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The
Massachusetts Export Center
Spring 2009 Partners
for Trade catalog* (pdf) contains complete information on international trade seminars offered
throughout the state. Click on the image below to download the latest
seminar information
or visit their website at
www.mass.gov/export.
Each registration link is program-specific. If no link is listed, online registration
is not available.
Preregistration is required for all seminars.
Registrations are booked after
payment is received on a first-come, first-served basis.
To reserve your space, mail your payment
to the appropriate office with
a copy of the completed registration form.
Programs may be added or cancelled; schedule is subject to
change.
All training seminars are held in Massachusetts unless otherwise noted.
Did you know that SBA offers free online
training? Click on logo below to see what topics are available.
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Getting Started in
Business
This popular class provides an overview of business startup
issues including marketing, financial management, legal and tax
issues, and includes a free workbook. Sessions are held at
various locations throughout the Boston area.
>Click here for complete listing
of dates, times and locations.
You will be redirected to the Boston Regional Office's website.
Click 'back' on your browser to return to this website.
Cost:
Free
Contact: Boston Regional Office & Minority Business
Center at
617-287-7750 or via email at
sbdc@umb.edu
How to Obtain a GSA Schedules Contract
This free one-day workshop is held monthly in Boston.
This workshop, designed to encourage and support small
businesses interested in obtaining a GSA Federal Supply Schedule
contract, is held throughout the year. Learn more about
contracting opportunities, the procurement process and resources
available.
Not sure which solicitation applies to
your product or service?
GSA's Schedules e-Library
website in order to view or download solicitations. You can also
view and download solicitations by visiting Federal
Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps)
website.
Before attending the workshop, please review the
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the GSA Schedules
Program.
GSA also has a
Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Express Program
- please direct questions regarding it to (866) 472-5738 or send
email to
mas.express@gsa.gov.
Date: Monday, June 29, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Thomas P. O'Neill, Jr. Federal
Building, Auditorium 1st Floor,
10 Causeway Street, Boston (directions)
Contact: U.S. General Services Administration
at 866-734-1727
>>Register online by clicking here
Cosponsored by GSA Office of Small Business Utilization
Social Networking -
Getting You LinkedIn!
 If
you would like to learn more about how to best utilize
Linkedin as a networking vehicle, reserve a seat at this
seminar. Tricia White, senior business advisor with the
MSBDC Southeast Regional Office, will open an account
and walk through the process of creating a profile as
well as account updates for best optimization.
Date:
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Time: 7:45 - 9:45 a.m.
Location: Tri-Town
Chamber of Commerce, 15 West Street, Mansfield
Cost: Free
Contact: Ruthie @
508-339-5655
Cosponsored by the Tri-Town Chamber of
Commerce
SEED Basic
Entrepreneurial Workshop: Session I: Learn the Fundamentals of
Planning, Preparing for and Financing Your Business
This workshop is geared toward helping potential entrepreneurs
evaluate and understand the fundamentals of owning one’s own
business. Information on how to get started, where and how to
get financing, and the loan application process will be
presented. Attendees will also be provided with a guide to
writing a business plan and other materials. The Speaker will be
Laurie Walsh, SEED Corporation. Complimentary breakfast will be
provided. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: New Bedford Chamber of Commerce, 794
Purchase Street, New Bedford
Cost: FREE
Contact:
Tamarah Barao, SEED Corporation @
508-822-1020
RSVP by June 23
Cosponsored by: SEED Corporation, New Bedford Area Chamber
of Commerce, New Bedford Economic Development Council and SCORE
SEED Basic
Entrepreneurial Workshop: Session II: Learn to Understand
Financial Statements and How They Help to Determine the Health
of Your Business
The focus of this workshop is to help attendees understand a
balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement. The
workshop also explains how a small business owner can anticipate
financial needs in order to operate his/her business more
efficiently. The Speaker will be Melinda Ailes, Regional
Director, MA Small Business Development Center
Network. Complimentary lunch will be provided.
Date:
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Time:
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location:
New Bedford Chamber of Commerce, 794
Purchase Street, New Bedford
Cost:
FREE
Contact:
Tamarah Barao, SEED Corporation @ 508-822-1020
RSVP by June 23
Cosponsored by: SEED Corporation, New Bedford Area Chamber
of Commerce, New Bedford Economic Development Council and SCORE
Cancellation
Policy
(See
policies below
for
international
trade
seminars)
Cancellations received by noon the day prior to the seminar
will be entitled to a refund. No refund will be given on
notifications received after that time or in any no-show
situation. The MSBDC reserves the right to cancel or
reschedule a seminar due to insufficient enrollment.
Registration fees will be returned or credited towards a
future program.
Partners for Trade
International Trade Seminar Policies
Preregistration is required
for all seminars and payment must accompany registration form.
Confirmations will not be sent - please mark your calendar!
Seminar materials are for attendees only.
Cancellation: Cancellations received 48
hours prior to the seminar will be entitled to a refund. No
refund will be given on notifications received after that time
or in any no-show situation. The MSBDC reserves the right to
cancel or reschedule a seminar due to insufficient enrollment.
Registration fees will be returned or credited towards a future
program.
Series Payment:
To qualify for series pricing, all sessions must be
paid prior to the first class; otherwise, the higher individual
prices prevail.
Discount Pricing:
Seminars are offered a at nominal fee; therefore we do
not offer any discount pricing.
Walk-Ins:
There will be a
$15 walk-in fee (in addition to the registration fee) for all
attendees who have not registered by noon the day prior to the
seminar.
Payment
is due with
your registration. Registrations through our website require
payment in advance also. We do not accept credit cards or purchase
orders, nor do we invoice participants.
No Shows: Due to the costs we incur as a result of
people who sign up for seminars and do not attend, effective
immediately, the MSBDC will bill unpaid registrants for the full
cost of the seminar unless cancelled by noon the day prior to the
event.
For free seminars, no
shows will be charged a fee to cover food and materials costs.
If you have questions or need clarification on these
policies, please call
413-545-6309. |
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