The Adult/Youth Entrepreneurial
Fall 2003 Workshops

In photo, Charlayne McFarland, Student, Business Plan Workshop, October 2002. “Learning How to Be Her Own Boss.” “The business plan course was very encouraging. It’s never too late to start writing your vision. It was basic step-by-step planning.”

According to the Center for Women’s Business Research, founded as the National Foundation for Women Business Owners, woman-owned firms employ nearly 170,000 people and generate over $17.9 billion in sales. It is a known fact that woman-owned firms are among the fastest growing segments in the small business arena.

Between 1997 and 2002, the Center estimates that the number of woman-owned firms in the Philadelphia metropolitan area increased by 7%, employment grew by 12% and sales increased by 21%. Unfortunately, employment and sales in woman-owned firms in Philadelphia are growing less rapidly than the National average. What can be done about this?

Studies show that assistance and pre-planning would help improve these numbers and enable more woman-owned businesses to start and grow.

The Communiversity is here to assist you with your concept, dream or existing company. Proper planning by writing a business plan and pre-assessing your credit and debt level will increase your chances of success. Take our workshops like Charlayne McFarland on the cover of our catalog did and plan to succeed and win!

– Pamela Rich-Wheeler, MBA
Executive Director

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Pre-Assessment of Business Needs  

Instructor Angela Gracey (standing) shows students how to write a business plan. Photo by Jonna Naylor.

Before You Start

This workshop will focus on change and transition, overcoming barriers to self-employment, and assessing goals for life and business. Participants will be able to determine if entrepreneurship is right for them and how to choose the right business. Course modules will include: developing the character of an entrepreneur, how to prepare your personal finances, goal setting, and protecting yourself with a life insurance disability and IRA plan.

A001
Instructors: Angela Gracey, Constance Gregory, and Michael Cunningham
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11,
6 sessions
The Business Center, free parking                         Cost: $150    

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John Darnall

Good Credit Strategies for Restoration of Your Personal Financial Integrity

Learning to be effective in balancing your financial responsibilities can be challenging to even the mos

t organized individuals. This workshop will educate participants on how to restore their financial credibility and dissolve their old destructive habits. Participants will specifically learn how to budget, rebuild credit, build savings and investment status, how to prepare documentation and explanation for the lending process and how to build life changing habits.

A002
Instructor: John Darnall
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
November 5, 12, 19, (skip 26), December 3, 10, 17,
6 sessions
The Business Center, free parking                         Cost: $150

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Anne Moleski explains the importance of pre-planning to Clear Desk, Clear Mind students Dr. Jeffrey Shapiro (left) and Philip Poe (right). Photo by Jonna Naylor.

Clear Desk,
Clear Mind

A high impact course designed to assist individuals bring better organization to their business and personal lives. You will be challenged to overcome obstacles surrounding prioritizing, delegation and the removal of physical and emotional clutter from your lives. Come and learn how to eliminate the unnecessary “stuff” that hinders you.

 

A003
Instructor: Janet Taylor
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., October 15
The Business Center, free parking                                                Cost: $40

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Building Financial Resources for a Growing Business

Christopher Chaplin

Have you been wondering how you are going to finance your dream of owning a small business? Come and learn what steps you must take to start your business on a good financial foundation. Learn when to start seeking financing, how and where to network, how your personal credit affects your dream, how to calculate your start up operating expenses and much more.

A004
Instructor: Christopher Chaplin
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., October 8, 15,
2 sessions
Sovereign Bank                                                                             Cost: $75

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Round Table Discussions

Alan Crenshaw from Waddell amd Reed conducting a workshop for attendees at the Pearls of Wisdom Luncheon sponsored by the Quaker City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.

Left to right, Nina Street, Event Planner & Decorator, Marisa and Gwendolyn Williams, Embellishments.

Professionals in Transition

Maintaining Your Current Career Status
While Exploring Entrepreneurial Pursuits:
Information Sessions.

Scheduled Discussion Topics (Brown Bag):

Keeping Your Day Job and Being an Entrepreneur
This course will focus on entrepreneurship opportunities that
can be started part time or as a retired person’s activity.
RT006
Wednesday, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., November 19

Investing in Real Estate/Finding the Property and Partner

Learn how to get started as a real estate investor and what mistakes you must avoid. Find out which resources can be helpful to you as you begin your venture.
RT007
Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., October 1

Entrepreneurial Opportunity–Top 10 Businesses to Start
There are many home based businesses available for budding
entrepreneurs. Learn how to identify quality home-based business opportunities and identify resources to help you develop a
successful venture.
RT008
Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., December 10

Surviving Without a Salary
Gain working knowledge on how to balance your personal and business finances during tough financial times.
RT009
Wednesday 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., October 22

All Professionals in Transition sessions will take place at
The Business Center
Cost: $30 per session, or $115 for all 4 sessions

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Business Management and Planning

Panel discussion open forum on small business issues, credit repair, and financial planning at the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Quaker City Alumnae Chapter, Pearls of Wisdom Economic Development Seminar. Ollie Adams, who is co-teaching Business Certifications, moderated. Photo by Bettie Hunt.

Business Certifications

What certifications are available to women and minority-owned businesses? This course will cover city, state and federal certifications, with special emphasis on the distinctions and benefits of each. Learn how you can become a certified enterprise and become eligible to bid on contracts at all levels. Applications will be made available, and the application process will be discussed in detail, and assistance will be given for the completion of forms after the completion of the course.

BM02
Instructors: Ollie Adams (Federal) SBA, Beverly Grazier (City) MBEC, and Gary Lee (State) BOC
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., November 25, December 2, 9, 16,
4 sessions
Citizens Bank                                                                                    Cost: $100

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Business Operations and Taxation

Mark Palmer. Photo by Bill Dikeman.

Operating and growing a successful business requires detailed planning and preparation. This 3-part course will provide you with the tools you need to manage the operations and finances of your business more effectively. Topics discussed include: Strategic planning, establishing a solid infrastructure, financial report analysis and the basics of taxation on small businesses.

 

 

BM03
Instructor: Mark Palmer
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:0 0p.m., November 5, 12, 19 ,
3 sessions
Fern Rock Ogontz Belfield CDC                                                     Cost: $115

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Saving Your Business

Will your business be buried with you? This workshop will help you assure your business’s survival. This class suggests 6 ways to prevent the potential disasters that could result in the reduction of or loss of your enterprise. You will use a risk barometer that will help you gauge your what risk leve. This class is aimed at CEOs and business owners.

BM05
Instructor: Joseph W. Murray
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., November 5, 12, 19,
3 sessions
Sovereign Bank                                                                                Cost: $40

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*Preparing for Financial Success and
*Power Retailing (see Temple SBDC classes below)

In Partnership With Temple SBDC *The Temple Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a partnership program of the Temple School of Business and Management and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Temple SBDC is partially funded under Cooperative Agreement No. 1-7620-0040-21 by the U.S. Small Business Administration. The support given by the U.S. Small Business Administration through such funding does not constitute an express or implied endorsement of any of the cosponsor(s)’ or participants’ opinions, findings, conclusions, recommendations, products, or services. All SBDC programs are nondiscriminatory and open to the public. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested, at least two weeks in advance. Contact the Temple SBDC at 1510 Cecil B. Moore Ave., Phila., PA 19121, 215-204-7282. The Business Center is proud to partner with the Temple SBDC on the following workshops. To register for the courses below, call Temple SBDC at (215) 204-7282. Entrepreneurial Success Workshop Series A motivational program created to encourage and prepare new and seasoned entrepreneurs with the information they will need to start and sustain their business. Each person will learn how to prepare a business plan from scratch. Discussions and exercises will include topics on how to research, write, and market your business concept. Instructor: Pamela Rich-Wheeler Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., 13-week series, The Business Center, free parking Pre-Business: Cost $40 Fall 2003-October 9         Spring 2004-February 12 Nuts & Bolts: Cost $145 Fall 2003-October 16 to December 4 Spring 2004-February 19 to April 1 Business Plan: Cost $115 Fall 2003-December 11 to January 29 Spring 2004-April 8 to May 13                                                            Cost for 13-week series $270* Preparing for Financial Success Carol Hendrix Small business owners are required to make important decisions constantly. Making the wrong financial decision could cause your business to fail. Learn how to build a more profitable business by gaining greater understanding of the financial basics. Gain exposure to cash flow management, profit/loss assumptions, statement preparation and analysis. Don’t let your financial intimidate you. This workshop can show you how to maintain your financial composure.   Instructor: Carol A. Hendrix Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.   Cost: $95 Fall 2003 - October 7, 14, 21, 28, 4 sessions Main Campus, Temple University SBDC Spring 2004 - April 6, 13, 20, 27, 4 sessions The Business Center Iola Carter Power Retailing Learn the basics of retail success: space utilization techniques, customer service strategies, inventory planning techniques, visual merchandising and so much more! Bring in new customers and keep your cash register ringing! Instructor: Iola Carter Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.   Cost:$40 Fall 2003 - October 1, 1 session Main Campus, Temple University SBDC Spring 2004 -- March 3, 1 session The Business Center Marketing Dynamics Series Learn what it takes to build and retain customer share in a competitive marketplace. Sharpen your competitive edge, broaden your customer base, and benchmark your marketing progress in this hands-on, interactive session. Instructor: Iola Carter Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.     Cost: $95 Fall 2003 - October 9, 16, 23, 30, 4 sessions Main Campus, Temple University SBDC Spring 2004 - April 8, 15, 22, 29 4 sessions The Business Center

 

Business Systems and Technology

Quickbooks

Instructor Vera Primus (standing) with workshop participant working in the computer lab.

Begin the process to take your business financial foundation to the next level. This is an electronic business accounting course that will review the Quickbooks Program. This program will review set up of this system on your PC, learning to understand the credit and debit process, generate reports and help you keep accurate records for your reference. Hands-on experience in program navigation will be provided.

CCBT13
Instructor: To be determined
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
October 14 to November 18
6 sessions
Contact The Business Center for workshop location                     Cost: $150

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MS ACCESS - Database Management

Have you been planning to organize all your client and contact information? Learn how to create, organize and manage your customer database and company information through Microsoft Access. Build effective electronic files, create forms and tables, write queries and print reports. Hands-on exercises and handouts.

CCBT14
Instructor: Bridget D. Jones
Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., October 16 to November 20
6 sessions
Contact The Business Center for workshop location                        Cost: $150

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Microsoft FrontPage--
Putting Together A Powerful Web Site

Jay Cohen

Have you been thinking of establishing or upgrading your presence on the Internet? Would you like to be able to build your own forms and interactive pages without a consultant? This class will cover everything you need to get your web site up and running such as: elementary aspects of web publishing using FrontPage; options for hosting your web site; and using ASP and FrontPage extensions. Bring ideas and information, and we will create your own web site before the end of the class.

CCBT15
Instructor: Jay Cohen
Tuesdays, 6:30p.m. to 8:30 p.m., November 4 and 11
2 sessions
Contact The Business Center for workshop location                    Cost: $95

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Marketing, Sales and Public Relations

Sales and Distribution

Artists, Designers, Inventors and Retail Vendors

Do you have a desire to distribute your products to a larger audience? Come and learn first hand how to market your product to QVC Shopping Network. You will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes at QVC Studio. During your tour you will learn about the electronic retailer, which broadcasts live 24 hours a day. Guests will discover how QVC operates – from finding the perfect product to delivering it to the customer. Visit the QVC Studio Store and participate in the studio audience. Call to register. Space is limited.

SD04
All trips will be leaving from The Business Center
Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. October 25
Scheduled 10:00 a.m. arrival at QVC                                               Cost: $30

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The Price Is Right --
–Pricing Your Goods or Services for Profit

Are you pricing your product correctly to make a profit? Gain skills needed to arrive at the right price for your product or service. Participants will examine and challenge their current pricing strategy. Gain preparation for being more competitive, and making a profit.

MK01
Instructor: Iola Carter
Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., October 29
The Business Center, free parking                                                     Cost: $30

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Public Relations for Your Business
- Gaining Exposure for Your Business

Lisa Duhart-Collins

This workshop was created to help business owners learn innovative approaches towards reaching public relations goals. Learn how to improve your customer development by designing your own personal campaign focusing on image, publicity and promotions.

MK04
Instructor: Lisa Duhart-Collins
Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., November 18
Fern Rock Ogontz Belfield CDC                                                  Cost: $30

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Database Marketing

Kim Miller

For most small businesses, success is determined by the success of the relationship you build with your client. Participants will learn the concepts of how managing and tracking the details that will help build and grow your client base. Topics Include: Relationship Marketing Concepts – The Basics, Off-the-Shelf Database Programs like Act!, Goldmine and Microsoft Outlook - Data Mining –What is it? And how can it contribute to my success?

MK06
Instructor: Kim Miller
Thursday, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m., October 9,16
2 sessions
Fern Rock Ogontz Belfield CDC                                                       Cost: $30

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*Marketing Dynamics Series (see Temple SBDC classes)

Human Resources and Development

No Human Resources classes this fall

Business and Law

Tina Lawson

Basic Legal Fundamentals for Small Businesses

This course is designed to introduce entrepreneurs to the fundamentals of business law and patenting. Information from this workshop will help you start and run your existing business successfully within the boundaries of today’s laws. You will review such topics as legal entities of a business, contracts, intellectual property rights and estate planning.

L002
Instructor: Tina Lawson
Monday, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., December 1
Dignity Housing                                                                            Cost: $40

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Great Gift Idea! Gift Certificates: Looking for an extraordinary gift for “Someone who has everything?”, or someone who has a great business idea, but does not know where to start? Give the exciting experience and pleasure of a Gift Certificate to a Business Center Course, Membership or Event. Each exquisitely designed certificate is enclosed in a gold embossed Navy blue folder and presented with our Calendar of Events and beautiful Small Business Communiversity Catalog. Call our offices today for details.

 

Policies and Locations

Register by Mail • Fax • E-mail/On-line • In-person

Cancellation Policy: Clients will be given reasonable notice if a seminar/workshop will be cancelled. Sessions will be cancelled if enrollment does not reach a full class population. Clients may be notified via phone or e-mail 24 hours prior to class date. Personal consultations with class instructors may be negotiated at the agreement of student, instructor and Business Center staff.

Refund Policy: Registration fee is mandatory and non-refundable. Any monies paid for seminars or workshops not attended will be transferred to nextregistration. Class information will be held for 12 months only.

Returned Checks: Clients will be charged a $10 fee on any returned checks. All checks must be made out to ITU/Business Center. Not responsible for lost or stolen checks.

Questions?: We’re here to help. Contact us at 215- 247-2473 (ext. 6), on Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Thursday and Friday by appointment only, or email us at info@thebizctr.com.

Registration space is limited: Please call early to guarantee your seat! All applications for scholarships must be submitted two weeks prior to start date.

Scholarships: A limited number of need-based scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. All information must be submitted two weeks prior to class start date for consideration. Call 215-247-2473, ext. 6 for more information on becoming a scholarship recipient or contributor.

Locations for Courses and Open House/Taster Sessions

For detailed directions, please refer to mapquest.

Chestnut Hill Library 8711 Germantown Ave Phila., PA 19118	Main Library Skyline Room 19th and Vine Streets Philadelphia, PA 19103
Citizens Bank, Germantown 5500 Germantown Ave. Phila. PA 19144	Northwest Regional Library Greene Street & Chelten Avenue Phila., PA 19144
Dignity Housing 7047 Germantown Avenue Phila., PA 19119	Ogontz Library 6019 Ogontz Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19141
Fern Rock Ogontz Belfield CDC, Inc. 1201 West Olney Avenue Phila., PA 19141	Sovereign Bank, Mt. Airy 6740 Germantown Ave. Phila., PA 19119
Germantown Women’s Y 5820 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144	The Business Center 7500 Germantown Ave. Elders Hall Conf. Room Phila., PA 19119
Grace Community Christian Center 29 West Johnson Street Phila., PA 19144	Wadsworth Library Wadsworth & Michener Philadelphia, PA 19150
Lovett Memorial Library 6945 Germantown Avenue Phila., PA 19119	West Oak Lane Charter School 7157 Stenton Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19126

Registration Form

3 Ways to Register
In person: Cash payments must be made in-person at the ITU/Business Center. We are in the office Monday and Tuesday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Wednesday 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Thursday and Friday by appointment only.
By Mail: Mail and make checks or money orders payable to: ITU/The Business Center at New Covenant Campus, 7500 Germantown Avenue, Elders Hall, Suite 113, Philadelphia, PA 19119. Do not send cash in the mail.
By Fax: Fax Registration Form to 215-247-2477. Include Mastercard/Visa with expiration date. Include card holder’s name if different than course registration*.
Dates, Times and Locations subject to change.
Call to confirm!

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