When

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM CDT
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This is an online event.

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SCORE Twin Cities
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Ever wonder “how do I research an industry or understand the demographics of my business, or, how do I use a database to identify my competition and prospects?”  

In these times, leveraging online resources from the public library is one of your best options. Come join us to get a clear view of the tools available in the Ramsey and Hennepin County Libraries to gain control of your research efforts and increase your success!

This workshop will provide you with an overview of some of the most important research tools available: Mergent Intellect, Demographics Now, Gale Business Plan Builder, Business Source Premier, and ReferenceUSA. You’ll walk away understanding what each is, where they fit in your business building effort and your options to use these powerful resources.

Presented By: Jessica Huffman, Amelia Cohoes & Charles Mosner

Our presenters, Jessica Huffman, Amelia Cohoes and Charles Mosner have years of experience in working with the start-up business community and making it easy to leverage the resources available. 

Charles provides daily reference assistance, instructs classes promoting digital literacy, manages the library's selection of electronic resources, and organizes its programming for small businesses for the Ramsey County Library. 

Jessica formerly lead the digital resource learning and delivery program for James J Hill Center and currently works at 3M as a market research analyst helping drive 3M’s analytical services to its marketing and business development teams. 

Amelia is the Small Business Librarian at Hennepin County Library - Minneapolis Central. In this role, she develops programming and reference services specific to business owners. Amelia also works in the Patent and Trademark Resource Center at Minneapolis Central, providing consultations and general information about intellectual property.