Business Center Newsletter
The heat of summer is not slowing down the entrepreneurs of Baltimore. We are as busy as ever getting people the information they need to build a successful business plan or create a marketing strategy. There are at least a couple of ways to take advantage of Pratt’s resources, which, you guessed it, include the Business librarians, Naomi Hafter and Ray O’Keefe Cruitt.
Pratt offers workshops on writing business plans and marketing plans using the business databases and print resources in its collection. These programs are designed to help the entrepreneur use the materials and resources to understand their industry, make projections, see growth patterns, identify target markets, and find competitors as well as locating “start-up” information, including determining appropriate business structures, permits and licensing, distribution and wholesale directories, and import/export issues.
We also make available one-on-one assistance for those in the process of writing a plan where we will spend time to catering to the entrepreneur’s needs. This service is by appointment only: so call us at 410-396-5317 and make an appointment.
Starting a Small Business?
The founder of Kam Saia Publishing shares some real-life experiences as an entrepreneur. Learn about the benefits of exploring your business options and gain relevant information that you can use to begin the process of owning a business.
Presented in conjunction with Baltimore CASH.
To register, call Baltimore CASH 410-234-2803 or email Monica@baltimorecashcampaign.org.
Schedule: Central Library Tuesday, Sep 14, 2010 (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Po
e Room
Smart Projects for Small Business
“On time and within budget” are measures of project success that apply to any size business or organization. Susan Wienand, a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) with over 20 years experience, will discuss some essential techniques for planning projects that will help you meet small business challenges and create big business results.
To register call 410-396-5317.
Schedule: Central Library Wednesday, Oct 06, 2010 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)
Poe Room
Introducing Federal, State, and Local Business Resources at the Pratt: Part I
Entrepreneurs need information on available resources to help ensure the success of their business, whether people are getting ready to start one or want to improve an existing business. This two part series offers free information on these resources from representatives from federal, state, and local agencies, such as understanding and establishing an efficient financial accounting system.
To register, call the Business, Science, and Technology Department at 410-396-5317
Schedule:
Central Library Saturday, Oct 09, 2010 (1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.) Poe Room
Understanding the Child Support System
This workshop will address the concerns of both the custodial and non-custodial parents by beginning a dialogue and dispelling the myths associated with child support. Meet advocates who can assist you with financial information that will benefit custodial parents, non-custodial parents, and most importantly, the children.
To register, call Baltimore CASH 410-234-2803 or email Monica@baltimorecashcampaign.org
Central Library Tuesday, Oct 12, 2010 (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)
Meyerhoff Children's Garden, Night Room
Introducing Federal, State, and Local Business Resources at the Pratt: Part II
Entrepreneurs need information on available resources to help ensure the success of their business, whether people are getting ready to start one or want to improve an existing business. This two part series offers free information on these resources from representatives from federal, state, and local agencies, such as understanding and establishing an efficient financial accounting system.
To register, call 410-396-5317.
Understanding Your Credit
Presented by Danielle Thron from SECU.
Learn how to read your credit report, what to look out for, and how to dispute errors.
To register, call 410-396-5317.
Budgeting
Learn how to re-create an effective budget that will help you save and avoid unwanted costs. Presented by Danielle Thron from SECU.
To register, call 410-396-5317
Central Library Monday, Oct 25, 2010 (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Poe Room
Build Your Market Plan at Pratt
Developing a marketing strategy is a difficult task involving the use of many diverse resources not always readily available or obvious. This program will introduce the entrepreneur to many of these resources along with instructions on how to use the resources to write a successful marketing plan.
Registration is required; call 410-396-5317 to register.
Record Keeping
Danielle Thron from SECU will set the record straight with information about how long different records need to be maintained and important documents that you need to have at all times.
To register, call 410-396-5317.
Central Library Monday, Nov 01, 2010 (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Poe Room
