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SUMMARY:"Good Neighbors" Understanding How to Export to Canada and Mexico Pt 2-Mexico
DESCRIPTION:Canada and Mexico are the state’s top two trading partners for Arizona businesses. Arizona\nexports $7.5 billion worth of goods to Canada and $3.3 billion worth to Mexico.\nDoing business in Canada and Mexico can be easier than you might think\, but it’s important to\nunderstand the regulations\, customs\, and cultural differences that may affect your business.\nExperts from the Maricopa SBDC and US Commercial Services will share resources\, guidance\, and\nsupport to help you navigate these markets and take advantage of export opportunities.\nOur Speakers\nCarol Laisure Pool\, Business Analyst\, Maricopa SBDC \nRuth Soberanes\, International Trade Specialist\, U.S. Commercial Service \nTom Fulcher\,  Business Analyst\, Maricopa SBDC \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/good-neighbors-understanding-how-to-export-to-canada-and-mexico-pt-2-mexico/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230427T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230328T161914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T161914Z
UID:5826-1682607600-1682614800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Maricopa Entrepreneur Days-Gateway College-Venture Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Maricopa Entrepreneur Days is presented by the AZSBDC Network and is an opportunity for current or aspiring entrepreneurs\, like you\, to learn about grant opportunities including scholarships and small business development services. This grant is helping to strengthen the small business community in Arizona. Join us at one of our in-person or virtual events to learn more. \nBy attending this event you will learn about: \n\nCollege Scholarships: Learn about scholarships available for students in Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses at any of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges. A Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation staff member will be available to help you apply for scholarships ON. THE. SPOT!\nCourses & Programs: Hear from Maricopa Community College staff and faculty about Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses and programs\, outcomes\, and opportunities. Apply for admissions and enroll in courses with dedicated staff on-site to help!\nExtra-Curricular Involvement: Find out about student clubs\, micro-grant opportunities\, and “shark tank” style pitch competitions that will enrich your learning and accelerate your small business ideas toward success! All college entrepreneur students are eligible to join and win.\nCommunity Resources & AERO Marketplace: Discover the available community resources to launch\, grow\, and expand a small business. Gain insight\, training\, tools\, and expert counseling services from successful business owners at the Maricopa SBDC Center. Sign up as an SBDC client at one of our college events to receive assistance with small business lending and connect you to paid project (gig) work through the AERO Marketplace – the SBDC’s online environment created especially to support entrepreneurs. Let them show you how to get involved. RIGHT. NOW!\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/maricopa-entrepreneur-days-gateway-college-venture-cafe/
LOCATION:Venture Cafe\, 850 N Fifth St/Wexford Bldg\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85003\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230502T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230502T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230328T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T220735Z
UID:5832-1683048600-1683055800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Maricopa Entrepreneur Days-Rio Salado Community College Thomas Campus
DESCRIPTION:Maricopa Entrepreneur Days is presented by the AZSBDC Network and is an opportunity for current or aspiring entrepreneurs\, like you\, to learn about grant opportunities including scholarships and small business development services. This grant is helping to strengthen the small business community in Arizona. Join us at one of our in-person or virtual events to learn more. \nBy attending this event you will learn about: \n\nCollege Scholarships: Learn about scholarships available for students in Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses at any of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges. A Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation staff member will be available to help you apply for scholarships ON. THE. SPOT!\nCourses & Programs: Hear from Maricopa Community College staff and faculty about Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses and programs\, outcomes\, and opportunities. Apply for admissions and enroll in courses with dedicated staff on-site to help!\nExtra-Curricular Involvement: Find out about student clubs\, micro-grant opportunities\, and “shark tank” style pitch competitions that will enrich your learning and accelerate your small business ideas toward success! All college entrepreneur students are eligible to join and win.\nCommunity Resources & AERO Marketplace: Discover the available community resources to launch\, grow\, and expand a small business. Gain insight\, training\, tools\, and expert counseling services from successful business owners at the Maricopa SBDC Center. Sign up as an SBDC client at one of our college events to receive assistance with small business lending and connect you to paid project (gig) work through the AERO Marketplace – the SBDC’s online environment created especially to support entrepreneurs. Let them show you how to get involved. RIGHT. NOW!\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/maricopa-entrepreneur-days-rio-salado-community-college/
LOCATION:Rio Salado Thomas Campus\, 3631 W Thomas Rd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230104T204138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204138Z
UID:5660-1683104400-1683111600@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# \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sba-loan-clinic-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230503T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230503T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230328T164320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T164818Z
UID:5834-1683117000-1683124200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Maricopa Entrepreneur Days-Rio Salado Community College
DESCRIPTION:Maricopa Entrepreneur Days is presented by the AZSBDC Network and is an opportunity for current or aspiring entrepreneurs\, like you\, to learn about grant opportunities including scholarships and small business development services. This grant is helping to strengthen the small business community in Arizona. Join us at one of our in-person or virtual events to learn more. \nBy attending this event you will learn about: \n\nCollege Scholarships: Learn about scholarships available for students in Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses at any of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges. A Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation staff member will be available to help you apply for scholarships ON. THE. SPOT!\nCourses & Programs: Hear from Maricopa Community College staff and faculty about Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses and programs\, outcomes\, and opportunities. Apply for admissions and enroll in courses with dedicated staff on-site to help!\nExtra-Curricular Involvement: Find out about student clubs\, micro-grant opportunities\, and “shark tank” style pitch competitions that will enrich your learning and accelerate your small business ideas toward success! All college entrepreneur students are eligible to join and win.\nCommunity Resources & AERO Marketplace: Discover the available community resources to launch\, grow\, and expand a small business. Gain insight\, training\, tools\, and expert counseling services from successful business owners at the Maricopa SBDC Center. Sign up as an SBDC client at one of our college events to receive assistance with small business lending and connect you to paid project (gig) work through the AERO Marketplace – the SBDC’s online environment created especially to support entrepreneurs. Let them show you how to get involved. RIGHT. NOW!\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/maricopa-entrepreneur-days-rio-salado-community-college-2/
LOCATION:Rio Salado Conference Center\, 2323 W 14th Street\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230428T154747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T172920Z
UID:5873-1683190800-1683198000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:SBDC Open House with Maricopa Entrepreneur Day Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Maricopa Entrepreneur Days is presented by the AZSBDC Network and is an opportunity for current or aspiring entrepreneurs\, like you\, to learn about grant opportunities including scholarships and small business development services. This grant is helping to strengthen the small business community in Arizona. Join us at one of our in-person or virtual events to learn more. \nBy attending this event you will learn about: \n\nCollege Scholarships: Learn about scholarships available for students in Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses at any of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges. A Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation staff member will be available to help you apply for scholarships ON. THE. SPOT!\nCourses & Programs: Hear from Maricopa Community College staff and faculty about Entrepreneurial Studies and Small Business Management courses and programs\, outcomes\, and opportunities. Apply for admissions and enroll in courses with dedicated staff on-site to help!\nExtra-Curricular Involvement: Find out about student clubs\, micro-grant opportunities\, and “shark tank” style pitch competitions that will enrich your learning and accelerate your small business ideas toward success! All college entrepreneur students are eligible to join and win.\nCommunity Resources & AERO Marketplace: Discover the available community resources to launch\, grow\, and expand a small business. Gain insight\, training\, tools\, and expert counseling services from successful business owners at the Maricopa SBDC Center. Sign up as an SBDC client at one of our college events to receive assistance with small business lending and connect you to paid project (gig) work through the AERO Marketplace – the SBDC’s online environment created especially to support entrepreneurs. Let them show you how to get involved. RIGHT. NOW!\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sbdc-open-house-with-maricopa-entrepreneur-day-presentation/
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:20230517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230301T181342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T234334Z
UID:5769-1684317600-1684323000@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 | Kyle Hohmann\,  Arizona Commerce Authority \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sbir-overview-how-to-leverage-americas-seed-fund-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230524T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230222T214619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T232754Z
UID:5766-1684922400-1684926000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:How New and Small Businesses Can Compete on the BIG SCREEN
DESCRIPTION:Streaming TV and How Small Businesses Can Now Get in on the BIG Screen Branding Game\nThe media landscape is shifting unlike ever before.  This is most evident when it comes to what consumers are watching on the BIG Screen –we will be discussing this changing landscape and how Small and Hyper Local Businesses can now take advantage of and afford BIG Screen Branding through Performance driven Streaming TV Ads. \nThe goal of this webinar is to offer insight to small businesses about how Streaming TV ads can be utilized in their service areas and at affordable rates so they can compete with larger brands and stand out from the crowd! \nTopics include: \n\nStreaming TV\nCommercial Production\nGeofencing\nBranding\nAd Frequency\nBrand Lift\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/how-new-and-small-businesses-can-compete-on-the-big-screen/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230531T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230425T213114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T213114Z
UID:5869-1685527200-1685530800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Chat GPT for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn tips and ideas for using Open AI ChatGPT and other AI tools to increase productivity\, automate tasks\, respond to customer inquiries\, and free up time for other business priorities. \nBy the end of this session\, you will understand the positives and limitations of using this tool in your small business. The speakers will demonstrate how to use the ChatGPT and other Open AI tools to improve your work productivity\, maximize staff time and resources\, and improve customer service. Additionally\, you will learn about other tools such as chat bots to facilitate customer inquiries\, and others to help with website and graphic design as well as writing blog articles. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat is Open AI and ChatGPT?\nHow can small business owners use this tool?\nUnderstanding its limitations\nBest practices in using ChatGPT\nOther AI tools for small business owners and graphic designers\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/chat-gpt-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230607T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230104T214324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T224832Z
UID:5662-1686128400-1686135600@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# \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/sba-loan-clinic-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230417T180909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T180909Z
UID:5865-1686736800-1686740400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Google Analytics Move to GA4
DESCRIPTION:On July 1\, Google stops supporting Universal Code as part of their Google Analytics platform. If you are using Google Analytics to track website traffic\, and have not already converted to the new GA4 tracking code\, you may see a drop in traffic to your website. The new tracking code provides richer analytics about website visitors and their behavior on your site. Once the new code is in place\, Google will automatically convert your site to the new tracking code. \nObjectives (What will participants know and/or be able to do after attending): \nAttendees will learn how to easily create the new code alongside their current Universal Tracking code to prepare for the conversion after July 1. They will also learn about some of the differences between the Universal Code and the new GA4 code to better understand the richness of the data GA4 can provide. Topics include: How to create and install the GA4 code on a website Differences in data results between UA and GA4 code for page views\, purchases\, sessions\, conversions and bounce rates. \nTopics Include \n\nHow to create and install the GA4 code on a website\nDifferences in data results between UA and GA4 code for page views\, purchases\, sessions\, conversions and bounce rates.\n\nGuest Speaker Kevin Frost\, owner\, Standing 360 Virtual Tours\, 360virtualtoursaz.com\, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-frost-55a4a1b7/; https://www.facebook.com/standing360az \nREGISTER HERE \nSBDC staff register HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/google-analytics-move-to-ga4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230705T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230105T222106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T222106Z
UID:5678-1688547600-1688554800@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-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230712T101500
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230517T234424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T234424Z
UID:5915-1689152400-1689156900@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Exporting to the European Union
DESCRIPTION:The European Union is one of the most diverse regions in the world. With 27 members and 16 percent of the world’s imports and exports. \nDoing business with the EU means potentially reaching 500 million more consumers\, and 21 million small and medium sized businesses partners. As an exporter\, do you want to be a part of this $270 billion opportunity? \nExperts from the Maricopa SBDC\, US Commercial Services\, EXIM Bank and private industry 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/exporting-to-the-european-union/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230726T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230622T175316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T203030Z
UID:5942-1690365600-1690369200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Managing your Business Bookkeeping
DESCRIPTION:Who will benefit: \nThis training 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 \n\nFacilitated by Gateway Community College/Maricopa SBDC Office\n\n\nTopic: Business Accounting and Budget\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/managing-your-business-bookkeeping/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230802T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230105T220900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T220900Z
UID:5676-1690966800-1690974000@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-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230802T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230105T222333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T222333Z
UID:5680-1690966800-1690974000@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-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230809T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
CREATED:20230512T173550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T195131Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230920T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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:20260404T021851
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:20260404T021851
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T021851
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:20260404T021851
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:20260404T021851
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:20260404T021851
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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