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SUMMARY:Patent Basics
DESCRIPTION:This module will cover the basic facts about patents. We will explore the different types of patents\, including utility\, design\, and plant. We will define the difference and use of both provisional patent applications and non-provisional patent applications.  Further\, we will discuss the process of patent prosecution\, the role of the U.S. patent examiner and what to expect when working with the USPTO.  Information regarding a number of patent prosecution programs and initiatives available to applicants will also be provided. \nObjectives (What will participants know and/or be able to do after attending): \n\nUnderstand the different type of patents\nKnow the difference between a provisional and non-provisional patent application\nIntroduction to the process of patent prosecution\nExposure to patent prosecution programs\n\n  \nTopics include: \n\nTypes of patents\nThe parts of a patent application\nThe examination process\nClaims analysis with respect to novelty and obviousness\nOffice action.\n\nAudience: Business owners who are either contemplating securing intellectual property or already own intellectual property.\n\n\nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina SBDC\,\, Stephen Koziol\, Assistant Director of the Western Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office \nStephen (Steve) Koziol is the Assistant Regional Director of the Western Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office. Mr. Koziol joined the USPTO in 2007 as a patent examiner\, and has managed teams of examiners in the computer graphics and digital imaging fields.  Prior to his move to the West Coast\, Mr. Koziol worked in the Rocky Mountain regional office of the USPTO in Denver\, CO\, where he led the design and implementation of various intellectual property outreach and education programs. He has also focused on the development of patent-specific programs within the USPTO\, including the Post-Grant Outcomes program\, AIA First Inventor to File implementation\, AIPLA Partnering in Patents\, and patent operations cost and fee modeling.
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/patent-basics-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Build a Business That Grows!!!: Start a Business\, Get Funds\, and Learn About Our B2B Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:AERO is Arizona’s B2B marketplace that connects you with local Arizona talent ready to offer their services or businesses in need of your expertise.  \nWhether you are a local service provider or small business seeking support for your projects such as website development\, social media\, marketing\, financial and business planning\, and more\, the AERO platform is for you.  \n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a service provider:\n\nFind new customers and expand your portfolio\nWork on off-the-shelf projects and get paid a stipend of up to $1\,200\nGrow your local business network\n\n\nWhat you’ll get from the AERO platform as a small business seeking support:\n\nAccess support for your ideas and the talent to get it done at no cost to you\nSource fresh ideas and access the support to implement them quickly\nBuild a foundation for sustainable growth to help you stay ahead of the game\n\n\nJoin us in this demonstration and workshop to get you started on AERO! \n\nDuring the event\, the AZSBDC team will also provide an overview of our start-up resources so if you are ready to start a business\, we can help you kick start the process with No-Cost counseling. \nFinally\, our AZSBDC Money Team will be sharing information about their No-Cost services to get you prepared and ready for lending\, and we’ll have a Lender on hand to talk with you about funding opportunities. \nThis is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to get the resources\, tools\, and support you need to Build a Business That Grows! \nSpeaker(s): Yolanda A. Facio\, Maricopa SDBC Business Analyst \nFee: No Cost \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/build-a-business-that-grows-start-a-business-get-funds-and-learn-about-our-b2b-marketplace/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220510T113000
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SUMMARY:Angel Investing: Pandemic Disruption Creates New Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard the term Angel Investor? Looking for Investor Capital? Understanding who Angel Investors are and what makes them tick can be the difference between getting your startup funded or not. The current environment caused by the pandemic has provided some unique opportunities and challenges. \nTopics include:\n• The sequence of equity investing\n• Insights into the impact of the Pandemic on early-stage investing\n• The difference between Angel and Venture Capital and when they each are applicable.\n• Profile Angel Investors and their mindset thus enabling smooth engagements.\n• Angel Investor’s ROI and time horizon expectations so that your venture’s “asks” aligns with their expectations.\n• How Startups are valued thereby increasing your chances of closing a deal with Angels\n• The Angel Group Investment Process \nSpeaker(s): Lou Farina
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/angel-investing-pandemic-disruption-creates-new-opportunities-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220518T110000
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SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google business profile from start to finish.In this session we’ll show you how to:+ Create or claim your Google Business Profile+ Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps+ Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers \nSpeaker(s): Israel Serna\, Grow With Google
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220525T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220525T080000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Break: What Affects Your Credit Score?
DESCRIPTION:We’ll examine the key components that drive your personal credit score. Buy now\, pay later charges are now being added to your credit history. We’ll review how credit scores can impact the ability of your business to borrow. \n\n\nSpeaker(s): Richard Spears\, Maricopa SBDC Business Analyst
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/coffee-break-what-affects-your-credit-score/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220526T110000
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SUMMARY:Employee Retention Tax Credit
DESCRIPTION:The participants will have a better understanding of what Employee Retention Tax Credit is and to help them figure out if they qualify and the steps to getting their ERTC refund from the IRS. \nTopics include: Employee Retention Tax Credit \nAudience:\nSmall Business Owners \nSpeaker(s): Cheryl Pahl\nJeffrey Mohlman\, CTS\, CDFA
URL:https://www.maricopa-sbdc.com/event/employee-retention-tax-credit-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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