‘Starting Right’ class date announced

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Successfully launch a new business by completing the “Starting Right” class developed by the Business Enterprise Center at Wright State University-Lake Campus. This two-hour class delivers much of the basic information necessary for successful business ownership.

Each participant receives a large packet of information, including legal, record-keeping, tax and general business information. A business plan questionnaire and cash flow projection worksheet are also included.

During the class, a business counselor provides an overview of the information, as well as instruction on the basics of business ownership. The cost of the class is $35, payable the night of the class. Make checks payable to WSU BEC.

After the class, participants will need to start on their paperwork; however, they are not expected to complete all of the paperwork on their own. A business counselor will guide participants through the process and answer questions as necessary. Personal business counseling services are free and no limit is placed on the number of appointments. Business counselors routinely tackle problems such as business financing for start-ups, expansions, acquisitions, business management issues, tax and record-keeping issues, etc.

The class will meet in the Van Wert City Council Conference Room, on the second floor of the Municipal Building, 515 E. Main St., from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 25; however, dates and times do change, so contact the Ohio State University Extension-Van Wert County Community Development Office at 419.238.2999 to register and confirm dates and times.

Classes are also offered at the Lake Campus’ Business Enterprise Center in Celina once a month, for those who would prefer to travel there. Call 419.586.0355 to confirm dates and register.