Southwest Region Small Business Development Center

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Great things are coming in October!

That's when our Growing A Successful Small Business training series starts!

Register here: https://sbdcjcc.regfox.com/growing-a-successful-small-business

Whether you're exploring a business idea or ready to grow an existing venture, this five-session program provides the practical tools to help you succeed. Learn to evaluate opportunities, develop a business plan, create financial projections, and use AI and social media for growth.

Topics Covered:
• Market Research & Feasibility
• Financial Projections
• Business Plan Development
• AI & Social Media Tools
• Financing & Growth Strategies
• SWOT Analysis

Why Attend?
✓ Live + virtual options
✓ Expert SBDC instructors with free 1-on-1 advising
✓ Certificate of completion
✓ Only $40 (free for full-time JCC students)
✓ Network with entrepreneurs

Dates: 5 Thursdays in October, 5:30-7:30 PM
Locations: Jamestown & Olean JCC Campuses / Virtual
Questions? Call 716-338-1024 or email [email protected]

Register here: https://sbdcjcc.regfox.com/growing-a-successful-small-business

08/20/2026

NEW FORMAT. SAME GREAT WIN IN BUSINESS. NOW JUST $10!

We’re changing things up for WIN In Business!

Instead of our traditional lunch format, we’re moving to a lighter brunch experience—making it easier and more affordable for local business owners and professionals to take advantage of high-quality business training, meaningful connections, and practical ideas they can put to work right away.

And the best part? You’re getting the same great programming, featuring small business owners and professionals from right here in our area sharing their knowledge and experience. 🙌

🤖 September’s Topic:

AI As Your Thought Partner: Social Media Smarter, Not Harder

You’re already scrolling. Your customers are too. Let’s make your social media work harder for your business—without making YOU work harder. 📱💡

You’ll learn how to:
📱 Choose the platforms that make sense for YOUR audience
💡 Build a simple social media strategy you can actually maintain
🤖 Use AI to plan, create, and stay consistent—without losing your voice
✨ Turn your time on social media into something that can actually move your business forward

🎤 Guest Speaker: Erica Rose

🥐 Come for the brunch. Stay for the ideas, connections, and practical tools.

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
💲 NEW LOWER PRICE: Only $10!

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner, entrepreneur, or just getting started, WIN In Business is designed to help you learn from other local professionals and grow your business.

👉 Your customers are already scrolling. Learn how to make your business worth stopping for.

Reserve your spot:
https://sbdcjcc.regfox.com/september-win-in-business

08/10/2026

🚀 Social media shouldn’t feel like a second full-time job.

What if AI could help you think faster, plan smarter, and finally make social media feel manageable?

Join us for September’s WIN In Business:

🤖 AI As Your Thought Partner: Social Media Smarter, Not Harder

If social media feels overwhelming, this practical session is for you! Learn how to:

📱 Choose the right platforms for your audience
💡 Build a simple, sustainable strategy
🤖 Use AI to plan, create, and stay consistent—without losing your voice

Plus, enjoy our new brunch format while connecting with other local business owners and professionals!

Guest speaker: Erica Rose

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
💲 Only $10!
Register here: https://sbdcjcc.regfox.com/september-win-in-business

Don’t let social media overwhelm you. Let AI help! 🚀

07/29/2026

This is tonight 5-7pm.

07/15/2026

Chautauqua County's Countywide Resiliency Plan is a planning initiative that will help identify strategies to prepare for future flooding, extreme weather, and other natural hazards while strengthening the long-term resilience of communities across Chautauqua County. Residents, businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders are invited to participate in a Community Visioning Workshop on Thursday, July 16, from 5:00–6:30 PM at Prendergast Library in Jamestown.
See the attached for additional information.

07/14/2026

📢 Calling all Cattaraugus County small business owners!

If you’re thinking about hiring your first employee or you’d like to train a current employee to learn new skills, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Through funding provided by CATTalyst COllective, eligible small businesses may receive On-the-Job Training (OJT) support to help offset training costs while growing your team.

If you’re not sure whether you qualify, reach out and ask!
📧 Jason Miller [email protected] 📞716-806-0060

Know a small business owner? Please share this post!

And a huge thank you to CATTalyst Collective for investing in our local small businesses and making this opportunity possible. 👏💛

07/14/2026

Leadership Allegany Alumni and Friends are invited to join Cohort 2027 at the annual Leadership Summit brought to you by Leadership Allegany and Leadership Cattaraugus. Go to this link for event information and registration: https://www.leadershipcattaraugus.org/events

This year’s program is focused on Leadership & Wellness: Mental health, Work life balance, Retention & Engagement.

07/02/2026

Read the original post to learn more about this international trade webinar!