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Business Plan Toolkit

part of the Start Smart Business series
2026-06-16 18:00:00 2026-06-16 19:00:00 America/Chicago Business Plan Toolkit Learn how to use free library resources to research your business plan professionally! Good Hope Branch - Community Room

Tuesday, June 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-16 18:00:00 2026-06-16 19:00:00 America/Chicago Business Plan Toolkit Learn how to use free library resources to research your business plan professionally! Good Hope Branch - Community Room

Good Hope Branch

Community Room

Learn how to use free library resources to research your business plan professionally!

Learn how to use free library resources to research your business plan professionally! In this workshop you’ll be introduced to business models and business plan resources and examples. Learn about the elements of a business plan and what free library tools can help you find your customers.  Registration encouraged!

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Business/Entrepreneurship |

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Alyssa Rockey
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