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SUMMARY:Kompass - A Global B2B Marketing Tool
DESCRIPTION:Good News\, Maricopa SBDC got a great Global B2B marketing tool -Kompass for you! During this difficult time\, Maricopa SBDC continually consider your needs to grow your international businesses. Now with Kompass\, via Maricopa SBDC\, you will have A free access to data base for more than 70 countries\, 53+ million companies. What a great opportunity for you to expand your exporting businesses! No need shopping around\, and no need spend unlimited time to find oversea buyers. Join this webinar\, we will show you how to use Kompass find your ideal buyers or suppliers via Kompass. \nTo find more about Kompass: https://us.solutions.kompass.com/ \nTopics include:\nWhat Kompass can do for small businesses?\nHow can businesses owner have a free access to the Kompass database? – Via SBDC How to use Kompass data \nSpeaker(s): Carol Pool\, Maricopa SBDC Business Analyst\nRufiya Blank \,Kompass \nRegister here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/kompass-a-new-free-tool-for-sbdc-clients/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220404T164614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T164614Z
UID:5425-1649844000-1649847600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Reach Customers Online with Google
DESCRIPTION:Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Google Business Profile\, Google Trends\, Search Console\, Google Ads\, and more. \nIn this workshop we’ll discuss best practices for: \n+ Improving your website’s visibility in Google’s organic search results\, on all devices\n+ Creating a free Google Business Profile\n+ Advertising your business on Google \nAbout the presenter: \nIsrael is a Grow With Google Professional Speaker and has spent the last 15 years working in various roles within the public and private sector\, across various industries – including the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, the Specialty Coffee Association\, Constant Contact and other eCommerce Software as a Service (SaaS) companies while serving several multicultural communities along the way. \nSpeaker(s): Israel Serna\, Grow With Google
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/reach-customers-online-with-google/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220404T164856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T164856Z
UID:5427-1650448800-1650452400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Exporting Procedures
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that exporting a product can be a lot easier than you might think? With the right tools and methodology\, you can bring in more profit\, and discover larger and more beneficial target markets while others are still struggling to increase domestic sales.Both products and services are exportable\, and small details can determine whether you can export\, or not. Join our free\, online exporting series classes\, and we will teach you how to export your products and/or services\, step-by-step. You will soon become the experts in the exporting business! \nTopics include: \na. Can I make more money and higher profits via exporting? \nb. Common mistakes that beginners in the exporting field make\, and how to avoid them. \nc. How Maricopa SBDC can help beginners in the export business. \nSpeaker(s): Yanxin Laisure-Pool Maricopa SBDC Business Advisor\nTom Fulcher\, Maricopa SBDC Business Advisor
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/exporting-procedures/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220411T165355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T165355Z
UID:5436-1651744800-1651750200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Patent Basics
DESCRIPTION:This module will cover the basic facts about patents. We will explore the different types of patents\, including utility\, design\, and plant. We will define the difference and use of both provisional patent applications and non-provisional patent applications.  Further\, we will discuss the process of patent prosecution\, the role of the U.S. patent examiner and what to expect when working with the USPTO.  Information regarding a number of patent prosecution programs and initiatives available to applicants will also be provided. \nObjectives (What will participants know and/or be able to do after attending): \n\nUnderstand the different type of patents\nKnow the difference between a provisional and non-provisional patent application\nIntroduction to the process of patent prosecution\nExposure to patent prosecution programs\n\n  \nTopics include: \n\nTypes of patents\nThe parts of a patent application\nThe examination process\nClaims analysis with respect to novelty and obviousness\nOffice action.\n\nAudience: Business owners who are either contemplating securing intellectual property or already own intellectual property.\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina SBDC\,\, Stephen Koziol\, Assistant Director of the Western Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office \nStephen (Steve) Koziol is the Assistant Regional Director of the Western Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office. Mr. Koziol joined the USPTO in 2007 as a patent examiner\, and has managed teams of examiners in the computer graphics and digital imaging fields.  Prior to his move to the West Coast\, Mr. Koziol worked in the Rocky Mountain regional office of the USPTO in Denver\, CO\, where he led the design and implementation of various intellectual property outreach and education programs. He has also focused on the development of patent-specific programs within the USPTO\, including the Post-Grant Outcomes program\, AIA First Inventor to File implementation\, AIPLA Partnering in Patents\, and patent operations cost and fee modeling.
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/patent-basics-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220302T190846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T182216Z
UID:5390-1651752000-1651755600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Build a Business That Grows!!!: Start a Business\, Get Funds\, and Learn About Our B2B Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:AERO is Arizona’s B2B marketplace that connects you with local Arizona talent ready to offer their services or businesses in need of your expertise.  \nWhether you are a local service provider or small business seeking support for your projects such as website development\, social media\, marketing\, financial and business planning\, and more\, the AERO platform is for you.  \n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a service provider:\n\nFind new customers and expand your portfolio\nWork on off-the-shelf projects and get paid a stipend of up to $1\,200\nGrow your local business network\n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a small business seeking support:\n\nAccess support for your ideas and the talent to get it done at no cost to you\nSource fresh ideas and access the support to implement them quickly\nBuild a foundation for sustainable growth to help you stay ahead of the game\n\n\nJoin us in this demonstration and workshop to get you started on AERO! \n\nDuring the event\, the AZSBDC team will also provide an overview of our start-up resources so if you are ready to start a business\, we can help you kick start the process with No-Cost counseling. \nFinally\, our AZSBDC Money Team will be sharing information about their No-Cost services to get you prepared and ready for lending\, and we’ll have a Lender on hand to talk with you about funding opportunities. \nThis is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to get the resources\, tools\, and support you need to Build a Business That Grows! \nSpeaker(s): Yolanda A. Facio\, Maricopa SDBC Business Analyst \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/build-a-business-that-grows-start-a-business-get-funds-and-learn-about-our-b2b-marketplace/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220411T165614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T165614Z
UID:5438-1652176800-1652182200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Angel Investing: Pandemic Disruption Creates New Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard the term Angel Investor? Looking for Investor Capital? Understanding who Angel Investors are and what makes them tick can be the difference between getting your startup funded or not. The current environment caused by the pandemic has provided some unique opportunities and challenges. \nTopics include:\n• The sequence of equity investing\n• Insights into the impact of the Pandemic on early-stage investing\n• The difference between Angel and Venture Capital and when they each are applicable.\n• Profile Angel Investors and their mindset thus enabling smooth engagements.\n• Angel Investor’s ROI and time horizon expectations so that your venture’s “asks” aligns with their expectations.\n• How Startups are valued thereby increasing your chances of closing a deal with Angels\n• The Angel Group Investment Process \nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/angel-investing-pandemic-disruption-creates-new-opportunities-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220411T165814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T165814Z
UID:5440-1652868000-1652871600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google business profile from start to finish.In this session we’ll show you how to:+ Create or claim your Google Business Profile+ Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps+ Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers \nSpeaker(s): Israel Serna\, Grow With Google
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220525T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220525T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220411T170003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T170003Z
UID:5442-1653463800-1653465600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Coffee Break: What Affects Your Credit Score?
DESCRIPTION:We’ll examine the key components that drive your personal credit score. Buy now\, pay later charges are now being added to your credit history. We’ll review how credit scores can impact the ability of your business to borrow. \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Richard Spears\, Maricopa SBDC Business Analyst
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/coffee-break-what-affects-your-credit-score/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220428T172500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T191516Z
UID:5456-1653559200-1653562800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Employee Retention Tax Credit
DESCRIPTION:The participants will have a better understanding of what Employee Retention Tax Credit is and to help them figure out if they qualify and the steps to getting their ERTC refund from the IRS. \nTopics include: Employee Retention Tax Credit \nAudience:\nSmall Business Owners \nSpeaker(s): Cheryl Pahl\nJeffrey Mohlman\, CTS\, CDFA
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/employee-retention-tax-credit-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220504T164055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T164342Z
UID:5462-1654171200-1654174800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Build a Business That Grows!!!: Start a Business\, Get Funds\, and Learn About Our B2B Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:AERO is Arizona’s B2B marketplace that connects you with local Arizona talent ready to offer their services or businesses in need of your expertise. \nWhether you are a local service provider or small business seeking support for your projects such as website development\, social media\, marketing\, financial and business planning\, and more\, the AERO platform is for you. \n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a service provider:\n\nFind new customers and expand your portfolio\nWork on off-the-shelf projects and get paid a stipend of up to $1\,200\nGrow your local business network\n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a small business seeking support:\n\nAccess support for your ideas and the talent to get it done at no cost to you\nSource fresh ideas and access the support to implement them quickly\nBuild a foundation for sustainable growth to help you stay ahead of the game\n\n\nJoin us in this demonstration and workshop to get you started on AERO! \n\nDuring the event\, the AZSBDC team will also provide an overview of our start-up resources so if you are ready to start a business\, we can help you kick start the process with No-Cost counseling. \nFinally\, our AZSBDC Money Team will be sharing information about their No-Cost services to get you prepared and ready for lending\, and we’ll have a Lender on hand to talk with you about funding opportunities. \nThis is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to get the resources\, tools\, and support you need to Build a Business That Grows! \nSpeaker(s): \nYolanda A. Facio\, Maricopa SDBC Business Analyst \nCJ Johnson\, AZSBDC Network Funding Outreach Specialist \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/build-a-business-that-grows-start-a-business-get-funds-and-learn-about-our-b2b-marketplace-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220607T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220426T205311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T153352Z
UID:5449-1654596000-1654601400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:SBIR Overview: How to Leverage America’s Seed Fund
DESCRIPTION:Fundraising can be extremely challenging in the current pandemic environment. The SBIR program is the nation’s largest source of early-stage/high-risk funding for start-ups and small businesses. The highly competitive SBIR program encourages domestic small businesses to engage in federal research and research development (R&D) that has the potential for commercialization. SBIR enables small businesses to explore technological potential and provides the incentive to profit from its commercialization . Join us and learn how to fund your innovation-based startup using non-dilutive seed capital provided by the federal government \nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina\, SBDC Business Analyst Bob Mucci PTAC\, Kyle Hohmann
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sbir-overview-how-to-leverage-americas-seed-fund/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220615T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220426T205809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T173714Z
UID:5451-1655287200-1655290800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Make Your Website Work for For You
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re launching a new website or sprucing up an old one\, this workshop will help you learn how to get the most out of your site. In this presentation\, you will discover how to create a search-friendly website that goes beyond just great design. Learn the fundamentals and characteristics of a great website: + Creating a goal oriented website to help with business objectives. + Creating and keeping an organized website that offers a great user experience. + Creating content that captivates customers and keeps them coming back + Understanding how search works and how to optimize your site for higher ranking + And how to measure the success of your website with tools like Google Analytics. About the presenter: Israel is a Grow With Google Professional Speaker and has spent the last 15 years working in various roles within the public and private sector\, across various industries – including the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, the Specialty Coffee Association\, Constant Contact and other eCommerce Software as a Service (SaaS) companies while serving several multicultural communities along the way. Israel takes pride in having the opportunity to organize and speak at hundreds of industry conferences on topics related to eCommerce\, Social Media Marketing\, Job Skill Trainings\, and Resume Building. \n  \nSpeaker(s): Israel Serna\, Grow With Google \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/make-your-website-work-for-for-you/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220602T174148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T174148Z
UID:5476-1655892000-1655895600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Marketing and Sales\n\nGain an understanding of marketing’s role in your business\, the 6 P’s of Marketing\, your positioning in the marketplace\, and why your customers choose you over the competition. By the end of this session\, you will understand how marketing touches all aspects of your business regardless of size\, from sole proprietors who wear many hats\, to marketing professionals within larger organizations. You will also gain insight about your business positioning and why your customers choose to do business with you. Handouts and worksheets will be provided. Topics include: Definition of marketing Marketing’s role in your business Customer focused positioning Audience: Solo proprietors\, business owners and key staff\, marketing professionals within larger organizations with more than 10 employees. \nSpeaker(s): Jeri Denniston\, SBDC Business Analyst \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/marketing-your-business-session-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220602T175316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T175435Z
UID:5478-1656489600-1656522000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business – Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Begin creating a marketing plan following a simple 5-step process that links to your organization’s bottom line and overall goals. \nBy the end of this session\, you will have started a marketing plan that ties to your organization’s overall business goals. You will list desired outcomes\, set measurable goals\, identify external environmental changes that may impact your plan\, start a SWOT\, and list at least one key strategy to implement in the next 3 months. Handouts and worksheets will be provided. \nTopics include:\n5-Step Marketing Plan\nExternal Environmental Scan\nSWOT\nStrategies and Actions \nSpeaker(s): Jeri Denniston\, Business Analyst\, Maricopa SBDC \nRegister Here! 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/marketing-your-business-session-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220706T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220609T183044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T183112Z
UID:5485-1657101600-1657105200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business – Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Gain an understanding of your ideal customer and where to find more like them. Learn how to engage them through digital marketing strategies. \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to identify key characteristics about your ideal customer and their buying habits. You will some best practices to engage your ideal customers online and through traditional marketing. Handouts and worksheets will be provided. \nTopics include:\nTarget market\nIdeal Customer Persona\nCustomer engagement best practices \nAudience:\nSolo proprietors\, business owners and key staff\, marketing professionals within larger organizations with more than 10 employees.\nFacilitator/Speakers (if there will be a guest speaker\, provide guest speaker email address\, social media handles bio\, and headshot of the guest speaker): \nSpeaker(s): Jeri Denniston\, Business Analyst. Maricopa SBDC \nRegister here: 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/marketing-your-business-session-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220707T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220504T165738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T165813Z
UID:5466-1657195200-1657198800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Build a Business That Grows!!!: Start a Business\, Get Funds\, and Learn About Our B2B Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:AERO is Arizona’s B2B marketplace that connects you with local Arizona talent ready to offer their services or businesses in need of your expertise. \nWhether you are a local service provider or small business seeking support for your projects such as website development\, social media\, marketing\, financial and business planning\, and more\, the AERO platform is for you. \n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a service provider:\n\nFind new customers and expand your portfolio\nWork on off-the-shelf projects and get paid a stipend of up to $1\,200\nGrow your local business network\n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a small business seeking support:\n\nAccess support for your ideas and the talent to get it done at no cost to you\nSource fresh ideas and access the support to implement them quickly\nBuild a foundation for sustainable growth to help you stay ahead of the game\n\n\nJoin us in this demonstration and workshop to get you started on AERO! \n\nDuring the event\, the AZSBDC team will also provide an overview of our start-up resources so if you are ready to start a business\, we can help you kick start the process with No-Cost counseling. \nFinally\, our AZSBDC Money Team will be sharing information about their No-Cost services to get you prepared and ready for lending\, and we’ll have a Lender on hand to talk with you about funding opportunities. \nThis is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to get the resources\, tools\, and support you need to Build a Business That Grows! \nSpeaker(s): \nYolanda A. Facio\, Maricopa SDBC Business Analyst \nCJ Johnson\, AZSBDC Network Funding Outreach Specialist \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/build-a-business-that-grows-start-a-business-get-funds-and-learn-about-our-b2b-marketplace-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220713T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220613T041348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T041503Z
UID:5490-1657706400-1657710000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Canva - a Graphic Design Tool for Anyone
DESCRIPTION:Gain an understanding of marketing’s role in your business\, the 6 P’s of Marketing\, your positioning in the marketplace\, and why your customers choose you over the competition. \nBy the end of this session\, you will understand how marketing touches all aspects of your business regardless of size\, from sole proprietors who wear many hats\, to marketing professionals within larger organizations. You will also gain insight about your business positioning and why your customers choose to do business with you. Handouts and worksheets will be provided. \nTopics include: \n\nDefinition of marketing\nMarketing’s role in your business\nCustomer focused positioning\n\n  \nAudience: \nSolo proprietors\, business owners and key staff\, marketing professionals within larger organizations with more than 10 employees. \n  \nSpeaker(s): Jeri Denniston\, Maricopa SBDC Business Analyst \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/canva-a-graphic-design-tool-for-anyone/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220720T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220426T210521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T204502Z
UID:5453-1658311200-1658314800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Researching and Selecting Markets
DESCRIPTION:In order to identify your potential customers overseas\, and build a solid foundation for your export businesses\, you will need to know how to define your target market. \nUtilizing best practices\, and the correct tools\, to conduct market research can both save you time & energy\, and achieve effective results. \nJoin this free webinar\, and we will share some free\, fantastic research tools\, and teach you how to find your ideal target market\, step-by-step. \nFormat: Webinar\nTopics include:\na. How to find the best supplies suitable for your business.\nb. Do you have the correct packages and labels? \nc. How Maricopa SBDC can help beginners in the export business. \nSpeaker(s): Yanxin Laisure-Pool Maricopa SBDC Business Advisor\nTom Fulcher\, Maricopa SBDC Business Advisor \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/researching-and-selecting-markets/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220721T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220713T214815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T214815Z
UID:5516-1658397600-1658401200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:***RESCHEDULED: Marketing Your Business – Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Gain an understanding of your ideal customer and where to find more like them. Learn how to engage them through digital marketing strategies.By the end of this session\, you will be able to identify key characteristics about your ideal customer and their buying habits. You will some best practices to engage your ideal customers online and through traditional marketing. Handouts and worksheets will be provided. \nTopics include:  \n  \n\nTarget market\nIdeal Customer\nPersonaCustomer engagement best practices\n\n  \nSpeaker(s): Jeri Denniston\, Business Analyst. Maricopa SBDC \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/rescheduled-marketing-your-business-session-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220810T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220628T174431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T174505Z
UID:5497-1660125600-1660129200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Simple Steps for Exiting your Business: Part 1 – Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:The statistics on businesses surviving through multiple generations are disconcerting. Just making it to the second generation is a milestone event for a business. \n  \nThat may be because few business owners put plans in place to help ensure a seamless transition of their businesses when the time comes. That includes planning for both a voluntary exit\, such as retirement\, or involuntary exit\, such as death or disability. \n  \nSimple Steps for Exiting your Business: Part 1 – Succession Planning reviews the things you may want to consider when putting a business succession plan in place. \n\nUnderstand your exit options\nKnow the true value of the business*\nSelect and prepare your chosen successor\n\nSpeaker(s):  Jonathan Mabb\, Financial Services RepresentativeJeremy Cook\, Certified Financial Planner \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/simple-steps-for-exiting-your-business-part-1-succession-planning/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220817T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220628T195111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T195111Z
UID:5501-1660730400-1660777200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Simple Steps for Exiting your Business: Part 2 – Retirement Planning
DESCRIPTION:The statistics on businesses surviving through multiple generations are disconcerting. Just making it to the second generation is a milestone event for a business. That may be because few business owners put plans in place to help ensure a seamless transition of their businesses when the time comes. That includes planning for both a voluntary exit\, such as retirement\, or involuntary exit\, such as death or disability. Simple Steps for Exiting your Business: Part 1 – Succession Planning reviews the things you may want to consider when putting a business succession plan in place. Understand your exit options Know the true value of the business* Select and prepare your chosen successor \nSpeaker(s): Jonathan Mabb\, Financial Services Representative Jeremy Cook\, Certified Financial Planner \nFee: No Cost \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/simple-steps-for-exiting-your-business-part-2-retirement-planning/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220824T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220628T202438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T202438Z
UID:5503-1661335200-1661338800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Simple Steps for Exiting your Business: Part 3 – Estate Planning - 8/24/2022
DESCRIPTION:For many people\, estate planning is a collection of documents (Wills\, healthcare proxies\, powers-of-attorney) that help their loved ones better manage after they are no longer here.For a business owner like yourself\, your estate plan must be more because the value of the business – likely your largest asset — is also included in your estate. This can make estate planning a critical component of your exit strategy.Simple Steps for Exiting your Business: Part 3 – Estate Planning helps business owners understand what their estate plan should consider:Estate reductionEstate liquidityEstate equalizationBusiness value \nSpeaker(s): Jonathan Mabb\, Financial Services RepresentativeJeremy Cook\, Certified Financial Planner \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/simple-steps-for-exiting-your-business-part-3-estate-planning-8-24-2022/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220915T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220711T223634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T223634Z
UID:5508-1663236000-1663241400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Trademark Basics - What Every Small Business Should Know Now\, Not Later
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration?  Join USPTO trademark advising attorney Jason Lott for a discussion about what all entrepreneurs\, small businesses\, and start-ups should know about trademarks. \nObjectives: \n\nDifference between trademark\, patent\, copyright\, domain name\, and business name.\nKey to creating a protectable trademark\nImportance of a comprehensive trademark search\nRegistering your trademark with the USPTO\nHow to get free and reduced-price legal assistance\nBenefits of federal trademark registration\n\nTopics include: \n\nHow trademarks\, copyrights\, patents\, domain names\, and business name registrations all differ\nThe benefits of federal trademark registration\nWhy it is important for any new business to select a trademark that will be both federally registrable and legally protectable\nCritical factors to consider when choosing a mark\nThe importance of doing a complete search and whether an attorney should be used\nThe USPTO’s role in the federal registration process\nHow to get free and reduced-price legal help when applying for registration\n\nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina SBDC\, : Jason Lott\, Attorney Advisor for Trademark Educational Outreach\, United States Patent and Trademark Office \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/trademark-basics-what-every-small-business-should-know-now-not-later-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220919T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220810T232427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T215755Z
UID:5532-1663610400-1663615800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Set Your Business Up for Success
DESCRIPTION:How you structure your business from day one will go a long way towards your ultimate success. An unintended mistake could result in unnecessary costs and unproductive use of time when you can least afford it. This workshop covers everything from choosing a business entity\, hiring employees to setting up useful financial documents. It will serve as a road map to your grand opening! \nSpeaker(s): Mike Bull\, SBDC Business Analyst \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/set-your-business-up-for-success/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220711T223920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T223950Z
UID:5510-1663754400-1663759800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Angel Investors and What Makes Them Tick
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard the term Angel Investor? Looking for Investor Capital? Understanding who Angel Investors are and what makes them tick can be the difference between getting your startup funded or not. \nObjectives (What will participants know and/or be able to do after attending): \n\n\n Understand if they are candidate for potential Angel investment \n\n\n Highlight the opportunities and challenges of the current environment \n\n\nAppreciate Angel Investor’s ROI and time horizon \n\n\nIntroduction to the demographics of Angel Investors \n\n\nIdentification of available resources \n\n\nExposure to Angel Group Investment Process and engagement model \n\n\n  \nTopics include: \n\n\nThe sequence of equity investing \n\n\nInsights into the impact of the Pandemic on early stage investing \n\n\nThe difference between Angel and Venture Capital and when they each are applicable. \n\n\nProfile Angel Investors and their mindset thus enabling smooth engagements. \n\n\nAngel Investor’s ROI and time horizon expectations so that your venture’s “asks” aligns with their expectations. \n\n\nHow Startups are valued thereby increasing your chances of closing a deal with Angels \n\n\nThe Angel Group Investment Process \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina\, SBDC Business Analyst \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/angel-investors-and-what-makes-them-tick-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220804T231927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T201508Z
UID:5530-1664964000-1664967600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Learn tips and tools to use to create and implement your social media marketing strategy. \nBy the end of this session\, you will understand what to include in your social media plan\, how to do keyword research\, and why and how to develop a content strategy for each platform to grow your followers. You will also learn some key tips to maximize your social profiles in order to show up more frequently in online searches and stimulate engagement. We will cover specific tips for Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Instagram\, and Twitter. Handouts and worksheets will be provided. \nTopics include:\nSocial media marketing plan\nContent strategy development\nMaximizing social profiles\nTools and tips \nSpeaker(s): Jeri Denniston\, Maricopa SBDC Business Analyst
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/social-media-marketing-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221012T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220804T222052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T222102Z
UID:5528-1665568800-1665574200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:SBIR Overview: How to Leverage America’s Seed Fund
DESCRIPTION:Fundraising can be extremely challenging in the current pandemic environment. The SBIR program is the nation’s largest source of early stage/high risk funding for start-ups and small businesses.\nThe highly competitive SBIR program encourages domestic small businesses to engage in federal research and research development (R&D) that has the potential for commercialization. SBIR enables small businesses to explore technological potential and provides the incentive to profit from its commercialization \nJoin us and learn how to fund your innovation-based startup using non-dilutive seed capital provided by the federal government. \nIdentify if your company is a candidate for SBIR/STTR funding\nReview of the start capital landscape and how SBIR funding fits in\nUnderstand the basics of the SBIR/STTR programs.\nAppreciate the emphasis on commercialization. \nTopics include:\nThe startup capital landscape\nSBIR/STTR program goals\nIdentification of participating agencies\nThe differences between SBIR’s and STTR’s\nIdentification of the three-phase process\nArizona Fast Grant Initiatives\nAvailability community resources that can assist \nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina\, SBDC Business Analyst Bob Mucci PTAC\, Kyle Hohmann \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sbir-overview-how-to-leverage-americas-seed-fund-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220711T224409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T224409Z
UID:5512-1666173600-1666177200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Tariff Classifications - Understanding Tariffs and Duties
DESCRIPTION:Before you export a product or service\, it’s very important to understand your destination country’s tariffs and duties. These costs can have significant impact\, and should be an integral part of your pricing strategy. You won’t be able to maximize your profits if you do not fully understand how the tariffs and duties are being assessed! \n  \nJoin this free webinar\, and we will guide through creating a formula to calculate your overall costs\, including tariffs and duties\, in order to develop a comprehensive pricing strategy for going global. \nTopics include: \n  \n\n\n\n\n\na. The free public resources available for international trade companies. \nb. Formulas for calculating duty.\n\n\n\nc. How Maricopa SBDC can help beginners in the export business. \n  \nAudience:  \nAnyone involved in the export of products or services\, and any others who may have interest in this topic. \nSpeaker(s): Yanxin Laisure-Pool Maricopa SBDC Business Advisor\nTom Fulcher\, Maricopa SBDC Business Advisor \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/tariff-classifications-understanding-tariffs-and-duties/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20220801T212859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T212859Z
UID:5524-1667988000-1667991600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:International Finance - Payments and Terms
DESCRIPTION:When you are exporting a product or service\, getting paid is of primary importance! Therefore\, knowing how to protect yourself against non-payments and delinquency becomes critical.  \nQuestions to ask are: Are there any ways for you to avoid these potential risks? What is the safest method for collecting payment? Is there insurance available for non-payment?  \nJoin this free webinar\, and you will get answers to these questions. Our experts will share our knowledge regarding how to get paid on time from your foreign buyers.  \nTopics include: \n\n\n\na. Determining what the best payment terms are for your business. \nb. Non-payment insurance\, and how to use it. \n\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Yanxin Laisure-Pool\, Business Analyst\nTom Fulcher\, Business Analyst \n  \nRegister here! 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/international-finance-payments-and-terms/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230104T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112544
CREATED:20230104T152807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T154639Z
UID:5647-1672822800-1672830000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:SBA Loan Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Learn about SBA’s lending role and how to prepare a request for capital. Come to this FREE monthly clinic to understand credit requirements\, interest rates\, collateral terms\, and amounts available. Find sources of capital to start or grow your business. Learn how to approach a lender\, find bankers interested in your needs\, and improve your chances of success.\nREGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED. ONLINE ONLY. \n+1 202-765-1264 United States\, Washington DC (Toll)\nConference ID: 837 909 022#
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sba-loan-clinic-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
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