Office of Economic Development

Small Communities. Big Opportunities.

Are you an aspiring or serial entrepreneur looking to purchase an existing business in New York State's North Country? If so, then this virtual conference is for you!

Attendees will learn from local business owners and regional business support professionals about taking over an existing business, the logistics of accessing capital, and insights into relocating to New York State's North Country.

For more information on this program, click the button below.

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Sessions to be Held February 24-27

Day 1: Wednesday, February 24, 2021

12:00 pm: Keynote and Crash Course in Taking Over an Existing North Country Business.
4:00 pm: Presenting Yourself as a Viable Successor: What can you learn from a professional recruiter about making a good first impression with a business owner?
5:00 pm: Speed Networking with Retiring Business Owners.

Day 2: Thursday, February 25, 2021

12:00 pm: Big Opportunities: Big Move. Relocating to the North Country.
4:00 pm: Diversity and Entrepreneurship in the North Country.
5:00 pm: Financial & Tax Considerations When Buying A Business.

Day 3: Friday, February 26, 2021

12:00 pm: Big Opportunities: Big Move. Learn about the journey from folks who have made the trek.
4:00 pm: Obtaining Financing to Purchase an Existing Business.

Day 4: Saturday, February 27, 2021

10:00 am: What's Next? Plan your next steps to realize your dream. Saturday morning brunch with the Center for Businesses in Transition.

The Small Communities, Big Opportunities Conference is organized and hosted by the North Country Center for Businesses in Transition. The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce, with Ben Dixon as its representative, is a Community Liason to the Center.

Questions? Email Ben at ben@slcchamber.org.

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