First Steps: Mapping the Business Concept

Event description

Are you thinking about launching a small business? Not sure what is involved? Unsure if you have a viable business idea? Join this introductory presentation to break down the nuts and bolts of what is needed to start a business.

Attendees will be able to:
- Recognize steps to starting a business
- Utilize a business concept analysis to understand the viability of their business concept
- Understand differing legal structures
- Learn how to decide if starting a business is right for you!

Target Audience:
- Start-up businesses
- Individuals in the ideation and research stages
- Individuals preparing to launch their business
- Intermediate businesses looking for refreshers

Presenter: Isabel Krome

Isabel Krome joined Temple Small Business Development Center as a Business Consultant in 2021. She is particularly passionate about supporting female and LGBT+ business owners and has helped to launch and grow many businesses over the years, including professional service providers, creative professionals, daycare businesses, cleaning companies, and eCommerce businesses.

Isabel has over a decade of small business development experience. Her work has been wide-ranging, including business model planning, market research, AI implementation, business formalization, accessing capital, strategic planning, diversity certifications, and more.