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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170727T140000
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SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 27\, 2017\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nGateWay Community College\n108 N 40th Street\, South Building\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170426T201120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170619T131932Z
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SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 4
DESCRIPTION:Profit Mastery has gained an international reputation for providing unparalleled financial management and business planning education to small business owners.  This training program is focused on the real outcomes centered related to business performance\, business development\, and revenue retention.  Each session is facilitated by a certified member of our counseling staff. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nDiagnose and monitor company financial performance\nUse break-even analysis to make better decisions on cost\, price and profits\nAvoid cash crunches and increase cash flow\nPlan for and manage growth\nCommunicate more effectively with bankers and other financial professionals\n\nAttendees receive a comprehensive participant program manual. \nRegistration Information \n\nFour week series: Dates July 18\, 20\, 25 and 27. 2017\nTime: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nFee: $495 for materials.\nLocation: Gateway Community College\nPayment: Payment must be made at the door with a check made out to “Maricopa Community Colleges – SBDC.”  Cash and Credit Cards are not accepted.\n\n  \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170726T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170726T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170607T135300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T135300Z
UID:1485-1501057800-1501068600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series - Session Four
DESCRIPTION:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series! \nThis four-part series will cover: \nThursday\, July 6\, 2017\nSession One – Are You Ready to Export \nWednesday\, July 12\, 2017 \nSession Two – Product/Market Identification \nWednesday\, July 19\, 2017\nSession Three – Export Financing and Risk Management \nWednesday\, July 26\, 2017\nSession Four – Export Logistics \nU.S. export sales recently grew 48% over a five-year period and now exceeds $2.35 trillion.  That’s a lot of zeros – are you getting your piece of the global pie?  If you are already exporting or thinking about it for 2017\, this workshop series is for you.  The Maricopa SBDC is pleased to present its inaugural Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series. \nStay tuned for more information on workshop session details and guest speakers/panelists. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/global-dreams-export-development-workshop-series-4-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170426T200956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170619T131832Z
UID:1408-1500969600-1500984000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Profit Mastery has gained an international reputation for providing unparalleled financial management and business planning education to small business owners.  This training program is focused on the real outcomes centered related to business performance\, business development\, and revenue retention.  Each session is facilitated by a certified member of our counseling staff. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nDiagnose and monitor company financial performance\nUse break-even analysis to make better decisions on cost\, price and profits\nAvoid cash crunches and increase cash flow\nPlan for and manage growth\nCommunicate more effectively with bankers and other financial professionals\n\nAttendees receive a comprehensive participant program manual. \nRegistration Information \n\nFour week series: Dates July 18\, 20\, 25 and 27. 2017\nTime: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nFee: $495 for materials.\nLocation: Gateway Community College\nPayment: Payment must be made at the door with a check made out to “Maricopa Community Colleges – SBDC.”  Cash and Credit Cards are not accepted.\n\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-2-2-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170724T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170613T204921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T210810Z
UID:1503-1500915600-1500922800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Academy
DESCRIPTION:Dates: June 19 and 26\, July 3\, 10\, 17 and 24. \nTime: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm \nThis six week program is designed around Thunderbird School of Global Management’s DreamBuilder Program to assist women in starting and expanding their businesses. \nPlease register for each class individually. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/dreambuilder-2-2-2-3/
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:20170720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170426T200802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170619T131725Z
UID:1406-1500537600-1500552000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Profit Mastery has gained an international reputation for providing unparalleled financial management and business planning education to small business owners.  This training program is focused on the real outcomes centered related to business performance\, business development\, and revenue retention.  Each session is facilitated by a certified member of our counseling staff. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nDiagnose and monitor company financial performance\nUse break-even analysis to make better decisions on cost\, price and profits\nAvoid cash crunches and increase cash flow\nPlan for and manage growth\nCommunicate more effectively with bankers and other financial professionals\n\nAttendees receive a comprehensive participant program manual. \n  \nRegistration Information \n\nFour week series: Dates July 18\, 20\, 25 and 27. 2017\nTime: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nFee: $495 for materials.\nLocation: Gateway Community College\nPayment: Payment must be made at the door with a check made out to “Maricopa Community Colleges – SBDC.”  Cash and Credit Cards are not accepted.\n\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-2-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170719T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170627T214532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T214648Z
UID:1573-1500465600-1500471000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Skills for Your Business - Surviving (and Thriving) the Summer in the Desert
DESCRIPTION:Program objective: \nAfter attending this session\, small business owners will learn key guidelines and strategies for long-term survival through the Phoenix summer season. \nIn this fun and interactive session\, you will explore: \n\nHow to target “low hanging fruit” to boost your revenues\nReview the difference between sales and marketing and learn guidelines for developing an active sales campaign\nDiscuss online strategies to stay “top of mind” with customers who are out of town for the summer season\nKnow proactive steps to take NOW to minimize seasonal impact on your business.\n\nThis program is intended for any small business that experiences the seasonal highs and lows of the Arizona summer business cycle \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/marketing-skills-business-surviving-thriving-summer-desert/
LOCATION:Chandler Chamber of Commerce\, 25 S Arizona Place\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170719T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170719T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170607T135123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T135123Z
UID:1483-1500453000-1500463800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series - Session Three
DESCRIPTION:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series! \nThis four-part series will cover: \nThursday\, July 6\, 2017\nSession One – Are You Ready to Export \nWednesday\, July 12\, 2017 \nSession Two – Product/Market Identification \nWednesday\, July 19\, 2017\nSession Three – Export Financing and Risk Management \nWednesday\, July 26\, 2017\nSession Four – Export Logistics \nU.S. export sales recently grew 48% over a five-year period and now exceeds $2.35 trillion.  That’s a lot of zeros – are you getting your piece of the global pie?  If you are already exporting or thinking about it for 2017\, this workshop series is for you.  The Maricopa SBDC is pleased to present its inaugural Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series. \nStay tuned for more information on workshop session details and guest speakers/panelists. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/global-dreams-export-development-workshop-series-4-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170718T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170426T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170620T170237Z
UID:1404-1500364800-1500379200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:  \nProfit Mastery has gained an international reputation for providing unparalleled financial management and business planning education to small business owners.  This training program is focused on the real outcomes centered related to business performance\, business development\, and revenue retention.  Each session is facilitated by a certified member of our counseling staff. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nDiagnosing and monitoring your company’s financial performance\nUse break-even analysis to make decisions on cost\, price and profits\nAvoid cash crunches and increase cash flow\nPlan for and manage growth\n\n\n\n\nAttendees receive a comprehensive participant program manual. \nRegistration Information \n\nFour week series: Dates July 18\, 20\, 25 and 27\, 2017\nTime: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nFee: $495 for materials.\nLocation: Gateway Community College\nPayment: Payment must be made at the door with a check made out to “Maricopa Community Colleges – SBDC.”  Cash and Credit Cards are not accepted.\n\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170717T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170717T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170613T204729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T210653Z
UID:1501-1500310800-1500318000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Academy
DESCRIPTION:Dates: June 19 and 26\, July 3\, 10\, 17 and 24. \nTime: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm \nThis six week program is designed around Thunderbird School of Global Management’s DreamBuilder Program to assist women in starting and expanding their businesses. \nPlease register for each week individually. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/dreambuilder-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170713T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170713T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170426T162455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T221639Z
UID:1395-1499961600-1499967000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 13\, 2017\n4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nEstrella Mountain Community\n3000 N Dysart Road\nROOM:  Maricopa 133\nAvondale\, AZ  85392 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-5/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170712T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170607T135009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T135009Z
UID:1481-1499848200-1499859000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series - Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series! \nThis four-part series will cover: \nThursday\, July 6\, 2017\nSession One – Are You Ready to Export \nWednesday\, July 12\, 2017 \nSession Two – Product/Market Identification \nWednesday\, July 19\, 2017\nSession Three – Export Financing and Risk Management \nWednesday\, July 26\, 2017\nSession Four – Export Logistics \nU.S. export sales recently grew 48% over a five-year period and now exceeds $2.35 trillion.  That’s a lot of zeros – are you getting your piece of the global pie?  If you are already exporting or thinking about it for 2017\, this workshop series is for you.  The Maricopa SBDC is pleased to present its inaugural Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series. \nStay tuned for more information on workshop session details and guest speakers/panelists. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/global-dreams-export-development-workshop-series-4-2/
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:20170711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170426T151102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170426T151102Z
UID:1391-1499778000-1499785200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Location:\nGateWay Community College\nSBDC in the South Building\n108 N 40th Street\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nEvent Fee: Free \nLearn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nNora Plonsky\, Arizona PTAC Program Assistant \nNora.plonsky@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4700
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170710T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170710T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170613T204602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T210559Z
UID:1499-1499706000-1499713200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Academy
DESCRIPTION:Dates: June 19 and 26\, July 3\, 10\, 17 and 24. \nTime: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm \nThis six week program is designed around Thunderbird School of Global Management’s DreamBuilder Program to assist women in starting and expanding their businesses. \nPlease register for each week individually. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/dreambuilder-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170706T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170706T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170619T130912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170622T211449Z
UID:1527-1499344200-1499351400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Mentor on Road USA - SMB's Guide to Doing Business in India
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: \nThursday\, July 6\, 2017\n12:30 pm – 2:30 pm \nLocation: \nGateWay Community College\n108 North 40th Street\nRoom IE-1302 (Copper Room)\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nAre you interested in a rapidly growing market of 1.3 billion potential buyers? Would you like to learn how to do business with India from an expert? \nIf the answer is yes\, we think you will be excited to learn that the intrepid speaker Jagat Shah has worked with the U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) India to present counseling sessions on Business-with-India as a part of Mr. Shah’s road show around America. \nJagat Shah has tremendous experience and skill in mentoring small and medium businesses and is offering a talk on how American companies can succeed in India. He is engaging in a roadshow\, driving around America\, speaking at about 30 locations. \nHis presentation will include the following topics: \n\nFirsthand information on Indian market dynamics\nBest prospect sectors in India for a U.S. exporter\n\nOpportunities for U.S. companies to benefit from several new initiatives of the Government of India\nImpact of Demonetization and Goods and Service tax (GST) on the U.S. exporters​\nIndian investment in the U.S.\n\nwww.mentoronroad.com/usa \nREGISTER NOW \n  \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/mentor-road-usa-smbs-guide-business-india/
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:20170706T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170706T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170607T134652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T134652Z
UID:1479-1499329800-1499340600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series - Session One
DESCRIPTION:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series! \nThis four-part series will cover: \nThursday\, July 6\, 2017\nSession One – Are You Ready to Export \nWednesday\, July 12\, 2017 \nSession Two – Product/Market Identification \nWednesday\, July 19\, 2017\nSession Three – Export Financing and Risk Management \nWednesday\, July 26\, 2017\nSession Four – Export Logistics \nU.S. export sales recently grew 48% over a five-year period and now exceeds $2.35 trillion.  That’s a lot of zeros – are you getting your piece of the global pie?  If you are already exporting or thinking about it for 2017\, this workshop series is for you.  The Maricopa SBDC is pleased to present its inaugural Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series. \nStay tuned for more information on workshop session details and guest speakers/panelists. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/global-dreams-export-development-workshop-series-4/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170628T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170524T210420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170524T210536Z
UID:1467-1498640400-1498647600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Fortune Favors the Planners - Why it Takes Time to Successfully Fund or Sell Your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \nProgram Description:  Looking for funding or selling your business can feel intimidating! You’ve got to work with new people who will pass judgement on your business and it feels like they speak a different language – so many business owners ignore it for as long as possible.  Refusing to plan for the funding or sale of your business limits your options when the time comes – which can dramatically reduce the amount you get\, or even make it impossible to get a transaction done at all. \nDon’t wait and hope that you will be ready.  Instead\, join us for this session to understand what builds business value\, and why value-building is the best way to attract the funding or buyer of your dreams! \nProgram Objective:  After attending this session\, you’ll know key actions you can take TODAY to build a valuable business and become an attractive investment to future investors or buyers. \nDuring this session\, you will: \n\nLearn how changing your mindset to that of an “investor in your business” can provide the foundation for purposeful business decisions\nUnderstand the three pillars of value that attract investors to a business\nReceive a simple decision-making framework that helps you make the most of all your resources\nDevelop your own method to continually assess your business to ensure you’re improving value\n\nThis program is intended for: \n\nBusinesses that are already generating revenues\nBusinesses looking for funding in the next 12-18 months\nBusiness that want to sell their business in the next 18-36 months\n\nPlease note:  This program is NOT a lender\, investor networking or pitch event. \nGuest Facilitator:  Our guest speaker will be Stephanie Sims\, author and champion of small business owners.  Stephanie believes that every business owner can grow their dreams and their profits but have to know their worth. \nSpeaker Bio:  A second generation entrepreneur\, author\, and fundraising consultant\, Stephanie Sims is committed to helping founders find the path that works for them when it comes to building and growing a business. \nStephanie was an investment banker for nearly a decade before jumping on the thrill ride of entrepreneurship with a high-tech manufacturing startup in Europe. \nFrom navigating multiple institutional funding rounds to satisfying demanding household-name clients\, Stephanie experienced most of the highs and lows of startup life until she lived the fairy-tale ending of exiting via sale to a publicly traded company. \nStephanie’s been the one looking for funding and the one deciding whether or not to invest\, so she can tell you how to fund your business without selling your soul. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/fortune-favors-planners-takes-time-successfully-fund-sell-business/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170626T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170613T204212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T205943Z
UID:1494-1498496400-1498503600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Academy
DESCRIPTION:Dates: June 19 and 26\, July 3\, 10\, 17 and 24. \nTime: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm \nThis six week program is designed around Thunderbird School of Global Management’s DreamBuilder Program to assist women in starting and expanding their businesses. \nPlease register for each week individually. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/dreambuilder-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170123T170229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170619T222246Z
UID:1177-1498140000-1498147200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 22\, 2017\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nGateWay Community College\n108 N 40th Street\, South Building\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20170619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170613T200341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T205837Z
UID:1490-1497891600-1497898800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:DreamBuilder Academy
DESCRIPTION:Dates: June 19 and 26\, July 3\, 10\, 17 and 24. \nTime: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm \nThis six week program is designed around Thunderbird School of Global Management’s DreamBuilder Program to assist women in starting and expanding their businesses. \nPlease register for each week individually. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/dreambuilder/
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:20170613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170613T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170504T183644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170508T130622Z
UID:1458-1497344400-1497349800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:How Business Income is Taxed - IRS Forms\, Recordkeeping and Filing Requirements
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 13\, 2017 \n9:00 am – 10:30 am \nGateWay Community College\nSmall Business Development Center\, South Building\n108 N 40th Street\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nLearn about the different types of business entities \n\nSole Proprietor\nPartnership\nLLC\nS-Corp\nC-Corp\nOthers\n\nIncluding Corporate Maintenance\nAvoid comingling of money\n\n\n\nLearn what is business income \n\nRevenue minus expenses\nNot cash taken by the owner\nRecord Keeping Requirements\n\nBusiness income tax forms \n\nUnderstand which type\n\nHow business income is taxed \n\nDefine and discuss flow-through entities\nSelf-employment taxes\nWhen to make an S-election\n\nHow to pay income tax on business income \n\nEFTPS/AZ Taxes\nQuarterly Payments\nUnderpayment penalties and how to avoid them\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/setting-legal-entity-need-know-irs-forms-record-keeping-filing-requirements/
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:20170608T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170608T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170123T164504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170130T171841Z
UID:1171-1496937600-1496943000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 8\, 2017\n4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nEstrella Mountain Community\n3000 N Dysart Road\nOcotillo Hall\, Room OCT 107\nAvondale\, AZ  85392 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Estrella Mountain Community College — Ocotillo Building\, Room 101\, 3000 North Dysart Road\, Avondale\, AZ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170608T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170424T135929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170424T135929Z
UID:1385-1496934000-1496941200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 8\, 2017\n3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nChandler Chamber of Commerce\n25 S. Arizona Place\, Suite \nChandler\, AZ  85225 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-4/
LOCATION:Chandler Chamber of Commerce\, 25 S Arizona Place\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170412T215706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170412T220805Z
UID:1372-1496930400-1496937600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 8\, 2017\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nGateWay Community College\nSmall Business Development Center\, South Building\n108 N 40th Street\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170601T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170601T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170501T155005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170501T155755Z
UID:1432-1496338200-1496345400@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:2017 InnovateHER:  Innovating for Women Business Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 1\, 2017 \n5:30 pm to 7:30 pm \nASU Downtown Campus\nEA England Building\n424 North Central Avenue\nPhoenix\, AZ  85004 \nInnovateHER Highlights the economic and community impact of Phoenix’s growing female led ventures. \nCo+Hoots Foundation will be partnering with the SBA in collaboration with ASU\, E+I\, Maricopa SBDC\, and Women Who StartUp to bring InnovateHER to Phoenix. \nApplications are now open for the 2017 Phoenix InnovateHER Grant and Pitch Showcase. \nInnovateHER provides an opportunity for Phoenix female led ventures to showcase their innovations on a national scale.  Five finalists will be selected to pitch at a community event June 1\, 2017 at the ASU Downtown Campus in front of an all star entrepreneurial community panel. \nVentures will be judged on: \n– Having a measurable impact on the lives of women and families\n– Having the potential for commercialization\n– Filling a need in the marketplace (30%) \nThe winner will be announced that same night and will be submitted to a pool of national representatives. Finalists will pitch on a national stage in Washington D.C. and the winners will be awarded $70\,000 in grant funding. \nAll applicants will receive recognition at the event.  Business plan review and pitch practice is available free of charge for all ventures that participate. \nParticipants must be at least 18 years of age\, U.S. citizens or permanent residents\, and meet other requirements as defined in the Competition Rules. \nHow to Participate: \n– Applications and materials are due by Friday\, May 11\, by 5:00 PM MST\n– Submit an investor pitch presentation (10 slides max) and a business plan with executive summary to: Donna.McCown@domail.maricopa.edu\n– May\, 19th – Semi-finalists will be notified\n– June\, 1st –  Competition + Pitch at 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. \nRegister Now \n  \n             \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/2017-innovateher-innovating-women-business-challenge/
LOCATION:ASU Downtown Campus\, 424 North Central Avenue\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170531T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170531T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170208T225708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170228T171411Z
UID:1214-1496219400-1496230200@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series - Session Five
DESCRIPTION:Maricopa SBDC announces the Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series! \nThis five-part series will cover: \nWednesday\, April 5\, 2017\nSession One – Are You Ready to Export \nWednesday\, April 19\, 2017 \nSession Two – Product/Market Identification \nWednesday\, May 3\, 2017\nSession Three – Export Financing and Risk Management \nWednesday\, May 17\, 2017\nSession Four – Export Logistics \nWednesday\, May 31\, 2017\nSession Five – Graduation:  Share your plans and network with Arizona’s leading export experts \nU.S. export sales recently grew 48% over a five-year period and now exceeds $2.35 trillion.  That’s a lot of zeros – are you getting your piece of the global pie?  If you are already exporting or thinking about it for 2017\, this workshop series is for you.  The Maricopa SBDC is pleased to present its inaugural Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series. \nStay tuned for more information on workshop session details and guest speakers/panelists. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/global-dreams-export-development-workshop-series-2-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170420T183233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T194453Z
UID:1375-1495724400-1495731600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 25\, 2017\n3:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nChandler-Gilbert Community\nSun Lakes Center\, Room 108\n25105 S. Alma School\nChandler\, AZ  85248\n \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-3-2/
LOCATION:Chandler-Gilbert Community College (Sun Lakes Center)\, 25105 South Alma School Road\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170123T163128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170123T163128Z
UID:1168-1495720800-1495728000@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 25\, 2017\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nGateWay Community College\nSmall Business Development\n108 N 40th Street\, South Building\nPhoenix\, AZ  85034 \nCOST:  FREE \nAre you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Are you confused by how to get started and what steps to take?  Think you have a great idea\, but maybe you are not sure if it is a viable business idea\, an idea that customers want or need?  If you answered yes to any of these questions\, our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program is for you. \nUsing presentations\, group discussion\, and activities\, participants are introduced to the critical topics of how to explore and validate a business idea\, learn best practice tips for building a solid financial foundation on which to grow a business\, review the steps to setting up and doing business in Arizona\, and be introduced to the services offered by SBDC and other resources. \nThis program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-business-idea-motion-3-3-2-2-3-2-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170222T180817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170412T212256Z
UID:1244-1495094400-1495108800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Profit Mastery – Part 4
DESCRIPTION:Profit Mastery – Four Week Series \nDates:  May 9\, 11\, 16 and 18\, 2017 \nFee of $495.00 covers materials for all four parts.  Payment must be made at the door with a check for $495.00 made out to “Maricopa Community Colleges – SBDC”.  Cash and Credit Cards are not accepted. \nThis four week course is designed to help owners and managers of small businesses better understand financial management and maximize earnings through a better understanding of your financials. \nIn this hands-on workshop you’ll cover: \n*Overcoming common business\n*Understanding your financial\n*Making effective pricing\n*Evaluating cost\n*Making your business\n*Avoiding cash crunches \nOther topics: \n\nHow does your business compare with others in your industry?\nWill increasing your sales actually improve or worsen your financial outlook?\nDo you think it’s possible to have an open and enthusiastic relationship with your banker\, through better communication?\n\nAll of these topics and questions can be answered by understanding your financials and listening to what they are telling you.  Our Profit Mastery program does all this and more.  It’s a fun and educational workshop structured specifically to understanding your financials. \nThis program is designed for existing business owners who have at least 2 years of business history and financial reports. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/profit-mastery-part-1-5-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170517T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20170517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114311
CREATED:20170208T225449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170228T171309Z
UID:1212-1495009800-1495020600@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series - Session Four
DESCRIPTION:Maricopa SBDC announces the Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series! \nThis five-part series will cover: \nWednesday\, April 5\, 2017\nSession One – Are You Ready to Export \nWednesday\, April 19\, 2017 \nSession Two – Product/Market Identification \nWednesday\, May 3\, 2017\nSession Three – Export Financing and Risk Management \nWednesday\, May 17\, 2017\nSession Four – Export Logistics \nWednesday\, May 31\, 2017\nSession Five – Graduation:  Share your plans and network with Arizona’s leading export experts \nU.S. export sales recently grew 48% over a five-year period and now exceeds $2.35 trillion.  That’s a lot of zeros – are you getting your piece of the global pie?  If you are already exporting or thinking about it for 2017\, this workshop series is for you.  The Maricopa SBDC is pleased to present its inaugural Global Dreams Export Development Workshop Series. \nStay tuned for more information on workshop session details and guest speakers/panelists. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/global-dreams-export-development-workshop-series-3/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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