Launching Your Own Business
2026-07-14 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | 318 Main Street, 4th floor Evansville 47708
Date: 7/14/2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (CDT)
Status: Open - 26 places remaining
Registration Deadline: 7/14/2026 3:00 PM (CDT)
Fee: No Fee

Point of Contact: Catherine King (812) 425-7232
Location: 318 Main St, Evansville IN 47708-1456

Training Topics: Business Financing, Business Plan, Business Start-up/Preplanning, Launching Your Own Business, Managing a Business, Marketing/Sales
Description:

Every successful business starts with a solid foundation. Whether you're thinking about launching a side hustle, opening a storefront, or turning a passion into a profession, this class will guide you through the essential steps to start strong. This hands-on workshop covers the basics of starting any kind of business from evaluating whether now is the right time, to forming your legal entity, and preparing to tackle the common pitfalls that derail early-stage entrepreneurs. Every business is unique, but there are critical areas that apply to every business and addressing them early will increase your chances of long-term success.In this session, Southwest Indiana SBDC Business Advisors will help you understand:Your personal and professional readiness to start a businessHow to evaluate your business idea for both viability and feasibilityHow to perform market research and assess your competitionSteps to properly name, structure, and register your business in IndianaStartup costs, funding options, and how to begin building financial projectionsThe purpose and structure of a business plan and how it helps you make smart decisions Upon registration, you'll receive a link to materials including a digital workbook: "Guide to Starting a Business." Printed materials are provided at the beginning of this session.After the workshop, participants are invited to schedule 1:1, no-cost advising with an SBDC Business Advisor for help refining their business concept or preparing to apply for funding.This event is being held in-person on the 4th floor of Innovation Pointe, 318 Main St, Evansville.
Launching Your Own Business classes are generously sponsored by German American Bank.Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the US Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
