A key mission of the Innovation Center is to offer resources necessary for small businesses and entrepreneurs to grow. The Growing Your Knowledge & Network for Small Businesses series sponsored by First Niagara, will begin on Wednesday, December 12th at 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. This monthly series is an extension of the BNMC’s efforts to continue to promote growth for small- to medium-sized companies. This series provides important information for companies as industry experts – often successful entrepreneurs themselves – share knowledge relevant to running a successful business.
Topics include taxes, human resources, networking etiquette, branding and much, more. Learn about the latest industry trends and developments as you hear from professionals in the field. This series is open to tenants withint the Innovation Center and also members of the comunity.
Attendees of the Growing Your Knowledge & Network for Small Businesses sessions will be entered into a raffle to win an iPad or other prizes. Interact and network with fellow entrepreneurs and professionals as you engage in dialogue about need-to-know information for small businesses.
Each presentation is free, but space is limited and registration is required. To register, visit growingyourknowledge.eventbrite.com.
Wednesday, December 12th
Do Taxes Matter? presented by Daniel Tirone, Daniel Tirone, CPA. Learn about the basics of tax management.
Wednesday, January 9th
Basic 101 HR Information presented by Holly Nowak, Alcott HR Group. Learn about human resources best practices.
Wednesday, February 13th
Business Development Incentives in New York: Maximizing Your Benefits presented by Cory Van Deusen V, Lumsden & McCormick, LLP. Learn about tax credits and incentives.
Wednesday, March 13th
Social Media and Your Business presented by Robin Wilson, The Wilson Edge.
Wednesday, April 10th
Branding Consistency presented by Rob Wynne, Wynne Creative Group. Learn about adding character to your business, helping to make it stand out.
Wednesday, May 8th
First Niagara: Five Key Areas Where Businesses Suffer Losses presented by Karen Fenzl.