This workshop is designed for startup businesses seeking a strong foundation for long-term success. Participants will learn the essential elements of an effective business plan, focusing on content and format that make it a valuable internal planning tool—even when a plan is not required for investors or lenders. The session guides entrepreneurs through examining their ideas from...
In this in-person workshop, learn the fundamentals of the four main types of intellectual property (IP): trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. For each type of IP, business attorneys will provide examples, explain what each protects (and does not protect), go over the laws governing each, and show where to find official resources to learn...
This workshop is designed for startup businesses ready to turn an entrepreneurial idea into a profitable venture. Building a successful business requires tenacity, curiosity, courage, and the ability to recognize and leverage opportunities. Participants will receive a practical startup checklist, actionable tips, and real-world insights on launching and growing a business. The workshop also addresses the many roles...
Massachusetts Health Connector for Business – health coverage options for small employers Small businesses that need to offer affordable, quality health insurance to employees can learn about cost-effective options from the Massachusetts Health Connector for Business. During this session, representatives from the Commonwealth’s health insurance exchange will detail how small businesses can find plans that provide...