Workshops & Technical Assistance

We offer technical assistance for business owners that would want to know about starting a business, financing options and referrals to a large network of business experts.

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Past Business Seminars

Topic: Stay out of Legal Trouble

  • Best practices for creating and maintaining a business legal entity to avoid personal liability

  • Employment issues for small business owners

  • Employee classification –  independent contractor vs. employee

  • Use of volunteers, interns, and family members

  • What is required when hiring employees

  • Using contracts and best practices when dealing with other parties

Topic: Consumer Debt

  • The collection process and the ins and outs of settlements

  • Why Debt Settlement Agencies can be dangerous and your rights under the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act

  • Disputing collection items and debt consolidation

  • Tips for handling tax debt and student loans

  • What to do if a creditor sues you

  • Considering bankruptcy? Learn the pros and cons if considering this last resort option.

Topic: Legal Considerations in Operating an Online Business

  • Do business entities need to be formed?

  • Permits/ licenses compliance

  • Credit card sales

  • Exposure to liability

Topic: Negotiating a Commercial Leasing

  • Terms and clauses you want to include in the lease

  • Understanding the terms of the lease

  • Calculating rent and additional rent

Topic: Cost-effective Social Media Marketing

  • Building a following

  • Promoting Sales

  • Creating Rewards/Incentives

Topic: Understanding and Managing Cash Flow

  • Understanding Cash Flow statements

  • Best practices for cash management – cash outflows

  • Best practices for cash management – cash inflows