The Concept – Every Great Company Starts as an Idea
Join us for a discussion about turning your big idea into a viable business, featuring a panel of experts discussing a variety of topics to consider during the conceptualization phase of entrepreneurship including: Local resources available for you along your entrepreneurial journey How to create a business plan, including milestones to keep you on track and
Reopening the Economy: How Entrepreneurs Are Preparing for the Future
It’s been an unprecedented spring for startups and small businesses. Some have had to close their doors, others have had to make serious adjustments to survive and a few have built a new future in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us for a conversation about what comes next for these businesses as the
What Comes Next? How COVID-19 is Changing the Future of Entrepreneurship
In the coming months, the economy will begin its long march back from an unprecedented pandemic-induced recession. Some startups and small businesses will shut down during this time while others will be forever changed by the adversity they’ve faced. Yet, some entrepreneurs are finding their future in the new opportunities revealed by this crisis. Join
Making Time for your Mental Health in an Unhealthy Economy
Life as an entrepreneur is full of stress in the best of times. Add in a global pandemic and a struggling economy and it can be a recipe for depression, substance abuse and a host of other health issues. Join us for an honest conversation about balancing the needs of your business with your own
WEBINAR: Leading from Home – Tips For Running A Successful Virtual Office
Working from home isn’t a new idea, but the COVID-19 pandemic has turned a niche concept into a necessity for the vast majority of companies. In this free webinar, a panel of experts unpacks how to communicate effectively with a 100% virtual team, how to set clear goals and keep employee engagement high while avoiding
WEBINAR: Raising Capital in the Midst of COVID – How the Current Pandemic is Impacting Venture Capital
The COVID-19 Pandemic has ground many businesses to a halt, but startups still need to raise capital regardless of the current economic uncertainty. This can be a real challenge as investors refocus their immediate attention on their existing portfolios. In this free webinar, a panel of investors will examine how the venture world is reacting
WEBINAR: When to Wind Down Your Business
Whether it’s due to the COVID-19 pandemic or other circumstances, most entrepreneurs will face winding down a business at some point. In fact, more than half of all U.S. small businesses close within five years of launch. In this free webinar, a panel of experts will discuss how to know when the time is right
WEBINAR: Strengthening Client Relationships at a Distance: Strategies for B2B Companies
B2B (business-to-business) companies face real challenges right now. Not only are they physically separated from their customers, these customers are also dealing with sales, staffing and supply chain disruptions of their own. Join us for this free webinar, where a virtual panel of experts will help you adjust your sales & marketing strategies to keep
WEBINAR: Keeping Your Customers Close: Tips for B2C Businesses
The COVID-19 crisis has hit direct-to-consumer businesses especially hard. Many are highly dependent on foot traffic for their sales and those who can rely on e-commerce still face a wall of distraction and new competition. Join us for this free webinar, where a virtual panel of experts will offer guidance on how to stay close
WEBINAR: Extending the Runway: Financial Decisions to Make Right Now
In times of economic crisis, understanding the financial fundamentals of your business is more important than ever. Join us for this free webinar, where a virtual panel of CFOs and CPAs will offer guidance to help startups and small businesses slow their cash burn and weather this period of uncertainty.
WEBINAR: Renegotiating Contracts in a Crisis
When businesses are struggling to survive, there’s no such thing as a settled contract. Join us for a free webinar offering expert advice on how to renegotiate contracts during tough economic times. Whether you’re a vendor, a customer, or both, you’ll leave with actionable tips on restructuring deals in ways that benefit everyone involved.
Leading Your Business Through an Economic Crisis: A Free Webinar for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
Join us for a free webinar designed to connect entrepreneurs and small business owners with experienced mentors who have lived and led through past economic crises. With little warning, the COVID-19 outbreak has created a serious threat to many of the businesses JumpStart supports. In this time of uncertainty, the right knowledge at the right