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SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Open to Mesa Small Businesses with Mesa mailing addresses. \nLocation on Campus:  Room #33 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \nProfit Mastery has gained an international reputation for providing unparalleled financial management and business planning education to small business owners.  This training program is focused on the real outcomes centered related to business performance\, business development\, and revenue retention.  Each session is facilitated by a certified member of our counseling staff. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nDiagnose and monitor company financial performance\nUse break-even analysis to make better decisions on cost\, price and profits\nAvoid cash crunches and increase cash flow\nPlan for and manage growth\nCommunicate more effectively with bankers and other financial professionals\n\nAttendees receive a comprehensive participant program manual. \n\nFour sessions:  November 7\, 9\, 14 and 16\, 2017\nTime: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: LaunchPoint\n\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-3-3-2-2/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112715
CREATED:20170720T205255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T205255Z
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SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Location:\nGateWay Community College\nSBDC in the South Building\n108 N 40th Street\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nEvent Fee: Free \nLearn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nNora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant \nNora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4700
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112715
CREATED:20170829T202820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171620Z
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SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 4
DESCRIPTION:Open to Mesa Small Businesses with Mesa mailing addresses. \nLocation on Campus:  Room #33 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \nProfit Mastery has gained an international reputation for providing unparalleled financial management and business planning education to small business owners.  This training program is focused on the real outcomes centered related to business performance\, business development\, and revenue retention.  Each session is facilitated by a certified member of our counseling staff. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nDiagnose and monitor company financial performance\nUse break-even analysis to make better decisions on cost\, price and profits\nAvoid cash crunches and increase cash flow\nPlan for and manage growth\nCommunicate more effectively with bankers and other financial professionals\n\nAttendees receive a comprehensive participant program manual. \n\nFour sessions:  November 7\, 9\, 14 and 16\, 2017\nTime: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: LaunchPoint\n\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-3-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112715
CREATED:20170720T205026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T205026Z
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SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 30\, 2017\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nGateWay Community College\n108 N 40th Street\, South Building\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112715
CREATED:20170807T234519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T174046Z
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SUMMARY:Inside the Mind of an Angel Investor
DESCRIPTION:Paradise Valley Community College\nEntrepreneurship Education Center\nBuilding K\, Room 117\n18401 N 32nd Street\nPhoenix\, AZ  85032 \nLooking for Investor Capital? \nIn this workshop you will learn what goes on inside the mind of an Angel Investor. \n\nWhat are the most important things they look for in a pitch?\nHow do they “value” your business?\nWhat do you need to do before you talk with an investor?\nDoes my business plan matter?\nHow does the process typically work?\n\nThis workshop is led by SBDC Business Analyst\, Tom Fulcher.  Tom is an area expert on angel investing.  He judges multiple programs including InnovateHer\, Venture Madness and the Arizona Innovation Challenge.  He also serves as an entrepreneur-in-residence for an Arizona Commerce Authority program and facilitates the NACET Pitch Power workshop series.  His clients have won AIC grants and raised millions from investors. \nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT NOW \nMap of PVCC
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/inside-mind-angel-investor/
LOCATION:PVCC Entrepreneurship Education Center\, 18401 N 32nd Street\, Building K\, Room K117\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171206T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112715
CREATED:20171003T172555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T161915Z
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SUMMARY:Maricopa SBDC Cyber Security Forum
DESCRIPTION:Maricopa SBDC Cyber Security Forum\nDoes your business have a cyber security plan?  Do you know what steps to take to protect your business from cyber threats? \nMaricopa SBDC is hosting a Cyber Security forum on Wednesday\, December 6\, 2017 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at Rio Salado Conference Center\, 2323 W 14th St\, Tempe\, AZ 85281.  There is no cost to attend the forum.  Continental breakfast and lunch will be served. \nPresenters Include:\nMike Lettman\, Chief Information Security Officer\nState of Arizona\, ADOA-ASET (Arizona Strategic Enterprise Technology) \nMike Lettman is a recognized technology leader with over 28 years of experience in government information\, security and technology. As the State Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)\, he provides strategic direction for information security to over 130 public agencies.  With a focus on statewide enterprise and standardization efforts\, Mike leads the Security\, Privacy and Risk team for the Arizona Strategic Enterprise Technology (ASET) Office.  With alignment to the State’s Strategic IT Plan\, he ensures and enhances the State of Arizona’s security and safety. \nMike’s responsibilities include identifying\, developing\, implementing and maintaining processes across the State to reduce IT risks.  He is responsible for incident response\, establishing appropriate standards and controls\, and directing the establishment and implementation of policies and procedures. Mike is also instrumental in building relationships with a variety of partners including the MS-ISAC\, Department of Homeland Security\, and the FBI. \nPrior to his work for the State of Arizona\, Mike served as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the State of Wisconsin and previously as the Chief Technical Officer for the State of Wisconsin’s Department of Justice. In addition\, he was the State of Wisconsin’s advocate for security awareness representing a variety of industry committees including Wisconsin’s Cyber Terrorism task force. \nMike holds a Bachelor of Science in Management and Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin and remains an active member of the Arizona Fusion Center and the co-chair of the Multi State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) SCADA work group. \nPlus experts from: \n\nFBI\nUS Secret Service\nArizona Counter Terrorism Center\nUS Department of Homeland Security\nArizona Cyber Threat Alliance\nArizona Department of Homeland Security\n\nSpace is limited\, register today! \nClick Here to register: http://bit.ly/2zV33U9 \nContact Michael.Baab@domail.maricopa.edu at 480.784.0597 for more information.\nRio Salado Campus Map \n\nDate:           Wednesday\, December 6\, 2017\nTime:           8:30 am to 4:30 pm\n\nFee:              None\nLocation:    Rio Salado Conference Center\, 2323 W 14th St\, Tempe\, AZ 85281
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/maricopa-sbdc-cybersecurity-forum/
LOCATION:Rio Salado Conference Center\, 2323 W 14th Street\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170720T211908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T211908Z
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SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Location:\nGateWay Community College\nSBDC in the South Building\n108 N 40th Street\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nEvent Fee: Free \nLearn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nNora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant \nNora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4700
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20171101T213553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T213634Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Capital - Funding Basics and Lender Insights
DESCRIPTION:  \nLaunchPoint\n 245 West 2nd Street\n Mesa\, AZ  85301 \nRoom Location on Campus:  Room #33 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \nThere is no fee for this event. \nSpace is limited\, register today. \nThis program is designed to help small businesses increase their knowledge of funding sources and strategies.  The session opens with an education portion that covers basic information about commercial loans\, types\, sources and how to prepare for lending requests.   A panel of lenders will provide insight and information related to the types of business they service\, loans offered\, and suggestions for how to prepare for a meeting with a lender. \nThis program is intended for small businesses that are currently seeking funds to grow their existing business. \nIn this workshop you will learn about: \nLoan Types and Funding Sources \n\nTypes of business loans and use of funds\nTypes of lenders\n\nCommercial Funding Basics \n\nHow business loans differ from personal loans\nKnow the Lender Language – a few basic terms to know\n\nPreparing for a Loan Request \n\nWhat makes your business attractive to the lender\nDocuments\nFunding strategy\n\nThe Lender Panel \n Each Lender will have a table available to distribute collateral and will be available to answer questions from the participants.  Each participant will have the change to meet the lenders and talk to a SBDC counselor. \nSBA Resources – Learn about the SBA Loan Clinic \nSBDC Resources – Learn how to prepare for a lending request \nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/raising-capital-lenders-panel-2/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170720T213917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T213917Z
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SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 14\, 2017\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nGateWay Community College\n108 N 40th Street\, South Building\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20171025T201816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171208T153628Z
UID:1956-1513260000-1513267200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Real Life Marketing Strategies for Peoria Businesses:  Business in the Avenues
DESCRIPTION:It takes a lot to market your business. Learn from real business owners what really works for small business owners building a business in Peoria. Plus\, gather tools and resources that ever-growing business owners need to help strengthen the ROI on their marketing dollars from an expert marketing strategist. \nCome hear what marketing strategies have worked for growing West Valley #smallbizowners! \nRegister Now \nMap for Parking at My Office Business Suites
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/business-avenues-real-life-marketing-skills/
LOCATION:My Office Business Suites – Thunderbird Office Park\, 14050 N. 83rd Avenue\, Suite 290\, Peoria\, AZ\, 85381\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170627T223745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T223745Z
UID:1583-1513267200-1513272600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 14\, 2017\n4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nEstrella Mountain Community\n3000 N Dysart Road\nOcotillo Hall\, Room OCT 104\nAvondale\, AZ  85392 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T154431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T160233Z
UID:1827-1515502800-1515510000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nNora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant \nNora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4700
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T174915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T174915Z
UID:1846-1515686400-1515691800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T175255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T175255Z
UID:1848-1518105600-1518111000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T154542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T160202Z
UID:1829-1518526800-1518534000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nNora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant \nNora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4700
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180108T143313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180108T143313Z
UID:2089-1518703200-1518710400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Chandler-Gilbert Community College (Sun Lakes Center)\, 25105 South Alma School Road\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85248\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180222T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180103T174920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180104T174905Z
UID:2078-1519288200-1519299000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Raising Capital - Funding Basics and Lender Insights
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed to help small businesses increase their knowledge of funding sources and strategies.  The session opens with an education portion that covers basic information about commercial loans\, types\, sources and how to prepare for lending requests.  A panel of West Valley lenders will provide insight and information related to the types of business they service\, loans offered\, and suggestions for how to prepare for a meeting with a lender. \nThis program is intended for small business owners who are currently seeking funds to grow their existing business. It is part of the partnership with the City of Peoria and the Maricopa SBDC. This program is in response to the Peoria Business Needs Survey and will discuss the specific needs of Peoria based businesses. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/raising-capital-funding-basics-lender-insights/
LOCATION:Huntington University\, Peoria Campus\, 8385 W Mariners Way\, Peoria\, AZ\, 85382\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180306T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T201843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180221T215011Z
UID:1858-1520323200-1520355600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Mastering QuickBooks Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Mastering QuickBooks Workshop \n This workshop focuses on the desktop version of QuickBooks. \n  \nQuickBooks Overview and Initial Setup \nQuickBooks Versions\nAccounting 101\nQuickBooks Accounting 101\nMastery of Basic Navigation\nSetting up a New Company\nSetting and Modifying Preferences\nIntroduction to Reporting \nThe Sales Cycle: Customers and Sales \nLists in Quickbooks\nCustomers\nThe Items List\nInvoices from Estimates\nInvoicing for Time & Material\nInvoicing from Scratch\nMoney: Receiving Payments and Making Deposits\nTroubleshooting \nThe Purchasing Cycle: Vendors and Bills \nCreating Vendors\nPurchase Orders\nEntering Bills\nPaying Bills\nWriting Checks\nThe Checking Account\nReconciling the Bank Account\nCredit Card Transaction \nSpecial Topics in QuickBooks \nJob Costing and Payroll\nReporting\nSales Tax\nQB for Restaurants\nQB for Real Estate and Property Management\nCommon Mistakes and How to Fix Them\nTop 10 QB Tips\, Tricks\, and Shortcuts \nFEE:  $100.00.   Payment accepted by check ONLY made out to “Maricopa Community Colleges – SBDC”.   \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/mastering-quickbooks-part-1-2-2-3-3-3-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180308T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T175517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T175517Z
UID:1850-1520524800-1520530200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T154702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T160131Z
UID:1831-1520946000-1520953200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nNora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant \nNora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4700
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180104T162340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180104T162340Z
UID:2082-1522141200-1522148400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180202T163509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T201608Z
UID:2109-1522836000-1522841400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Find Focus with Your One Page Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:As a small business owner considering your future are you struggling to create a plan?  Do you want a simple roadmap to success rather than a 25 page “sit on the shelf” plan?  Would you benefit from a tool that allows you to identify your key objectives and focus on specific strategies and actions?   In this session\, you will learn how you can create your simple and effective one page business plan that will provide you and your team with focused objectives and actions. \nWe hope you can join us for this special event!  This program is designed to help small businesses increase their skills in business planning. \nAfter attending this session\, you will feel confident and ready to prepare your objective focused one page business plan.  You will understand how building a plan focused on specific objectives allows you to focus your work and team and avoid costly distractions.  You will also receive tips on how to put your new plan into action that will lead to greater success in the future. \nThere is no fee for this event. \nSpace is limited.    REGISTER TODAY. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/find-focus-one-page-business-plan/
LOCATION:PVCC Entrepreneurship Education Center\, 18401 N 32nd Street\, Building K\, Room K117\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85032\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T154756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180410T162445Z
UID:1833-1523365200-1523372400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Proposal Tips for Winning Government Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Carol Ingley\, President\, ingleyPRICE-TO-WIN \nInterested in winning a government contract? Written a proposal and not gotten the government contract? This seminar gives tips on writing and pricing a proposal that wins. It focuses on common mistakes\, easy ways to avoid those mistakes\, how to evaluate your proposal before submitting it and much more. \nCarol Ingley Bio \nCarol Ingley is president of ingleyPRICE-TO-WIN\, a proposal  preparation services company that helps companies write and price winning proposals for federal\, state or local government contracts. Carol Ingley is a technologist\, finance expert\, expert writer and general proposal specialist who has helped companies win more than $17 billion in government contracts. \nCost:  FREE \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 10\, 2018 from 1:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m. \nWhere:  GateWay Community College\, AZ SBDC Office\, South Building\, 108 N. 40th St.\, Phoenix\, AZ 85034 \nFor more information contact Nora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant nora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623) 845-4700.
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180412T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180412T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T175640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T175640Z
UID:1852-1523548800-1523554200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180111T163755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180111T163755Z
UID:2097-1524128400-1524135600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Payroll\, Payroll Tax and Legislative Updates
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this workshop you will learn about:  \n\nEmployee vs Contractor Rules\nNew Hires\n\nRequired Paperwork (New Hire Packets)\nRecordkeeping\nE-verify & New Hire Reporting\n\n\nExempt vs. Non-exempt employees (Salary or Hourly)\nPayroll Taxes\n\nUnderstanding\n\nEmployee withholding\nEmployer payroll taxes\nGross pay vs net pay\n\n\nWorkers Compensation\n\nBased on Estimates\nSelf-Audit\n\n\nWorking with payroll company\n\nHow to review payroll reports\nHow to record transactions\n\n\nLegislative Updates\n\nProp 206 AZ Minimum Wage & Sick Leave\nFLSA Update (minimum salary for exempt employees)\nACA Update\n\n\n\n\n\n Register Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/small-business-payroll-payroll-tax-legislative-updates-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180502T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180425T160747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T160747Z
UID:2222-1525251600-1525255200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:SBA Virtual Conference:  Build a Local Search Presence
DESCRIPTION:Livestream: Build a Local Search Presence \nDate: Wednesday\, May 2nd\, 2018 \nTime: 9-10 am PST / 12-1 pm EST \nWhat local businesses can expect from the livestream: \nReal-time guidance from Google experts \nHelpful tips on the latest Google My Business features \nInfo on how to build a local search presence \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sba-virtual-conference-build-a-local-search-presence/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T154903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T160025Z
UID:1835-1525784400-1525791600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nNora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant \nNora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4700
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180510T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180307T173112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180503T142829Z
UID:2167-1525941000-1525953600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Raising Capital - Funding Basics and Lender Insights
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 8:30 am. \nThe program will start promptly at 9:00 am. \nAre you looking for capital to fund your growing business?  During this East Valley event\, you will learn about the different types of debt lending options and sources to help you plan your funding strategy. \nSession Agenda: \n\nSession loans\, types\, sources and preparing your loan request\nLender Panel Insights\nMeet and greet panelists and gather information about their products and services\n\nNote:  This session is focused on capital from lenders and does not specifically cover angel investors. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/raising-capital-funding-basics-lender-insights-2/
LOCATION:SOHO 63 / Chandler\, 63 Boston Street\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180510T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180510T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20170921T175806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T194157Z
UID:1854-1525968000-1525973400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Do you know if it is a viable idea\, one that will be a good investment of your time\, resources and money?  In our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program\, you will learn about the critical questions you need to ask\, and be given tools and resources you will need to use\, to make a “Go” or “No Go” business start decision. \nDuring this interactive session\, you will: \n\nLearn how to develop a winning value proposition\nKnow the resources available to help you start your market research\nBe introduced to the concepts and tools you need to identify startup costs and working capital needs.\n\nParticipants are given short activities to apply what they learn to their business idea. \nAudience:  This program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nNote:  The session does not include information related to legal structure\, tax or licensing information. \nLocation:  Ocotillo Building\, Room 104. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112716
CREATED:20180108T143523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T194023Z
UID:2091-1526547600-1526554800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Do you know if it is a viable idea\, one that will be a good investment of your time\, resources and money?  In our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program\, you will learn about the critical questions you need to ask\, and be given tools and resources you will need to use\, to make a “Go” or “No Go” business start decision. \nDuring this interactive session\, you will: \n\nLearn how to develop a winning value proposition\nKnow the resources available to help you start your market research\nBe introduced to the concepts and tools you need to identify startup costs and working capital needs.\n\nParticipants are given short activities to apply what they learn to their business idea. \nAudience:  This program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nNote:  The session does not include information related to legal structure\, tax or licensing information. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Chandler Chamber of Commerce\, 25 S Arizona Place\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States
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