Store Owner Series

This series of FREE workshops provides valuable training for small businesses located in Philadelphia on topics that are practical and relevant for a business owner at any stage. We also provide opportunities for businesses to network with other small businesses in their local community.

We offer workshops at Community College of Philadelphia's Regional Center locations in Northeast and West Philadelphia, as well as at our Main Campus. We also partner with local community organizations to bring select topics into the neighborhoods for added convenience. You have the option of choosing the location and training that are most convenient for you.

WORKSHOPS

AI for Tasks & Workflow - Your First Employee Costs $20 a Month

As a small business owner, your time is your most valuable asset — so why are you spending it on tasks AI can handle in seconds? This session gives you a practical, no-jargon introduction to AI workflow tools that handle the administrative grind: emails, scheduling, content, and more. You'll leave with a personalized list of tasks to automate starting tomorrow.

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. This workshop is on Zoom only.

CEO, Janitor, Accountant... Enough Already! When to Hire Consultants, Contractors, Part-Time, and Full-Time Employees

If you're wearing every hat in your business, it's time to pass a few of them around. Learn when—and who—to hire so you can focus on growing your business instead of doing everything yourself.

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. This workshop is on Zoom only.

SBA Programs & Services for Small Business

The U.S. Small Business Administration presents an overview of programs and services available for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Resources For Your Small Business: Learn where to find additional small business support and educational resources and information about SBA resource partners offering technical assistance including business planning. Financing Your Small Business: Learn about what lenders look for when making business loans and what SBA loan programs offer small businesses.

Register in advance for this meeting

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. This workshop is on Zoom only.