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Tuesday, January 16, 2018 - 9:30am to 11:00amLocal loan and grant programs offer incentive terms and rates to small business owners seeking funding. Eligibility Requirements for City of Allentown, City of Bethlehem, and City of Easton loan and grant programs will be discussed.
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Thursday, December 7, 2017 - 2:30pm to 4:00pmThe First Step is a seminar that covers topics such as what is needed to start a business, obtain financing, licenses and applications that are needed and the importance and function of a business plan, marketing plan and financial plan
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Tuesday, December 5, 2017 - 8:30am to 11:00amDid You Know that all Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and subcontractors are REQUIRED to be compliant with NIST 800-171 by December 31, 2017? This workshop will cover NIST 800-171 along with other cybersecurity best practices.
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Friday, November 17, 2017 - 8:00am to 4:00pmPPL’s Supply Chain will be hosting a Diversity Meet & Greet for diversity-owned companies that are interested in becoming PPL suppliers. There is no cost for the event. The Lehigh SBDC/PTAC will be presenting a segment on obtaining certifications.
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Tuesday, November 14, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pmCOSTARS is a cooperative purchasing program through the Commonwealth of PA which businesses can use as a vehicle to sell to counties, municipalities, schools, and more! The PA Dept of General Services will be presenting on how to participate!
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Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 11:30am to 2:00pmWith the year’s busiest shopping season coming up fast, now’s your chance to make it a success for your business. Since most purchases are made/researched online, it's important that your business can be found. Join us for a free livestream w/Google!
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Tuesday, October 10, 2017 - 2:30pm to 4:00pmThe First Step is an SBDC seminar that covers topics such as what is needed to get started, obtaining financing, licenses and applications that are needed, and the importance and function of a business plan, marketing plan and financial plan.
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Monday, September 11, 2017 - 8:15am to 4:00pmThe Lehigh Valley's premier international event for businesses, featuring the Pennsylvania Authorized Trade Representatives along with a program focused on the "Global Economic Outlook."
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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.