Women's Business Development Center is conducting the following classes next week. We hope you can share this information with others. ------------------------------------------------------------ Prepping Your Business For Tax Season Join tax professionals and learn what you need to have in order prior to preparing your taxes. Gain an understanding of types of business, common tax forms for each type of business, keeping books and records basics, and the differences in business income, business expense and record retention. New Haven: Monday, January 29th - WBDC at The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce, 6:00 PM 8:30 PM No Charge/Registration Required This program will also be held in Stamford on Thursday, February 8th, at the Ferguson Library from 6:00 PM- 8:30 PM ------------------------------------------------------------ Lunch & Learn - Get Ahead in '07: The Women of Inc. Magazine The experts from Inc. Magazine will share their insight on hot trends to take advantage of in 2007. They will examine challenges and opportunities in marketing, technology, finance, benefits and the global economy. Hear the latest from the staff of the premier publication for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Stamford: Tuesday, January 30th- WBDC at Government Center, Mayor Dannel P. Malloy's Conference Room - 12:00 PM 2:00 PM No Charge/ Lunch Included/ Registration Required ------------------------------------------------------------ Credit Card Fitness This is an interactive class that will prepare YOU to be a responsible credit card consumer. Learn to determine the future cost of credit, read and analyze the terms and conditions of a credit card offer, and understand the importance of maintaining a good personal credit report in order to grow your business. Bridgeport: Thursday February 1st, 12:00 PM 2:00 PM WBDC at Bridgeport Regional Business Council No Charge/Registration Required ------------------------------------------------------------ Website Design Basics Where to Start This entry level class is for anyone thinking about creating a website. You will learn valuable tips and techniques for creating a powerful website. Review critical issues you need to consider as you embark on this venture. Weather building a website yourself or hiring someone, you need to have a basic understanding of web site design. What are the key elements you need to consider and how do you create a website that moves people from browsers to buyers? Westport: Thursday, February 1st - 6:00 PM 8:00 PM, WBDC at Smith Barney, 200 Nyala Farms Rd WBDC Members $15 Non-Members $25 ------------------------------------------------------------ Please contact Wendy Rauch for more information or to register for any of these programs at 203-353-1750 ext 4. or e-mail at WRauch@ctwbdc.org. Also attached is our Winter Program for your review. Marian Cicolello | Director | Women's Business Development Center | 888 Washington Blvd, Room 10-30 Government Center, Stamford, CT 06904 | P: 203.353-1750 x 7| F: 203-353 1084| www.ctwbdc.org |