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SUMMARY:26th Annual Washington State BizFair (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Register online here: https://bizfair.org/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery \nBizFair 2022 will be a hybrid event with both in-person and virtual attendees having the same event experience.\nNO COST TO ATTEND \nJoin SBA for the 26th Annual Washington State BizFair\, hosted by SCORE. \nEach fall\, the small business ecosystem in WA comes together to put on BizFair\, the longest running all government and non-profit run free small business fair in Washington State. It is an opportunity for thousands of current and aspiring small business owners to: \n\nBE INSPIRED by a keynote speaker that has successfully traversed the small business path and shares their story of perseverance. Last year it was Joe Fugere of Tutta Bella sharing his story of Resilience and Thriving.\nMEET with mentors\, advisors\, trainers\, educators\, fellow small business owners and entrepreneurs.\nLEARN from savvy business experts who will share their knowledge and real-life experiences.\nCONNECT with federal\, state\, and local government agencies for assistance related to business and/or getting contract opportunities.\nFIND OUT how non-profit organizations can help you with funding\, legal support\, and more.\nNETWORK with Chambers of Commerce\, Economic Development Authorities\, and statewide Business\nAssociations.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/26th-annual-washington-state-bizfair-hybrid/
LOCATION:Renton Technical College
CATEGORIES:Community Submitted
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SUMMARY:Financial Basics for New Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Register Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005rYL0&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/financial-basics-new-small-businesses-8302022&_gl=1*zinpq*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY2MDE4MjQ3OC42LjEuMTY2MDE4MzI4MS4w&_ga=2.241041028.607859027.1660166314-1347520243.1657227680 \nThis workshop is designed to give you\, the business owner\, the financial skills and know-how needed to perform key tasks like to determine how to accurately compute the amount of funding you’ll need to start your business. You will also learn how to project your future financial results realistically including: \n· Projecting sales for a new business \n· Understanding your cost of goods sold and gross margin \n· Being able to project your operating expenses \n· Calculating your net income. \n· Planning your cash flow successfully. \nThis workshop includes a special section on creating financial statements for service businesses. \nProper management of finances is crucial to any business’s success and a special set of skills is needed to understand and create these critical financial statements. This workshop is suitable for everyone whether you are starting a new business or need to update your skills. \nThis is an interactive workshop. We encourage participation by all attendees — so bring along your questions! \nListen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructors and the program: \n· Really helped me understand the projection of fixed and variable costs and how to make a cash flow statement. \n· The workshop examples are easy to understand and the financial templates provided are immensely valuable. \n· Now I know what mistakes I’m am making in my business and how to fix them. \n· I appreciated that they had financial examples for service-based businesses. \n· This workshop far exceeded my expectations on what I thought I would learn.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/financial-basics-for-new-small-businesses-6/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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SUMMARY:Creating a Quick Business Plan in Three Hours
DESCRIPTION:Register Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005r9EE&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/creating-quick-business-plan-three-hours-8262022&_gl=1*psqkty*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY2MDE4MjQ3OC42LjEuMTY2MDE4MzA1OC4w&_ga=2.40973605.607859027.1660166314-1347520243.1657227680 \nJoin us and other entrepreneurs in this hands-on workshop where you will write your “Unique Value Statement” for your new product or service. This is a concise description of your product or service and explain the unique value your product or service provides to your customers. As part of the workshop\, participants will receive real-time feedback from a SCORE mentor to help them fine tune their Value Statement. \nIn the second part of the workshop you will use the “Lean Canvas” to begin the process of turning your product/service into a business. In this interactive session\, you use the canvas to help guide you in expanding the information in the Unique Value Statement by capturing key ideas\, concepts and strategies about your business in the canvas. This creates a basic framework that you can use to complete YOUR full\, detailed business plan. \nHave paper\, a pencil or a pen ready as the goal of this workshop is for all participants to leave with a draft of their “Unique Value Statement” and “Lean Canvas.” \nListen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructors and the program: \n• It was a great help to have time to work on a plan and get direct feedback from the instructor! \n• The hands approach of writing my lean canvas in class really helped me think in detail about my business. \n• Really helps simplify the planning process for me! \n• Gave me a structured approach to think through my business. \n• It was a very positive environment; the instructor and other students provided examples on how to improve my plans. \nSCORE’s Small Business Essentials Workshops prepares individuals to make the right decisions and create actionable plans when starting a small business. Whether you are starting a business on your own (one-person business) or a business with employees\, we have the right set of workshops to help you succeed. All the workshops are about three hours in length and taught by experienced SCORE Mentors. See more information on these workshops here. \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by SCORE Business Mentor Peter Burkland. Peter’s industry experience includes the functional areas of Information Services\, Marketing\, Field Sales\, Materials Management and Finance in companies such as Lederle Laboratories\, American Cyanamid\, Bristol Myers\, Great Plains Bag and The Continental Group. He earned his MBA in Finance & Banking from Columbia University and has a BA from Brown University. He certified in production and inventory management (CFPIM) by APICS and qualified as a Surface Warfare Officer during five years of service in the U.S Navy. For more information about Peter\, visit his LinkedIn profile here: Peter Burkland
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan-in-three-hours-4/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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SUMMARY:Digital Marketing to Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Register Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005rZbz&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/digital-marketing-grow-your-business-8252022&_gl=1*14fkj5x*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY2MDE4MjQ3OC42LjEuMTY2MDE4MjkyMy4w&_ga=2.15669553.607859027.1660166314-1347520243.1657227680 \nThis workshop will help you\, the small business owner\, develop a digital marketing strategy along with determining the specific tools you’ll use to make that digital marketing strategy successful. Topics covered in this workshop include: \nWhat is Digital Marketing\nWebsites – what makes a great website\nSearch Engine Optimization\nUse of Video throughout the digital marketing spectrum\nPaid advertising\nEmail marketing\nContent development\, including the effective use of blogs\nWhen you leave this workshop\, you’ll have a much better idea of how to build awareness of your product or services among your customers and potential customers. That will increase their interest in what you are selling\, moving them to inquiring more. Finally\, converting them to paying customers is the ultimate goal of this strategy so that you sell more of your products and services\, and drive your business forward! \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by SCORE Volunteer\, Richard Geasey. Richard has been involved in technology marketing for over 40 years. He has worked for large equipment manufacturers such as Western Digital and Seagate Technologies. Transitioning to helping small businesses\, he worked for the Australian Trade Commission here in Seattle. He assisted small businesses in Australia penetrate Northwest technology markets and helped US companies import Australian products. After working for the Australians\, he developed his skills with SEO\, lead generation\, and web development. Richard is an adjunct professor at the University of Washington (Bothell) business school and was also a Captain in the US Army. \nThis workshop is presented by SCORE Volunteer\, Jennifer Norene. Jennifer has worked in digital marketing and technology solutions for over 20 years. After a series of corporate positions with companies like Adobe Systems and Aquent\, she established a consultancy in 2007 and has been helping clients with digital marketing solutions ever since. She has owned several agencies and currently lead a group of brilliant creatives\, writers and designers to service restaurant and professional services companies. She loves to empower companies to give back in their communities and teach them how to talk about that work in their marketing. “People do business with people\,” Jennifer says\, “and it is never more true than today.”
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/digital-marketing-to-grow-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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SUMMARY:How to Become a Facebook Master
DESCRIPTION:Register Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005r6Nw&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/how-become-facebook-master-8242022&_gl=1*1xlpg4c*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY2MDE4MjQ3OC42LjEuMTY2MDE4Mzc2OS4w&_ga=2.237885959.607859027.1660166314-1347520243.1657227680 \nFacebook is the largest and most important social media platform for business. Learn how to post great content\, leverage advertising and call features\, develop schedules and routines\, and more. \nAttendees will learn: \n• How people see content on Facebook. \n• The connection between Facebook pages and profiles. \n• Facebook content strategies and other best practices. \n• Understand the basics of Facebook advertising \nPresenter \nMatt Cail started out in the world of message boards and web design. During five years as a Washington\, D.C.\, consultant\, he became knowledgeable about emergency communications and competition in the online video industry. He has worked in social media\, search engine marketing\, web design\, and online advertising. Matt leads Super Charge Marketing is your one-stop social media firm for all of your social media marketing needs!
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/how-to-become-a-facebook-master-3/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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SUMMARY:Social Media Essentials for Business
DESCRIPTION:Register Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005qzJz&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/social-media-essentials-business-08242022&_gl=1*1wglzt5*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY2MDE4MjQ3OC42LjEuMTY2MDE4MjY1MS4w&_ga=2.249491712.607859027.1660166314-1347520243.1657227680 \nThis workshop will cover the following topics\, plus a lot more: \n· How to create a content calendar to sync all your marketing efforts (Participants will receive a complimentary digital copy of a digital calendar – $27 value) \n· The platforms to choose that make the most sense for your business \n· The right days and times to post on each platform and how often to post \n· The type of content to post for best customer engagement \n· Social Media advertising options \n· Facebook and Instagram “Lives” \n· Facebook and Instagram Stories” \n· What is a social media influencer and why to use them. \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by Patty Ross. Patty has well over 20 years’ experience in marketing and has been in the online space since 1998 where she developed an e-commerce program for a gourmet gift company into a million-dollar business. She has spent 16 years helping the wine industry gain traction online and has since branched out to help other industries grow their brands including financial\, legal\, health and beauty\, motorsports\, landscape design\, cbd/cannabis\, restaurants\, political activism and non-profits. Golden State Marketing and her other business\, California Wine Marketing\, were founded in 2006. Patty enjoys speaking on various marketing topics to help business owners understand the importance of marketing their brand online and offline.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/social-media-essentials-for-business/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T130000
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SUMMARY:Building a Formal Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Register Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005rTR3&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/building-formal-business-plan-8232022&_gl=1*l3yeti*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY2MDE4MjQ3OC42LjEuMTY2MDE4MjQ5MS4w&_ga=2.44627363.607859027.1660166314-1347520243.1657227680 \nPlanning is the key to business success\, and it all comes together in a detailed business plan. This 3-hour workshop is designed to give you\, the business owner\, the skills and know-how needed to write a successful and detailed business plan\, which will cover these main topics: \n· Describing your product or service. \n· Describing your product pricing\, packaging and distribution. \n· Describing your marketing plan. \n· Describing your business operations. \n· Describing organization structure and management structure. \nLastly\, you’ll take all this information together into developing a financial plan that will provide you and others the information they need. You’ll know the amount of startup funding needed. You be able to project sales and create forecasted profit and loss statements and plan your cash flow. Creating effective financial information can make or break a loan application\, so this workshop is particularly valuable to anyone seeking outside funding for their business. \nIf you need to create a formal business plan we recommend you consider taking some of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials Workshops before you take this workshop. They provide detailed instructions on creating plans for most of the items needed in a formal business plan. \nSCORE’s Small Business Essentials Workshops prepares individuals to make the right decisions and create actionable plans when starting a small business. Whether you are starting a business on your own (one-person business) or a business with employees\, we have the right set of workshops to help you succeed. All the workshops are about three hours in length and taught by experienced SCORE Mentors. See more information on these workshops here. \nListen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructors and the program: \n· Really breaks down how to make a business plan. Very understandable. \n· Gave me great ideas on how to move forward on my business. \n· Super friendly and engaging instructor – keeps everyone very attentive! \n· The workshop materials were very helpful\, and the class discussions were great. \n· The instructor’s thoroughness and attention to detail was superb. \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by Carrie Callaway Cardy. She is a VP and Senior SBA Relationship Manager at KeyBank. She grew up helping out her family’s business and understands the impact business ownership can have. As a result\, Carrie has a passion for entrepreneurship. She has a Business Degree from Richmond University in London and a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Community Economic Development from the University of Minnesota. Carrie volunteers regularly mentoring and teaching in the entrepreneur space most recently teaching classes for the Start-Up 425 program.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/building-a-formal-business-plan-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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SUMMARY:Successfully Starting A New Business
DESCRIPTION:Register Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005rOTA&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/successfully-starting-new-business-8202022&_gl=1*2brhj4*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY2MDE2NjMxMy41LjEuMTY2MDE2NjQzOC4w&_ga=2.15275313.607859027.1660166314-1347520243.1657227680 \nThis workshop will give you the following skills to take those first critical steps in starting a successful business: \n· Understand the different business entities and choose the best one for your business. \n· Learn how to properly license your business in Washington state. \n· Select the correct insurance for your business. \n· Understand the options for financing your business. \nFirst\, we review what you need to know about setting up your business with the best legal entity. Whether you choose a sole proprietorship\, LLC or another entity\, we will help you understand how to get the right business licenses along with understanding the state and federal taxes you need to manage. \nUnderstanding how to protect your business and yourself with the correct business insurance is critical. You’ll learn about the various commercial insurance policies available and we’ll help you determine what’s best for you. \nWe’ll describe to you various financing options for your business\, and then show you how to apply for the financing that makes sense for you. \nListen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructors and the program: \n· Lays out the process of setting up a business in a practical and concrete layout. \n· The whole workshop was great — the instructor was so willing to help and answered all my questions. \n· The workshop information was well organized\, well explained and all my questions were answered. \n· Got very detailed info on business licensing. \nSCORE’s Small Business Essentials Workshops prepares individuals to make the right decisions and create actionable plans when starting a small business. Whether you are starting a business on your own (one-person business) or a business with employees\, we have the right set of workshops to help you succeed. All the workshops are about three hours in length and taught by experienced SCORE Mentors. See more information on these workshops here. \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by SCORE Business Mentor Jack Stiegler. Jack has been volunteering for SCORE for over 20 years and during that time has helped hundreds of people start and operate their small businesses. He was an officer at a Fortune 500 company working in administration\, accounting and information technology. Concurrently\, he was a partner in a commercial landscape maintenance company. He has been an adjunct professor of business in the graduate school at City University. Jack has served on the board of directors of many for profit and nonprofit companies. He has an MBA from Xavier University in Ohio. You can learn more about Jack at his LinkedIn profile here: Jack Stiegler
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/successfully-starting-a-new-business-4/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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SUMMARY:How to Optimize Your Pricing Strategy to Maximize Profits
DESCRIPTION:Register at: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271892\nSmall business owners continue to navigate many challenges. Now more than ever\, it is important to maximize your business’s pricing strategies to drive profit and help ensure sustainability. From gross margin per item (al a carte strategy) and quantity/size combinations (component pricing strategy) to the applicability in both product- and service-based businesses\, every business owner can realize valuable takeaways from this innovative webinar. \nIn this webinar you will learn: \nThe two functions of price and their effects on customers\nThe different pricing strategies and how to leverage those which work best for your business and industry\nHow to increase revenue\, maximize profit\, and build customer loyalty through effective pricing strategies\nShawn Palmer is the Business Advisor for the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC) located at OneRedmond. A decorated Navy veteran\, accredited small business consultant (ASBC) and professional mentor; Palmer will share his expertise on pricing strategies based on his 21 years of entrepreneurial experience. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Central Washington University with his BS in Business Administration\, and from WGU with his Masters in Management and Leadership.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/how-to-optimize-your-pricing-strategy-to-maximize-profits-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220816T130000
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SUMMARY:Recruitment & Retention Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Register at: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271876 \nA transformative review of workplace trends. \nDuring this webinar\, you will learn why employees stay\, why they leave and what they say they want. Armed with this knowledge\, you’ll be able to explore solutions unique to your business. These solutions include a focus on meeting expectations\, renewing connections\, and supporting the growth of your current and potential employees. \nThe presenter\, Kristina Hines\, is a Washington SBDC Certified Business Advisor. Kristina has nearly 20 years of experience in business administration\, human resources\, small business consulting and communications. She has a master’s degree in mass communications with a specialization in integrated marketing and social/digital media from the University of Florida. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware in international relations with a specialization in international political economy. She is also a trained mediator through the Washington Dispute Resolution Center of Skagit\, Island and Snohomish counties (Volunteers of America).
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/recruitment-retention-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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SUMMARY:Tax Savings Strategies for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: SCORE\nRegister Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005r6NX&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/tax-savings-strategies-small-businesses-8112022&_gl=1*12tu990*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY1OTQ5MzIyMS40LjEuMTY1OTQ5NDc4Ni4w&_ga=2.232599135.1362067415.1659493222-1347520243.1657227680 \nThis workshop focuses on the Federal tax saving strategies that work best for small businesses\, which are: \n· Electing S-Corporation status with the IRS. \n· Maximizing the deduction for business use of the home. \n· Demonstrating two ways you can compute the deduction for business use of personal vehicle. \n· Providing you examples of 7 different retirement plans and showing you which one is best for you. \n· Describing how to maximize the benefits of health savings accounts. \n· Show you the difference between smart equipment purchases and not-so-smart ones for maximizing the tax benefit. \n· Explain the difference between cash versus accrual accounting and let you know which is better for you. \n· And much\, much more! \nView this short 2-minute video to understand more about this workshop: video teaser \nIf you want to understand more about the Federal\, Washington and local taxes that are assessed against businesses and business owners\, you should register for the “Tax Essentials for New and Existing Business Owners” workshop first before attending the “Tax Saving Strategies for Small Businesses” workshop. \nListen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructor and the program: \n· Really helped my business learn about how to save money with minimizing and deferring taxes. \n· Finally learned how LLCs can help protect my personal savings and how S-Corps can help me pay lower taxes. \n· Now I understand how to use the “home office” tax deduction to save money on my personal tax returns. \n· Most helpful training I’ve ever been to! \n· The workshop provided actionable details on how save money on taxes. \n· The instructor provided valuable information clearly\, no fluff – all practical and doable. Answered all my questions. \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by SCORE Business Mentor Joe Heinrich. Joe is a retired CPA having worked for 12 years with KPMG\, an international accounting firm\, and 22 years with Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. in various finance executive positions. Over the past 11 years since his retirement\, Joe has help hundreds of small business owners make their businesses more profitable\, eliminated problems with their accounting\, assisted them in obtaining financing for their business and helped them save thousands of dollars of Federal and Washington taxes. He also presents the “Tax Saving Strategies for Small Businesses” and “Tax Essentials for New and Existing Business Owners” workshops for SCORE. For more information about Joe\, visit his LinkedIn profile here: Joe Heinrich
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/tax-savings-strategies-for-small-businesses-3/
CATEGORIES:Tax Planning
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UID:3231-1660136400-1660145400@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Top Automation Tools and Technology for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: SCORE\nRegister Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005r6O6&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/top-automation-tools-and-technology-small-businesses-8102022&_gl=1*xs9142*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY1OTQ5MzIyMS40LjEuMTY1OTQ5MzczNi4w&_ga=2.31818750.1362067415.1659493222-1347520243.1657227680 \nThe objective of this workshop is to provide you\, the small business owner\, with a comparison of the top technologies and automation tools available and help you determine which of these is best for your business. The workshop focuses on the following tools and systems: \n· Accounting \n· Payroll Processing \n· Employee Timesheet \n· Point of Sale \n· Customer Invoicing \n· Accounts Payable \n· eCommerce \n· Project Management \n· Email Communication \n· Web Hosting \nBy the end of this workshop\, you’ll have a short-list of the technologies and systems that you’ll want to implement for your business. Don’t miss this opportunity! \nPresenter: \nThis workshop is presented by Kristine Nguyen. Kristine is founder and owner of Pretty Books\, a Seattle-based accounting firm that thrives on helping its clients set up\, manage\, and oversee financial data\, processes\, and systems. Its modern accounting services include bookkeeping\, payroll\, financial consulting\, business tax preparation\, and more. Kristine has more than 15 years of experience working with small businesses to manage and streamline their accounting. \nShe and her team combine accounting\, finance\, and business analytics to help clients develop clarity in their work and action plans. Kristine really enjoys implementing tools and technologies to streamline busy-work for small businesses.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/top-automation-tools-and-technology-for-small-businesses-3/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220809T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220803T023756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T023756Z
UID:3230-1660050000-1660057200@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Career & Life Portfolio
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: SCORE\nRegister Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005r6PE&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/creating-career-life-portfolio-892022&_gl=1*kee0h3*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY1OTQ5MzIyMS40LjEuMTY1OTQ5MzYyNC4w&_ga=2.70206416.1362067415.1659493222-1347520243.1657227680 \nThe time has come when we need to be “portfolio people” who think of our vocations\, not just in terms of a single defined job or occupation\, but more as a holistic body of work. In this workshop\, we will discuss what it takes to create a career and life portfolio and then how to live it! \nTopics Covered: \n· Managing your career more by intention rather than by circumstance. \n· Recognizing and responding to changes in career priorities in different stages of your life. \n· Making the most of realizations – such as reaching your career peak or grasping that life is finite\, with time being a very precious commodity. \n· Overcoming fears associated with going after your dreams. \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by Jeff Levy. Jeff is the author of “Making the Jump into Small Business Ownership”. He is a speaker and coach to individuals interested in exploring self-actualization. He also assists individuals who are interested in self-employment with an emphasis in franchising. His experience includes participation in new technology companies\, leveraged buyouts\, management buyouts\, raising investment capital and coach to hundreds of startup ventures. If you have ever considered creating and implementing your vision of what life should look like\, this workshop will inspire you. See Jeff’s LinkedIn profile here: Jeff Levy
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/creating-a-career-life-portfolio/
CATEGORIES:Human Resources (HR)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220805T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220803T023528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T023528Z
UID:3229-1659704400-1659715200@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Financial Basics for New Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: SCORE\nRegister Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005rYL0&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/financial-basics-new-small-businesses-852022&_gl=1*kalrd8*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY1OTQ5MzIyMS40LjEuMTY1OTQ5MzQwMi4w&_ga=2.226976605.1362067415.1659493222-1347520243.1657227680 \nThis workshop is designed to give you\, the business owner\, the financial skills and know-how needed to perform key tasks like to determine how to accurately compute the amount of funding you’ll need to start your business. You will also learn how to project your future financial results realistically including: \n· Projecting sales for a new business \n· Understanding your cost of goods sold and gross margin \n· Being able to project your operating expenses \n· Calculating your net income. \n· Planning your cash flow successfully. \nThis workshop includes a special section on creating financial statements for service businesses. \nProper management of finances is crucial to any business’s success and a special set of skills is needed to understand and create these critical financial statements. This workshop is suitable for everyone whether you are starting a new business or need to update your skills. \nThis is an interactive workshop. We encourage participation by all attendees — so bring along your questions! \nListen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructors and the program: \n· Really helped me understand the projection of fixed and variable costs and how to make a cash flow statement. \n· The workshop examples are easy to understand and the financial templates provided are immensely valuable. \n· Now I know what mistakes I’m am making in my business and how to fix them. \n· I appreciated that they had financial examples for service-based businesses. \n· This workshop far exceeded my expectations on what I thought I would learn.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/financial-basics-for-new-small-businesses-5/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220804T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220729T031148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T021901Z
UID:3178-1659618000-1659623400@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Working WA 5 Grants Info
DESCRIPTION:Register at https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271897 \nUpcoming Working Washington Grants: Round 5\, and Convention Center Grants programs \nThe Washington State Legislature has allocated a new round of grant funding for small businesses and non-profits. These grant programs are administered through the Washington Department of Commerce in partnership with the Washington Arts Commission. \nApplication portals will be open from August 17\, 2022 – September 9\, 2022 for both the Working Washington Grants: Round 5 and Convention Center Grant Programs. \nThis no-cost webinar will cover the Upcoming Working Washington Grants: Round 5\, and Convention Center Grants programs. Visit https://www.commercegrants.com for more information. \nPlease pre-register for this informational overview which will cover program details\, eligibility criteria and what you will need to apply for these two grant opportunities. \nProgram information will cover: \nProgram overviews\nEligibility\nWhat you need to apply\nQ & A will be addressed by the panel and presenter. \nPresenter: \nMichael Wallenfels\, Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) https://www.arts.wa.gov/ \nPanelists: \nLynn Fetch\, Washington State Department of Commerce \nShannon Halberstadt\, Washington State Department of Commerce \nSteve Burke\, Washington Small Business Development Center
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/working-wa-5-grants-info/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220804T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220804T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220729T024816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T021807Z
UID:3143-1659610800-1659614400@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Are you Ready to Start a Business?
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: WSBDC\nRegister at: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271883 \nAre you looking to start up a business but have no experience running one? Do you have an idea you are excited about and want insight into how to get started? Join Washington SBDC Certified Business Advisor\, Mia Johnstone\, to hear about the basics of starting a business. \nTopics that will be covered: \nIdentify reasons for starting a business\nSelf analyze your readiness for running a business\nUnderstand the conditions of running a business (ie possible long hours\, stress management…)\nBrick and mortar business vs consulting/online business and their different levels of risk.\nFinancial basics for starting a business\nInstructors: \nMia Johnstone is a Washington Small Business Development Center Advisor. She loves copywriting\, customer relationships\, solid branding\, and beautiful photography. She has an MBA and serves Mason\, Pacific\, and Grays Harbor County small businesses with Washington SBDC advising services. \nJulia Lara is a Washington SBDC Certified Business Advisor and an experienced retail business owner. She graduated from the University of Washington where she studied American History and Political Science\, with an emphasis in Economics. She has an MBA from EWU.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/are-you-ready-to-start-a-business-3/
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220804T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220803T024437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T024524Z
UID:3228-1659603600-1659612600@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Tax Essentials for New and Existing Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: SCORE\nRegister Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005r6NN&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/tax-essentials-new-and-existing-business-owners-842022&_gl=1*1nub14q*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY1OTQ5MzIyMS40LjEuMTY1OTQ5MzI1NS4w&_ga=2.56970474.1362067415.1659493222-1347520243.1657227680 \nPaying taxes is inevitable. But reporting and paying the right amount of taxes timely is the goal you want to achieve to give you peace of mind and allow you to focus on more important areas\, like driving your business forward. \nThis 2.5-hour workshop will help you learn about: \n· Federal taxes imposed on your business. \n· Federal taxes you need to report and pay on amounts paid to your employees. \n· Federal taxes you need to report and pay based on your business’s profits. \n· Washington taxes imposed on your business and employees. \n· City and local taxes imposed on your business. \n· Record keeping requirements to ensure you are ready for that taxing agency audit. \nAfter attending this workshop\, you should also consider attending the “Tax Saving Strategies for Small Businesses” workshop which will allow you to take your knowledge from this workshop and drive your taxes lower to save you money!! \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by SCORE Business Mentor Joe Heinrich. Joe is a retired CPA having worked for 12 years with KPMG\, an international accounting firm\, and 22 years with Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. in various finance executive positions. Over the past 11 years since his retirement\, Joe has help hundreds of small business owners make their businesses more profitable\, eliminated problems with their accounting\, assisted them in obtaining financing for their business and helped them save thousands of dollars of Federal and Washington taxes. He also presents the “Tax Saving Strategies for Small Businesses” and “Tax Essentials for New and Existing Business Owners” workshops for SCORE. For more information about Joe\, visit his LinkedIn profile here: Joe Heinrich
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/tax-essentials-for-new-and-existing-business-owners-5/
CATEGORIES:Tax Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220730T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220729T025745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T025851Z
UID:3130-1659189600-1659200400@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:MAPS SBRN Networking Event with Tradespeople & Service Providers
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: MAPS\nRegister Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7PkwEawHa7nlpMHdtj0EPypvBEsO8HP2LLDt-zHwhXdMmsg/viewform \nRealtors\, Construction Trades\, Plumbers\, Electricians\, Handymen\, Accountants\, Financial Businesses and Many More! \nOpen to all adult community members. Refreshments & Drinks will be provided to all attendees.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/maps-sbrn-networking-event-with-tradespeople-service-providers/
LOCATION:MAPS-GYM\, 17550 NE 67th Ct\, Redmond\, WA\, 98052
CATEGORIES:General Business Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220718T165117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T165117Z
UID:3125-1659085200-1659096000@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Financial Basics for New Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: SCORE\nRegister Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005r9E4&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/financial-basics-new-small-businesses-7292022&_gl=1*11yn8v5*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY1Nzg5NDk1MS4zLjEuMTY1Nzg5Njg3OS4w&_ga=2.133789454.163166936.1657894951-1347520243.1657227680 \nThis workshop is designed to give you\, the business owner\, the financial skills and know-how needed to perform key tasks like to determine how to accurately compute the amount of funding you’ll need to start your business. You will also learn how to project your future financial results realistically including: \n· Projecting sales for a new business \n· Understanding your cost of goods sold and gross margin \n· Being able to project your operating expenses \n· Calculating your net income. \n· Planning your cash flow successfully. \nThis workshop includes a special section on creating financial statements for service businesses. \nProper management of finances is crucial to any business’s success and a special set of skills is needed to understand and create these critical financial statements. This workshop is suitable for everyone whether you are starting a new business or need to update your skills. \nThis is an interactive workshop. We encourage participation by all attendees — so bring along your questions!
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/financial-basics-for-new-small-businesses-4/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220728T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220718T170806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T170806Z
UID:3124-1659013200-1659020400@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Increase Sales and Profits with Pricing and Distribution Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Event Organizer: SCORE\nRegister Link: https://score.tfaforms.net/17?EventID=a105a000005rU8y&origination=https%253A//seattle.score.org/event/increase-sales-and-profits-pricing-and-distribution-strategies-7282022&_gl=1*18ualex*_ga*MTM0NzUyMDI0My4xNjU3MjI3Njgw*_ga_JDKRHEG2B3*MTY1Nzg5NDk1MS4zLjEuMTY1Nzg5Njc0OC4w&_ga=2.160126781.163166936.1657894951-1347520243.1657227680 \nYou’ve developed a wonderful new product or service but how should you price it? In this Marketing workshop series we start by reviewing different distributions strategies and help you choose the method that best gets your product or service in front of your customers. The rest of the workshop is focused on pricing and we start by covering some pricing basics. Then we review a detailed process to determine how you can determine the price of your product. Since pricing a service is very different than a product\, we have a special section the covers the separate process for pricing your services.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/increase-sales-and-profits-with-pricing-and-distribution-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Distribution
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220717T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220713T155634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T155634Z
UID:3112-1658066400-1658077200@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:MAPS-MCRC Free Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Have a legal issue? We can help! \nSunday\, July 17\, 2022\, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. \nServices Offered:\nLegal Consultation\nEducation\nReferrals\nHousing Disputes\nBusiness or Contractual Issues\nFamily Law Services\nDomestic Violence Issues\nImmigration Issues\nEmployment Law
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/maps-mcrc-free-legal-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Legal
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220714T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220714T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220526T162357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T162254Z
UID:2843-1657798200-1657803600@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Business Expert Session: 5 Steps to Profit Master Class
DESCRIPTION:Is it possible to increase your leads and sales without wasting money on who-knows marketing and advertisement experiments? Is it possible to see a HUGE increase in profits and work fewer hours at the same time? Is it possible to grow your business without hiring more staff and without burnout? You are the expert in delivering your product and service\, but you are too busy to sort out business STRATEGIES\, FINANCE\, etc. – all those big words sound overwhelming! You don’t need to be an expert on everything. You only need to master a few most IMPACTFUL fundamental strategies to run your business like an expert! Join Business Growth Strategist Lei Wang to learn some simple practical steps you can take to maximize your profit. No B.S. Bo Bluff. Simply step-by-step practical strategies you can use to instantly see more leads\, more sales\, and more income! About the Presenter: As the first Asian woman to complete the Explorer’s Grand Slam\, Lei has been a sought-after international motivational speaker since 2010. She has inspired people across the world to dream big and really achieve that fulfilling life\, work\, and relationship that they are truly excited about. Today\, as an executive coach\, Lei helps business leaders accelerate their careers to exciting new heights with ease and grace\, lead their organizations to make a bigger impact\, and connect deeper with the community they serve.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/business-expert-session-5-steps-to-profit-master-class/
CATEGORIES:General Business Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220714T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220714T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220713T161023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T161023Z
UID:3114-1657796400-1657801800@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Cybersecurity Part 2: Authentication
DESCRIPTION:Event organizer: WSBDC\nRegister at: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271838\nRegister for part 3 (July 28th) here: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271839 \nThis webinar dives into identifying and authenticating system users\, processes\, and devices before allowing access to information systems along with how to control access to those systems. The portion on Identification and Authentication will detail how to determine if system users and processes acting on behalf of users are identified and how to identify and authenticate those users and processes. The practice on Access Control will discuss how to ensure anyone or anything attempting to access a system is identified and authorized\, describe the types of transactions authorized users are permitted to execute\, explain how to identify\, verify and control connections to external systems\, and how to control information posted or processed on publicly accessible information systems like social media accounts. \nInstructions: \nA Zoom link for the webinar will be sent prior to the event to those who register. \nOur Zoom security protocols require each participant have a Zoom account and be signed into their account from their computer or mobile device. https://zoom.us/
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/small-business-cybersecurity-part-2-authentication-2/
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220712T161042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T161042Z
UID:3110-1657717200-1657720800@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Ask a Quickbooks Expert
DESCRIPTION:In this one-hour session you will have the opportunity to ask Peggy Clements\, a Score mentor and Quickbooks expert your questions about Quickbooks. \nShould you move your bookkeeping to Quickbooks?\nAre you maximizing the capabilities of Quickbooks for your business?\nCan I configure Quickbooks myself?\nHow can I manage Assets and Liabilities in Quickbooks?\nHow do I log principal and interest on a loan payment?\nWhat reports can I generate to help keep my business on track? \nWe encourage everyone who is considering moving to Quickbooks or has a one-off question about their existing Quickbooks to attend. To register\, please go here.\nhttps://seattle.stage.score.org/event/talk-expert-quickbooks \nThis opportunity is offered at no charge and is not a Quickbooks workshop. If you would like to attend a Quickbooks workshop\, please go here.\nhttps://seattle.stage.score.org/event/quickbooks-online-basics-you-need-know-7212022
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/ask-a-quickbooks-expert/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220526T164645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T164645Z
UID:2856-1655982000-1655985600@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:From Email to Social Media...Marketing that Converts Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In today’s world\, social media content is essential for connecting with potential customers.  Content marketing is a proven strategy to generate ongoing traffic\, build trust\, and increase sales. However\, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach for every business. Join us for this interactive webinar on creating digital content that will help you convert your audience into paying customers. \nAfter this webinar\, you’ll be able to develop a strategic and achievable plan to stay connected to your audience\, attract new fans\, and promote your offerings — based on your unique strengths. This session is for any business that can use strategies to communicate with their audience and create messaging that converts to sales…in other words\, any business model will benefit! \nTopics will include: \n\nIdentifying which social media platforms you should be using based on your goals\nStrategies for repurposing content you create\nWhy videos\, images\, and copy are all critical components in your conversion strategy\nTools and resources for helping you execute your plan\n\n  \nThe presenters: \nMia Johnstone is a Washington Small Business Development Center Advisor. She loves copywriting\, customer relationships\, solid branding\, and beautiful photography. She has an MBA and serves Mason\, Pacific\, and Grays Harbor County small businesses with Washington SBDC advising services. \nJulia Lara is a Washington Small Business Development Center Advisor. Her primary areas of expertise are marketing\, social media\, and retail. She has 14 years of experience in specialty retail. She has an MBA and serves Spokane and surrounding Washington Counties. \n\nInstructions:Zoom security protocols now require each participant have a Zoom account and be signed into their account from their computer or mobile device. https://zoom.us/. Test Zoom at https://zoom.us/test \n\nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration \nRegistration Policies for Workshops: \nRegistration and Fees (IF ANY): Payment of seminar fees may be made by check or money order. No credit card information can be accepted by email\, fax\, over the phone or at the event. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. \nRefund Policy: If you wish to request a refund\, please contact the conference organizer listed above. Refunds of 90% can be issued if canceled at least 5 days in advance. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is canceled\, all fees will be returned. \nPhotographs: Photos taken during training may be used by SBDC for promotional purposes. Please inform the SBDC personnel onsite OR email training@wsbdc.org with the class information to request photos that include you not be publicized. \nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/from-email-to-social-media-marketing-that-converts-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220526T164420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T162420Z
UID:2854-1655377200-1655380800@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Loan Preparation
DESCRIPTION:How to Get Ready\, So That You Can Get to a YES! \nIn this class\, we’ll talk about what you need to do to be fully prepared for loan conversations with bankers or alternative lenders\, so that you can actually be considered for a small business loan.  You’ll also receive a checklist of loan package items\, so that you can compile and prepare the best business plan and loan package possible.  We’ll discuss what lenders look for\, what kinds of loans are available for small businesses\, and how to overcome obstacles.  We’ll show you how to go through the loan process as your own best advocate! \nThe presenter\, Liz Jamieson\, is a Washington Small Business Development Center Certified Business Advisor.  Liz owned her own website design and development firm and has extensive experience coaching entrepreneurs in marketing\, business planning\, and leadership.  See more about Liz at wsbdc.org/ellensburg/ .   This training is offered as part of the partnership between the Washington Small Business Development Centers and the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce . \n\nInstructions:A Zoom link for the webinar will be sent prior to the event to those who register. \nOur Zoom security protocols require each participant have a Zoom account and be signed into their account from their computer or mobile device.  https://zoom.us/ \n\nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration \nRegistration Policies for Workshops: \nRegistration and Fees (IF ANY): Payment of seminar fees may be made by check or money order. No credit card information can be accepted by email\, fax\, over the phone or at the event. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. \nRefund Policy: If you wish to request a refund\, please contact the conference organizer listed above. Refunds of 90% can be issued if canceled at least 5 days in advance. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is canceled\, all fees will be returned. \nPhotographs: Photos taken during training may be used by SBDC for promotional purposes. Please inform the SBDC personnel onsite OR email training@wsbdc.org with the class information to request photos that include you not be publicized. \nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/loan-preparation/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T023459
CREATED:20220601T183358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T183358Z
UID:2873-1655298000-1655305200@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:How to Become a Facebook Master
DESCRIPTION:Facebook is the largest and most important social media platform for business. Learn how to post great content\, leverage advertising and call features\, develop schedules and routines\, and more. \nAttendees will learn: \n• How people see content on Facebook. \n• The connection between Facebook pages and profiles. \n• Facebook content strategies and other best practices. \n• Understand the basics of Facebook advertising \nPresenter \nMatt Cail started out in the world of message boards and web design. During five years as a Washington\, D.C.\, consultant\, he became knowledgeable about emergency communications and competition in the online video industry. He has worked in social media\, search engine marketing\, web design\, and online advertising. Matt leads Super Charge Marketing is your one-stop social media firm for all of your social media marketing needs!
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/how-to-become-a-facebook-master-2/
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UID:2871-1655287200-1655294400@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Instagram Marketing Essentials
DESCRIPTION:A great Instagram feed reinforces your brand\, supports your marketing message\, helps you engage directly and sincerely with your customers\, and attracts new\, loyal followers! Are you ready to “Level Up” your Instagram for your business? \nIn this workshop you’ll learn: \n1.      Instagram statistics-Who\, What\, Where and When \n2.      Instagram Stories vs Posts \n3.      Effectively using Instagram Live \n4.      Instagram ads basics \n5.      How to create a content calendar to lessen the overwhelm and build engagement (You will receive a content calendar template) \n6.      How to create social media graphics like a rockstar \nThis isn’t about getting a huge number of followers (though that could be a result of the effort you put in). Rather\, it’s about making sure your BRAND is consistent\, that the MESSAGE you’re putting out there on Instagram reinforces your brand\, and that the TIME you spend on social media marketing is well-used. \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by Patty Ross. Patty has well over 20 years’ experience in marketing and has been in the online space since 1998 where she developed an e-commerce program for a gourmet gift company into a million-dollar business. She has spent 16 years helping the wine industry gain traction online and has since branched out to help other industries grow their brands including financial\, legal\, health and beauty\, motorsports\, landscape design\, cbd/cannabis\, restaurants\, political activism and non-profits. Golden State Marketing and her other business\, California Wine Marketing\, were founded in 2006. Patty enjoys speaking on various marketing topics to help business owners understand the importance of marketing their brand online and offline.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/instagram-marketing-essentials-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220613T130000
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UID:2869-1655125200-1655134200@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Top Automation Tools and Technology for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The objective of this workshop is to provide you\, the small business owner\, with a comparison of the top technologies and automation tools available and help you determine which of these is best for your business. The workshop focuses on the following tools and systems: \n·      Accounting \n·      Payroll Processing \n·      Employee Timesheet \n·      Point of Sale \n·      Customer Invoicing \n·      Accounts Payable \n·      eCommerce \n·      Project Management \n·      Email Communication \n·      Web Hosting \nBy the end of this workshop\, you’ll have a short-list of the technologies and systems that you’ll want to implement for your business. Don’t miss this opportunity! \nPresenter \nThis workshop is presented by Kristine Nguyen. Kristine is founder and owner of Pretty Books\, a Seattle-based accounting firm that thrives on helping its clients set up\, manage\, and oversee financial data\, processes\, and systems. Its modern accounting services include bookkeeping\, payroll\, financial consulting\, business tax preparation\, and more. Kristine has more than 15 years of experience working with small businesses to manage and streamline their accounting. \nShe and her team combine accounting\, finance\, and business analytics to help clients develop clarity in their work and action plans. Kristine really enjoys implementing tools and technologies to streamline busy-work for small businesses.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/top-automation-tools-and-technology-for-small-businesses-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220609T143000
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UID:2853-1654779600-1654785000@oneeastside.org
SUMMARY:Why Your Business Needs Video
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the Green River College Small Business Center for a live 90-minute webinar on producing video content for your business. \n  \nTopics include: \n\nHow to use video for both targeted marketing and organic marketing\nHow to use video to solve sales problems\nUsing video to take potential customers through the sales funnel\n\n  \nThese concepts can be applied whether you are doing it yourself or hiring a pro. \n  \nWilliam Lee is a Video Strategist\, specializing in creating a strategy that utilizes video to solve a multitude of problems that both B2B and B2C businesses experience. Having started his career as an engineer\, he applies those skills to analyze and solve any problem that a business is experiencing. \nAs a member of an international Strategist group\, Will has seen businesses see 10x\, 25x\, and 50x their ROI with video. He loves helping businesses from all industries and watching them grow. The Video Strategy process includes analyzing the goals and issues of a business\, developing a customized strategy\, and then starting Production to create the videos that are going to solve those problems. \n  \n\nInstructions: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89597276742\n\nPasscode: 010857\n\nOr One tap mobile :\n    US: +12532158782\,\,89597276742#\,\,\,\,*010857#  or +13462487799\,\,89597276742#\,\,\,\,*010857#\nOr Telephone:\n    Dial(for higher quality\, dial a number based on your current location):\n        US: +1 253 215 8782  or +1 346 248 7799  or +1 669 900 9128  or +1 301 715 8592  or +1 312 626 6799  or +1 646 558 8656\nWebinar ID: 895 9727 6742\nPasscode: 010857\n    International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdYYyatNj7\n\nFunded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration \nRegistration Policies for Workshops: \nRegistration and Fees (IF ANY): Payment of seminar fees may be made by check or money order. No credit card information can be accepted by email\, fax\, over the phone or at the event. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. \nRefund Policy: If you wish to request a refund\, please contact the conference organizer listed above. Refunds of 90% can be issued if canceled at least 5 days in advance. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is canceled\, all fees will be returned. \nPhotographs: Photos taken during training may be used by SBDC for promotional purposes. Please inform the SBDC personnel onsite OR email training@wsbdc.org with the class information to request photos that include you not be publicized. \nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
URL:https://oneeastside.org/event/why-your-business-needs-video/
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