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October's WBDC programs for women entrepreneurs

The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC), a not-for-profit organization that is the leader of entrepreneurial and financial training for Connecticut women, is offering professional and personal development programs in October. Workshops are open to everyone free of charge unless otherwise noted; pre-registration is required. Register online at www.ctwbdc.org or send an e-mail to info@ctwbdc.org. For more information, call 203-353-1750 in Fairfield County, 203-925-0686 in the Naugatuck Valley, or toll-free at 1-877-999-WBDC (9232).

 

Licensing and Registration — Learn how to navigate the state’s regulatory process to register a business and obtain necessary licenses with this teleclass, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 12:30-2 p.m. More details available upon pre-registration.

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Walk-In Session — Counselors will be available for one-on-one meetings to explain the WBDC’s programs and services that relate to visitors’ specific business and professional development needs.

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Waterbury: Tuesday, Oct.15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at Naugatuck Valley Community College, 750 Chase Pkwy, Women’s Center, Kinney Hall, Room 405.

 

Business Express Program — This webinar Monday, Oct. 21, 12:30-2 p.m., targets small-business owners in Connecticut who have been operating for more than a year and want to expand their workforce. Information will be available on eligibility for grants of up to $100,000 or loans up to $300,000. Pre-register to obtain more details.

 

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The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women become economically self-sufficient. WBDC is the leader of entrepreneurial and financial training for women in Connecticut and has been educating, empowering and promoting women through entrepreneurship, financial education and expanded career opportunities for 16 years.

 

For more information, visit www.ctwbdc.org or call 203-353-1750.

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