Education & Conferences

May
16

Women’s Small Business Program: A Matter of Time: Time Management for Solopreneurs

Feel like you don’t have enough time to get it all done? Let’s fix that. In this workshop we will cover the fundamentals of time management, including unpacking the meaning of time, identifying your time triggers and habits, and learning some of the best tricks, tools, and life hacks to increase your productivity, minimize your […]

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May
16

Women’s Small Business Program: Getting Beyond the Grin & Grip of Networking

Do you hate Networking but know you are supposed to “do it?” This interactive and informative session will help demystify the process of networking and open your eyes & ears to go beyond the “grip & grin card swap” of most networking sessions. It’s time to start Netweaving in your natural spheres of influence. Markey […]

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May
16

Women’s Small Business Program: Quickbooks 101

Do you know your numbers? Good financial records are critical to having a successful business. If you’re not happy with your bookkeeping system (or don’t have a system at all), this workshop is for you! We will cover the basics of Quickbooks so you can get started keeping better financial records right away. You’ll be […]

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May
16

Women’s Small Business Program: Introduction to Digital Marketing

Digital advertising is an aspect of digital marketing that focuses on promoting a brand, often via paid campaigns such as Google AdWords and Facebook Ads. With the goal of making the target audience remember your brand and (hopefully!) enticing them to buy your product or service, this can be an incredibly cost-effective strategy for your […]

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May
16

HR 101

Are you new to HR or simply just need a refresher? Are you a small business owner and not sure where to start when it comes to HR? Then this full-day seminar is for you! We’ve gathered some of Vermont’s local experts to educate attendees on some essential HR topics. This day-long workshop is designed […]

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Apr
29

You’re Invited! Tackling the Challenges of Employee Retention

Tackling the Challenges of Employee Retention Retaining talent in today’s market is a challenge for many employers. Join us Wednesday, May 22 to learn how you can stay in front of the battle for retention and talent at our spring seminar, Tackling the Challenges of Employee Retention. We’ll be discussing best practices for driving employee […]

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Apr
23

Are you considering self-employment? Got a business idea but not sure if the entrepreneurial life is for you? If so, this is for you!

Join us for a five-week course on preparing for life as an entrepreneur. Over five weeks, you’ll learn: How to tell if your business idea is a realistic fit for you and your lifestyle How to use your values as an internal compass in the business world How to talk confidently about yourself and your […]

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Apr
22

17th Annual Employee Ownership Conference

Annual employee ownership conference, featuring 19 information-packed workshops delivered by some of the most sought-after experts in the industry.   Who should attend? Business owners interested in learning about employee ownership as an exit option; those interested in employee-ownership or sustainable business models; employees of established employee-owned companies; economic development professionals; bankers, accountants, attorneys, and financial […]

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Apr
15

Mission to Sustainability: Addressing Your Impact in a Petroleum-Based World

UVM Earth Week Keynote Speaker – FREE and Open to the Public! Jill Albers, Designer and Account Executive at Interface, Inc. Interface is the world’s largest designer and maker of carpet tile and an industry leader for sustainability and environmental stewardship. Join Jill as she discusses how businesses can do well by doing good, how […]

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Apr
04

Mercy Connections Vermont Women’s Mentoring Program Training

Become a Mentor.  Support an incarcerated or criminal justice-involved woman in building a sustainable life in Northwestern Vermont. Mentors come from all walks of life. They support, coach and function as a new and healthy relationship to women transitioning from the criminal justice system to community. Pairs of women are carefully matched for a mutually […]

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