Small Business Setup & Taxes

As someone in the beginning stages of starting a farm or food business, you recognize that running a business has certain legal and tax-related implications. This webinar, presented by Attorney Andrew Kraus and CPA Mike Perna covers high level information about legal and tax requirements for maintaining a business entity, examples of what your business can expect to be taxed on, and common mistakes start-up business owners make that can be very costly.

Nonprofit Formation

A nonprofit is a legal entity aimed at providing a collective, public or social benefit as opposed to a legal entity operating to generate money for its owners. Forming a nonprofit and maintaining a nonprofit is a relatively involved process. During this webinar we hear from attorney Ryan Barry of Bulkley Richardson who specializes in forming nonprofits and Gini Mazman, a member of the newly formed nonprofit Nourishing the North Shore. Together, they cover the ins and outs of forming a nonprofit as well as common pitfalls and best practices. 

Introduction to Cooperatives

Cooperatives as a business structure help maximize resources and distribute profits equally among members. They can also foster a strong community since members work and vote alongside each other. This webinar, presented by attorney Erika Dunyak of Vermont Law and Graduate School, reviews the different types of cooperatives and what to consider before filing.