Discover what it takes to write up an effective business plan that helps you stay focused and keeps you on track toward your goals. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Learn how to make the most of the resources within your local area that can help grow your business - hidden within universities, libraries, trade associations, and many other local groups. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Covering the basics of the COVID EIDL loan program from SBA Disaster Center. The major topics of the presentation will address making and/or scheduling loan payments, payments delinquency, assistances with different aspects of collateral, contact information, how to notify SBA of a fraudulent loans and step-by-step instructions to create a CAFS account. Not included in […]
This workshop covers Kansas Withholding, Estimated Taxes, Sales and Compensating Use Taxes. This is a FREE Workshop. Sales & Use Tax. This segment explains the differences between the Kansas Retailers’ Sales Tax, the Kansas Retailers’ Compensating Use Tax, and the Kansas Consumers Compensating Use Tax. You will gain a basic understanding of the goods and […]
Learn from a panel of local SCORE Mentors as they discuss best practices learned from real life experience. Mentors will share what they’ve seen that works and what doesn’t and offer suggestions that will help you succeed.
The typical objective of a business plan is to secure funds via a commercial loan, but how do you know you’ve got the information correct? Join Vince Haworth, retired bank with SBA’s Capital Access Center, as he shares what bankers really look for in a business plan.
Gain an understanding of your competition and create your unique selling proposition. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Work with a small group of peers to draft and update your one-year marketing plan - so you can start putting your goals into action and attract the right kind of customers. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Discover the best practices for winning contracts and how to write a winning business proposal. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
The Kansas Minority Business Summit brings together minority business owners and entrepreneurs from across the state to provide resources, information, and networking opportunities aimed at helping their businesses prosper.
This workshop will introduce new inventors to types of patents and applications, patent eligibility, parts of a patent, how to find free legal assistance, patent searching, and more. This is a basic hands-on workshop intended to take some of the mystery out of patent searching. The goal is to show you the tools of patent […]
This presentation by the Kansas Department of Revenue specifically targets construction contractors and subcontractors. The workshop covers how sales tax applies to materials and labor, project exemption certificates, sales tax returns, and billing. This information is presented by a tax specialist with the Kansas Department of Revenue.
This presentation by the Kansas Department of Revenue specifically targets construction contractors and subcontractors. The workshop covers how sales tax applies to materials and labor, project exemption certificates, sales tax returns, and billing. This information is presented by a tax specialist with the Kansas Department of Revenue.
It is crucial for nonprofit boards and the executive director to understand how to work and partner together as well as understand the roles of each. This session will help you understand the roles and how to effectively work together. Presented by Cindy Miles, President/CEO, KNC The Board University series was developed to provide information […]
Discover a content strategy that aligns with your business, develop an editorial calendar and create content that drives sales. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
For the small business owner wanting to learn how to protect their business name, logo, content and creative works. Focus is on protecting trademarks and copyrights while avoiding infringing upon the rights of others. The basics of the patent process will also be addressed. Taught by an attorney who provides practical and useful information
This beginner course covers all the basics of what getting certified as a diverse business means, the benefits and more. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Learn what types of financial reports are available to your business, how to read & interpret them, and how you can use them to guide the internal decisions you make. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Learn tips and tricks for making stellar Instagram reels —ones that you can reuse on other video platforms— to drive more customers to your brand. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Join us for a Lunch & Learn and hear about all of the exciting activities planned in Wilson for the 50th Anniversary of the movie Paper Moon! RSVP by Noon on Thursday, April 13. Event Location: High Jinks Rec Club | 301 W N Main | Ellsworth, KS 67439 Date: 4.14 | 12pm Cost to […]
Learn how to set up your business using this popular online accounting program - the right way. In this beginning-level seminar, you will learn how to create your own chart of accounts; set up customers and vendors; generate invoices, receive payments and sales receipts; pay bills and write checks; track credit card purchases and balances; […]
Join us as we delve deeper into the world of social media and discover the numerous ways in which you can harness the power of these platforms for your small business. We'll explore everything from Facebook groups and alt text, to Pinterest hacks - showing you how to leverage the tools and resources available to […]
Join us as we delve deeper into the world of social media and discover the numerous ways in which you can harness the power of these platforms for your small business. We'll explore everything from Facebook groups and alt text, to Pinterest hacks - showing you how to leverage the tools and resources available to […]
Your business website is the hub for all your digital marketing. It's the place where people will come for first impressions and to find their next step with your business. For many business owners, building a website is a challenge — and it feels overwhelming and they often struggle to make decisions on technology, hiring […]
Learn how to set up your business using this popular online accounting program - the right way. In this beginning-level seminar, you will learn how to create your own chart of accounts; set up customers and vendors; generate invoices, receive payments and sales receipts; pay bills and write checks; track credit card purchases and balances; […]
Like death and taxes, you will exit your business -- the question is whether it happens on your terms. This class will walk you through the steps of planning your exit, explore the pros and cons of the different succession options and share templates for your exit plan. In addition to the planned exit, the […]
If you want to do business with corporations or government entities, being a certified woman-owned, minority, veteran, and LGBT business enterprise can bring visibility to your company and help you accomplish your goals! The lack of certification could mean you are missing out on opportunities. During this webinar attendees will learn: What is Diverse Business […]
Join us for a Lunch & Learn and hear about all of the exciting activities planned in Wilson for the 50th Anniversary of the movie Paper Moon! RSVP by Noon on Thursday, April 13. Event Location: High Jinks Rec Club | 301 W N Main | Ellsworth, KS 67439 Date: 4.14 | 12pm Cost to […]
Learn strategies to help keep your small business running in turbulent times. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Learn ways to save yourself time and money during next year’s tax season. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started and apply for a business loan, including determining the feasibility of your business, creating a lean canvas plan, choosing a legal entity, forming financial projections, marketing, bookkeeping, and much more! Guest presenters during this daylong seminar include an attorney, a commercial banker, an […]
Are you new to surety bonding? Have difficulty in qualifying? Or, have you maxed out your bonding capacity and need an increase? These are just a few examples of where the SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program could help you in meeting these needs. If so, please join us on Tuesday, April 18th at 10:00 to learn how […]
Work with an expert to increase engagement on your small business’ website. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
This IN PERSON WORKSHOP provides an overview of fundraising fundamentals to give participants an insight into which fundraising techniques should be part of their overall strategy. Designed for small non-profits, the workshop covers grant writing, special events and major giving. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of these techniques to help attendees begin choosing the […]
This introductory seminar, provided by the Kansas PTAC, offers an overview of the critical first steps to becoming a government contractor. Join us to learn to identify opportunities and understand the contracting process. You will also learn about services available to help you.
This IN-PERSON session offers information on how to finance your small business, exploring various sources of funding and criteria needed for each. Learn about traditional funding sources starting with your own savings, bank loans, and investors, including family and friends as well as venture capital. This session also covers non-traditional (FinTech) sources including equipment leasing, […]
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. Date: Thursday, April 20 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cost: FREE
Work with an expert to review or create financial projections for your small business. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
For many small business owners, keeping connected with customers on social media can feel overwhelming. This webinar will offer tangible ways to leverage social media to boost your small business, and share strategies to help you establish a community around your brand. Presenter: Laurie Dove Laurie Dove, who earned a master's degree from Harvard […]
DO YOU HAVE TECHNOLOGY THE AIR FORCE MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN? This virtual event brings the United States Air Force and the small business community together to connect and collaborate. This enables the opportunity for small business innovation to quickly deliver advanced technologies to the Air Force. APPLY TO PITCH YOUR TECHNOLOGY TO REGIONAL UNITED […]
In order to increase our accessibility, we have scheduled Grow Ellsworth County road trips in Holyrood and Wilson. Stop by the City Hall and see us for the latest information, how we can best assist you, and all of your business related needs!
Learn how to create a business plan and stay focused on your goals. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
Sound too good to be true? Join our webinar to discuss semi-absentee franchise ownership as a way to start your business.Given that the world is living through a challenging moment in real-time, join us to learn about some recession-resistant and/or essential service models that franchising has to offer. These industries have been shown to prosper […]
Learn the best way to map out the beginning of starting your business. Without a plan, decision may be based on instincts or emotions and a solid business plan will help prevent unexpected problems and provide you with a Pathway to Success. This course is designed to provide new and aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools […]
Whether you have been in business for years or are just starting out, Google has a no-cost tool that will help your business succeed. Learn about tools that Google provides that can be used to boost your productivity, market your business, manage your finances, and take a load off of you. Location: Online. You will […]
Jon Schallert's class in Golden, Colorado where business owners and community leaders spend two and one-half days (2.5 days) learning the entire 14-step Destination Business process to reinvent their businesses into Consumer Destinations. Learn more at www.DestinationBootCamp.com, email [email protected] or call (970) 281-2923 to learnn more.
The following webinar is devoted exclusively to sales tax issues for construction contractors, and subcontractors. Those who provide plumbing, carpentry, electrical, roofing, heating/air conditioning, landscaping, oil field services, etc., will want to attend this specialized webinar. We will discuss how sales tax applies to materials and labor, Project Exemption Certificates, sales tax returns, billings, etc. […]
This workshop covers Kansas Withholding, Estimated Taxes, Sales and Compensating Use Taxes. This is a FREE Workshop. Sales & Use Tax. This segment explains the differences between the Kansas Retailers’ Sales Tax, the Kansas Retailers’ Compensating Use Tax, and the Kansas Consumers Compensating Use Tax. You will gain a basic understanding of the goods and […]
Do you already have a working knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop but want to use the program more efficiently? Do you have a desire to report profitability for your products and customers and use financial data to make wise decisions? Then, this course is for you! Topics covered include project estimates, progress invoicing, customizing form templates, […]
No matter what you call them - Reels, TikToks, Shorts - they're all just short-form videos, and they're taking the social media world by storm! Join us for a dynamic webinar that will explore how you can use short-form videos to grow your small business's social media presence. We'll show you how creating videos will […]
Share insights and network with your small business owner peers. Register for this event through the link by creating a FREE Verizon Small Business Digital Ready account.
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