Seminars and Workshops
The BSBDC has direct access to many organisations, professional groups and Government departments that enable it to ensure that the advice provided is accurate and up-to-date. We partner with banks, local insurance companies, accounting firms and other businesses to sponsor events with presentations by known, successful business owners who share their experience and provide answers.
The BSBDC events also aim to be information-packed, relevant and directly useful to you and your business. Our Quarterly Business Workshops and Seminars allow small business owners to stay abreast of best business practices to remain competitive and profitable.
For more information, please contact us.
UPCOMING Seminars:
Customer Service Matters Seminar
Wednesday,131st March 2010 from 8:00 pm - 11:30 am at Fairmont Hamilton Princess
Click on the link above to register online
Topics to include:
- Understanding the value of quality customer service
- Handling customer complaints effectively
- Creating a loyal customer base
- Obtaining and utilising customer feedback to shape your organisation
Past Seminars:
Safety & Security Matters Seminar
Wednesday,17th February 2010
Topics included:
- Crime Prevention Unti
- Crime Stoppers
- Community Action Team
Human Resource Matters
Wednesday, 27th January 2010
Topics included:
- Successful hiring in the post recession
- Tips on how to attract the best employee for your small business
- Maximizing employee productivity
- Explanation of the Employment Act and mandatory requirements for employers and employees
- Overview of services offered by Department of Labour & Training
- Determining whether to downsize or institute a hiring freeze
Taking Business Risk Matters
Wednesday, 15 October 2009
Topics included:
- Risks and rewards of entrepreneurship
- Business risks - Dreams, sacrifices and commitment
- Taking the risk to grow your business
- Tackling the risks to re-invent your business
EEZ Loan & Grant Seminar
(Click on the name of the seminar above to view the presentation)
Tuesday, 25 August 2009
Topics included:
- Details on completion of loan and grant applications
- How additional funds may benefit your EEZ business
- Preparation of cash flow and financial statements
Real Estate and Property Matters in the EEZ
Wednesday, 19 August 2009
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Presentations
- EEZ Land Use and Design
- Coldwell Banker - Buying and Selling in EEZ
- WJ Seymour Real Estate Ltd. - The Value of a Survey
- Progressive Realty - Making an Offer
- HSBC, Bank of Bermuda - EEZ Products
- Butterfield Bank - Financing and Pre-approval
Starting an Online Business Matters
Wednesday, 15 July 2009
8:00 am - 11:30 am
Topics included:
- The basics of starting an online business
- Process for registering an online business
- Selecting and registering a domain name
- Legal Considerations
- Marketing your online business
- Accepting payments online
Costing and Pricing Matters Seminar
Wednesday, 20 May 2009
8:00 am - 11:30 am
Topics included:
- How to accurately price products and services
- Review of basic financial statements
- Understanding how to manage cash flow
- Case studies from the tourism, construction and retail industries
Vendor Market Matters Seminar, Wednesday
April 29, 2009 - Presentations
- Pedlars Act 1894 Presentation
- Payroll Tax Information for Vendors
- Food Safety at Temporary Events
- Customs Matters for Vendors
Government Benefit Matters Seminar
Thursday, March 26, 2009 - Presentations
- Office of the Tax Commisioner
- Customs Department
- Department of Social Insurance
- Registrar of Companies
Economic Stability Matters Seminar
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Finance Matters Seminar
Tuesday, October 28 2008 - Presentations
- Bank of Bermuda Finance Matters
- Butterfield BSBDC Seminar Presentation
- Small Business Advisors Presentation
Location & Legal Matters
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
General BSBDC Presentation
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