Training Workshops

Recipe for Success: Introduction/Licensing & Permitting (Session 1)

Tuesday, September 01, 2026

Join us for the first session of Recipe for Success, a six-session virtual educational series designed specifically for aspiring and existing restaurateurs and food entrepreneurs who are ready to build, strengthen, and grow their food-based businesses.

This foundational series provides practical, real-world guidance on the core areas of operating and growing a food-based business. Throughout the six sessions, participants will explore introduction, licensing and permitting, inspections, leasing, building clientele and customer service, controlling food and labor costs, staffing, and branding.

Session 1 will introduce participants to the Recipe for Success series and focus on licensing and permitting considerations for food-based businesses.

Each session builds on the previous one to help you develop a stronger business foundation.

Program Details

*September 1 through September 17

*Every Tuesday and Thursday

*Virtual

*No cost to participate

*Participants must attend all six sessions to remain in the program

*Sessions will be recorded and made available afterward as a resource

Program Benefits

*Wilmington University certificate upon successful completion

*True Access Capital loan application fee waiver for participants who choose to apply for a loan

*Discounts on Food Safety Applied and Essential Courses

Registration closes Monday, August 24 at 11:59 PM

Speaker: Adam Hebert, Lillian Harrison, Rick Ferrell
Co-Sponsor:

Click to Customer Information Session

Wednesday, September 09, 2026

Join us for an informational session to learn more about Click to Customer, a four-part e-commerce training program designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen their online presence and improve their digital sales strategy.

During this session, participants will learn what to expect from the program, including how the series will guide business owners through building a strong digital foundation, understanding their target customers, creating an effective online customer journey, and developing strategies to turn online visitors into loyal customers.

We will review program expectations, session topics, registration requirements, and how Click to Customer can support entrepreneurs looking to grow and scale their online sales.

Whether you are looking to establish your online presence, improve your e-commerce strategy, or increase customer engagement, this information session will provide the details you need to determine if Click to Customer is the right fit for your business growth goals.

Click to Customer (Session 1)

Tuesday, October 06, 2026

Click to Customer is a four-part e-commerce training program designed to help entrepreneurs build, strengthen, and scale their online sales presence. The program is rooted in practical, proven business practices and is structured to guide participants through the essential components of developing an effective online customer journey.

Over the course of four sessions, participants will learn how to establish a strong digital foundation, identify and reach their target audience, and implement strategies that turn website visitors into paying customers. Each session builds upon the last, providing a clear and organized learning experience that supports both understanding and application.

Participants must attend Session 1 to access the remaining sessions. Individual session registration is not available, as the program is designed to be experienced as a complete series to ensure continuity and the best learning outcomes.

The program emphasizes real-world strategies that entrepreneurs can apply immediately to improve their online performance. Participants will leave with a stronger understanding of how to position their business online, improve engagement, and increase conversions in a sustainable way.

Sessions will be held virtually on October 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 6:00 PM, allowing entrepreneurs to participate from any location while gaining valuable, hands-on guidance to support the growth of their business.

Speaker: Andre Steinberg
Co-Sponsor: