Tuesday, Nov. 5
First Step: Business Start Up Essentials (Butler County)
Designed for new business startups and entrepreneurs, attendees will learn about business
structure and formation, insurance, government procurement, financing options, major
components of the business plan, taxation requirements and more. Sponsored by the
Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Suite 101, Butler County Community Development Corporation,
120 Hollywood Dr., Butler.
Cost: $25.
For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412) 396-1633.
Thursday, Nov. 7
Export Documentation
This workshop will explain the skills needed for organizing, administering, or processing
export orders in small, medium or large firms. Topics covered include export insurance,
shipping and packaging issues, export documentation review and more. Sponsored by
the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave.,
Pittsburgh.
Cost: $399.
For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412) 396-1633.
Wednesday, Nov. 13
First Step: Business Start Up Essentials (Pittsburgh)
Designed for new business startups and entrepreneurs, attendees will learn about business
structure and formation, insurance, government procurement, financing options, major
components of the business plan, taxation requirements and more. Sponsored by the
Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
9:30 a.m. to noon, Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave.,
Pittsburgh.
Cost: $25.
For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412) 396-1633.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Export Essentials: Make the World Your Market
This workshop will explain the process of exporting and how it can help businesses
gain exposure to new ideas, markets and business practices. Topics covered include
international legal aspects, global market opportunities, and international shipping
and payment. Sponsored by the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
9:30 a.m. to noon, Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave.,
Pittsburgh.
Cost: $25.
For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412) 396-1633.
First Step: Business Start Up Essentials (Lawrence County)
Designed for new business startups and entrepreneurs, attendees will learn about business
structure and formation, insurance, government procurement, financing options, major
components of the business plan, taxation requirements and more. Sponsored by the
Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Lawrence County Regional Chamber of Commerce, 325 E. Washington
St., New Castle.
Cost: $25.
For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412) 396-1633.
Friday, Nov. 15
Sales Boot Camp
This workshop will explain the techniques that create long lasting customer relationships,
consistent sales results and long-term customers who are willing to give references.
Important topics covered include cold calling, customer retention and networking.
The speaker will be Scot Teachout from Peak Performance-Sandler Training. Sponsored
by the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes Ave.,
Pittsburgh.
Cost: $399.
For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412) 396-1633.
Tuesday, Nov. 19
Boost Your Website's Visibility: SEO 101
This workshop will explain how to increase website visibility, engage with leads,
and increase sales and brand awareness. Topics covered include optimizing website
content, Google SEO tools, and search engine marketing. The speaker will be Chris
Vendilli, CEO and Founder from ProFromGo. Sponsored by the Duquesne University Small
Business Development Center.
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne University, 600 Forbes
Ave., Pittsburgh.
Cost: $35. For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412)
396-1633.
Wednesday, Nov. 20
QuickBooks Online Version
This workshop will give a product overview of QuickBooks Online. Topics covered include
navigating, recording transactions and reporting. The speaker will be Alicia Davis
from Dennis Piper and Associates, P.C. Sponsored by the Duquesne University Small
Business Development Center. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Room 108, Rockwell Hall, Duquesne
University, 600 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh.
Cost: $35.
For more information and to register, visit www.duq.edu/sbdc or call (412) 396-1633.
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