Want to start a business?

The Indianapolis Public Library is launching a free Small Business Series starting Monday, Sept. 9 and running until Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Central Library. It invites business owners and entrepreneurs to attend a series of programs designed to educate and inspire.

The series will cover essential business topics such as financial statements, law, marketing, certifications, and intellectual property.

Here's the schedule:

Data Axle Training | Monday, Sept. 9 | 3 p.m.
The Legal Aspects of Starting a Small Business | Monday, Sept. 9 | 6 p.m.
Reach Your Target Customer: Creating a Marketing Plan for Your Business | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 6 p.m.
Start Strong | Monday, Sept. 16 | 6 p.m.
Stay Strong | Tuesday, Sept. 17 | 6 p.m.
Small Business and Intellectual Property Legal Clinic | Monday, Sept. 23 | 4 p.m.
Protecting Your Business: An Intellectual Property Masterclass for Entrepreneurs | Monday, Sept. 23 | 6 p.m.
Don’t Fear the Spreadsheet: Small Biz Setup, Financial Statements, and Reporting Requirements | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 6 p.m.
Certification of MBE/WBE/DOBEs | Monday, Sept. 30 | 6 p.m.
AI and the Entrepreneur: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Your Business | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 6 p.m.

Register for workshops online.

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