‘How to Start a New Business’ Training Session Offered Aug. 31 in Sikeston

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., Aug. 3, 2010 -- The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) of Southeast Missouri State University is holding a business training event, "How to Start a New Business!" Aug. 31 in Sikeston, Mo.

The session will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, at the Sikeston Area Chamber of Commerce, 1 Industrial Drive in Sikeston. The instructor is Russell Humphrey, director of the SBTDC at Southeast.

Topics to be covered will include: being in business for yourself; legal, tax, marketing and financing issues; resources for Missouri business owners; and a questions and answers.

This is an informal, interactive program that emphasizes real world information and is specifically designed for people who are thinking about starting or buying a business.

The fee for attending is $30 with a discounted fee of $15 for an accompanying business partner or family member. Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited; please reserve your spot as soon as you decide to attend.  Call (573) 986-6084 for a registration form or more information.

The Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) is a part of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) at Southeast Missouri State University.  The mission of the CIE is to stimulate local and regional economic growth and development that improves the quality of lives, communities, and businesses in Southeast Missouri and the surrounding region.