Upcoming Educational Experiences
4926 Onondaga Road, Room 400, Syracuse, NY 13215
Phone number: 315.498.6070
Phone number: 315.498.6070
NOTE: This event is in-person
Date: July 21st, 2026
Time: 8:30am - 12:00pm
Location: SUNY OCC - Mulroy Hall, 4th floor
Are you looking to grow your business beyond U.S. borders? Join us on July 21 for the Export Resources Symposium, a comprehensive program designed to connect businesses with the experts, tools, and resources needed to succeed in international markets.
Hear directly from representatives of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), International Trade Administration (ITA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Global NY as they share valuable insights on export readiness, market opportunities, financing solutions, risk management, and state and federal programs available to support your global growth.
Whether you are exploring exporting for the first time or looking to expand your international sales, this event will provide practical guidance, funding resources, and opportunities to connect with experts who can help you navigate the export process. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how exporting can help your business reach new customers, increase revenue, and compete in the global marketplace. Register today and take the next step toward international success.
NOTE: This event is HYBRID.
The Fast Track to Business Start-Up Workshop is an intensive Hybrid 20 hour workshop* that is offered IN-PERSON or VIRTUALLY over a 3 day period. This workshop will be facilitated by a Certified Small Business Advisor, Robert Griffin, and includes a variety of presenters who are all experts in different facets of small business start-up.
Dates: July 21, July 23, July 28th
Time: 9am - 4:30pm each day
Location: 1281 NY-96, Waterloo NY 13165 or Join us VIRTUALLY
Topics will include:
- Business Plan Development
- Legalities
- Accounting/Bookkeeping
- Marketing/Branding
- Social Media
- Financial Management
- Business Financing Options
- HR/Payroll
- Commercial Real Estate
- Risk Management
HYBRID means that the workshop offers both in-person and virtual attendance options.
*The Fast Track workshop also meets the requirements of the NYS SEAP (Self Employment Assistance Program) through the Department of Labor. Facilitated by Certified NY SBDC Business Advisor Robert Griffin
NOTE: This event is HYBRID.
The Fast Track to Business Start-Up Workshop is an intensive Hybrid 20 hour workshop* that is offered IN-PERSON or VIRTUALLY over a 3 day period. This workshop will be facilitated by a Certified Small Business Advisor, Robert Griffin, and includes a variety of presenters who are all experts in different facets of small business start-up.
Dates: August 4th, 6th, 11th 2026
Time: 9am - 4:30pm each day
Location: 128 Franklin St, Watertown NY 13601
Topics will include:
- Business Plan Development
- Legalities
- Accounting/Bookkeeping
- Marketing/Branding
- Social Media
- Financial Management
- Business Financing Options
- HR/Payroll
- Commercial Real Estate
- Risk Management
HYBRID means that the workshop offers both in-person and virtual attendance options.