating with Team MA.\nBusinesses receive a designated Team MA point of contact and know who to communicate with for one-on-one support.\nBusinesses have a channel for asking questionsand flagging barriers to their growth.\nBusinesses with less time and capacity can easily log into BFD and contact Team MA.\nBusinesses can understand which state resources are most relevant\,receive guidance tailored to their business needs\, and track these opportunities in their business dashboard.\nOrganizations supporting the business ecosystem throughout the state (e.g.\, chambers\, municipalities\, etc.) can effortlessly refer businesses to Team MA.\n\nJoin us to learn more how the Business Front Door can work for you! \nFacilitator Maria Nigro Di Stefano – Northeast Regional Director\, Massachusetts Office of Business Development \nThis informative webinar is offered at no cost and is being sponsored in partnership with the North Shore Alliance for Economic Development and the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD).
URL:https://enterprise.sperlingsandbox.com/event/business-front-door-program-lunch-learn-webinar/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, WEBINAR\, United States
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SUMMARY:Contracts Basics for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Northeast Legal Aid\, Inc. (NLA) staff attorneys will lead Contracts Basics for Small Business Owners. This in-person workshop will cover what every small business owner should know about contracts. \nIn this workshop\, the presenters will: \n· Explain why contracts are important for small businesses and give examples of how you may encounter them\n· Share best practices of negotiating\, drafting\, and signing contracts as well as common missteps and how to avoid them\n· Walk through the basic structure of a contract and break down key provisions\n· Describe the essential elements that every contract must have and go over special legal rules for certain types of contracts \nThis informative workshop is offered at no cost and is being sponsored in partnership with the North Shore Alliance for Economic Development and the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD).
URL:https://enterprise.sperlingsandbox.com/event/contracts-basics-for-small-business-owners/
LOCATION:The Enterprise Center at Salem State University\, 121 Loring Ave\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal,Special Programs,Workshops
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SUMMARY:The Small Business Guide to Free AI: Boost Your Growth Without the Big Budget
DESCRIPTION:See how free AI tools can help you research\, plan and execute new Firsthand experience with free AI tools relevant to their industry \n\nA customized action plan for their specific business challenges\nTemplates and workflows to use immediately\nConnection with other businesses\n\nFacilitator Michael Thompson\nThis informative workshop is offered at no cost and is being sponsored in partnership with the North Shore Alliance for Economic Development and the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD). \n 
URL:https://enterprise.sperlingsandbox.com/event/the-small-business-guide-to-free-ai-boost-your-growth-without-the-big-budget/
LOCATION:The Enterprise Center at Salem State University\, 121 Loring Ave\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:Introduction to State Contracting Opportunities for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Unlock Business Opportunities with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts! \nDid you know that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts spends billions of dollars each year on goods and services—from office supplies to consulting services—through its network of Statewide Contract vendors? \nJoin us for an informative workshop designed specifically for small businesses interested in learning how to do business with the state. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow the state procurement process works\nAn introduction to COMMBUYS\, the Commonwealth’s online procurement platform\nThe benefits of becoming a Statewide Contract vendor\nPractical next steps to get your business ready for state contracting opportunities\n\nBonus: On-the-Spot COMMBUYS Registration \nAttendees will have the option to begin or complete their COMMBUYS vendor registration during the workshop. If you’re interested in registering\, please bring your business information.\nA helpful guide to what you’ll need: Registration Job Aid \n  \nThis informative workshop is offered at no cost and is being sponsored in partnership with the North Shore Alliance for Economic Development and the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD).
URL:https://enterprise.sperlingsandbox.com/event/introduction-to-state-contracting-opportunities-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:The Enterprise Center at Salem State University\, 121 Loring Ave\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business,Workshops
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