EVENT
Boss Up Your Business: How to Launch an LGBTQIA+ Serving Establishment
June 4, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
June 4, 2025 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Dreaming of starting your own LGBTQIA+ serving establishment in Arlington? Ready to be your own boss? Boss up your entrepreneurial journey with BizLaunch’s Blueprint to Starting a Successful Business.
Offered quarterly, and with June being LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, this event will have a Pride focus. Led by small business experts Tara Palacios and Alex Held, this session will cover the entire regulatory process, including business licensing, certifications, state registration, marketing and finance options to start an LGBTQ+ space in Arlington.
With everything you need to begin your entrepreneurial journey in one workshop, you’ll be ready to open Arlington’s next LGBTQIA+ inclusive space. Be sure to register now to secure your spot at this dynamic and helpful event.
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