Current business owners and employees looking to sharpen their corporate knowledge are encouraged to attend our business skills workshops. Click here to sign up for this newsletter.
Wednesday, July 21, 2022, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Join the Northwest Commission PTAC, for an overview of the federal and Pennsylvania government's programs for increasing supplier diversity.
Thursday, July 21, 2022, 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This monthly webinar provides an overview on the steps to start a business along with an in-depth look at a business plan. Topics include business registrations, licenses, business structures, taxation, research tools, and what to expect in financing your business.
Wednesday, July 27, 2022, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. In this webinar, you will learn: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It.
Monday, August 1, 2022, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. During this webinar, learn how Google Search Console and Google Analytics can help measure digital performance.
Thursday, August 4, 2022, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. This webinar will provide a walk through of what Canva does and how you can make an account. The instructor will show how to make digital marketing content, add and edit pictures and text, how to use Canva for video marketing, and more.
SAVE THE DATE: Live2Lead on October 26, 2022! |
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Agriculture Center of Excellence |
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**Win up to $25,000 Cash!** AG FOOD & BEVERAGE BIG IDEA CONTEST - Ben Franklin Technology Partners, an award winning tech-based economic development program, is looking for innovators with BIG IDEAS who are developing new products or processes in the agriculture (AG) and food/beverage industries. Examples might include a new take on drone or smart farming, soil and crop health, pest management, AG machinery and automation, robotic solutions, sensor applications, dairy management, innovative food and beverage products, packaging, processing and supply chain solutions, and more!
July 21, 2022 Learn about online tools available from the USDA and SBA to help you start, grow and succeed in your farming, ranching or related business.
August 9 - 11, 2022 Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor agricultural exposition. With over 400 exhibitors from the United States and Canada, there is something for everyone to enjoy at no cost as parking and admission are free. The show is hosted by Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences and showcases educational programs, current research, and the latest innovations in agricultural equipment and technology.
This on-demand 3 part marketing series will break down social media, storytelling, and a holistic approach to marketing your AG Business!
(On-Demand Recording) This session will focus first on a 5-step process to learn what customers want, gather business resources, take steps to make food safety visible, reset by reflecting and refreshing, and then get ready to take on “the next big challenge.”
The USDA's Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant provides funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to purchase or install renewable energy systems, or make energy efficiency improvements. The awards were recently announced - congratulations to our five clients who received REAP grant funding for their solar, coal dryer, furnace and reverse osmosis projects!
The Farm Vitality Planning Grant Program will help fund professional services for those planning for the future of a farm. The program will enhance the long-term vitality of Pennsylvania's farms through sound business planning, efficient transitions of farm ownership, strategic farm expansion, diversification of agricultural production, and building a team of financial and technical expertise as a resource for Pennsylvania's farmers. |
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Regional and National Events |
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July 26, 2022
August 15 - 21, 2022 |
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PennWest Clarion SBDC! New Name - Same Great Services!
Grants for worker training - PennWest - Clarion is a certified WEDnetPA partner and accepting applications! Pennsylvania offers qualified employers the opportunity to train new and existing employees through WEDnetPA. The progressive training program, funded by the Department of Community and Economic Development, provides qualified companies with money for training in a wide range of essential skills and high-tech topics. The portal is open for 2022-2023 applications. Apply Today! For more information or questions email: jbest@pennwest.edu.
Now Open for 2021-2022 - The Small Business Advantage Grant provides 50% matching grants, up to a maximum of $5,000 to enable Pennsylvania small businesses to purchase energy efficient or pollution prevention equipment, or adopt waste reduction processes.
Provides forgivable loans for Pennsylvania-based small businesses with 3-30 employees. The forgivable loan is intended to provide immediate financial assistance (within maximum 3 days) to meet payroll, preserve healthcare coverage for employees and save jobs while they await recently approved federal funding. |
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We are here to help businesses start, grow and prosper. Connect with us today!
Consulting Services -Available by phone, email, Zoom and in person. Training - Click here to check out our upcoming training events.
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Funding support and resources are provided through a cooperative agreement with the US Small Business Administration, by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Department of Community and Economic Development; and through support from PennWest - Clarion University of Pennsylvania. All services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Special arrangements for persons with disabilities can be made by calling (814) 393-2060. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. |
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