Startup425 Foundations Webinar
Learn how to run a business involving remote work teams, suppliers, partners, and customers. Presented by global leadership expert September Secrist.
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Regional Leadership Conference 2020
We’ve seen in real time how our economy, public health, and racial justice are inextricably linked, as well as how our deeply polarized political climate has encouraged ideology over solutions. People and businesses throughout our region are hurting – particularly those who can afford it least. At this year’s virtual Regional Leadership Conference, we’ll tackle these issues head-on, and dive into how we can work together to set our region on a path for an inclusive economic recovery. Join us at the uniquely virtual 2020 RLC, to convene with top business, government, and community leaders around our conference goals: Highlight...
$275 – $325
Business Transition Webinar: Planning your exit amidst COVID-19
Washington SBDC in Lacey presents: Business Transition Workshop - Planning your exit amidst COVID-19 Join us for a webinar featuring a panel of industry experts to help guide you through the decision-making process of transitioning your business. Whether you are retiring, transitioning ownership, or selling your business, we will discuss some valuable considerations: How do I know what my business is worth? How does COVID-19 affect the timing of my succession planning? How can I sell to my employees/family members? What are the tax implications? Should I hire a broker? Do I need an attorney to draw up the purchase...
Laying the Groundwork for Contracting with the Government: A PTAC and SBDC Contracting Series
This informal on line discussion class is for small business owners who are brand new to government procurement and who want to learn about contracting with large companies. This class will lay the ground work for you to decide if government contracting should be in your future. Intended Audience: Small business owners who are unfamiliar with government contracting. prime contractors or the no-cost resources of the SBDC and PTAC. Presenters: Liz Jamieson, Kittitas Small Business Development Center (SBDC) , liz.jamieson@wsbdc.org Kate Hoy, Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), khoy@thurstonedc.com
Survival Tool Part 1: Your Swiss Army Knife for Recovery
A Swiss Army knife is a multi-faceted compact knife with various attachments for multiple uses. The term “Swiss Army Knife has even acquired usage as a figure of speech, indicating it’s extreme versatility applicable to any scenario one might encounter. SBDC would like to introduce you to Breakeven, an equally powerful multi-faceted business financial tool that, when used correctly and wisely, can act as your “Swiss Army Knife”. Breakeven tells you the level of sales that you need to achieve in order to “make bank” each month. But we want your business to thrive, not just breakeven! Learn how to...
Bellevue College Diversity and Inclusion Career Fair
Bellevue CollegeOur career fair this fall focuses on Diversity and Inclusion. Employers are sending generalist recruiters, diversity & inclusion recruiters, or both. Employers are welcome to recruit for all full-time, part-time, internships, and virtual positions. Students and alumni from all majors are invited. Diversity & Inclusion Career Fair Schedule, Thursday, October 22 Panel: Neurodiversity at Work, 12:30–1:20: Employers Discuss Programs to Hire and Support Neurodivergent Talent Panel: Diversifying the Workforce, 1:30–2:20: Employers Discuss How They Are Investing in Diversity Fall Virtual Job Fair, 2:30–4:30: Find Awesome Jobs & Internships | Everyone Is Welcome There is a nominal fee to recruit at...
Everything You Want to Know About Your L&I Account
Washington State Department of L&IUnderstanding your workers' compensation account can be challenging! Whether you are coming to hear about updates and changes to workers' compensation or getting a refresher on the basics, we've created an active learning experience to fit your needs. This class will cover: Independent contractors and workers’ compensation How rates are calculated What you can do to control your workers’ compensation costs Claims best practices How a claim will impact your account Specific industry information for construction contractors Upon registration, you will receive additional information on how to access the webinar. If these dates and times do not fit your schedule,...
WTIA Virtual Job Fair
Attendees of the virtual career fair will have the opportunity to speak directly with hiring managers at local participating tech companies. Our virtual career fair platform allows attendees to peruse open job positions at up to 20 companies and offers 1:1 video chat appointments with hiring managers. Join us if you are pursuing a technology career in Seattle! Agenda 9- 10 am AppConnect Student early access 10-10:10 am Welcome remarks 10:10- 2:00 pm Job fair open to all 2 pm- Event ends Participate in the Career Fair If you are interested in participating in the career fair as one the...
Selecting a Version of QuickBooks
Are you looking for a computerized accounting solution? This webinar will help you identify the QuickBooks features you need for your unique business. If you already are using QuickBooks and wonder if you should switch to a different version, this webinar will assist you in the decision-making process. Since there is no "right" QuickBooks solution, we will compare the many versions of QuickBooks and contrast their feature availability and appearance. We will look at what is available in all versions and identify those limited to specific versions. We'll also discuss some basic workflows for recording transactions into QuickBooks. To prepare...
Understanding the Options for Financing Your Small Business
Have a great idea for a product or business? Not sure how to get started? Join Startup425, the King County Library System, and seasoned professionals from SCORE for a series of online seminars focused on bringing your ideas to reality, from business plan preparation to financing, marketing, and networking. Making adaptations to address the economic conditions created by COVID-19 will be highlighted. Each session will focus on a different aspect of the startup process, and participants may choose to attend one, multiple, or all sessions, depending on individual needs and interests. Participants will exit the series with the skills and...
Executive Speaker Series: Road to Recovery – Arts and Culture
Arts and cultural organizations in our region have been hard hit by the economic impacts of COVID-19, since they have been unable to safely perform or gather patrons in their spaces. At the start of the pandemic in March, unemployment claims in the arts and culture sector increased by over 2,000%, and it is estimated that our local organizations will lose tens of millions of dollars this year. But there is hope ahead, with updated guidance for museum openings and virtual options from arts organizations that are getting creative around their upcoming seasons. Hear from our panel on how they...
$15 – $25
Executive Speaker Series: Road to Recovery – Arts and Culture
Arts and cultural organizations in our region have been hard hit by the economic impacts of COVID-19, since they have been unable to safely perform or gather patrons in their spaces. At the start of the pandemic in March, unemployment claims in the arts and culture sector increased by over 2,000%, and it is estimated that our local organizations will lose tens of millions of dollars this year. But there is hope ahead, with updated guidance for museum openings and virtual options from arts organizations that are getting creative around their upcoming seasons. Hear from our panel on how they...
$15 – $25