This workshop is designed to guide you through the steps necessary for starting a business.

It covers the different legal business entities, licenses needed, taxes and insurance. We explain what business plans are all about and show you how to collect business information and research. You will learn about capital funding and the lender’s view of the borrower.

Presenters: Dick Meyer had a long career working as Regional VP for Carrabba’s’ Italian Grill. He has been a SCORE mentor since 2015, and has worked with Metro Diner since 2017.

Paul McNally helps business owners that have made the decision to sell their business find a buyer by providing the confidential targeted marketing of their business. He also helps buyers find the business of their dreams by searching for a small business that fits their wants and needs. Expertise with business plans, management and operations and marketing, plus Paul is an food & beverage and real estate industry expert.