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 three Regional Center locations in Northeast, Northwest and West Philadelphia, as well as at our Main Campus and in South Philadelphia. 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.
Choose from the following workshops that are held at different locations:
MARKETING
Learn online and offline marketing strategies to help promote your small business
CAPITAL & CREDIT
Learn about different types of business financing and the importance of personal credit
BOOKKEEPING
Understand your balance sheet, income statement and cash flow
RESOURCE EVENT
Discover training, financing and coaching services to help you grow your business
SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY
Learn how to develop an effective social media strategy that will engage customers
Learn how to maximize Facebook and develop an ad campaign
ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE
Learn about different accounting software that will make bookkeeping easier
CITY TAXES
A representative from the Revenue Department will explain city taxes and credits
GROW YOUR BUSINESS ONLINE
A Google trainer will teach you how to promote your business online.
SEO STRATEGIES
Get customers to find your business and website online
COMMERCIAL LEASING
Learn how to negotiate and understand your lease
BRAND IDENTITY
Learn how to communicate with the right graphics and message
WORKSHOPS IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Storefront Improvement for Small Business
Mt. Airy CDC
6700 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
12:00 Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Best Sales Practices for Small Business
Northeast Regional Library
2228 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia PA
Friday, March 13, 2020
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
NORTHWEST REGIONAL CENTER
1300 West Godfrey Avenue | Philadelphia, PA 19141
Workshops will be held on Thursdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
- New Events Coming Soon
MAIN CAMPUS
Center for Business and Industry | 1751 Callowhill Street | Philadelphia, PA 19130
Workshops will be held on Thursdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
- Search Engine Optimization Basics for Your Small Business | February 20, 2020
- Managing Your Company's Online Reputation | February 27, 2020
- Purchasing a Building for Your Business: Benefits of Purchasing vs. Leasing | March 12, 2020
- Business Compliance Issues for Small Business Owners | March 19, 2020
WEST REGIONAL CENTER
4725 Chestnut Street | Philadelphia, PA 19139
Workshops will be held on Thursdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
- Search Engine Optimization Basics for Your Small Business | June 16, 2020
- Managing Your Company's Online Reputation | June 23, 2020
- Purchasing a Building for Your Business: Benefits of Purchasing vs. Leasing | June 30, 2020
- Business Compliance Issues for Small Business Owners | July 7, 2020
NORTHEAST REGIONAL CENTER
12901 Townsend Road | Philadelphia, PA 19154
Room 330
Workshops and Dates to be Determined
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA AT CONSTITUTION HEALTH PLAZA
1930 South Broad Street | Philadelphia, PA 19145
Workshops and Dates to be Determined