Training Schedule

The Ohio Business Development Center provides educational training sessions to increase the skills of small and minority-owned businesses. 

May 24 – Basic Estimating.  James Jones, owner of HC Inspectors, teaches the class. 

June 15 – SBLA – LLC Repair Workshop: Fixing Common Mistakes with DIY LLCs 

June 22 – *How to Read Blueprints 

June 29 – *Tips for Reading the Specification Book

*=must be a member of the OBDC Planroom to attend.  Get information of the OBDC Planroom Membership >>here

July 12Basic EstimatingGet ready to sharpen your estimating skills with our engaging and informative class. Daniel Odion, with Ascension Construction Solutions, will offer valuable tips and strategies.

July 20SBLA – The Legal Plan: Your Business Legal Strategy for Profit, Protection, and Legacy By attending this workshop, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools to navigate the legal landscape of your business, safeguarding your assets, and setting the stage for sustainable growth and a lasting legacy. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your business’s future.

July 25 – Certification 101 – Learn about the certification process, area certifying programs and what documents to submit with your application. 

August 104 Page Business Plan.

A business plan is a written description of your business’ future. The 4-Page Business Plan is a simple and efficient way to “get it down in writing”. This class is a highly interactive learning experience that encourages participants to focus on planning as an essential part of business ownership. No matter where learners are in the development of their businesses, this 90-minute class encourages them to ask and answer key questions that help ensure they create and manage healthy businesses that are successful on a long-term basis. Presenter: Ambrose Moses III, Esq, CED Educator, Central State University.

August 10Certification 101. Learn about the certification process, area certifying programs and what documents to submit with your application.

August 17Business Law Basics for Startups. Whether you’re at the early stages of building your dream business or looking for ways to strengthen your existing setup, legal knowledge is essential for sustainable growth. This workshop is designed specifically for Black entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to navigate the business world with confidence and legal precision.

August 19Small Business Legal Aid Clinic. Schedule a brief, confidential legal consultation with an experienced business lawyer to discuss your small business legal needs.

August 24Certification 101. Learn about the certification process, area certifying programs and what documents to submit with your application.