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We feature regular courses and seminars, in the following categories:
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NxLevel for Entrepreneur's 
Topic: Managing a Business
Monday, February 27 2012 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, 10 sessions ending Monday, April 30
Maricopa Community Colleges SBDC
Central Phoenix
Register
NxLevel is an intensive program to help entrepreneur’s reach that “Next” level of success. AZSBDC proudly offers this program throughout the State to help clients build better businesses & communities. This is being offered as a 10 week course designed for people who want to grow their business and need the skills to take their business to the next level. Starts Monday, Jan. 23rd, and continues on Mondays until April 2, 2012. Participants develop a business plan which acts as the blueprint for their progress, and upon successful completion of the course the participant will have learned:
• How to develop and test their business concept
• How to organize and manage their business
• How to research and market their business
• How to understand and get their financials in order
• How and where to get funding for their business
• How to determine feasibility of their business concept
• How to develop a network with other entrepreneurs
Cost $200 includes 3-credit hours, text and all materials.
SCORE WORKSHOPS
The Maricopa Small Business Development Center works in partnership with SCORE to provide Start-Up Assistance. We highly recommend workshops that are sponsored by SCORE; Click on the link www.greaterphoenix.score.org and you will be directed to their site.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
HP Life is a unique program that uses real life examples of business problems, and shows how using technology can help solve those problems, and in turn help small businesses grow and succeed. This program features “hands on” use of computer station, provided through a donation by Hewlett-Packard Corporation, and focuses on the business problem rather than the software. All software used in the program is free, open-source programs that students can use from home or with their small business. Doing Your Marketing Plan – Learn to do your marketing plan by helping a Korean couple plan their new restaurant, and see what is involved in setting a mission, planning using the four P’s of marketing: product, place, promotion, and pricing. Includes a template that allows you to work on your own business plan and build your marketing section.
Speaker: Mark Engle Maricopa SBDC Center Director, Kristin Slice and Nancy Sanders SBDC Business Analysts.
Wednesday, February 01, 2012 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Topic: Business Basics
HP Life is a unique program that uses real life examples of business problems, and shows how using technology can help solve those problems, and in turn help small businesses grow and succeed. This program features “hands on” use of computer station, provided through a donation by Hewlett-Packard Corporation, and focuses on the business problem rather than the software. All software used in the program is free, open-source programs that students can use from home or with their small business. Doing Your Communication Plan – Learn to develop SMART objectives into your business plan (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) and build your plan in the process. Learn how to use all media, including social media, website, and traditional sources, to build the best business plan possible.
Speaker: Mark Engle Maricopa SBDC Center Director, Kristin Slice and Nancy Sanders SBDC Business Analysts
Wednesday, February 08, 2012 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Topic: Business Basics
HP Life is a unique program that uses real life examples of business problems, and shows how using technology can help solve those problems, and in turn help small businesses grow and succeed. This program features “hands on” use of computer station, provided through a donation by Hewlett-Packard Corporation, and focuses on the business problem rather than the software. All software used in the program is free, open-source programs that students can use from home or with their small business. Doing Your Financial Plan – The financial plan is the hardest part of a business plan for most budding entrepreneur’s. This class will show how to look at your finances and build a set of projections for your new business. Includes free projection template that you can use for your small business.
Speaker: Mark Engle Maricopa SBDC Center Director, Kristin Slice and Nancy Sanders SBDC Business Analysts
Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
HP Life is a unique program that uses real life examples of business problems, and shows how using technology can help solve those problems, and in turn help small businesses grow and succeed. This program features “hands on” use of computer station, provided through a donation by Hewlett-Packard Corporation, and focuses on the business problem rather than the software. All software used in the program is free, open-source programs that students can use from home or with their small business. Email Marketing – How do you go about developing an email marketing campaign for your small business? In this class you will help the owners of a small bicycle shop develop a campaign, and expand your knowledge of online tools and how they can help you maximize the impact of email for your customers.
Speaker: Mark Engle Maricopa SBDC Center Director, Kristin Slice and Nancy Sanders SBDC Business Analysts
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Topic: Marketing and Sales
HP Life is a unique program that uses real life examples of business problems, and shows how using technology can help solve those problems, and in turn help small businesses grow and succeed. This program features “hands on” use of computer station, provided through a donation by Hewlett-Packard Corporation, and focuses on the business problem rather than the software. All software used in the program is free, open-source programs that students can use from home or with their small business. Blogging – Learn to use a blog for your small business to maximize customer involvement with your business. This program features the same couple we helped with email marketing, and features free online tools that will get your small business started in the exciting field of blogging.
Speaker: Mark Engle Maricopa SBDC Center Director, Kristin Slice and Nancy Sanders SBDC Business Analysts
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Topic: Managing a Business
HP Life is a unique program that uses real life examples of business problems, and shows how using technology can help solve those problems, and in turn help small businesses grow and succeed. This program features “hands on” use of computer station, provided through a donation by Hewlett-Packard Corporation, and focuses on the business problem rather than the software. All software used in the program is free, open-source programs that students can use from home or with their small business. Project Management – Have you ever wondered how you can improve the processes for your small business planning for events? Or maybe a construction project? In this program we feature the owners of a bicycle shop, who have decided to expand and build their new store. Help them by using project management software, and learn to use this open source program to help your business succeed.
Speaker: Mark Engle Maricopa SBDC Center Director, Kristin Slice and Nancy Sanders SBDC Business Analysts
TechEDge
Class (Ten Week Course for Technology Businesses)
Next Session Scheduled for February 2011, 10 sessions held weekly, at Chandler Innovations Technology Incubator.
Got a small technology company? Planning to start one? Then sign up for TechEDge to be sure you’re on the fast track to success! TechEDge is sponsored by the City of Chandler and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to help technology entrepreneurs with “cutting edge” companies succeed. It consists of 10 modules during which you’ll receive advice directly from subject matter experts to help you answer questions such as:
• How do I develop an effective business model and strategy?
• Do I need to patent my technology?
• How do I reach people who will buy my products?
• Where can I get help with accounting and finance?
• How do I get the funding I need to grow my company?
• How can I be sure I’m hiring the right people? Each module serves as a “building block” to help you create an investor-ready business plan.
When you’ve completed the program, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch your business idea to a group of potential investors.
Space is limited to 15 participants. So, please complete and submit your application as soon as possible for consideration. For more information contact Sanjay Dhole at 480-809-6117 or email him at sanjay.dhole@domail.maricopa.edu
Duration: Weekly,
Location: Innovations Technology Incubator Address: 145 S. 79th St. Chandler, AZ (Chandler Boulevard and McClintock Drive)
Cost: $120.00 (Full scholarships are available to one person from companies that are residents of the Innovations Incubator)
Offered Quarterly at Chandler Innovations Incubator
Topic: To be announced
Offering regular topics of interest to technology businesses and entrepreneurs!
The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required due to limited seating.
Business Accounting and Budget Back to Top
Thursday, March 1, 2012 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
*Four week course - March 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd, 2012
Profit Mastery will help you achieve your profit goals!
Learn about:
* The seven steps to business success
* The difference between "being Profitable" and "having cash" and how to do more of both
* How to develop a profit plan and cash budget forecast to improve the financial health
of a business
* How to Manage Profits and Improve Cash Flow
* Analyze your business and benchmark it against your peers in the industry
* How to be prepared to get what you need from financing partners Fee includes materials plus six months of unlimited access to online support resources.,
Speaker: Various SBDC counselors,
Location: Maricopa Community Colleges SBDC, Central Phoenix
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Cost - $50
This seminar is designed for the more advanced users of Quick Books with time spent on some of the some of the more advanced features of the software, such as entering sales information, accounts payable, sales tax, payroll forms and letters, and customizing invoices and statements. Participants are welcome to bring a laptop.
Speaker: Presenters: Aaron Blau and Denise Fisk Aaron Blau uses his education to help small business owners better understand their financial and tax picture. He specializes in small business taxation and accounting services. He also represents taxpayers in compliance and collection matters before the IRS and state. Denise Fisk is an Advanced Certified ProAdvisor™ in QuickBooks® and attends monthly meetings to maintain and expand her knowledge. Her primary responsibilities are to assist our clients with training, service and support for QuickBooks® software. www.blauco.com
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
An informative program that features updates from SBA, SCORE, SBDC, Social Security Administration, IRS and others. Workshop will be hosted at Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 and also offered as a Webinar.
Speaker: Presented by IRS Outreach program.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Arizona is a leader in providing an incentive for business who develop and produce products for export markets. Learn the requirements to take advantage of this important tax incentive. Workshop will be hosted at the following locations: Estrella Mountain Community College Skill Center - 3000 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85323 Mesa Chamber of Commerce - 120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Paradise Valley Community College - 17811 N. 32nd St., Building Q room 401, Phoenix, AZ 85032 Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - 4725 N. Scottsdale Rd., #210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Speaker: Presented by Randy Eickhoff, CPA and business consultant, and owner of Acena Consulting, LLC.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Mobile is one of the most widespread and fastest growing media channels in the world, making reliable measurement key to success. Presenter to address these basic topics : * What were the year's top device trends, how have smartphone devices changed the market? * Who is my mobile audience, and how engaged are they? * How is my site doing compared to my competitors? To be held at all the following locations: Estrella Mountain Community College Skill Center - 3000 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85323 Mesa Chamber of Commerce - 120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Paradise Valley Community College - 17811 N. 32nd St., Building Q room 405, Phoenix, AZ 85032 Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - 4725 N. Scottsdale Rd., #210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 * What role does video and social media play in your mobile strategy? * How are consumers using mobile media to stay connected? * How do I get started? * How do I track it? Workshop will be hosted at the following locations: Estrella Mountain Community College Skill Center - 3000 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85323 Mesa Chamber of Commerce - 120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Paradise Valley Community College - 17811 N. 32nd St., Building Q room 405, Phoenix, AZ 85032 Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - 4725 N. Scottsdale Rd., #210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Speaker: Presented by Scottsdale Chamber
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
This is a basic workshop describing how to develop and online strategy, what Social Media is, and how to make online marketing work for you. Learn what your small business can do today to get started and turn the online world into clients. Workshop will be hosted at the following locations: Estrella Mountain Community College Skill Center - 3000 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85323 Mesa Chamber of Commerce - 120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Paradise Valley Community College - 17811 N. 32nd St., Building Q room 401, Phoenix, AZ 85032 Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - 4725 N. Scottsdale Rd., #210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Speaker: Presented by Nancy Sanders and Kristin Slice, Maricopa Online SBDC Satellite Coordinators.
Monday, March 05, 2012 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Register
The American Marketing Association defines a brand as a “name, design, logo…. “ To a small business branding can be much more; it presents an image for the owner and employees that turns the marketing efforts into a consistent, well executed communication method. Workshop will be hosted at the following locations: Estrella Mountain Community College Skill Center - 3000 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85323 Mesa Chamber of Commerce - 120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Paradise Valley Community College - 17811 N. 32nd St., Building J room 138, Phoenix, AZ 85032 Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - 4725 N. Scottsdale Rd., #210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Speaker: Presented by Tom Fulcher, Paradise Valley SBDC Satellite Coordinator.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Register
Maybe you are on Facebook and Twitter and have a website but aren't sure how to convert your Friends and Followers into revenue. Or perhaps you are new to social media and just aren't sure which platforms are for you. This workshop will show you how to build online relationships, create value for your product and service and turn those fans into leads, prospects and clients! Workshop will be hosted at the following locations: Estrella Mountain Community College Skill Center - 3000 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85323 Mesa Chamber of Commerce - 120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Paradise Valley Community College - 17811 N. 32nd St., Building J room 138, Phoenix, AZ 85032 Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - 4725 N. Scottsdale Rd., #210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Speaker: Presented by Nancy Sanders and Kristin Slice, Maricopa Online SBDC Satellite Coordinators.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Despite all the hype out there today regarding social media, online marketing, and other methods, the tool most small businesses really need is the ability to sell “one to one” . This workshop presents basic information on developing a sales strategy, turning leads into sales, and making sales fun. Workshop will be hosted at the following locations: Estrella Mountain Community College Skill Center - 3000 N. Dysart Rd. Avondale, AZ 85323 Mesa Chamber of Commerce - 120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Paradise Valley Community College - 17811 N. 32nd St., Building J room 138, Phoenix, AZ 85032 Phoenix SBDC - 2400 N. Central Ave., #102, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - 4725 N. Scottsdale Rd., #210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Speaker: Presented by Jeff Swenson, Estrella Mountain SBDC Satellite Coordinator.
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