Resources for Entrepreneurs, Workers, and Small Businesses

We know how important entrepreneurs, workers, and small businesses are to our economy. You provide critical goods and services, create jobs for local people and bring energy, innovation and connections to neighborhoods. We applaud the work you do every day and it’s important to us here at LISC to support your efforts. Here are a few helpful resources you need to know about.

Grow Your Food Industry & Packaged Goods Business

Join LISC and in/tend on June 18th at 1pm EDT for a 1-hour workshop on how to grow your food industry and packaged goods business. We will highlight the 3 stages of launching and growing a successful consumer packaged goods (CPG) product business, covering everything from developing and pricing your product, accounting and taxes, marketing, financing and procurement.

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Rewrite your future with Verizon Skill Forward and edX

Verizon Skill Forward provides you with the skills to pave your path to new career opportunities with job-relevant programs from edX, part of Verizon’s goal to make quality education accessible for all. Prepare for in-demand jobs — at zero cost. Build in-demand skills, utilize career resources, and earn certificates that prove your proficiency.

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Last Chance for this $10k Grant Opportunity

Sign up for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, complete any combination of two courses, coaching events, and community events and apply by June 28th. Not only will you be eligible to apply for a $10k grant but you’ll benefit from free access to business courses, live coaching sessions led by industry experts, and insightful resources.

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FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab

The FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab is a multi-faceted program designed to help diverse small business owners, primarily women and people of color, who are looking to develop or expand their e-commerce operations as they continue to adapt their business models in the wake of COVID-19. The deadline to apply for this opportunity is July 1st at 5:00pm EDT.

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