Starting a Food Business in Boston

This series will guide you through the logistical and financial hurdles of establishing and operating a food business in Boston. Attendance for the full six weeks will receive a Certificate of Restaurant Basics and qualify for at least one Technical Assistance provider to assist them in the next stage of their business plan.

Please note that this event is part of a series and your attendance is encouraged at all workshops. All workshops will be held from 5:30-8pm in the same location.

Week 1: Writing a Business Plan for a Food Business

Week 2: Legal aspect of opening a food business

Week 3 : Food business Financing and Access to Capital

Week 4: Accounting for food businesses 

Week 5: Food business Permitting and Health Department, and Liquor Licenses

Week 6: Marketing 101 for food businesses   

We designed the Economic Development Center to directly engage with residents and businesses. We want to build pathways to wealth building, and connect you with opportunities to grow and thrive. All workshops are free and open to the public, but require registration.

All workshops include:

• Food

• Networking opportunities

• Interpretive services (upon request)

• A child-friendly environment