Free BEST Workshops for Business Owners & Entrepreneurs This August

Small business owners and entrepreneurs—mark your calendars! The ECI Regional Planning District, in collaboration with the Innovation Connector, is hosting another series of BEST (Business Enterprise Services & Training) Workshops this August. Whether you’re launching a startup or expanding your current business, these FREE sessions are filled with practical tools, valuable insights, and encouraging guidance to help you move forward.

August 4 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Jay County Public Library (Community Room)
315 N Ship St, Portland, IN
Workshop Topic: Business Health Check: Moving the Bottom Line from Negative to Positive
Take time to evaluate your business performance. This session will guide you through identifying financial trouble spots and teach you how to apply strategies that strengthen your financial outlook.

August 11 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Marion-Grant County Chamber of Commerce (2nd Floor Conference Room)
217 S Adams St, Marion, IN
Workshop Topic: Client Services & Godly Business Practices
Learn how to serve clients with excellence while incorporating values-based principles into your business. This session focuses on building strong client relationships through integrity and meaningful service.

August 21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (WORKSHOP CANCELED)
Location: West Jay Community Center, Dunkirk
125 Hoover St, Dunkirk, IN
Workshop Topic: Side Hustles & Credit Score Essentials for Entrepreneurs
Explore our September BEST Workshop HERE.

Presenter: Ted Baker, Executive Director & CEO of the Muncie Innovation Connector, brings years of experience in helping businesses thrive. This event is powered by the ECI Regional Planning District in collaboration with the Innovation Connector.

These workshops are free and open to the public—ideal for small business owners, side gig seekers, and aspiring entrepreneurs throughout East Central Indiana. Join other local leaders and leave with knowledge you can put to work right away. Registration is not required, but it is recommended! We look forward to seeing you there!