What This Workshop Covers
This hands-on session is part of the BEST (Business Enterprise Services & Training) series, offered by the ECI Regional Planning District in partnership with the Innovation Connector. You’ll learn:
- Side gig essentials: Explore ideas, evaluate feasibility, and set up a side business while balancing other commitments
- Credit insights: Grasp why your credit score matters—how it affects everything from financing and Insurance to reputation and growth
- Action plan: Get clear, immediate steps to launch your gig and boost your creditworthiness for long-term entrepreneurial success
Who Should Attend
- Aspiring side hustlers ready to take action
- Entrepreneurs exploring supplementary income streams
- Individuals wanting to understand and improve their personal/business credit
- Anyone balancing a full-time job while building a business
Facilitator
Ted Baker, Executive Director & CEO of the Innovation Connector, draws on deep experience helping entrepreneurs start strong—financially and strategically innovationconnector.com.
Why You’ll Want to Be There
- Real-world tools: Learn practical methods for credit improvement and side gig planning
- Peer connections: Network with others pursuing similar goals across East Central Indiana
- Q&A time: Bring your credit questions and side hustle challenges
