Van Wert independent\/Submitted information<\/i><\/p>\n
In collaboration with the Wright State University Business Enterprise Center, the \u201cStarting Right\u201d <\/i>pre-business planning seminar designed to help individuals start a new business is being offered Thursday, March 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the BEC Office, 147 E. Main St. in Van Wert.\u00a0 This two-hour workshop is designed to encourage new business development and job creation.<\/p>\n
Each participant receives a \u201cStarting Right\u201d packet that includes legal, recordkeeping, tax and general business information. A business plan questionnaire and cash flow projection worksheet is also included.\u00a0 During the class, a business counselor provides an overview of the information as well as instruction on the basics of business ownership.<\/p>\n
Those attending the class can also use the information provided to participate in the annual Business Plan Challenge, where budding entrepreneurs compete for business development funds, a Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce membership, continued counseling and business courses. A business counselor is available to offer guidance through this process and answer questions as necessary.<\/p>\n
Personal business counseling services are free and no limit is placed on the number of appointments.\u00a0 Business counselors assist with business financing for start-ups, business structure, planning and recordkeeping.<\/p>\n
This introductory workshop is open to individuals interested in starting a business in Van Wert County, and is also being offered on April 8 in Middle Point and on May 13 in Ohio City.<\/p>\n
Individuals can register by calling the OSU Extension Van Wert County Community Development Office at 419.238.2999. Cost of the class being held in Van Wert is $35 per business payable the night of the class.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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