
SmartSTART Your Business
Fall 2008 "The wealth of knowledge, direction and support from the SBDC has been well beyond what I would have expected."
Dr. Sonia Clesner, Owner The Family Dental Center, Mt. Airy
Whether you are thinking of
a business idea or recently started, you need advice. Yet
many entrepreneurs skip getting the advice they need because of their
schedule or cost. Not Anymore! Our new SmartSTART Your Business program at Carroll Community College gives you the advice you need in a flexible schedule AND IT IS FREE to you.
Be smart about your business, register for SmartSTART today.
First Steps to SmartSTART Your Small Business Look before you leap! If you are thinking about going into
business for yourself, be prepared. This seminar is designed for those who want
to go into business for themselves, but are unsure where to start. Topics will
include: options for business entities; resources available to start-ups; costs
of services needed; licensing and tax considerations; loans and financial
resources; marketing on a budget; and getting your business off the ground and
finding customers.
Instructors: Start-Up Carroll
Course #: SBA-399-A2 Wed., Sept. 3, 5:30 - 8:30 PM Carroll County Public Library, Mt. Airy Branch Course #: SBA-399-B2 Thu., Oct. 2, 5:30 - 8:30 PM Carroll County Public Library, Taneytown Branch Course #: SBA-399-C2 Wed., Nov. 5, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Business Training Center, Rm. T315 Course #: SBA-399-D2 Tues., Dec. 9, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. C271
How to Buy or Sell a Business Are you interested in buying an existing business or thinking of selling your business? Both endeavors require careful planning and consideration. Learn from this panel of experts how to plan for your purchase or sale, what you need to do, review, or provide in each of these transactions, what laws apply and what pitfalls to avoid.
Instructors: Doug Howard, D. Kathleen Rus, Esquire and Beth Woodring
Course #: SBA-531-A2 Tues., Oct. 14, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. TBD
Franchise Ownership Options for the Entrepreneur Have you ever thought of owning a franchise? Examine the pros and
cons of franchise ownership, the ins and outs of finding a franchise that is
right for you, investment sources and levels and other topics of interest for
those considering the possibility of purchasing a franchise.
Instructor: Lee Meizlesh. Mr. Meizlesh has been
involved in franchising for over 40 years, working for Ray Croc at McDonald's,
helping to start several franchise systems and is a member of the International
Franchise Association.
Course #: SBA-421-A2 Tue., Oct. 21, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. TBD
Legal and Insurance Issues Affecting Small Business Owners Running a small business today requires knowledge of a myriad of
legal and insurance issues. This course will cover basic legal decisions that
business owners must make from inception to succession planning. Registrants
will also learn about the types of insurance a business should have and could
use from time to time.
Instructors: D. Kathleen Rus, Esquire is a local Westminster attorney specializing in small business concerns
and Chris Smith, Vice President of The Barbour Group, LLC, a local insurance
broker.
Course #: SBA-419-A1 Tues., Aug. 19, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Business Training Center, Rm. T317 Course #: SBA-419-A2 Tues., Sept. 9, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Business Training Center, Rm. T315 Course #: SBA-419-B2 Tues., Nov. 11, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. TBD
Finding Funds for Your Business If your are an existing or start-up business planning on borrowing money for expansion, purchase or any other use of funds, this course is for you! Learn what sources of funding are available in your area and for your type of small business, and what is involved in accessing those funds for your operation.
Instructor: Leonard R. Lee
Course #: SBA-530-A2 Wed., Oct. 8, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. M060 Course #: SBA-530-B2 Thu., Dec. 11, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. N105 Budget Planning Are you just starting to put together your plan for a new small
business? Learn about the 'start up' and initial costs of running a business.
This course covers creating a business budget, calculating start up costs and
assessing the financial viability of your planned new business.
Instructor: Leonard R. Lee
Course #: SBA-409-A2 Tues., Sept. 16, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Business Training Center, Rm. T315 Course #: SBA-409-B2 Wed., Nov 12, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Business Training Center, Rm. T315
Developing a Brand/Logo
for Your Business Do you have a brand or logo for your small business? Do you have
one that isn't working for you? This course covers how to determine your
business's identity and brand/logo, how to develop a promotional budget and
how, when and where to promote your small business.
Instructor:
Melissa Wilcox
Course #: SBA-407-A2 Thu., Nov. 20, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. N203
Creating Your Strategic Business Plan Are you starting a new business and need a business plan for your
lender, a 'road map' for your new venture? This course will cover the
requisites of a business plan that can be used for financing and general
business purposes, including financial projections for your new small business.
Instructor: Leonard R. Lee
Course #: SBA-410-A2 Tues., Sept. 23, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Business Training Center, Rm. T325 Course #: SBA-410-B2 Wed., Nov. 19, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. N105
Planning the Operation of Your Small Business Tired of being "chief, cook and bottle washer" of your small business? Are you contemplating starting a business but want to know how best to operate you venture? Learn to plan the daily operation of your business, how and what to delegate, what areas you need to make future plans for, and how to make it all run smoothly.
Instructor: Russ Teter
Course #: SBA-532-A2 Tues., Sept. 30, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Business Training Center, Rm. T317 Hiring and Firing Learn how to hire and promote the right people and slash turnover
costs. This course covers improving customer service, productivity and sales
while also improving your employees' attitudes and focusing on cooperation in
the workplace.
Instructor: John Enselein
Course #: SBA-406-A2 Wed., Oct. 29, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. A200
Creating and Updating
Your Marketing Plan This course focuses on how to create a basic marketing plan for
your small business. Learn how to understand your market potential and your
target market. Create your own marketing plan that uses the best marketing
tactics for your type of business.
Instructor:
Melissa Wilcox
Course #: SBA-408-A2 Thu., Nov. 6, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. M060
Financial Statements & Tax Strategies Designed for small business owners and those just starting their
own businesses, this course will cover how to read and understand financial
statements. Using this skill, also learn how to develop basic tax strategies
for your small business.
Instructor: Doug Howard
Course #: SBA-400-A2 Thu., Oct. 16, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Washington Road Campus, Rm. P521
All Sessions are located at the Business Training Center of Carroll Community College unless otherwise noted.To register for a scheduled session, call 410-386-8100 or email mtitus@carrollcc.edu. Include the course number and date/time as well as your contact information in the email. Please register by 10am on the day prior to the scheduled session

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