July Workshops Help New And Existing Businesses Succeed

June 19, 2012

Contact: 312-744-2086

City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

Attachment: July 2012 Business Education Workshop Calendar

The City of Chicago’s Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) continues to offer FREE Business Education Workshop every Wednesday and Friday at City Hall.   The July calendar workshop topics help teach businesses all aspects of business.  

This month, attend workshops on business fundamentals like “The ABCs of Starting a Business” and “Navigating a Commercial Real Estate Transaction for Business Owners.”  Learn about how to protect you and your business with workshops on “Trademark and Copyright Law Basics” and  “Understanding Labor and Employment Law – From a Business Perspective.”  Do not forget the monthly workshops, “Talk to City Inspectors, Ask Questions Get Answers” along with “How to Become Certified/Doing Business With the City of Chicago.” Lastly, you do not want to miss this new workshops presented by Constant Contact, “7 Keys to Email Marketing.”   

To register for a workshop or for more information call, 312-744-2086 or email BACPoutreach@cityofchicago.org. Workshops are conducted by city officials, BACP’s partner organizations or by experts in the industry. Workshops are located at BACP City Hall Office, 121 N. La Salle Street, Room 805.

You can learn more about BACP programs and events by visiting www.cityofchicago.org/bacp.

 July 2012 Business Workshop Calendar

7/4   No Workshop Due to Holiday

7/6   7 Keys to Email Marketing

         9:30am to 11:00am

Presented by Constant Contact

Are you interested in learning how email marketing can help your business grow? Join us for this informative presentation to learn how you can create highly effective and professional emails that get results.  Email marketing is an effective, affordable and easy to use way to enhance your small businesses image and communicate with your customers and prospects. Topics covered during this overview of email marketing include, what is permission-based email marketing, list building, tips on getting your emails opened, best practices in email marketing, tracking results and what to do with this information, and much more!

7/11   *Talk to City Inspectors, Ask Questions

Get Answers  

          3:00pm to 4:30pm

          Presented by the City of Chicago

To operate a successful business in Chicago you must know the requirements.  Talk to inspectors from four City departments who will provide insight to operate safely, stay compliant, help prepare for inspections, and point out the do’s and don’ts of operating your business. Don’t miss this workshop.

7/13  The ABCs of Starting a Business

9:30 am to 11:00 am

          Presented by SCORE Counselors of America

Do you have what it takes to start and run a successful business?  If so, what are the first steps you should take?  This workshop will help you assess your prospects, give you the initial direction you need, and inspire you to move forward to realize your dream.

7/18  Understanding Labor & Employment Law -From A Business' Perspective               

3:00pm to 4:30pm

Presented by Charles Krugel, Labor & Employment Attorney

Misunderstanding & misapplying employment practices can cost a business a great deal of money when disputes & misunderstandings occur.  By understanding how our labor & employment laws regulate the workplace, a business owner or operator can save a great deal of money.  This is an interactive Q&A based discussion of attendees' concerns.

7/20  Trademark & Copyright Law Basics

9:30 am to 11:00 am

           Presented by Espinar & Associates, PC

What is in a name, phrase and/or logo that distinguishes your business from another? What do trademarks and copyrights cover?  Come to this workshop to better understand the benefits of filing for trademark and copyright protection.  Also learn how to identify and protect your business intangible assets and much more.

7/25  *How to Become Certified

          2:00 to 3:00pm

          Doing Business with the City of Chicago

          3:15 to 4:30pm

          Presented by the City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS)

Are you interested in doing business with or being a certified vendor with the City of Chicago? You don’t want to miss this workshop. Come learn about the different types of procurement opportunities as well as the City’s contract monitoring and compliance standards.

7/27  Navigating a Commercial Real Estate Transaction for Business Owners

9:30am to 11:00am

Presented by Lema Khorshid Esq., Partner, Fuksa Khorshid, LLC

Are you interested in leasing commercial property for your business? This is a tough real estate market – know how to navigate your way through commercial leases.   Ms. Khorshid has taught this workshop for five years. You’ll gain an abundance of knowledge and practical tips from her as you learn how to locate the ideal property, negotiate the right lease for your business and understand the pitfalls in commercial leases, all while she teaches you how to save money.

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