This fall, aspiring central Arkansas entrepreneurs can take advantage of free business startup workshops presented by the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center in partnership with the City of Little Rock.

The center, based at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, will offer five sessions at different city facilities around town. Anyone interested in starting a business is invited to attend.

The following events are free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Register online at asbtdc.org/training/little-rock-events or call 501-683-7700.

Is Starting a Business Right for You?

The workshop acquaints prospective business owners with the startup process and the entrepreneurial lifestyle. The hour-long conversation also covers what starting and operating a business requires and tips to help participants decide if they are ready to move forward with their idea.

• Oct. 3, 6-7 p.m., Josephine Pankey Community Center, 13700 Cantrell Road, Little Rock
• Oct. 30, 2:30-3:30 p.m., West Central Community Center, 4532 John Barrow Road, Little Rock

Empezando un Negocio en Arkansas (Starting a Business in Arkansas in Spanish) • Oct. 9, 2018

Eileen Devereux Dailey, a bilingual business consultant, will teach “Empezando un Negocio en Arkansas” entirely in Spanish. This basic seminar discusses essential startup and planning steps, as well as key issues that affect business success. The workshops will take place 5:30-8 p.m. at Southwest Community Center, 6401 Baseline Road, Little Rock.

Startup in a Day • Nov. 13, 2018

This workshop combines three of ASBTDC’s most popular seminars: “Starting a Business in Arkansas,” “Writing a Business Plan,” and “Financing Options.” In addition to outlining the essential steps to start and finance a new business, participants will learn practical ways to avoid pitfalls that first-time business owners face. In one day, learn how to start your business the right way. The workshop will take place 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at The Centre at University Park, 6401 W. 12th St., Little Rock.

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center assists entrepreneurs at every stage of business development and growth. Core services include no-cost consulting and market research.

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration through a partnership with the UA Little Rock College of Business and other institutions of higher education. All programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Shannon Roberts at (501) 683-7700.