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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20180108T143313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180108T143313Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170921T154542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170921T160202Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
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:20180109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20180109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170627T223745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T223745Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20171025T201816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171208T153628Z
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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:20171214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T213917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T213917Z
UID:1666-1513260000-1513267200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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:20171214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20171101T213553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T213634Z
UID:1969-1513242000-1513249200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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:20171212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T211908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T211908Z
UID:1664-1513083600-1513090800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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:20171206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171206T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20171003T172555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T161915Z
UID:1913-1512549000-1512577800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170807T234519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T174046Z
UID:1686-1512388800-1512397800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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:20171130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T205026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T205026Z
UID:1660-1512050400-1512057600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170829T202820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171620Z
UID:1753-1510819200-1510833600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T205255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T205255Z
UID:1662-1510664400-1510671600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170829T202636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171548Z
UID:1751-1510646400-1510660800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171109T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170627T223600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T223600Z
UID:1581-1510243200-1510248600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 9\, 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/
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:20171109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170829T202508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171518Z
UID:1749-1510214400-1510228800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 2
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/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170829T202251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171450Z
UID:1747-1510041600-1510056000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 1
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/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170906T182319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171410Z
UID:1794-1509440400-1509447600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Payroll\, Payroll Tax and Legislative Updates
DESCRIPTION:Open to Mesa Small Businesses. \nLocation on Campus:  Room #33 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \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/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171031T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170807T221756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171003T174336Z
UID:1683-1509438600-1509451200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Raising Capital - Funding Basics and Lender Insights
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 8:30 am.  The event will start at 9:00 am. \nGateway Community College\nCenter for Entrepreneurial Innovation\n275 N. GateWay Drive\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nThere is no fee for this event. \nSpace is limited\, register today. \nWe hope you can join us for this special event!  This program is designed to help small businesses increase their knowledge of funding sources and strategies. \nThe session opens with an education portion that covers basic information about commercial loans\, types of loans\, sources\, and how to prepare for lending requests. \nA panel of lenders will provide insight and information related to the types of businesses they service\, loans offered\, and suggestions for how to prepare for a meeting with a lender.  Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet our lender panel participants. \nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/raising-capital-lenders-panel/
LOCATION:Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation\, 275 N GateWay Drive\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T172410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T172410Z
UID:1650-1509026400-1509033600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 26\, 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-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
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:20171026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171026T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T172151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171916Z
UID:1647-1509008400-1509013800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:TechEdge - Session 4
DESCRIPTION:Open to Mesa Small Businesses. \nSession 1 – October 17\, 2017\nSession 2 – October 19\, 2017\nSession 3 – October 24\, 2017\nSession 4 – October 26\, 2017 \n9:00 am – 10:30 am \nLocation:\nLaunchPoint\n245 West 2nd Street\nMesa\, AZ  85201 \nLocation on Campus:  Room #32 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \nTechEdge Program Overview \nTechEdge is an intensive 4 session tech-focused entrepreneurship course which is designed to help the participants understand the process entrepreneurs use to start and build successful tech companies. \nThe course covers a wide range of topics including understanding the technology commercialization process\, product-market fit\, intellectual property considerations and identifying the different sources of funding available to help grow your business. \nThe ultimate objective of the TechEdge course is to help technology-focused entrepreneurs build an enduring\, successful company with your idea and the customer’s needs as the focus. \nThe core tech series classes are: \nTechnology Commercialization  \nHow close to commercialization is your product or service? Don’t worry if you aren’t sure. During this module\, you’ll be introduced to the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) System\, a program developed at NASA to determine whether a product is ready for commercialization. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the factors you need to consider while starting\, operating\, funding and growing a successful technology company.\nLearn how to objectively evaluate your technology and company to determine how close you are to commercialization.\nDefine the steps you need to take to ready your technology or company for commercialization.\nLearn how to determine what your deficiencies are and how to correct them.\n\nLean Startup Methodology \nThe Lean Startup provides a scientific data-driven approach to creating and managing startups to get a desired product into customers’ hands faster. The Lean Startup methodology teaches you how to use customer data to drive a startup- how to steer\, when to turn\, and when to persevere-and grow a business with maximum acceleration. It is a principled approach to new product development. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUsing the Business Model Canvas\nConducting customer development\nBuilding/Using an MVP (minimum viable product)\nRapid iterations/pivots\n\n IP Protection \nOnce you’ve identified a unique or innovative product or service\, you need to protect it. During this module\, you’ll learn the importance of protecting your intellectual property through the use of patents\, copyrights and trademarks\, how you can benefit by licensing technology\, and how to protect your business interests if you decide to license someone else’s technology. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nLearn why intellectual property protection is important.\nLearn how to know when you need a patent\, trademark or copyright.\nUnderstand the benefits and potential problems associated with licensing technology.\nLearn how to protect your business interests if you license your technology.\nUnderstand how to protect your business interests if you license someone else’s technology.\nLearn how to maximize the value of your inventions by strategically navigating the patent application process.\n\nSources of Capital \nLack of sufficient capital has been the cause of many business failures. During this module\, we’ll discuss various capital formation strategies. You’ll learn about the different funding options\, and how to determine if debt\, equity financing\, or searching for funding available through the government and other alternative sources of funds is the right fit for your venture. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the types of funding that are available at different stages of venture readiness.\nUnderstand the difference between angel investors and venture capitalists\, and how to tailor an investor pitch to each.\nLearn about funding available from government sources (SBIR\, tax credits\, etc.)\nLearn how you can leverage alternative funding sources (i.e. asset-based lending\, factoring\, etc.)\n\n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171024T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T171940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171847Z
UID:1645-1508835600-1508841000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:TechEdge - Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Open to Mesa Small Businesses. \nSession 1 – October 17\, 2017\nSession 2 – October 19\, 2017\nSession 3 – October 24\, 2017\nSession 4 – October 26\, 2017 \n9:00 am – 10:30 am \nLocation:\nLaunchPoint\n245 West 2nd Street\nMesa\, AZ  85201 \nLocation on Campus:  Room #32 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \nTechEdge Program Overview \nTechEdge is an intensive 4 session tech-focused entrepreneurship course which is designed to help the participants understand the process entrepreneurs use to start and build successful tech companies. \nThe course covers a wide range of topics including understanding the technology commercialization process\, product-market fit\, intellectual property considerations and identifying the different sources of funding available to help grow your business. \nThe ultimate objective of the TechEdge course is to help technology-focused entrepreneurs build an enduring\, successful company with your idea and the customer’s needs as the focus. \nThe core tech series classes are: \nTechnology Commercialization  \nHow close to commercialization is your product or service? Don’t worry if you aren’t sure. During this module\, you’ll be introduced to the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) System\, a program developed at NASA to determine whether a product is ready for commercialization. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the factors you need to consider while starting\, operating\, funding and growing a successful technology company.\nLearn how to objectively evaluate your technology and company to determine how close you are to commercialization.\nDefine the steps you need to take to ready your technology or company for commercialization.\nLearn how to determine what your deficiencies are and how to correct them.\n\nLean Startup Methodology \nThe Lean Startup provides a scientific data-driven approach to creating and managing startups to get a desired product into customers’ hands faster. The Lean Startup methodology teaches you how to use customer data to drive a startup- how to steer\, when to turn\, and when to persevere-and grow a business with maximum acceleration. It is a principled approach to new product development. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUsing the Business Model Canvas\nConducting customer development\nBuilding/Using an MVP (minimum viable product)\nRapid iterations/pivots\n\n IP Protection \nOnce you’ve identified a unique or innovative product or service\, you need to protect it. During this module\, you’ll learn the importance of protecting your intellectual property through the use of patents\, copyrights and trademarks\, how you can benefit by licensing technology\, and how to protect your business interests if you decide to license someone else’s technology. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nLearn why intellectual property protection is important.\nLearn how to know when you need a patent\, trademark or copyright.\nUnderstand the benefits and potential problems associated with licensing technology.\nLearn how to protect your business interests if you license your technology.\nUnderstand how to protect your business interests if you license someone else’s technology.\nLearn how to maximize the value of your inventions by strategically navigating the patent application process.\n\nSources of Capital \nLack of sufficient capital has been the cause of many business failures. During this module\, we’ll discuss various capital formation strategies. You’ll learn about the different funding options\, and how to determine if debt\, equity financing\, or searching for funding available through the government and other alternative sources of funds is the right fit for your venture. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the types of funding that are available at different stages of venture readiness.\nUnderstand the difference between angel investors and venture capitalists\, and how to tailor an investor pitch to each.\nLearn about funding available from government sources (SBIR\, tax credits\, etc.)\nLearn how you can leverage alternative funding sources (i.e. asset-based lending\, factoring\, etc.)\n\n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170720T171727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171819Z
UID:1643-1508403600-1508409000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:TechEdge - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Open to Mesa Small Businesses. \nSession 1 – October 17\, 2017\nSession 2 – October 19\, 2017\nSession 3 – October 24\, 2017\nSession 4 – October 26\, 2017 \n9:00 am – 10:30 am \nLocation:\nLaunchPoint\n245 West 2nd Street\nMesa\, AZ  85201 \nLocation on Campus:  Room #32 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \nTechEdge Program Overview \nTechEdge is an intensive 4 session tech-focused entrepreneurship course which is designed to help the participants understand the process entrepreneurs use to start and build successful tech companies. \nThe course covers a wide range of topics including understanding the technology commercialization process\, product-market fit\, intellectual property considerations and identifying the different sources of funding available to help grow your business. \nThe ultimate objective of the TechEdge course is to help technology-focused entrepreneurs build an enduring\, successful company with your idea and the customer’s needs as the focus. \nThe core tech series classes are: \nTechnology Commercialization  \nHow close to commercialization is your product or service? Don’t worry if you aren’t sure. During this module\, you’ll be introduced to the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) System\, a program developed at NASA to determine whether a product is ready for commercialization. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the factors you need to consider while starting\, operating\, funding and growing a successful technology company.\nLearn how to objectively evaluate your technology and company to determine how close you are to commercialization.\nDefine the steps you need to take to ready your technology or company for commercialization.\nLearn how to determine what your deficiencies are and how to correct them.\n\nLean Startup Methodology \nThe Lean Startup provides a scientific data-driven approach to creating and managing startups to get a desired product into customers’ hands faster. The Lean Startup methodology teaches you how to use customer data to drive a startup- how to steer\, when to turn\, and when to persevere-and grow a business with maximum acceleration. It is a principled approach to new product development. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUsing the Business Model Canvas\nConducting customer development\nBuilding/Using an MVP (minimum viable product)\nRapid iterations/pivots\n\n IP Protection \nOnce you’ve identified a unique or innovative product or service\, you need to protect it. During this module\, you’ll learn the importance of protecting your intellectual property through the use of patents\, copyrights and trademarks\, how you can benefit by licensing technology\, and how to protect your business interests if you decide to license someone else’s technology. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nLearn why intellectual property protection is important.\nLearn how to know when you need a patent\, trademark or copyright.\nUnderstand the benefits and potential problems associated with licensing technology.\nLearn how to protect your business interests if you license your technology.\nUnderstand how to protect your business interests if you license someone else’s technology.\nLearn how to maximize the value of your inventions by strategically navigating the patent application process.\n\nSources of Capital \nLack of sufficient capital has been the cause of many business failures. During this module\, we’ll discuss various capital formation strategies. You’ll learn about the different funding options\, and how to determine if debt\, equity financing\, or searching for funding available through the government and other alternative sources of funds is the right fit for your venture. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the types of funding that are available at different stages of venture readiness.\nUnderstand the difference between angel investors and venture capitalists\, and how to tailor an investor pitch to each.\nLearn about funding available from government sources (SBIR\, tax credits\, etc.)\nLearn how you can leverage alternative funding sources (i.e. asset-based lending\, factoring\, etc.)\n\n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-2-3-2/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171017T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170622T220330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T171745Z
UID:1556-1508230800-1508236200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:TechEdge - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Open to Mesa Small Businesses. \nSession 1 – October 17\, 2017\nSession 2 – October 19\, 2017\nSession 3 – October 24\, 2017\nSession 4 – October 26\, 2017 \n9:00 am – 10:30 am \nLOCATION:\nLaunchPoint\n245 West 2nd Street\nMesa\, AZ  85201 \nLocation on Campus:  Room #32 in the lower level of the Mesa Center for Higher Education in the LaunchPoint space. \nTechEdge Program Overview \nTechEdge is an intensive 4 session tech-focused entrepreneurship course which is designed to help the participants understand the process entrepreneurs use to start and build successful tech companies. \nThe course covers a wide range of topics including understanding the technology commercialization process\, product-market fit\, intellectual property considerations and identifying the different sources of funding available to help grow your business. \nThe ultimate objective of the TechEdge course is to help technology-focused entrepreneurs build an enduring\, successful company with your idea and the customer’s needs as the focus. \nThe core tech series classes are: \nTechnology Commercialization  \nHow close to commercialization is your product or service? Don’t worry if you aren’t sure. During this module\, you’ll be introduced to the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) System\, a program developed at NASA to determine whether a product is ready for commercialization. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the factors you need to consider while starting\, operating\, funding and growing a successful technology company.\nLearn how to objectively evaluate your technology and company to determine how close you are to commercialization.\nDefine the steps you need to take to ready your technology or company for commercialization.\nLearn how to determine what your deficiencies are and how to correct them.\n\nLean Startup Methodology \nThe Lean Startup provides a scientific data-driven approach to creating and managing startups to get a desired product into customers’ hands faster. The Lean Startup methodology teaches you how to use customer data to drive a startup- how to steer\, when to turn\, and when to persevere-and grow a business with maximum acceleration. It is a principled approach to new product development. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUsing the Business Model Canvas\nConducting customer development\nBuilding/Using an MVP (minimum viable product)\nRapid iterations/pivots\n\nIP Protection \nOnce you’ve identified a unique or innovative product or service\, you need to protect it. During this module\, you’ll learn the importance of protecting your intellectual property through the use of patents\, copyrights and trademarks\, how you can benefit by licensing technology\, and how to protect your business interests if you decide to license someone else’s technology. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nLearn why intellectual property protection is important.\nLearn how to know when you need a patent\, trademark or copyright.\nUnderstand the benefits and potential problems associated with licensing technology.\nLearn how to protect your business interests if you license your technology.\nUnderstand how to protect your business interests if you license someone else’s technology.\nLearn how to maximize the value of your inventions by strategically navigating the patent application process.\n\nSources of Capital \nLack of sufficient capital has been the cause of many business failures. During this module\, we’ll discuss various capital formation strategies. You’ll learn about the different funding options\, and how to determine if debt\, equity financing\, or searching for funding available through the government and other alternative sources of funds is the right fit for your venture. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the types of funding that are available at different stages of venture readiness.\nUnderstand the difference between angel investors and venture capitalists\, and how to tailor an investor pitch to each.\nLearn about funding available from government sources (SBIR\, tax credits\, etc.)\nLearn how you can leverage alternative funding sources (i.e. asset-based lending\, factoring\, etc.)\n\n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-3-2/
LOCATION:LaunchPoint\, 245 West 2nd Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170808T181049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170809T195952Z
UID:1699-1508175000-1508182200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Academy - Week 5
DESCRIPTION:Dates:\nSeptember 18 and 25\, 2017\nOctober 2\, 9\, 16\, and 23\, 2017 \nTime:  5:30 pm to 7:30 pm \nThis six week program is designed around Thunderbird School of Global Management’s DreamBuilder Program to assist women in starting and expanding their businesses. \nPlease register for each class individually. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/dreambuilder-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171012T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171012T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170622T213854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T171303Z
UID:1554-1507824000-1507829400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 12\, 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/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20171012T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114630
CREATED:20170814T131020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T181141Z
UID:1722-1507798800-1507806000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Business Income and How it is Taxed
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn: \n\nAbout the different types of business entities\n\nSole-proprietor\nPartnership\nLLC\nS-Corp\nC-Corp\nOthers\n\nIncluding corporate maintenance\nAvoid comingling of money\n\n\nWhat business income is\n\nRevenue minuses expenses\nNot cash taken by the owner\nRecordkeeping Requirements\n\n\nBusiness income tax forms\n\nUnderstand which type\nDefine & discuss flow-through entities\n\n\nHow business income is taxed\n\nSelf-employment taxes\nWhen to make an S-election\n\n\nHow to pay income tax on business income\n\nEFTPS/AZ Taxes\nQuarterly Payments\nUnderpayment penalties & how to avoid them\n\n\n2017 Legislative Changes (if any)\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/business-income-taxed/
LOCATION:Chandler Chamber of Commerce\, 25 S Arizona Place\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States
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