SCORE and The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod Offering Small Business Certificate Program for Skilled Trades Workforce

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Hyannis, MA (October 18, 2018) — The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod has partnered with SCORE to offer members of the Cape’s skilled trade workforce the opportunity to earn a certificate in Small Business Management.  The workshop series – “Building Business for the Skilled Trades” –  is designed for contractors, plumbers, electricians and landscapers who want to take their business to the next level.  It’s appropriate for those who want to grow their current business or those who want to start or acquire a new one.
The 7-part curriculum will be led by veteran business leaders and tradespeople who have extensive experience in the small business industry.  The workshops will explore the competitive environment, sales and marketing, organizational tools for functionality and profitability, and financial tools available for small businesses.
Classes will be held on November 5, 19 and 26; December 10 and 17; and January 7 and 14; from 5:30 – 7:30 PM at Cape Cod Beer in Hyannis. Light dinner and beverages will be offered.
The program fee is $199 and some scholarships are available. Please note that the class is limited to 25 participants and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, visit capecod.score.org.  For more information on the program and scholarships, contact Marc Goldberg at 508-775-4884 or marc.goldberg@scorevolunteer.org.
About SCORE Cape Cod & The Islands  
SCORE Cape Cod and the Islands is the nonprofit resource partner of the US Small Business Administration.  Its mission is to foster vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education.
About The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod
The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod is an independent, local, mutual community bank with over $900 million in assets and over 170 employees. Established in 1921, the bank is committed to investing in the Cape Cod community where we live and work. The bank is headquartered in Hyannis with branches on Route 6A in Yarmouth Port, East Dennis and West Barnstable; in Sandwich at 275 Cotuit Road; in Hyannis at 695 Attucks Lane in Independence Park; in East Harwich at 1470 Orleans Road/Route 39; in North Falmouth at 660 North Falmouth Highway; in Falmouth at 238 Worcester Court; and in Marstons Mills at 3878 Falmouth Road.  For more information, please visit www.mycapecodbank.com, www.facebook.com/mycapecodbank, or call 508.568.3400