Ready to turn your passion into a purpose-driven organization? Joining the nonprofit sector is a powerful way to spark change, but the path from "great idea" to "legal entity" can be complex. In this fast-paced webinar, we strip away the jargon and provide a clear, actionable roadmap for founders. We will cover the essentials: defining your mission, navigating the legal incorporation process, and the fundamentals of securing your 501(c)(3) status. You’ll also learn how to recruit a high-impact board of directors and build a sustainable fundraising strategy from day one. Whether you’re solving a local problem or aiming for global reach, this session gives you the tools to build a compliant, credible, and courageous organization. Stop dreaming and start doing.

Most businesses don’t fail for lack of profit—they fail for lack of cash. Join our "Crash Course in Cash Flow Management" to demystify the most critical report in your financial toolkit. We’ll show you exactly how to track every dollar, create a reliable forecast, and analyze the data to ensure long-term stability. Learn to stop guessing and start growing with a clear view of your finances. Perfect for small business owners ready to take control of their future.

Most business owners inadvertently build a "job" they own rather than an "asset" they can sell. This webinar focuses on the practical, operational shifts required to turn a profitable business into a transferable asset. We will focus on removing owner-dependency, cleaning up operational "housekeeping," and understanding the buyer's perspective to ensure you get the maximum value for your years of hard work.

Excel functions are incredibly powerful, but small errors can lead to a big mistakes. This live, one-hour webinar will show you how to use them with confidence.
There will be plenty of time for questions.

Join us on at noon at the Newton Free Library for this special Boston Business Mentors Roundtable Workshop. Entrepreneurs, small business owners, and BB mentors will sit together in a comfortable setting to discuss concerns, solutions, and successes. This event offers attendees the opportunity to learn from experienced SCORE counselors, network with peers, and set up one-on-one sessions with members of the Boston area BB team who have specific experience and knowledge in those areas that are of greatest concern to participants.

Boston Business Mentors (BBM) is partnering with Northeastern University to host an intensive, hands-on workshop designed specifically for local entrepreneurs. This isn't just a networking mixer; it’s a working session to ensure you have the tools and the talk-track to grow. You will have the added benefit of getting to know local businesses as everyone develops their pitch.

Join serial founder and AI consultant Karen Kelly for a free, hands-on workshop to automate your busywork. Learn to combine an AI notetaker, Claude, and Wispr Flow into a simple workflow that turns one client meeting into a follow-up email, proposal, and presentation in under 10 minutes. This is for small business owners and solopreneurs who want to slash post-call admin and stop tasks from falling through the cracks. No coding skills needed! Discover which AI tools are actually worth your time so you can stay present with clients and eliminate manual drudgery.

Does your online presence actually drive calls, or is it just sitting there? To get found in 2026, your website, Google Business Profile, and reviews must work as a team. This practical primer breaks down the "big four" of digital visibility. - In this session, you’ll learn: - How to turn your website into a lead-generating machine. - The secret to a Google Profile that ranks. - Why reviews are your strongest sales tool. - How listings build the trust Google needs to rank you higher. Stop guessing and start growing with a unified digital strategy.

Generate Business Using Generative AI Tools - Every business needs an edge whether it is to streamline operations, create opportunities, or gain advice from millions of experts. In this hands-on workshop we will explore with live demos how using tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Co-Pilot, and Google Gemini can be utilized to address finance, legal, IT support, and marketing concerns.

Stop letting "bad business" drain your bank account and your energy. Join Bill Hulsey for a high-impact webinar designed for entrepreneurs who want to lead with authority and protect their bottom line. We’ll move beyond legal jargon to provide a blueprint for: Bulletproof Agreements: Creating fair terms that prevent disputes before they start. The "Guilt-Free" Collection: How to demand payment with confidence. Objective Dispute Resolution: Managing disagreements without losing your cool or your reputation. Turn your contracts into your strongest ally.

Thinking about starting or growing your business but not sure how to access funding? Join us for this free, practical webinar led by lending experts from Ascendus. We'll walk you through the essentials — from writing a business plan and choosing your structure, to understanding your financing options and preparing a strong loan application. Whether you're just getting started or ready to take the next step, this session will give you the tools and confidence to move forward.

Who can't use more leads! In this webinar we will explore different techniques for generating leads using your website, email marketing and social media efforts. The goal is to move prospective clients from curious to converted!

Whether you need to raise capital, sharpen your strategy, or improve daily execution, join our "nuts and bolts" webinar on business and operating plans. We’ll cover: -Differences in purpose, focus, and timeframe. -Essential sections for each plan. -Practical outlines to write them efficiently. Led by David Kulow—a Wharton MBA and Harvard grad who has grown and sold multiple consumer companies—this session draws on his expertise in market entry, cash flow, and pricing. Get the clarity you need to scale.

Join us for an strategic, high-impact roundtable designed specifically for local entrepreneurs. Limited to just 15 small businesses, this session offers a unique space to collaborate and tackle today's most pressing business challenges.

Gain invaluable guidance from Boston Business Mentors and connect with a peer network of fellow small business owners. Whether you’re navigating growth or streamlining operations, this is your opportunity to gain professional insights in a supportive setting.

Proudly sponsored by East Cambridge Savings Bank.

Your brand, content, processes, products, and ideas may be some of your most valuable business assets — but many business owners aren’t sure how to properly protect them. In this practical, information-focused webinar, attorney Jason Toomey will break down the four main types of intellectual property — trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and patents — in plain English. You’ll learn what each one protects, common mistakes to avoid, what you can handle on your own, and when professional guidance makes sense. If you’re starting a business or growing one, this session will give you a clear framework for protecting what you’re building.

Ready to turn your calling into a career? If fear or overwhelm are stalling your leap into self-employment, join guest speaker Jen Shultz, Founder of The Non-Nine-to-Five™, for this empowering educational webinar. You’ll Learn: How to get clear on your unique business purpose. How to build your bridge to successful self-employment. How to trust yourself even when you feel doubtful. Jen will walk you through three necessary steps to move past "analysis paralysis" and into action. If you feel a deep nudge to be of service to others, join us to gain the clarity you need.

Solve Your 2026 Growth Hurdles: Exclusive Small Business Roundtable
Stop guessing and start growing. Join Boston Business Mentors and Middlesex Bank for an intimate, high-impact roundtable designed for local leaders.

Limited to just 15 businesses, this session offers direct access to experts and peers to tackle your toughest questions:
AI Integration: How are others actually using it to save time?
Cash Flow: What are the best strategies for 2026?
Customer Acquisition: How do you pinpoint your ideal buyers?
Collaborate, solve, and scale. Secure your seat at the table before they’re gone.

Small businesses don't fail for lack of tools; they struggle because they have too many. This session explores "Tool Sprawl"—the quiet friction created when reactive software choices lead to operational fragmentation.

Stop letting your tools dictate your workflow. Learn to build a plan that prioritizes visibility and simple, sustainable growth.

Ben Franklin once said: "If you would know the value of money, just go and try to borrow some."; With interest rates back to historical norms, his words are more relevant than ever. This program shows you how Excel can help you deploy scarce resources efficiently.

Highlights:
Setup: Proper data entry for rates and dates.
Valuation: Calculating PV, FV, and IRR for payment streams.
Loans: Computing level debt reduction and mortgage payments.
Analysis: Using Excel resources for capital allocation.

Generate Business Using Generative AI Tools - Every business needs an edge whether it is to streamline operations, create opportunities, or gain advice from millions of experts. In this hands-on workshop we will explore with live demos how using tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Co-Pilot, and Google Gemini can be utilized to address finance, legal, IT support, and marketing concerns.

Join us for an strategic, high-impact roundtable designed specifically for local entrepreneurs. Limited to just 15 small businesses, this session offers a unique space to collaborate and tackle today's most pressing business challenges.

Gain invaluable guidance from Boston Business Mentors and connect with a peer network of fellow small business owners. Whether you’re navigating growth or streamlining operations, this is your opportunity to gain professional insights in a supportive setting.

Proudly sponsored by East Cambridge Savings Bank.

Stop guessing about business loans. Start understanding them. Join us for a power packed session designed for entrepreneurs of any stage, who are serious about securing smart capital. We will break down how SBA loans really work and what lenders look for. Learn how to fund your business with confidence!

A successful freelance business needs sales, but most consultants hate selling. How can we position ourselves for success– to get the right clients at the right prices, with the least business development effort, and without the “ick” factor? Join for an interactive workshop on the 2-Step Sales Process for Introverted Freelancers.- How to use your Origin Story and M.E.G.A. Positioning to provide business development leverage. -How to generate more ideal referrals (and fewer time wasters)- How to feel calm and in control of your freelance business

Your ability to speak with confidence directly impacts your bottom line. Whether pitching to investors or clients, you must be compelling and credible. In this interactive session with Mary Cheyne, you will:
Attract Ideal Clients: Leverage public speaking to win business.
Bypass the Inner Critic:
Use practical tools to stop overthinking and start sharing.
Sound Authentic: Learn to be knowledgeable without feeling "salesy."

Curious if you can build your own website—and keep it up to date as your business grows? In this short, live Squarespace demo, we’ll walk through the exact steps to create a clean, professional site. You’ll see how to add menu, pages and sections, adjust layout and styles, and set up simple workflows like contact forms and a basic store. This session is demo-only (no hands-on work required). Ideal for small business owners, freelancers, and nonprofits. Free + live Q&A.

Navigate the complexities of the modern workplace in this comprehensive guide to the employment lifecycle. We cover essential strategies for compliant hiring—from job postings to offer letters—and proactive performance management. Learn to mitigate legal risk regarding wage and hour laws, discrimination, and retaliation. Additional focus includes safeguarding intellectual property, managing time off, and integrating AI into HR procedures. Gain the tools needed to build robust employee handbooks and protect your company’s most vital assets.

Learn to transform complex data into impactful visuals with this live program. We will demonstrate how to choose the right chart type, organize data efficiently, and build charts with a single click. You’ll learn to customize elements like axes, labels, and gridlines, and use custom graphics (like stacked icons) for professional flair. The session also covers advanced techniques: connecting multiple charts to one dataset for automatic updates and creating "overlay" charts that combine different types, like column and line. Most features apply to PowerPoint too!

Join us for a roundtable workshop with Boston Business Mentors (BBM). This session brings entrepreneurs and small business owners together with mentors to discuss challenges, solutions, and successes in a collaborative setting. Attendees can network with peers and schedule one-on-one sessions with specialists in finance, marketing, legal, and HR. BBM is a nonprofit of former CEOs and founders dedicated to helping you scale. Don’t miss this chance to gain expert insights from leaders who have built and exited successful businesses!

Stop "just chatting" and start closing. Presented by Zenagos, this workshop replaces sales stress with a clear 8-step roadmap.

Learn to:
- Open with Impact: Build rapport and align your offer to customer needs.
- The "Zip It" Rule: Stop talking yourself out of deals after stating your price.
- Handle Objections: Master the Listen > Understand > Confirm > Address cycle.
- End Ghosting: Set clear expectations to secure the follow-up.
- Lead every meeting with confidence.

Presenters: Mavis Chin, Karen Baldeshwieler, Stacey Coombs and Monica Meadows

A detailed primer on how to follow the employment laws, including the principles behind the laws and best practice tips.