Events

reSET, in partnership with the Swift Factory and the Hartford Culinary Collaborative, invites you to a dynamic and hands-on workshop designed to help you create a strong foundation for your startup. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your business plan, this event provides the tools, support, and connections you need to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level.

Meet our facilitator, Katrice Claudio—reSET’s Food Program Manager and a seasoned pitch coach expert. Not only will you get an overview of the Food Incubator program and its benefits, but you’ll also participate in a mini elevator pitch camp!

Celebrate the entrepreneurs completing the Retail Incubator program! Celebrate reSET's 2024 Retail Incubator entrepreneurs as they complete their program with Pop-up & Pitch Showcase.

Join Connecticut's growing co-op community to network, learn, and strategize for the future of our businesses and economy! Co-sponsored by reSET and Cooperate Connecticut

Over 2 days in New Haven, Creative U will serve up accelerated workshops designed to assist creatives in business. reSET is excited to serve as the "Dean" for the Entrepreneurship track, click to learn more!

Join us on Zoom as reSET's Katrice Claudio breaks down how to become a "Subject Matter Expert" (SME) in marketing, and learn about reSET's upcoming Digital Marketing Mastermind program.

Meet reSET at WORK_SPACE Manchester to learn about reSET and the fall Retail Incubator and Digital Marketing Mastermind programs. 

On Thursday, June 27, reSET presents this year’s Venture Showcase featuring the 2024 Impact Accelerator Entrepreneurs!

Learn hiring strategies, team growth tools, and onboarding techniques with reSET Alumna, entrepreneur and HR leader Andrea Hawkins.

Join us to celebrate the Food Incubator Cohort! Shape the future of Connecticut food businesses by offering feedback during this focus group event and help fuel the growth & success of these emerging entrepreneurs.

Are you a support organization that helps food entrepreneurs grow their businesses? Come tell us your experience at this final Hartford Culinary Collaborative Conversation. We need your help to identify the strengths and areas where support is needed, as well as gaps where new ideas would be helpful.

Join us for a hands-on workshop to explore impact models and how you can set the social entrepreneurship norm in your business.

The Hartford Culinary Collaborative is gathering information on how food businesses start and grow. Are you thinking about starting a food business in Hartford? Come tell us your thoughts on your experience at this community conversation. 

The Hartford Culinary Collaborative wants to know your thoughts on the process and supports available for starting a food business in Hartford! This conversation date is for businesses 3 years or older, join us!

Join us to meet the 2024 Impact Accelerator cohort and hear the latest on social entrepreneurship in Hartford!

The Hartford Culinary Collaborative is looking for your thoughts on the process of starting and supporting  food businesses in Hartford! The Collaborative is organizing a series of community conversations this spring, with food, childcare and Spanish translation if needed, plus a financial incentive if that is helpful.

Calling all dynamic solopreneurs! Struggling to conquer that never-ending to-do list? Join us for a short yet power-packed free workshop where we'll debunk time management myths, unveil effective strategies, and tackle the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs doing it all themselves like you.

Join WBDC & reSET for  an opportunity to meet and mingle with CT-based small business owners! We'll provide light snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and ample opportunity to connect in person and share ideas with fellow entrepreneurs. 

Join us for Community Pitch Night at reSET on February 1st from 5:30 to 8 PM (with a bad-weather date of the 6th if needed).

Whether you have a business idea or an existing venture, share it in a supportive environment. You'll have 5 minutes to pitch without the need for a pitch deck.

See you at our Hartford office - just bring yourself, breathe, and pitch!

Eat Up Meet Up is a free gathering of like-minded enthusiasts! Join us for lively discussions on food-related topics, share and savor new recipes, and explore the world of food entrepreneurship. 

This month’s topic is perfect for those with a budding interest in food-related business ideas. Meet the Hartford Culinary Collaborative, a group of organizations invested in your success as a food entrepreneur! 

Find out if the Impact Accelerator program is right for you!

Join us for a free info session at reSET on Thursday, January 25th, from 5:30 to 7 PM, where we'll share an overview of the Impact Accelerator program.

Review the application, engage in a Q&A, and hear first-hand from previous cohort members. Whether in person at reSET or virtually via Zoom, we invite you to introduce yourself, share your business ideas, and discover how you could become part of our 8th cohort!

Interested in our 2024 Food Incubator program? Join our free virtual info session!

We aim to connect food entrepreneurs with experts and resources to validate your business concept. Together, we'll navigate the application form, process, and program, with ample time for Q&A. 

Join us for a mouthwatering experience from 5:30-8:30pm at The YG Club at Dunkin' Park (Hartford Yard Goats)! 

Nine entrepreneurs from reSET's inaugural Food Accelerator will offer samples of their delicious products and give their business pitches for cash prizes. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or just looking to explore new flavors, this event is perfect for you.

Join reSET and the emerging entrepreneurs from the Floor—Plan Retail Incubator on Black Friday, November 24 from 4-8pm to kick off the holiday shopping season with a dash of local!

Celebrate and shop with these exciting entrepreneurs as they complete their Retail Incubator program by presenting a pop-up shopping experience at Winterfair at Union Station in Hartford.

Join us for the launch of the Cooperate Connecticut Network on Saturday, October 21 from 3-6 pm at the Cornelia Center at Trinity College, 114 Vernon Street in Hartford!  Cooperate Connecticut is an emerging statewide network for people, businesses, and organizations interested in building, growing, and sustaining our local and regional cooperative ecosystems and solidarity economies.

Join reSET, Oaksterdam Nonprofit for Education, The CT Social Equity Council and industry partners to celebrate the 1st cohort of CT Social Equity Cannabis Accelerator Entrepreneurs! Network with service providers and key members of the growing CT cannabis industry, including social equity licensed cannabis businesses.

7/24 Eat Up Meet Up -- Come get all your questions answered on reSET's new Food Accelerator in this virtual workshop and community conversation! Get ready to apply!

reSET Info Session @The Caf 7/12 5:30-7pm --FREE!-- Get details in-person on 2 fall programs accepting applications this summer: the Floor--Plan Retail Incubator and the Food Accelerator. 

reSET Info Session --FREE!-- on zoom! Get details on 2 fall programs accepting applications this summer: the Floor--Plan Retail Incubator and the Food Accelerator.

Celebrate reSET's 5th cohort of Food Entrepreneurs! Participate as an audience judge nad vote for your favorite entrepreneur pitch!

Shop the Floor-Plan retail entrepreneurs! Click the link to purchase raffle tix to win merch from the entrepreneurs and support them! Winner need not be present to win.

Pop-Up is part of the Know Good Market on Thursday, November 10.

ReSET's Sarah Bodley will guide you through this online workshop to help you develop your retail business plan. Also, learn more about the Floor--Plan Retail Business Incubator application and program for Fall 2022. Drive your business forward!