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Business Research Essentials
2019-06-20 18:30:00 2019-06-20 19:30:00 America/New_York Business Research Essentials Attend this class and learn how you can use the Library's resources to write a business plan, select a location, gather information on your competitors, create a mailing list, etc. Main Library - Computer Lab 2

Thursday, June 20
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2019-06-20 18:30:00 2019-06-20 19:30:00 America/New_York Business Research Essentials Attend this class and learn how you can use the Library's resources to write a business plan, select a location, gather information on your competitors, create a mailing list, etc. Main Library - Computer Lab 2

Main Library

Computer Lab 2

Attend this class and learn how you can use the Library's resources to write a business plan, select a location, gather information on your competitors, create a mailing list, etc.

Are you thinking of starting your own business? Do you already operate a business but are looking to grow it further? Attend this class, and learn how you can use the Library's resources to write a business plan, select a location, gather information on your competitors, create a mailing list, etc. You'll want the latest information, and the Akron-Summit County Library can help expand your knowledge in areas such as demographics, competitor news, keeping up with market trends, general business news, etc. The Library gives you access to both print and online materials. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Business & Personal Finance |

TAGS: | Small business; Business Plans | Business Start-up |

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