Upcoming Events

Register here for City of Stamford, Office of Economic Development events

City of Stamford Access to Capital and Resource Event
Join the City of Stamford Office of Economic Development for our Small Business Access to Capital and Resource Event on Monday, September 16th, from 10 am to 11:30 am. This will be an informative session and networking event to hear about how the participating organizations provide your business access to finance and resources. Whether you're just starting or looking to expand your business, this event will equip you with the tools and connections for your business to thrive. Register here. 

Past Events

City of Stamford Access to Finance Event
Join the City of Stamford Office of Economic Development at 11:00 a.m. on September 6 at the Stamford Old Town Hall for a morning of networking and presentations from the Women’s Business Development Council on their Equity Match Grant, Fairfield County Bank, and Norwalk Kiva Hub with remarks from Mayor Simmons.

Small/Minority S/MBE Certification Training
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) holds regular certification clinics. Register to attend, lunch provided, no cost to attend.

International Trade Finance Discussion
In-person International Trade event on September 20, 2023, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm in Stratford. The panel of international trade finance experts will delve into a range of financing options aimed at bolstering export sales. Registration is free. 

Black Business Month - Empowering Entrepreneurs, free in-person event in Bridgeport on 8/24, registration required.

Black Business Month
Please join the City of Stamford to kick off Black Business Month with an evening of networking and presentations on Access to Finance.  

DOD Northeast Regional Matchmaker
SeCTer is hosting the largest government contracting event for small businesses in Connecticut.

Attend workshops and info sessions, network with government and industry leaders, and take part in a matchmaker event on August 9 and 10. Registration required.