Webinar: Fueling Small Business Growth with Library Resources
Date: Monday, August 31, 2026 | Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Cost: Free
What if you had access to the same market research, business intelligence and professional development tools used by major corporations—without the expensive subscription fees?
Join the Regional Chamber for an informative webinar that will introduce entrepreneurs, small business owners and Chamber members to the powerful business resources available through your local library. From developing a business plan and researching competitors to creating targeted customer lists, accessing legal templates and enhancing your team's skills, you'll discover practical tools that can help you make smarter business decisions while saving thousands of dollars.
During this session, you'll learn how to:
- Develop a stronger business plan using trusted planning templates and industry-specific market research.
- Identify your ideal customers, analyze competitors and uncover new market opportunities using professional business databases.
- Build targeted business prospect lists and research consumer demographics to support your marketing and sales efforts.
- Access free professional development through LinkedIn Learning for both business owners and employees.
- Find legal forms, operating agreements, nondisclosure agreements and other business documents to help protect your business.
- Navigate Ohio business registration, licensing and compliance requirements with confidence.
- Research industry trends, labor statistics and competitive wage information to make informed hiring decisions.
- Connect with local organizations that provide mentoring, financing and one-on-one business advising to help your business grow.
Whether you're launching a new venture, expanding an existing business or simply looking for ways to operate more efficiently, this webinar will introduce valuable resources that can support every stage of your business journey.
You'll also learn how to access these tools from your home or office with your library card and discover additional business programming and research assistance available through your local library.
Don't miss this opportunity to unlock free resources that can help your business grow, compete and succeed.