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SUMMARY:What Small Business Owners Need to Know About Insurance
DESCRIPTION:Running a business takes courage\, creativity and careful planning\, but protecting it shouldn’t feel overwhelming. This informative session is designed especially for entrepreneurs who want to better understand how to safeguard their businesses and plan for the unexpected.  \nJoin us for a practical\, easy-to-understand conversation covering the essentials of commercial insurance. Whether you’re just starting out\, operating a home-based business or looking to strengthen your current coverage\, this session will provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions.  \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn:  \n\nThe basics of commercial insurance\, including general liability\, property\, business interruption and commercial auto coverage \n\n\nKey considerations for home-based and self-employed businesses \n\n\nAn introduction to cyber liability and flood insurance \n\n\nHow to effectively work with an insurance producer to assess risks and choose the right coverage for your business \n\n\nCommon gaps in coverage and how to avoid costly mistakes \n\nPresenter: Patricia Dorn\, Associate Commissioner for Consumer Education and Advocacy at the Maryland Insurance Administration. She leads the Consumer Education and Advocacy Unit (CEAU)\, which is tasked with educating Maryland residents about insurance products and helping Marylanders understand their rights and obligations under the terms of their insurance policies. She holds a bachelor’s degree from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology and a Professional of Insurance Regulation designation from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Dorn has served at the Maryland Insurance Administration since 2012. \nView the shared screen recording with ASL on Zoom \nView the speaker and slides recording on Zoom \nDownload the transcript \nDownload the presentation slides \nView the recording on YouTube (coming soon)
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/what-small-business-owners-need-to-know-about-insurance/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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SUMMARY:Small Business Webinar: SSDI and SSI and Self-Employment (Two-Part Event)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of SSDI in March and SSI in April and how to pursue self-employment. This two-part series is presented by experts from Cornell University. Recordings will be available after each event. \nApril 15\, 2026: SSI and Self-Employment \nSSI is a very complex program. Categorical eligibility\, resource eligibility and income reporting can all be overwhelming for you (or your recipient). How does work impact benefits?  \nThis session will take you through the disability and financial eligibility criteria and follow up with the significant work incentives allowed by the SSI program. You will learn how benefits planning can be very effective when an SSI recipient becomes interested in work or has begun working.  \nAt this event\, you will learn:  \n\nAbout the “welfare” nature of the SSI program. \n\n\nHow to calculate an SSI payment. \n\n\nHow work incentives can protect cash payments. \n\n\nWatch the Zoom Shared Screen Recording \nWatch the Webinar on YouTube (coming soon) \nDownload the Webinar Transcript \nDownload the presentation slides \nMarch 18\, 2026: SSDI and Self-Employment \nIf you receive (or work with recipients of) SSDI benefits\, did you know there are work incentives if you are interested in\, or begin to\, work?  \nThis session will take you through the basics of SSDI eligibility and all available work incentives\, such as:  \n\nthe Trial Work Period\,  \n\n\nthe Re-Entitlement Period\,  \n\n\nImpairment Related Work Expenses (IRWEs) and  \n\n\nSubsidies and Special Conditions. \n\nHave you (or your recipient) performed Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) in a month? Are you sure? Using the work incentives we can reduce “gross wages” to “countable wages” and find that you remain eligible for a cash SSDI payment.  \nAt this event\, you will learn:  \n\nAbout the disability standard of the SSDI program. \n\n\nHow to determine if your recipient’s wages are really SGA. \n\n\nAbout the progressive work incentives of the SSDI program. \n\nFor VR and other professionals: this series will be a great “primer” for the upcoming Self-Employment training that will be offered in June 2026.  \nThe contents of this webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices\, models\, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of\, adaptations of\, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy\, relevance\, timeliness\, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed\, or materials provided by any Federal agency (EDGAR 75.620).
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/small-business-webinar-ssdi-and-ssi-and-self-employment-two-part-event-2/
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T131106Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Webinar: SSDI and SSI and Self-Employment (Two-Part Event)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of SSDI in March and SSI in April and how to pursue self-employment. This two-part series is presented by experts from Cornell University. Recordings will be available after each event. \nMarch 18\, 2026: SSDI and Self-Employment  \nIf you receive (or work with recipients of) SSDI benefits\, did you know there are work incentives if you are interested in\, or begin to\, work?  \nThis session will take you through the basics of SSDI eligibility and all available work incentives\, such as:  \n\nthe Trial Work Period\,  \n\n\nthe Re-Entitlement Period\,  \n\n\nImpairment Related Work Expenses (IRWEs) and  \n\n\nSubsidies and Special Conditions. \n\nHave you (or your recipient) performed Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) in a month? Are you sure? Using the work incentives we can reduce “gross wages” to “countable wages” and find that you remain eligible for a cash SSDI payment.  \n At this event\, you will learn:  \n\nAbout the disability standard of the SSDI program. \n\n\nHow to determine if your recipient’s wages are really SGA. \n\n\nAbout the progressive work incentives of the SSDI program. \n\nFor VR and other professionals: this series will be a great “primer” for the upcoming Self-Employment training that will be offered in June 2026.  \nRegister for the Series Now! \nView the Zoom recording with ASL and captions \nView the recording on YouTube \nView and download the presentation slides  \nDownload the transcript \nRead questions and answers  \n  \n \nApril 15\, 2026: SSI and Self-Employment \nSSI is a very complex program. Categorical eligibility\, resource eligibility and income reporting can all be overwhelming for you (or your recipient). How does work impact benefits?  \nThis session will take you through the disability and financial eligibility criteria and follow up with the significant work incentives allowed by the SSI program. You will learn how benefits planning can be very effective when an SSI recipient becomes interested in work or has begun working.  \nAt this event\, you will learn:  \n\nAbout the “welfare” nature of the SSI program. \n\n\nHow to calculate an SSI payment. \n\n\nHow work incentives can protect cash payments. \n\nASL Interpretation and Captioning will be provided. To make a reasonable accommodation request or if you have questions about this session\, please email Laura Thrasher at lthrasher@ndi-inc.org. Please allow at least 3-5 business days’ advance notice; last-minute requests will be accepted but may not be possible to fulfill. \nThe contents of this webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices\, models\, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of\, adaptations of\, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy\, relevance\, timeliness\, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed\, or materials provided by any Federal agency (EDGAR 75.620). \nAll personal data will be kept confidential\, and we will not share individual demographic data with any third party. National Disability Institute (NDI) collects data to help secure future funding to create programs that serve the community.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/small-business-webinar-ssdi-and-ssi-and-self-employment-two-part-event/
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20260218T153000
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SUMMARY:The Art of a Great Go-To-Market Strategy: How to Prepare Your Business for the BIG LAUNCH!
DESCRIPTION:Launching your business is much more than creating a social media ad and hoping for the best.  Entrepreneurs must understand that before anyone clicks\, buys or commits\, they must BELIEVE.  But building a belief strategy is hardly ever discussed in accelerators\, books or startup events…until now!  In this webinar\, founders will learn how to increase their chances of an insanely successful product launch by concentrating on conviction rather than conversion. \nFeaturing: Coko Eason;  GTM Expert and Senior Program Manager for 2GI \nBio: Coko Eason is a former startup founder with over 7 years of experience in tech\, accelerators\, GTM strategies and venture capital.  She also has an extensive background in event management and uses those skill sets to teach others how to plan\, execute\, operate\, sell and manage any type of business\, project or product. \nWatch the Zoom Shared Screen Recording \nAccess the full video of ASL interpretation \nWatch the Webinar on YouTube \nDownload the Transcript \nView and download the presentation slides
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/the-art-of-a-great-go-to-market-strategy-how-to-prepare-your-business-for-the-big-launch/
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20260121T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
CREATED:20251217T211323Z
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SUMMARY:The Entrepreneur's Unfiltered Truth: Is Small Business Ownership Right for You?
DESCRIPTION:Dive into “The Good\, The Bad\, and The Ugly” of small business ownership. This event provides candid\, comprehensive information to help you make a fully informed decision before you take the leap into entrepreneurship. \n\n\nPresented by: \nAmy Williams\, founder of Self Employment Consulting\, overcame a spinal injury through entrepreneurship while supporting herself and her three children. This experience\, along with a background as a loan officer and founder of seven companies of her own\, inspired her to help others with disabilities. Amy is passionate about empowering youth and adults who are interested in entrepreneurship and guiding them towards success. Self Employment Consulting now contracts with eight vocational rehabilitation agencies\, providing self-employment services. Amy also consults globally and has extensive experience working with diverse youth and adult clients with all types of disabilities on their businesses. \n\nArchived event materials:  \n\nView the Zoom recording with shared screen ASL\nView the recording on YouTube\nDownload the transcript\nView and download the presentation slides\n\nFrom Amy: Resources and Assistance for Disabled Business Owners \nFrom Amy: Top Ten Questions \nFrom Amy: Successful Entrepreneur Characteristics \nASL Interpretation and Captioning was provided. To make a reasonable accommodation request or if you have questions about this session\, please email Laura Thrasher at lthrasher@ndi-inc.org. Please allow at least 3-5 business days’ advance notice; last-minute requests will be accepted but may not be possible to fulfill.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/the-entrepreneurs-unfiltered-truth-is-small-business-ownership-right-for-you/
CATEGORIES:Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
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SUMMARY:Reimagine Your Business Plan: The One-Page Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Think a business plan must be long\, complicated and overwhelming? Think again. \nWhether you’re launching a startup or rethinking an existing business\, this free webinar will show you how to design\, visualize\, and refine your business model in a single page using the Business Model Canvas. What You’ll Learn: \n\nWhy the Business Model Canvas is a modern alternative to traditional business plans\nHow to break down your business into 9 essential building blocks\nHow to use the Canvas to generate new ideas\, pivot your strategy or scale\nExperience a live interactive walkthrough of a sample business idea using Canvas\n\nWho Should Watch? \n\nStartup founders & aspiring entrepreneurs\nSmall business owners looking to rethink their strategy\nCreatives\, freelancers or consultants with a business idea\nAnyone who struggles with the “traditional” business plan format\n\nFree Bonus Materials – all attendees receive: \n\nA printable Business Model Canvas template\nA completed sample Canvas with a real-world example from a startup to inspire your own plan (see PowerPoint Slides).\n\nPresented by: Heather Lawver\, Founder and CEO\, Ceemo.ai \nWatch the Zoom Shared Screen Recording \nWatch the Webinar on YouTube \nView and download the PowerPoint Slides  \nDownload the Transcript  \nThe contents of the webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices\, models\, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of\, adaptations of\, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy\, relevance\, timeliness\, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency. (EDGAR 75.620) \nAll personal data will be kept confidential\, and we will not share individual demographic data with any third party. National Disability Institute (NDI) collects data to help secure future funding to create programs that serve the community.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/reimagine-your-business-plan-the-one-page-business-model-canvas/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T173104Z
UID:1302-1758823200-1758830400@www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org
SUMMARY:LIVE $10\,000 Maryland Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:On September 25\, 2025\, five innovators in high-tech sectors (STEM\, R&D\, manufacturing) will pitch for a chance to win $10\,000 in funding. \nRegister: Coming soon.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/live-10000-maryland-pitch-competition/
CATEGORIES:Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
CREATED:20250714T175838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T205340Z
UID:1267-1757512800-1757520000@www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Your Business\, Your Benefits: Social Security Work Incentives for Self-Employed Success
DESCRIPTION:Are you an SSA disability recipient? Are you interested in returning to work as a self-employed individual in your own business? This webinar provides the information you need to use work incentives to help protect your cash and healthcare benefits. An overview of Social Security Work Incentives will help you get your business off to a great start! \nPresented by Ray Cebula\, Program Director of the Work Incentive Support Center\, Yang-Tan Institute on Employment & Disability \nASL Interpretation and Captioning were provided. If you have questions about this session\, please email info@disabilitysmallbusiness.org. \nWatch the Zoom Shared Screen Recording \nWatch the Webinar on YouTube \nView and download the PowerPoint Slides \nDownload the transcript \nDownload the Q&A Document \nThe contents of the webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices\, models\, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of\, adaptations of\, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy\, relevance\, timeliness\, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency. (EDGAR 75.620) \nAll personal data will be kept confidential\, and we will not share individual demographic data with any third party. National Disability Institute (NDI) collects data to help secure future funding to create programs that serve the community.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/your-business-your-benefits-social-security-work-incentives-for-self-employed-success/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250827T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T000000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
CREATED:20250811T214332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T172715Z
UID:1293-1756252800-1756252800@www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Application Deadline: $10\,000 Maryland Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Maryland-based disabled entrepreneurs\, this is your moment!\nOn September 25\, 2025\, five innovators in high-tech sectors (STEM\, R&D\, manufacturing) will pitch for a chance to win $10\,000 in funding. \nWho Can Apply: \n\nMaryland-based entrepreneurs (business registered or operating in Maryland)\nIdentify as a disabled entrepreneur\nBusiness or idea in a high-tech sector\n\nKey Dates: \n\nApply by: August 27\, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)\nPitch Webinar (optional): August 29\, 2025\n2-Minute Pitch Video Due: September 4\, 2025\nLive Competition: September 25\, 2025\n\nWhy Apply: \n\nOne-on-one coaching from expert Heather Lawver\nA high-visibility platform for your business\n$10\,000 in funding for the winner\n\nRegister: https://www.2gether-international.org/pitch-competition
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/maryland-disabled-entrepreneurs-pitch-competition-2025/
CATEGORIES:Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250813T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250813T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
CREATED:20250327T172502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T125154Z
UID:1219-1755093600-1755099000@www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Business Basics: Essential Steps to Launch Your Startup (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Business Basics: Essential Steps to Launch Your Startup (3-Part Series)  \nStarting a business is more than just having a great idea\, it requires careful planning and the right foundation. This three-part webinar series will guide you through the essential steps to structure\, protect and fund your business. Join industry experts as they share key insights to help you successfully launch your business with confidence.  \nSession 1: Legal Business Structures & Public Benefits Considerations \nLearning Objectives: \n\nChoose the right legal structure (LLC\, S-Corp\, Sole Proprietorship) \nUnderstand how SSI\, SSDI and public benefits impact business owners \nSelect the best tax structure for your business \n\nArchived Event Materials \n\nView the Zoom recording with shared screen\nView the recording on YouTube\nView and download the presentation slides \nDownload the transcript\nDownload the Questions and Answers\n\nSession 2: Bookkeeping & Accounting Essentials for Startups \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn bookkeeping\, tax basics and obligations for sole proprietors and single-member LLCs \nLearn the importance of having a separate personal and business banking account to keep business financials organized.\nLearn how to obtain an EIN for free \nGain understanding the basic concepts of cost of goods\, revenue\, expenses and profit \nIdentify common tax mistakes that entrepreneurs can avoid. \n\nArchived Event Materials \n\nView the Zoom recording with shared screen\nView the recording on YouTube\nView and download the presentation slides\nDownload the transcript\n\nSession 3: Financing your Business & Funding Strategies \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplore funding options for your business\, such as loans or grants \nBuild banking relationships \nLearn about CDFI’s and how they can support your financial business needs \nBuild credit and financial security for business growth \n\nArchived Event Materials \n\nView the Zoom recording with shared screen\nView the recording on YouTube\nView and download the presentation slides\nDownload the transcript\n\nASL Interpretation and Captioning were provided for this event. If you have questions about any of the sessions above\, please email info@disabilitysmallbusiness.org. \nThe contents of webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices\, models\, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of\, adaptations of\, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy\, relevance\, timeliness\, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency. (EDGAR 75.620) \nAll personal data will be kept confidential\, and we will not share individual demographic data with any third party. National Disability Institute (NDI) collects data to help secure future funding to create programs that serve the community.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/business-basics-essential-steps-to-launch-your-startup-3-part-series/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
CREATED:20241106T144036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T144036Z
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SUMMARY:Gallaudet Innovation and Entrepreneurship Institute Student BisonTank
DESCRIPTION:This competition offers students and alumni an opportunity to build on their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.\nGallaudet Innovation and Entrepreneurship Institute (GIEI) annually host BisonTank Business Competition. This competition offers students and alumni an opportunity to build on their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit as well as the mindset required to be successful Changemakers. As well\, it offers students the opportunity to explore ways to give back to the community through their innovative ideas. \nEligibility:\n1. There is no fee for entry.\n2. A proposal may be submitted by an individual or as a teams up to 2 members.\n3. Each individual and/or team may submit only one proposal for consideration.\n4. All participants\, including those submitting as a team\, must be currently enrolled as a degree seeking student at Gallaudet University.\n4. Students who are currently on academic or disciplinary probation are not eligible to participate.\n5.. The deadline to submit a proposal is February 2\, 2025 at 11:59 pm eastern. The University reserves the right to determine whether any proposals submitted after the deadline will be accepted. \nProposal Requirements:\n1. Proposals must be in the idea or conceptual phase. No existing start-ups will be considered.\n2. Proposals must be the original work of the participants and must not infringe upon another party’s intellectual property rights.\n3. Proposals containing racial slurs\, sexist remarks\, profanity or other inappropriate or unethical content will be disqualified.\n4. Proposals must not violate any applicable federal and DC state laws. \nIf  you are interested in applying \, please submit your application here by Sunday\, February 2\, 11:59PM EST.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/gallaudet-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-institute-student-bisontank/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:Start up/Pre Venture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250319T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250319T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022026
CREATED:20250128T233831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T190232Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Preparing Grant Applications Effective Grant Writing and Application Tips Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:The “Understanding and Preparing Grant Applications—Effective Grant Writing and Application Tips Masterclass\,” is a focused workshop that helps entrepreneurs craft competitive and impactful grant applications tailored to funding opportunities across diverse industries. \nThis workshop provides targeted guidance to for-profit businesses aiming to secure funding in highly technical\, environmental\, health and research-driven industries. Learn how to craft grant applications that meet funders’ priorities and pave the way for your business’ success. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nLearn the essential components of a successful application and the steps needed to ensure your submission stands out.\nExplore the best practices and strategies for writing clear\, compelling narratives that resonate with funding organizations.\nGain insights into what makes your business stand out in a competitive funding environment.\nLearn tools and techniques to manage timelines\, documentation and other critical components of the grant writing process.\n\nPresented by: Sarah Soliz\, Labyrinth Consulting\, LLC \nASL Interpretation and Captioning were provided. If you have questions about this session\, please email info@disabilitysmallbusiness.org. \nWatch the Zoom Recording \nWatch on YouTube \nView and download the PowerPoint Slides \nDownload the transcript \nThe contents of webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices\, models\, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of\, adaptations of\, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy\, relevance\, timeliness\, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency. (EDGAR 75.620)
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/understanding-and-preparing-grant-applications-effective-grant-writing-and-application-tips-masterclass/
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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SUMMARY:Ambition to Achievement: Goal Setting That Works
DESCRIPTION:Ambition is great\, but ambition without feasibility is failure in disguise. Around this time of year\, you’re setting goals for your business—brainstorming\, whiteboarding\, and daring to dream big. But without the right structure\, capabilities\, and systems\, those goals risk remaining just that—dreams. \nSo\, what does it take to translate ambition into actual impact? What does it take to turn bold goals into real success? \nIt takes an integrated set of choices\, capabilities\, and support systems—in other words\, it takes an engine to drive your goals forward. \nThe Business Goal Engine (BGE) is a powerful framework of six interconnected\, interdependent elements designed to move you from ambition to achievement. \nJoin us for the Ambition to Achievement Masterclass\, where you’ll learn how to: \n\nTurn bold ambitions into feasible\, actionable goals.\nBuild the systems and capabilities needed to bring strategy to life.\nAlign dreams\, tactics\, and techniques\, for real and sustained progress \n\nThis isn’t just about dreaming big—it’s about winning smart. Whether you’re planning for 2025 or the decade ahead\, this masterclass will provide the clarity and tools you need to turn ambition into achievement and vision into real\, lasting impact. \nASL Interpretation and Captioning were provided. If you have questions about this session\, please email info@disabilitysmallbusiness.org. \nWatch the Zoom Recording (with shared screen and gallery view) \nWatch the Webinar on YouTube (with corrected captions) \nView and download the PowerPoint Slides \nDownload the transcript \nThe contents of webinar were developed under grant H421F240198 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices\, models\, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webinar may contain examples of\, adaptations of\, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy\, relevance\, timeliness\, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webinar does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This publication is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency. (EDGAR 75.620)
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/ambition-to-achievement-goal-setting-that-works/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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SUMMARY:Is Owning a Business a Good Fit for You?
DESCRIPTION:Completing this class is an important step towards deciding whether you should start a business. After completing this class\, you will be able to: \n\nClarify some of the myths and realities of small business ownership.\nStart a self-assessment to determine your readiness to become a small business owner.\nSet a plan of action to complete your self-assessments by seeking feedback from stakeholders\, such as family\, friends\, and potential customers.\nHave exclusive access to grant opportunities and professional consulting and mentorship 1:1.\nLearn more about various business resources and program opportunities.\n\nRegister here: https://startup2023.eventbrite.com \nSign up for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready. \nTo make a reasonable accommodation request or if you have questions about this event\, please email Ruth Chavez at rchavez@ndi-inc.org. Please allow at least 3-5 business days’ advance notice; last minute requests will be accepted though may not be possible to fulfill.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/is-owning-a-business-a-good-fit-for-you-3/
LOCATION:Washington County Free Library\, 100 S Potomac St\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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UID:745-1686913200-1686920400@www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Is Owning a Business a Good Fit for You?
DESCRIPTION:Completing this class is an important step towards deciding whether you should start a business. After completing this class\, you will be able to: \n\nClarify some of the myths and realities of small business ownership.\nStart a self-assessment to determine your readiness to become a small business owner.\nSet a plan of action to complete your self-assessments by seeking feedback from stakeholders\, such as family\, friends\, and potential customers.\nHave exclusive access to grant opportunities and professional consulting and mentorship 1:1.\nLearn more about various business resources and program opportunities.\n\nRegister here: https://startup2023.eventbrite.com \nTo make a reasonable accommodation request or if you have questions about this event\, please email Ruth Chavez at rchavez@ndi-inc.org. Please allow at least 3-5 business days’ advance notice; last minute requests will be accepted though may not be possible to fulfill.
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/is-owning-a-business-a-good-fit-for-you-2/
LOCATION:Washington County Free Library\, 100 S Potomac St\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Business/Growth,Start up/Pre Venture
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UID:697-1684494000-1684501200@www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Is Owning a Business a Good Fit for You?
DESCRIPTION:Learning Objectives \nAfter completing this class\, you will be able to: \n\nClarify some of the myths and realities of small business ownership.\nStart a self-assessment to determine your readiness to become a small business owner.\nSet a plan of action to complete your self-assessments by seeking feedback from stakeholders\, such as family\, friends\, and potential customers.\nHave exclusive access to grant opportunities and professional consulting and mentorship 1:1.\nLearn more about various business resources and program opportunities.\n\nRegister here: https://startup2023.eventbrite.com
URL:https://www.disabilitysmallbusiness.org/event/is-owning-a-business-a-good-fit-for-you/
LOCATION:Washington County Free Library\, 100 S Potomac St\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Start up/Pre Venture
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