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In 1994, the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) embarked on what was to become one of its most popular program offerings: The Entrepreneurial Assistance Center (EAP). Dedicated to providing support to aspiring business owners and businesses seeking to grow, EAP’s model includes a 60-hour classroom training component, along with one-to-one technical assistance to discuss and address individual business needs. To date, over 1,000 entrepreneurs have participated in EAP, and “success stories” run the gamut from home-based businesses to multiple location hospitality services.

Do you want to learn to start and operate a business the right way? Do you need assistance in taking your business to the next level? If so, the $240 cost for participating in EAP is an investment in your future.

Program topics will include::

• Developing a business plan that works
• Creating a viable marketing plan
• Understanding legal structures you can use for a business
• Mastering the basics of accounting and bookkeeping
• Preparing financial statements, including cash flow analysis;
• Certifying your business for government contracts
• Understanding the commercial real estate market
• Effectively using technology in your business
• Getting your business financing

At BEDC’s EAP Center, our goals are practical – we want you to leave with the tools to start a successful business. Whether you do that tomorrow, or when you feel ready, we are here to offer you the support you need.