Central Library proudly presents its annual small business series of free, in-person workshops plus a dedicated legal clinic tailored specifically for both established business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. This year’s series promises to be more comprehensive than ever. The series includes workshops delving into crucial topics such as financial statement analysis, legal considerations for businesses, effective marketing strategies, , and safeguarding intellectual property. This year’s series also includes two workshops presented in Spanish.
In addition to our hands-on workshops, we offer a curated selection of business books designed to inform, inspire, and guide you through every stage of your business journey. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine and expand your existing enterprise, our resources will provide valuable insights and practical advice.
Join us at Central Library to gain expert knowledge, connect with fellow entrepreneurs, and access tools that will help drive your business forward. We are dedicated to supporting your success and equipping you with valuable resources to help you thrive in today’s competitive business environment.
Questions? Call Central Library and ask to speak with a Business Librarian.
Feel free to walk in, but we encourage you to register.
2025 Small Business Series
- Event: Aprovechando las Redes Sociales para el Crecimiento Empresarial/Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth
- Date & Time: Monday, September 08, 6:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: Presented by Alex Balbuena, Latinos Indy Media *This program will be presented in Spanish.
- Register Here
- Event: The Legal Aspects of Starting a Small Business
- Date & Time: Tuesday, September 09, 6:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: In this workshop you will be introduced to some of the essential legal aspects of starting a small business, such as how to choose a legal structure for your business. Presented by attorney Zachary Lange
- Register Here
- Event: Don’t Fear the Spreadsheet: Small Biz Setup, Financial Statements & Reporting Requirements
- Date & Time: Tuesday, September 16, 6:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: This workshop will explore different types of financial statements, how to understand them, and how to use them to manage your business and make numbers-informed business decisions. The workshop will be presented by Hassan Khan, CPA.
- Register Here
- Event: Small Business and Intellectual Property Legal Clinic
- Date & Time: Monday, September 22, 4:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: Do you have questions about the legal aspects of starting a business or intellectual property such as trademarks and patents?
- No Registration Required.
- Event: Protecting Your Business: An Intellectual Property Masterclass for Entrepreneurs
- Date & Time: Monday, September 22, 6:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: Learn how to safeguard your groundbreaking ideas with patents, protect confidential data with trade secrets, establish a strong brand with trademarks, and secure your creative works with copyrights. Presented by attorneys Matt Metzger and Garrett Hutchinson
- Register Here
- Event: Financing Your Small Business: How to Access Loans through CDFI (Community Development Financial Institution)
- Date & Time: Tuesday, September 23, 6:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: Presented by Agnes Theodossiou, Indy Chamber’s Business Ownership Initiative
- Register Here
- Event: Start Strong
- Date & Time: Monday, September 29, 6:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: We’ll cover some basic information about Indiana business taxes including how to register to collect and remit state taxes, an overview of common tax types that your business may deal with, and how to file and pay business taxes correctly.
- Register Here
- Event: Reach Your Target Customer: Creating a Marketing Plan for Your Business
- Date & Time: Tuesday, September 30, 6:00pm
- Location: Central Library
- Description: Learn practical strategies and actionable insights to effectively connect with your desired target audience, including how to develop a robust marketing plan tailored to your unique business objectives; leverage various marketing channels—both online and offline; and craft compelling messages.
- Register Here