Cambridge Business Development Workshops

The Economic Development Division works with the Center for Women & Enterprise, Commonwealth of
Massachusetts, and local organizations to provide business development programs and services to Cambridge residents, entrepreneurs, and businesses.

January 2014

Cambridge Business Assistance Info Session

Date: Monday, January 27, 2014
Time: 6:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Location: Cambridge Main Public Library, 449 Broadway, L2 Community Room
Description: Staff from the Economic Development Division will discuss the variety of programs that the City offers to residents and business owners interested in starting and growing their business. Learn about future workshops and commercial programs available for your business. Presented by the City of Cambridge Economic Development Division.
Registration and Admission: Free to all. Register by calling Rona Abrahams at 617/349-4637 or via email at rabrahams@cambridgema.gov.
February 2014

Steps to Starting Your Own Business

Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Time: 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Location: Cambridge Main Public Library, 449 Broadway
Description: This workshop is ideal for those in the early stages of starting a business or owning a business. Topics include: refining your business idea, considering different business structures, licenses and permits; and additional topics and tips to get you started. Presented by the City of Cambridge Economic Development Division.
Registration and Admission: Free to all. Register by calling Rona Abrahams at 617/349-4637 or via email at rabrahams@cambridgema.gov.
Best Retail Practices Workshop

Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Time: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Location: Cambridge City Hall Annex, 344 Broadway, 2nd floor Community Room
Description: Expert retail consultant will work with retail and service business participants, sharing best practices in retail interior design, marketing and advertising. Business will also learn about eligibility for the Part 2, the One-to-One In-Store Consultations and Part 3, the Grant Program and the application process and availability of both. Presented by Retail Visioning.
Registration and Admission: Free to all. Register by calling Rona Abrahams at 617/349-4637 or via email at rabrahams@cambridgema.gov.

For More Information

For more information, please contact Rona Abrahams rabrahams@cambridgema.gov, at 617/349-4637.