Thinking about starting a restaurant in the Manitowoc area? Learn how at April 10 boot camp.

Patti Zarling, Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter

MANITOWOC — Wanna start your own restaurant but not sure how to go about it?

Progress Lakeshore can help.

The nonprofit economic development organization will host its “So You Want to Start a Food Business Entrepreneurial Boot Camp” to give an introduction to the world of restaurant ownership from 5:30 to 8 p.m. April 10 at the Progress Lakeshore office, 202 N. Eighth St.

Cost is $25 per person and you must register ahead at https://www.progresslakeshore.org/entrepreneurial-boot-camps/?fbclid=IwAR0kddPHe83zUsFctmXQx-WpzRyZVWvy2cuLDv1W5kMLaPqHt5fxfV__i7E.

Here’s what you can expect to learn:

  1. Navigating health regulations and licensing: Gain valuable insights from the Manitowoc County Health Department. You’ll be equipped to navigate the landscape of regulations and licenses for food businesses.

  2. Learning about financial strategies and planning: The Universities of Wisconsin Food Finance Institute will provide financing information.

  3. Exploring different business structures and legal considerations: Hear from the Small Business Development Centers about what to consider when setting up your food business from a legal standpoint.

Contact reporter Patti Zarling at pzarling@gannett.com or call 920-606-2575. Follow her on X @PGPattiZarling or on Instagram @PGPatti.

This article originally appeared on Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter: Manitowoc boot camp will teach how to start a restaurant in the county

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