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SUMMARY:Free Small Business Training: BEST Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free Small Business Training: BEST Information SessionShare This Story[spacer height=”40px” id=”3″] \nBEST Information Session \nWHEN: January 20\, 2025\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nWHERE: Zoom \nThe Business Enterprise Support & Training (BEST) program offers free small business training through a 5-week program designed for Manitoba residents living on a low income who are interested in starting or expanding a business. Groups or organizations looking to establish a social enterprise are also eligible. The program is delivered via Zoom in three phases: \nPhase 1: Small Business Management Training \nPhase 2: One-to-One Business Consulting \nPhase 3: Business Launch & Aftercare \nThe article continues below \nBEST Information Session \nWHEN: January 20\, 2025\, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nWHERE: Zoom \nThe Business Enterprise Support & Training (BEST) program offers free small business training through a 5-week program designed for Manitoba residents living on a low income who are interested in starting or expanding a business. Groups or organizations looking to establish a social enterprise are also eligible. The program is delivered via Zoom in three phases: \nPhase 1: Small Business Management Training \nPhase 2: One-to-One Business Consulting \nPhase 3: Business Launch & Aftercare \n\n\n\n\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\nThis cohort of training will take place on weekdays from February 19 to March 21\, 2025\, on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. \nAttending an information session is a required first step. Sessions are scheduled for January 8\, January 15\, and January 20\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. After attending an information session\, participants can proceed with completing and submitting a full application. \n[spacer height=”20px”] \n\n\n\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n[spacer height=”20px”] \nWho Can Apply:\nTo qualify for the program\, applicants need to meet the following criteria: \n\nReside in Manitoba\nHave a business idea aimed at creating a stronger and healthier community\nPossess some skill\, experience\, or training related to the business idea\nLive on a low income or serve individuals living on a low income\n\nA Zoom link will be sent out three business days before the program starts to all accepted participants. \nSpace is limited\, so reserving a spot early is recommended. It’s also important to note that low registration numbers may lead to the cancellation of the information session. \nThis free small business training program is an excellent opportunity to gain the skills and support needed to start or grow a business. \n[spacer height=”10px” id=”2″]\n More Info \n[spacer height=”10px” id=”2″] \n[spacer height=”20px”] \nDisclaimer: This event description is for informational purposes only and was modified slightly by Winnipeg for Free from the original description for SEO purposes. Seed Winnipeg Inc. does not endorse this content\, and Winnipeg for Free is not affiliated with them in any way. 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