2026 Monthly Small Business Advising Sessions
Date and Time
Monday May 18, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
Sign up for a session slot between 10 AM - 4 PM.
Location
2026 Dates & Locations:
Fees/Admission
Free, but pre-registration is necessary at this link: https://calendly.com/
Description
The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MA SBDC), UMass Downtown, and the Town of Belchertown to provide members with free small business advising!
Meet with Rob DelMastro, Regional Director of the MA SBDC for a one-hour, one-on-one advising session, no matter what stage of growth your business is in: business planning, financial management, marketing, and more!
2026 Dates & Locations:
- May 18: Belchertown Town Hall, Planning Board Meeting Room (Room 104)
- June 15: UMass Downtown
- June 29: Virtual
- July 20: UMass Downtown
- July 27: Virtual
- August 17: UMass Downtown
- August 31: Virtual
- September 21: Belchertown Town Hall, Planning Board Meeting Room (Room 104)
- October 19: UMass Downtown
- November 16: UMass Downtown
- December 21: UMass Downtown
Pre-registration is required, RSVP HERE (link works for all upcoming in-person sessions): https://calendly.com/
Please note: A separate link for virtual-only sessions will be available soon.
More about the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center:
The MA SBDC provides expert, no-cost, and confidential business advisory services to entrepreneurs and small businesses across the state. Their experienced advisors support businesses at every stage of growth, offering guidance in business planning, financial management, marketing strategies, operational efficiencies, and access to capital. In addition to core advisory services, the MA SBDC offers specialized expertise in government contracting, international trade, and Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) assistance. Whether you are launching a new venture, seeking funding, or planning for expansion, they are committed to helping businesses thrive. Discover how the MA SBDC can support your success at msbdc.org.
Printed courtesy of www.amherstarea.com/ – Contact the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce for more information.
35 South Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002 – 413-253-0700 – info@amherstarea.com