9:00AM Check-in, Greeting/Social Mixing
9:30AM SCORE "How to Really Start Your Business" seminar by Michael Ravens
Key Issues for Starting a Business …
Insurance, Legal Requirements, and Information Sources …
10:40AM SCORE "Understanding What a Franchise Business is All About" seminar by Jack Grisé
- Really – What is a franchise?
- What types of franchises are there?
- What does it take to succeed?
- How do I know if I can handle such a business?
- What does buying a franchise cost?
- How do I find the right franchise opportunity for me?
We’ll go into much more detail about how to investigate a franchise and we’ll give you a simple test to help you determine if you’ve got a big key to success…the motivation and drive to succeed in business.
11:50AM US Small Business Administration (SBA) "Who are they & what they do" by R. Chavarria
12:15PM Questions and Closing Remarks