Starting a Business - Free Workshops

Franchising 101

Seminar Fee: (Free)  Date: April 6, 2011 10am-12 noon  Location: One Highland Center, Austin. Contact: 512-716-4820 -or- fc16@txstate.edu

BizAid Business Orientation (4/7/2011)

Provides basic information and guidance to ensure your small business can soar. The material covers: Personal Preparation, Research and Focus, Determining Structure, Building a Business Plan, and Execution.
Time:  3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Location:  Getting Connected, Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road
Fee:  Free
For Information:   512-974-7800

BizAid Business Orientation (4/7/2011)

Time:  5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Location:  Getting Connected, Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road
Fee:  Free
For Information:   512-974-7800

Get Connected Bus Resource Fair (4/7/2011)

This is a unique opportunity to meet, network, and learn from local organizations that assist business owners. Whether starting out or looking to expand your existing business, Getting Connected is a great opportunity! Exhibitors will include non-profit organizations, government programs and agencies, area chambers of commerce, and community development corporations whose mission is to help business owners succeed.
Time:  3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:  Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
Fee:  Free
For Information:   512-974-7800 

BizAid Business Orientation (4/5/2011) (4/12/2011) (4/19/2011) (4/26/2011)

A general overview to opening a new small business or re-evaluating an existing business. This course provides information on where entrepreneurs can find assistance at the idea, start-up, and existing stages of their business.  The orientation also covers key questions to ask yourself when starting or expanding a business and furnishes you with the information necessary to take the next step, whatever stage you are in. There is no cost to attend an you can register online by clicking the Calendar link above.
Time:  9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:  201 East 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701
Fee:  Free
For Information:   512-974-7800

BizOpen Orientation (4/27/2011)

The BizOpen Orientation provides a general overview of the potential steps in the City of Austin's development process. The objective is to help you identify which processes are relevant to your business location development, and how to navigate the steps in a timely and efficient manner. Material will cover the following: Development Assessment, Land Use and Zoning, Site Plan Review, Building Plans and Permits, and Inspections and Certificate of Occupancy. Pre-requisite: Must have previously attended a BizAid Start-Up Orientation Session.
Time:  10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location:  505 Barton Springs Rd, 3rd Floor Conference Room
Fee:  Free
For Information:   512-974-7800