NYS Small Business Development Center Spring 2014 Programs

The NYS Small Business Development Center will be running a number of programs this Spring. Pre-registration is required for all workshops. NO REFUNDS. Transfer payment to another workshop can be accommodated with prior notice & approval.  For more information please call  (631) 420-2765.

Going from an Inventor to an Entrepreneur:
Wed, May 14th 9-11 am
SBDC Conference Center
So you've got an idea for a new product? How do you know if your invention has potential? Learn how to increase your product's likelihood for success by searching for existing patents, defining the competition, sizing your target market, and understanding market needs/consumer interest. You'll learn the steps you need to take before investing your time and money in a new invention. Fee of $12. Pre-registration is required. Print a parking permit here.

Government Contracting Opportunities 2014 Mini Conference:
Wed, May 28th 9:30-1:30 pm
Thompson Hall room 220
Come learn about procurement opportunities from the experts: Federal Government, NY State Government, NY City Government, and Nassau & Suffolk Counties. Four firms will also share information on how they acquired contracts. All Small Businesses, Veteran Owned Businesses, Woman & Minority Owned Businesses are encouraged to attend this education forum.  Fee of $20.  Pre-registration is required. Print a parking permit here.

Creating a Culture of Ownership in your Company:
Thurs, May 29th 9-11 am
SBDC Conference Center
Does the expression, "You can't get good help these days" come to mind when you think about your own employees? Are you worried about what your employees are doing and saying to customers when you're away? It's possible to get your employees to think and act like owners of the business without giving them stock or paying them more than market rates. Come learn how to demonstrate the behaviors you want your employees to emulate to customers plus much more. Fee of $12.  Pre-registration is required. Print a parking permit here.