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SUMMARY:Creating Your Strategic Plan
DESCRIPTION:Writing a strategic plan requires a measured\, methodical approach.  This course\, Creating Your Strategic Plan\, applies a step-by-step\, five-phase approach to strategic planning\, utilizing a simplistic\, precision model to fully create an effective action oriented plan. \nAt the end of this class you will understand: \nThe basic theories\, models\, concepts and tools to develop and execute your strategic plan.  Our ultimate goal is to transform you into an expert strategic planner and give you the opportunity to earn your credentials as a certified strategic planner. \nThese are proven methodologies and concepts that Mr. McClean has developed and used time and time again to provide growth and significant return on investments for numerous organizations around the globe. \nA copy of the presentation and some free resources will be emailed to all attendees after the class. \nSpeaker(s): Presented by Colonel David R. McClean (Ret).  Mr. McClean built a career in a variety of roles and industries\, mostly in the Federal Government where he conceptualized\, planned\, and executed numerous multi-million dollar projects. Most of these projects were based in strategic and operational planning\, process improvement (Lean Six Sigma)\, the development of policy\, and workplace education and training curriculum/programs. His proven expertise as a leader\, mentor\, and facilitator for collaboration with all levels of an organizational hierarchy has significantly improved many organization’s bottom line. He is skilled in measuring\, assessing\, and guiding both individual and organizational knowledge needs by designing and implementing effective management principles and processes. His expertise in Strategic Planning resulted in his writing of the international selling book: Strategic Planning: as Simple as A\, B\, C. \nFee: $ 29.00 \n\n\n\nPhone: 480.784.0588\nEmail: connie.cagley@domail.maricopa.edu\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/creating-strategic-plan/
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:20200114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200114T110000
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Simplified: What Your Small Business Needs to Know -- GateWay CC
DESCRIPTION:Technology is a double-edged sword. On the one hand\, it creates productivity and business opportunities never seen before. On the other it can allow remote users access to an entire business\, enabling them to take it down with a few keystrokes. With fewer employees than ever\, technology can allow small businesses to directly compete with medium and large firms. \nThe largest threat currently facing small businesses is cybersecurity. Small to medium sized businesses are particularly at risk because they are viewed by hackers as easier targets due to their general lack of awareness and resources. Small businesses can no longer afford to remain unaware of the threats or remain complacent with inadequate technology. They have to take action to enhance their systems\, processes\, and staffing in order to remain viable in today’s online economy. \nAfter this session you should be able to….. \n\nIdentify the assets and systems that are susceptible to cyber threats.\nUnderstand basic practices needed to protect your systems and assets.\nWhat you use to detect someone or something malicious.\nHow to deal with a breach if and when it occurs.\nHow to restore your business back to normal after a breach.\n\nSpeaker(s): Dave Eilken is an Information Security Officer at the Maricopa  Community Colleges. He has worked in information technology for over 20 years\, half of that time specifically in cybersecurity. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/cybersecurity-simplified/
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:20200114T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191217T170540Z
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SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion -- Chandler
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Do you know if it is a viable idea\, one that will be a good investment of your time\, resources and money?  In our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program\, you will learn about the critical questions you need to ask\, and be given tools and resources you will need to use\, to make a “Go” or “No Go” business start decision. \nDuring this interactive session\, you will: \n\nLearn how to develop a winning value proposition\nKnow the resources available to help you start your market research\nBe introduced to the concepts and tools you need to identify startup costs and working capital needs.\n\nParticipants are given short activities to apply what they learn to their business idea. \nAudience:  This program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nNote:  The session does not include information related to legal structure\, tax or licensing information. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-your-business-idea-in-motion-9-3-3-2-5-2-3-3-3/
LOCATION:Chandler Chamber of Commerce\, 25 S Arizona Place\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T113414
CREATED:20191211T201423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T201423Z
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SUMMARY:Laying the Groundwork for Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of how government contracting works. \nVery basic introduction to government contracting and the services PTAC offers. We follow a Who\, What\, Why\, When and How format followed by a group discussion. This course is for small business owners who know very little or nothing about government procurement. \nTo register for this event please contact: \nDanny Ayala\, Arizona PTAC Program Manager \nDaniel.Ayala@domail.maricopa.edu or at (623)845-4703 \nOR \nRegister at:  https://azptac.com/events/
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/laying-groundwork-government-contracting-2019-2-2-2-2-4-2-3-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260608T113414
CREATED:20190926T161131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191209T164329Z
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SUMMARY:ADOR Business Tax Workshop -- GateWay CC
DESCRIPTION:This is a course on transaction privilege tax basics for businesses. Our guest speaker\, from the Arizona Department of Revenue\, will provide valuable information on the following topics: \n\nLicensing and Reporting\nLocation Based Reporting\nTax Rates\, Exemption Certificates\nExemptions and Deduction Codes\nAdded Tax versus Tax Factoring\nCalculating and Reporting Tax\n\nSpeaker(s): Joann Arellano\, Community Outreach Liaison\, from the Arizona Department of Revenue. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/adortaxworkshop-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, MA Building\, Room 1100\, AZ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T113415
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190530T152034Z
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SUMMARY:Put Your Business Idea in Motion -- GateWay CC
DESCRIPTION:Are you an entrepreneur in the early stage of exploring and planning a new business venture?  Do you know if it is a viable idea\, one that will be a good investment of your time\, resources and money?  In our Put Your Business Idea in Motion program\, you will learn about the critical questions you need to ask\, and be given tools and resources you will need to use\, to make a “Go” or “No Go” business start decision. \nDuring this interactive session\, you will: \n\nLearn how to develop a winning value proposition\nKnow the resources available to help you start your market research\nBe introduced to the concepts and tools you need to identify startup costs and working capital needs.\n\nParticipants are given short activities to apply what they learn to their business idea. \nAudience:  This program is intended for new entrepreneurs and first time business owners who have not yet opened their doors for business. \nNote:  The session does not include information related to legal structure\, tax or licensing information. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/put-your-business-idea-in-motion-9-3-3-2-5-2-3-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200121T110000
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SUMMARY:A Proven Software Development Process for the Non-Technical Entrepreneur - GateWay CC
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to provide entrepreneurs with a blueprint for successful software development and technology implementation. The unfortunate reality is that quality software development and technology implementation is not readily available to most startups and small business entrepreneurs. Great entrepreneurs are met with small thinkers when searching for a development team via online freelancer sites\, or the recommendation of a friend’s cousin who may code on weekends. Or they are faced with development companies that impose business models that do not align with the entrepreneurial spirit. \nSpeaker: Vincent Serpico \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/software-development/
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:20200122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T113415
CREATED:20190530T152156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191209T173328Z
UID:3010-1579683600-1579690800@www.maricopa-sbdc.com
SUMMARY:Set Up Your Business for Success - GateWay CC
DESCRIPTION:How you structure your business from day one will go a long way towards your ultimate success. An unintended mistake could result in unnecessary costs and unproductive use of time when you can least afford either. This workshop covers everything from choosing a business entity to hiring other people to setting up useful financial documents. It will serve as a road map to your grand opening! \nSpeaker: Paula Wittekind\, SBDC Business Analyst \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/set-up-your-business-3-2-2-2-5-4-2/
LOCATION:GateWay Community College\, Small Business Development Center\, 108 N 40th Street\, South Building\, PHOENIX\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
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