Topic: Cybersecurity Given the escalating threat landscape with adversaries launching cyberattacks, the Department of Defense (DoD) now mandates that companies within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) report their current cybersecurity compliance status through the DoD Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Consequently, DIB companies have received letters from the DoD or their prime contractors seeking information […]

Topic: International Trade Export enforcement is on the rise. Driven by new initiatives and deepening collaboration among federal agencies, enforcement agents are increasingly active in the field. They routinely engage with businesses and individuals alike in outreach visits, email communications, and in-person interviews. Yet, exporters may never know whether an enforcement investigation lurks in the background and, if […]

This is a full day session of our 3-Part Building a Better Business Program.   The Building a Better Business Program is designed to help individuals who are looking to start or grow a business. It is an all-day, in-person event that is taught in three parts, legal, sales/marketing and financials. The goal to this […]

Topic: Start-up Assistance This free presentation will help entrepreneurs start a business plan and provide structure to starting and managing their venture. Topics will include: Introduction and need for planning Basic business plan format Choosing your legal form of organization Marketing, market planning and research Cash flow projections Financial statements Financing There will also be […]

SEED Corporation and Rockland Trust in cooperation with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center, & SCORE provide this free, virtual entrepreneurial workshop in which participants will learn the fundamentals of planning, preparing for and financing a small business. The workshop is open to anyone currently in business, starting a business, or thinking about someday […]

Topic: International Trade Companies engaged in cross-border trade encounter multiple challenges related to data privacy and security – not only do they face heightened levels of data security risk, but they also must juggle multiple regulatory requirements for use, transfer and sharing of personal data. Regulatory fragmentation creates uncertainty and raises compliance costs for businesses, slowing […]

Workshop Summary: Closing customers is hard work. Closing them consistently is even harder. The Perfecting Your Sales Conversations workshop will teach you the 8 key steps in a successful sales conversation. Improve your close rate by learning what each step is, why it’s important, and what your objective is with each step. Once you understand […]

SEED Corporation and Rockland Trust in cooperation with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center, & SCORE provide this free, virtual entrepreneurial workshop in which 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 also explains how a small […]

Don't let the lack of capital stop your entrepreneurial dreams. Join us and discover cost-effective strategies and innovative approaches that allow you to turn your vision into reality. In this webinar, SCORE Mentor and Executive Consultant Cynthia Rhodes will guide you through the essential steps of starting a business without relying on external funding. You'll also […]

Be it blogs, posts, emails, proposals, or presentations, many people are not particularly good writers. They know it hurts their business but are intimidated or don't know how to improve.  Join us to see how it is easier than most realize by understanding "nobody reads anymore” and writing to minimize readers’ common challenges. Take Aways: Allocate your time and organize your thoughts Simple, but important, concepts: BLOT, AAA, Readability, […]

Topic: International Trade   An effective trade compliance program can only be achieved with the genuine support of a company’s top management and the partnership of employees throughout the organization. However, most trade compliance professionals have faced situations at some point in their career where obtaining the support and collaboration necessary to develop a culture […]

Are you a solo entrepreneur looking to strategically grow your business? In this session, small business columnist and popular SCORE presenter Steve Strauss will delve into proven strategies and practical tips tailored for business owners looking to scale their solo businesses. From leveraging technology to mastering digital marketing, our expert speakers will share valuable insight […]

Are you ready to take control of your career and transition from being an employee to becoming a successful business owner? Join us for an insightful webinar where we'll explore the different types of business ownership models to determine which one aligns with your lifestyle and goals. Whether you're considering starting your own venture, purchasing […]

Just like your personal identity makes you uniquely you, your brand identity is the special sauce of your business that sets you apart from every other Tom, Dick and Harry, Inc. on the block. And your brand identity design is what shapes your company. But what exactly is brand identity? What does it have to […]

How do you know if your price is “Right”? Nothing drives profitability more positively than effective pricing! This webinar discusses what you must consider when choosing the price for your product or service. You will learn how the “4 C's” of Marketing are critical in todays digital world and how it will affect your pricing […]

Topic: Marketing and Sales There are many social media platforms. Should you be on all of them? How do you know which ones are right for your business? Do you need to keep learning the latest and greatest social media apps? More importantly, can you post the same content everywhere or does it need to […]

The Massachusetts SBA Office along with the Burlington Economic Development Office welcome you. This dynamic event for networking and funding opportunities will also include: A panel discussion with lending experts/SBA Lenders Real stories of local businesses that leveraged financing to expand Our Business Opportunity Specialist will discuss the basics of Federal Government Procurement A panel […]

SEED Corporation and Bluestone Bank provide this free in-person entrepreneurial workshop aimed towards helping business owners get the information they need to succeed. In this workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of planning, preparing for and financing a small business. The workshop is open to anyone currently in business, starting a business, or thinking about someday owning a […]

SEED Corporation and Bluestone Bank provide this free in-person entrepreneurial workshop aimed towards helping business owners get the information they need to succeed. In this workshop, participants will learn how to read a balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement, and keep on top of their business finances. The workshop also explains how a small business owner can […]