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UID:5905-1691575200-1691578800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Designing with Canva
DESCRIPTION:Creating marketing materials can be easy with Canva.com. While it helps to have an eye for design\, the Canva tool makes it fairly easy to create flyers\, social posts\, business cards\, logos and so much more. There are hundreds of templates to choose from as well as free and premium images you can use. In this webinar\, participants will learn how to use this online tool and understand what’s available in the free vs. premium plan.\nTopics include:\nUnderstanding the free vs. premium features\nFinding templates for social posts\, cover images\, and profile images\nHow to upload an image from their computer\nCreating a brand style guide\nHow to identify their correct brand colors\nHow to use the text to image AI tool \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/designing-with-canva/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230105T222430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T222430Z
UID:5682-1693990800-1693998000@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-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230920T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230802T154335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T163507Z
UID:5951-1695204000-1695209400@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): \nLou Farina\, SBDC Business Analyst \nRobert Mucci\, PTAC \nJill Howard\, AZ Commerce Authority \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sbir-overview-how-to-leverage-americas-seed-fund-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230105T222712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T222712Z
UID:5684-1696410000-1696417200@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-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230329T211011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T205103Z
UID:5841-1697018400-1697022000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business-Session 1
DESCRIPTION:The 6 P’s of Marketing\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. \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\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/marketing-your-business-session-1-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230329T231013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T194349Z
UID:5845-1697623200-1697626800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business-Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Plan is a 4-Letter Word\nBegin 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: \n\n5-Step Marketing Plan\nExternal Environmental Scan\nSWOT\nStrategies and Actions\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/marketing-your-business-session-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231025T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230330T212207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T205636Z
UID:5849-1698228000-1698231600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Your Business-Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Your Target Market\nGain 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\nTarget Market\nIdeal Customer Persona\nCustomer Engagement Best Practices\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/marketing-your-business-session-3-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230105T222922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T222947Z
UID:5686-1698829200-1698836400@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-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230817T162453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T164040Z
UID:5960-1698832800-1698836400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Exporting to Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
DESCRIPTION:Exporting to Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) \nSoutheast Asian countries make up the United States’ fourth-largest goods trading partner\, and together represent a market with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of more than $3 trillion and a population of 667 million people. Are you eager to expand your business reach to the dynamic ASEAN market\, with a focus on Singapore? Our comprehensive “Exporting to ASEAN – Singapore” program is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and strategies to successfully navigate the complexities of international trade and capitalize on the opportunities presented by the Singapore market \nObjective \nTo disseminate fundamental marketing insights\, share valuable capital resources\, and provide essential export documentation to entrepreneurs\, business proprietors\, export managers\, and individuals aspiring to enhance their market presence within the ASEAN region. Attendees will gain knowledge in: \n\nDevelop a deep understanding of the ASEAN business landscape\, with a specific emphasis on Singapore’s economic and cultural dynamics.\nGain an overview of the diverse funding options available to exporters\, including grants\, loans\, equity financing\, and government-backed programs.\nLearn the intricacies of export regulations\, customs procedures\, and compliance requirements when trading with Singapore.\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/exporting-to-association-of-southeast-asian-nations-asean/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230831T202630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T202630Z
UID:5976-1699437600-1699441200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Managing Your Business Bookkeeping
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Business Accounting and Budget\n\nWho will benefit: \nThis training is will address key areas of the importance of bookkeeping for those who are getting ready to start a business or those who are in their early stage of owning/managing a business. \nObjectives: \nAttendees will learn why it’s important to track all income and expenses and what their responsibility as an owner is. They will learn what options are available for bookkeeping and a task timeline to keep their financial records up to date and in order. \nSpeaker Lisa Card\, Maricopa Business Analyst \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/managing-your-business-bookkeeping-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20231109T191646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T191646Z
UID:5993-1701248400-1701252000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Protect Your Business and Yourself-Scams and Tax-Related Identity Theft
DESCRIPTION:Identity theft is an ongoing concern for both businesses and individuals. Awareness of tax-related scams and how to identify and report them is crucial to building a resilient business. \nOur guest speaker\, Lisa Novack from the IRS will share information and resources you can use to help mitigate your identity theft risks both for your business and as an individual. \nIn this session you will learn: \n\nIdentity theft information for businesses\nCommon tax-related identity theft scams and signs\nMethods for reporting tax-related Identity Theft\nHow to use the IRS Identity Protection Personal Identification Number Program\nAbout resources to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft\n\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Lisa Novack\, Senior Stakeholder Liaison\, IRS Communications and Liaison Outreach \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/protect-your-business-and-yourself-scams-and-tax-related-identity-theft/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20230105T223200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T223336Z
UID:5688-1701853200-1701860400@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/5688/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20231206T203916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T234321Z
UID:5997-1706695200-1706700600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Alternatives for Funding Your Early-Stage Venture Part 1
DESCRIPTION:What are my options?\nIf you are an early-stage company\, finding the funding for your venture is one of the most tricky hurdles to overcome. There are a variety of ways you can find funding\, and a variety of organizations\, people\, and resources available to you. What options are right for you? Where should you even start? We designed this webinar to be an insightful overview of the various options available to your venture. This webinar is Part 1 in a two-part series. Part two will include additional topics: Competitions SBIR/STTR\, Angel Investors\, Strategic Investors\, Venture Capital and Corporate Ventures Participants understand the multitude of options for early-stage companies looking obtain funding to start or expand their business. The main aim of this webinar will be to provide a high level overview of the funding landscape while focusing on the pros and cons of each topic.   Topics include:\n Self Funding\nGrants\nFriends & Family\n Debt\n Crowdfunding\n Incubators/Accelerators\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/alternatives-for-funding-your-early-stage-venture-part-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240207T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20231206T213252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T213252Z
UID:5999-1707300000-1707348600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Alternatives to Financing Your Early-Stage Venture Pt. 2
DESCRIPTION:If you are an early-stage company\, finding the funding for your venture is one of the most tricky hurdles to overcome. There are a variety of ways you can find funding\, and a variety of organizations\, people\, and resources available to you. What options are right for you? Where should you even start? We designed this webinar to be an insightful overview of the various options available to your venture. \nThis webinar is Part 2 in a two-part series. Part 1 will be delivered on 01/31/2024 and include Self Funding\, Grants \, Friends & Family\, Debt\, Crowdfunding\, Incubators/Accelerators\nParticipants understand the multitude of options for early-stage companies looking obtain funding to start or expand their business. The main aim of this webinar will be to provide a high level overview of the funding landscape while focusing on the pros and cons of each topic. \nTopics include: \n• Competitions\n• SBIR/STTR\n• Angel Investors\n• Strategic Investors\n• Venture Capital\n• Corporate Venture \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/alternatives-to-financing-your-early-stage-venture-pt-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240229T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240229T111500
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240118T183531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T183703Z
UID:6002-1709200800-1709205300@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:How to Export Machinery and Equipment from AZ
DESCRIPTION:In 2022\, the value of Arizona’s exports reached $27.3 billion\, reflecting a notable 13.3% increase compared to the previous year. By November 2023\, exports maintained a substantial value at $26.5 billion. Notably\, electrical machinery and equipment\, along with parts\, claimed the top position among these exports. After attending this session\, participants will better understand how to research and potentially export equipment along with parts overseas. Experts from the Maricopa SBDC\, EXIM Bank and an Arizona equipment exporter will share resources\, guidance\, and support to help small businesses navigate these markets and take advantage of export opportunities. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/how-to-export-machinery-and-equipment-from-az/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240410T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240320T180708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T185833Z
UID:6031-1712743200-1712746800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Soup Pt 1-Measure\, Understand\, Get it Done!
DESCRIPTION:Profit Soup\nThis webinar provides the Orientation to Profit Soup Online financial courses that includes information on: \nCourse 201 – Measure\, Understand\, Get it Done! \nCourse 202 – Financial Statements: Where the Story of your Business is Told \nEach day you make decisions and choices to resolve the crisis of the moment\, and each of those decisions and choices affect the future of your business. With all the distractions\, how do you know you’re doing the things that build business value? Your income statement and balance sheet summarize all of the business activities in terms of dollars and cents. They’re not just for tax returns. Think of financial statements as the way the business keeps score on the management team. They are the go-to source of information for bankers in their loan approval process and for consultants charged with improving your business. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-soup-pt-1-measure-understand-get-it-done/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240320T190052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T190052Z
UID:6033-1713952800-1713956400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Soup Pt 2-Financial Statements: Where the Story of your Business is Told
DESCRIPTION:Profit Soup Part 2\nThis webinar provides the Orientation to Profit Soup Online financial courses that includes information on: \nCourse 201 – Measure\, Understand\, Get it Done! \nCourse 202 – Financial Statements: Where the Story of your Business is Told \nEach day you make decisions and choices to resolve the crisis of the moment\, and each of those decisions and choices affect the future of your business. With all the distractions\, how do you know you’re doing the things that build business value? Your income statement and balance sheet summarize all of the business activities in terms of dollars and cents. They’re not just for tax returns. Think of financial statements as the way the business keeps score on the management team. They are the go-to source of information for bankers in their loan approval process and for consultants charged with improving your business \n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-soup-pt-2-financial-statements-where-the-story-of-your-business-is-told/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240328T225612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T225612Z
UID:6037-1714982400-1715360400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:U.S. Commercial Service Export Week
DESCRIPTION:About Export Week\nIn celebration of World Trade Month\, the U.S. Commercial Service will host a number of export sessions during the first week of May as well as throughout the month! The sessions\, led by both private and public sector experts\, will feature tradecraft programs and industry focused opportunities. Many of the programs are being offered free of charge and you can choose as many as you’d like to attend. Whether you are new-to-export or an experienced exporter\, Export Week will provide valuable information on forward thinking strategies and invaluable resources to increase your global sales. \nClick HERE for more information
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/u-s-commercial-service-export-week/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240226T194905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T194936Z
UID:6025-1717581600-1717585200@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. \nTopics include: • The startup capital landscape • SBIR/STTR program goals • Identification of participating agencies • The differences between SBIR’s and STTR’s • Identification of the three-phase process • Arizona Fast Grant Initiatives • Availability of community resources that can assist \nSpeakers:\nLou Farina\, SBDC | Bob Mucci\, APEX Accelerators | \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/6025/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240506T230346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T230346Z
UID:6047-1718186400-1718190000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Introducing the FICO SBSS Score-Understand how your Business Credit Works!
DESCRIPTION:Discover the power of the FICO SBSS Score for your business. Learn its significance\, how it’s calculated\, and strategies to boost your score. Elevate your business’s lending potential today by mastering the FICO SBSS Score.\n*SBSS stands for Small Business Scoring Service\, which is a data analytics company that specializes in business credit scoring services.\nFICO scores stands for Fair Isaac Corporation\, which is a data analytics company that specializes in Personal credit scoring services. \nThis program is designed for SBDC Clients whether launching a new business or are an existing business seeking future funding. This program is also excellent for professional development for SBDC counselors and lenders. Elevate your entrepreneurial acumen and equip SBDC counselors and lenders with invaluable insights for professional development. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/introducing-the-fico-sbss-score-understand-how-your-business-credit-works/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240710T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240522T202712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T151613Z
UID:6050-1720605600-1720611000@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): \nUnderstand if they are candidate for potential Angel investment \nHighlight the opportunities and challenges of the current environment \nAppreciate Angel Investor’s ROI and time horizon \nIntroduction to the demographics of Angel Investors \nIdentification of available resources \nExposure to Angel Group Investment Process and engagement model \nTopics include: \nThe sequence of equity investing \nInsights into the impact of the Pandemic on early stage investing \nThe difference between Angel and Venture Capital and when they each are applicable. \nProfile Angel Investors and their mindset thus enabling smooth engagements. \nAngel Investor’s ROI and time horizon expectations so that your venture’s “asks” aligns with their expectations. \nHow Startups are valued thereby increasing your chances of closing a deal with Angels \nThe Angel Group Investment Process \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/angel-investors-and-what-makes-them-tick-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240529T205401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T151829Z
UID:6053-1721815200-1721818800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:How to Export Services from Arizona
DESCRIPTION:How to Export Services from Arizona \nService is the fastest-growing export just about everywhere. The U.S. is the largest single-country services exporter\, and depending on whether you believe the U.S. International Trade Commission or the International Trade Centre\, in 2022\, the United States exported $928.5 billion in services\, a 16.4% increase from 2021. In 2023\, the US exported $1\,002.8 billion in services\, which was a $74.2 billion increase from 2022. Service exports can include various activities such as transportation\, tourism\, telecommunications\, financial and insurance\, computer and information services\, business and professional services\, and many others.\nJoin our free webinar\, How to export services from Arizona\, to learn how you can join this fast-growing market and determine your service export potential with our SBDC \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/how-to-export-services-from-arizona/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240220T230518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T155720Z
UID:6016-1726653600-1726657200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Alternatives for Financing Your Early-Stage Venture Pt. 1
DESCRIPTION:What are my options?\nIf you are an early-stage company\, finding the funding for your venture is one of the most tricky hurdles to overcome. There are a variety of ways you can find funding\, and a variety of organizations\, people\, and resources available to you. What options are right for you? Where should you even start? We designed this webinar to be an insightful overview of the various options available to your venture. This webinar is Part 1 in a two-part series. Please register separately for part two on Sept. 25th. Part two will include additional topics: Competitions SBIR/STTR\, Angel Investors\, Strategic Investors\, Venture Capital and Corporate Ventures Participants understand the multitude of options for early-stage companies looking obtain funding to start or expand their business. The main aim of this webinar will be to provide a high level overview of the funding landscape while focusing on the pros and cons of each topic. Topics include: * Self Funding * Grants * Friends & Family * Debt * Crowdfunding * Incubators/Accelerators \n\nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina\, Business Analyst\, Maricopa Small Business Development Center \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/alternatives-for-financing-your-early-stage-venture-pt-1/
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:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240220T231955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T155557Z
UID:6019-1727258400-1727263800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Alternatives for Financing Your Early Stage Venture Pt 2
DESCRIPTION:If you are an early-stage company\, finding the funding for your venture is one of the most tricky hurdles to overcome. There are a variety of ways you can find funding\, and a variety of organizations\, people\, and resources available to you. What options are right for you? Where should you even start? We designed this webinar to be an insightful overview of the various options available to your venture. \nThis in-person is Part 2 in a two-part series. Part 1 will be delivered on 09/18/2024 and include Self Funding\, Grants \, Friends & Family\, Debt\, Crowdfunding\, Incubators/Accelerators Participants understand the multitude of options for early-stage companies looking obtain funding to start or expand their business. The main aim of this webinar will be to provide a high level overview of the funding landscape while focusing on the pros and cons of each topic. \nTopics include: \n• Competitions • SBIR/STTR • Angel Investors • Strategic Investors • Venture Capital • Corporate Venture \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/alternatives-for-financing-your-early-stage-venture-pt-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:20241002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241002T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240702T154356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T154902Z
UID:6067-1727863200-1727868600@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 \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sbir-overview-how-to-leverage-americas-seed-fund-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241003T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240829T180722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T210557Z
UID:6079-1727956800-1727960400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready to Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Webinar \nFind out what the SBDC does and how to best interact with your counselor. This class is intended for those not yet in business or within the first year. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/get-ready-to-start-your-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241016T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240917T155855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T234741Z
UID:6085-1729098000-1729101600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Start Your Successful Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Find out what the SBDC does and how to best interact with your counselor. This class is intended for those not yet in business or within the first year. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/get-ready-to-start-your-business-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20240917T230145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T230145Z
UID:6089-1729677600-1729683000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Strategic Marketing: Plan for Success
DESCRIPTION:Keep your marketing efforts on track by planning for future success. During this webinar\, you’ll learn how to use the 8-page workbook that will be available for download after the webinar. The workbook will help you clarify your thinking to accomplish the following: \n• set your future desired state\n• get clarity about your ideal customer\n• set measurable stretch goals\n• gain insight into your digital marketing strengths and weaknesses\n• paint a picture of future external opportunities and threats that could affect  your plan\n• list specific strategies and actions to implement to achieve your goals \nBONUS Page 9: 5 questions to determine the viability of a disruptive strategy This plan becomes your working blueprint against which you can measure any disruptions that may attract your and/or your team’s attention causing you to stray off course. Sometimes disruptions are necessary. Sometimes they are distracting with no direct tie to achieving your goals. Having a plan helps you stay the course! \nSpeaker(s): Jeri Denniston-Denner Group International \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/strategic-marketing-plan-for-success/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241030T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20241009T232206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T233350Z
UID:6101-1730278800-1730282400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Start Your Successful Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Starting your business?\nThis In-person class will discuss what the SBDC can do for you and what you will need to effectively communicate with your SBDC advisor. This class is designed for those not yet in business or just starting out. Topics include a basic business plan and start up cost estimation. \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/start-your-successful-small-business/
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:20241106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095157
CREATED:20241015T233308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T233308Z
UID:6112-1730894400-1730898000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Start Your Successful Small Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will discuss what the SBDC can do for you and what you will need to effectively communicate with your assigned SBDC advisor. This class is designed for those not yet in business or within the first year. \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/start-your-successful-small-business-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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