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	We are on the move in Harrisburg Kutztown University Recognizes 14 Successful Entrepreneurs and valued partners Learning Opportunities for December Cash Flow is King Energy Efficiency

Kutztown University Recognizes 14 Successful Entrepreneurs and valued partners

Dr. Javier Cevallos, President of Kutztown University, presented awards to 14 KUSBDC clients and valued partners at our recent Success Fair. Over 250 clients, students and partners show cased their products and services at the trade show attended small Q&A groups with accountants, lawyers and human resource professionals. View the recipients and sponsors at... »

Learning Opportunities for December

Beyond Brick and Mortar - An e-commerce seminar series sponsored by: PENNTAP, Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers, Pennsylvania e- Commerce Association and Keystone Development Center. Experts in e-Commerce issues have gathered to present this... An OSHA Update Seminar - The Berks Safety Forum has arranged another buffet breakfast and morning seminar to address timely OSHA updates. You and your peers, are cordially invited to attend this informative meeting designed to bring you up to date with the latest OSHA rules and regulations. Program Topic ... Taking the mystery out of DoD Audit Requirements - DCAA DoD Financial/Audit Training / Doing Business with the U.S. Air Force Gain an understanding from inside experts on the audit requirements for DoD contracts and how the Air Force purchases goods and services - attend one or both sessions. Both sessions will be taught by professionals from Brooks Air Force Base in Texas...  »

Cash Flow is King

Most small firms at one point in time experience a cash flow problem. A recent survey of small firms in our region by the Kutztown University SBDC found that the top three internal factors affecting their firms ability to grow included: 1) finding new customers 2) maintaining internal cost controls and 3) meeting market prices. Each of these factors impacts your cash flow. The first step in analyzing your cash flow is to prepare a projected expense and revenue projection for the upcoming year. This will force you to project your anticipated purchases of new assets, anticipated liquidation of old assets, anticipated cash inflows and anticipated recurring expenses. If you do not already have a spreadsheet template prepared, then you can contact the KUSBDC for a free, user-friendly Excel template that will help you prepare a one-year cash flow.... »

Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficiency: Adding Money to Your Business' Bottom Line I'm sure many of you remember the energy conservation cries of the not too distant past. Things like lowering your thermostat to 68° F and dimming or turning off lights. While these activities are still useful in helping to conserve energy, energy efficiency has evolved into a science combining common sense, resource efficient practices, and advances in lighting and many other technologies. Energy efficiency does not mean sitting in cold, semi- dark offices during the winter months and warm offices in the summer. Energy efficiency has become a means for businesses to improve their bottom line by reducing utility bills through.... »

We are on the move in Harrisburg

On December 2, the KUSBDC team will be moving to our newly renovated office space at 2917 North Front Street in Harrisburg. The Foundation for Entrepreneurial Studies and KUSBDC goal is to utilize the 6,500 square foot facility to create a catalyst for entrepreneurial development in the region and the world by bringing together additional services critical to helping entrepreneurs succeed, incubator space for start-up entrepreneurs and a convenient location for entrepreneurs to network and learn Our new contact information: 717-346-2029 Phone 717-346-2038 Fax 2917 North Front Street Harrisburg, PA 17011.

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