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Next Step to Starting a Business

Event Date: 
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Location: 
This workshop is an extension of ‘First Step to Starting a Business’ and will cover more comprehensive topics for starting a business including, interest inventory, SWOT analysis, the business model canvas, and finance templates. The workshop will begin promptly at 1:00 P.M. This workshop will be offered via Zoom, and in person, at the PA CareerLink Lehigh® Valley office. When registering, please choose if you will attend in-person or online. If you choose online attendance, links will be sent closer to the event date. IN PERSON LOCATION: PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley | 555 Union Boulevard Allentown PA, 18109

First Step to Starting a Business

Event Date: 
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
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Join us for a workshop that will discuss essential topics for starting a business, including the requirements for initiation, obtaining financing, necessary licenses and applications, and the significance and function of a business plan, marketing plan, and financial plan. The workshop will begin promptly at 1:00 P.M. This workshop will be offered via Zoom, and in person, at the PA CareerLink Lehigh® Valley office. When registering, please choose if you will attend in-person or online. If you choose online attendance, links will be sent closer to the event date. IN PERSON LOCATION: PA CareerLink® Lehigh Valley | 555 Union Boulevard Allentown PA, 18109

Rossin College Graduate School Fair

Event Date: 
Friday, October 20, 2023 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location: 
Lobby
Stop by to meet with advisors from all of Lehigh's grad programs in engineering. Our exciting, innovative degrees can help you elevate your career—even if you aren't an engineer. Scholarships available up to 50%App fee waivers for grad fair attendeesAsk about our Accelerated BS to MS "4+1"

Bringing the World to PA

Event Date: 
Thursday, September 22, 2022 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Location: 
Iacocca Hall Wood Dining Room
Returning in-person for the first time since September 2019, Bringing the World to PA is the Lehigh Valley's premiere international trade event. This annual event brings Pennsylvania's Authorized Trade Representatives to the Lehigh Valley to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your business needs and opportunities in up to 44 international markets.

The Export Administration Regulations: Russia and Belarus Sanctions

Event Date: 
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Join the Lehigh Export Network, the U.S. Commercial Service, and the Bureau of Industry and Security for this webinar about the recently imposed sanctions to Russia and Belarus as a result of the conflict in Ukraine. This session will cover EAR terms and definitions, criteria for license requirements, Russia and Belarus sanctions, and resources to help you remain export compliant. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.

Goal Setting, Planning, and Strategizing for your business

Event Date: 
Thursday, October 14, 2021 - 11:30am to 1:00pm
Goal Setting, Planning, and Strategizing for Growth! The journey to growing your business is easier with guided navigation. Join us to set your own GPS to success with a 3-part series on the Goal Setting, Planning, and Strategic Execution of your growth plan. Each 90 minute session includes an interactive presentation, Growth Wheel activity, and supplemental materials. Upon completion of the webinars,attendees will receive online access to the learning library and additional resources. Sign up today to set the course to your desired destination. Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Thursdays 10/14/21 - Goal Setting 10/21/21 - Planning for Growth 10/28/21 - Strategies for Execution

1 Million Cups | Small Business Development Center

Event Date: 
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 - 9:00am
Location: 
Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
1 Million Cups is an event that brings together the Lehigh Valley entrepreneurial community over coffee and conversation.

The First Step (Webinar) | Small Business Development Center

Event Date: 
Tuesday, December 10, 2019 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
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Do you want to Start a Business? Do you have Financing questions? Then plan to attend - The First Step Seminar! The First Step Seminar topics include: developing a business idea, startup basics, required licenses & applications, the function & importance of a business plan, and financing basics.

INCOTERMS 2020 Training w/Mike Allocca | Small Business Development Center

Event Date: 
Thursday, December 5, 2019 - 8:00am to 12:00pm
Location: 
Iacocca Hall Wood Dining Room
New Incoterms take effect in January 2020. Is your company ready? Topics Covered: A complete review of all new Incoterms 2020 – what are they, when, and how to use them. Understanding how to incorporate proper usage of incoterms into proforma and commercial invoices. Sales strategies on how incoterms should be used to increase sales and lower unnecessary liability/exposure and costs. Strategies to limit liability and address title transfer when providing quotations or letters of credit. Common errors when using incoterms, and how to turn those into your advantage. Understanding responsibilities between buyer & seller in terms of risk, obligation, and costs. Program Cost $199 if you register by October 31st $249 starting November 1st Includes all reference material, including the new official ICC Incoterms 2020 guidebook and an Incoterms chart. Seating is limited, reservations & payment required to guarantee seat.

1 Million Cups | Small Business Development Center

Event Date: 
Wednesday, December 4, 2019 - 9:00am
Location: 
Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
1 Million Cups is an event that brings together the Lehigh Valley entrepreneurial community over coffee and conversation.

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Funding support and resources are provided by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Department of Community & Economic Development; through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration; and in part through support from Lehigh University. All services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatroy basis. Special arrangements for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency can be made by calling (610) 758-3980. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. SBDC services are not available to individuals or entities that have been barred or suspended by the federal government. By agreeing to receive assistance from the SBDC you are self-certifying that you are not currently federally bedarred or suspended and also agree to cease using SBDC services if you become federally barred or suspended in the future.