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SUMMARY:Reno/Sparks NxLeveL
DESCRIPTION:NxLeveL is an intensive program tailored for entrepreneurs seeking to expand their existing businesses. Throughout the course\, you will receive comprehensive guidance and support to develop a robust business plan that serves as a roadmap for future growth. \nIn addition to the invaluable business plan and entrepreneurial course outline\, NxLeveL offers a unique networking opportunity that is often scarce in many communities. This program fosters a collaborative environment where participants can freely exchange ideas\, share best and worst practices\, and act as advisors to one another. Unlike relying solely on family or friends for business advice\, this program provides a confidential and secure atmosphere that encourages genuine connections among fellow business owners. \nFor Frequently Asked Questions\, please go to https://nevadasbdc.org/education-training/nxlevel-faqs/ \nKathy Halbardier has over 25 years of experience in small business development as a highly successful entrepreneur as well as a sought-after advisor and trainer by those in all stages of business ownership. Her areas of expertise include business plan counseling\, marketing\, strategic planning\, economic development and business education and training. With over 10 years in banking and other types of financial institutions\, Kathy has assisted businesses in financial planning and access to capital through alternative lending sources. Kathy serves as a part-time business advisor and trainer for the Nevada SBDC primarily in Douglas County\, Carson City and surrounding areas. \n\n\n\nSession #1\n8/23/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #2\n8/30/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #3\n9/6/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #4\n9/13/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #5\n9/20/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #6\n9/27/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #7\n10/4/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #8\n10/11/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #9\n10/25/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #10\n11/1/2023\n5:30 PM\n– 8:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nThis course is sponsored by First Independent Bank. \n \nThe Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/reno-sparks-nxlevel/
LOCATION:Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce\, 4065 S. Virginia Street\, Reno\, NV\, 89502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Finance,Business Planning,Legal,Marketing/Sales,Social Media
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SUMMARY:Construction 2.0 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Nevada Small Business Development Center and UNLV’s Office of Economic Development are hosting a 6-week in-person course providing insight on several Construction marketing topics. You will be given the firsthand opportunity to listen to professionals and connect with business advisors and experienced contractors\, for additional guidance and support on how to obtain contracts\, marketing and capability statement guidance. \n\n\n\nGeneral Session\n2/22/2024\n5:00 PM\n– 6:30 PM (PST)\n\n\n\nSession #2\n2/29/2024\n5:00 PM\n– 6:30 PM (PST)\n\n\n\nSession #3\n3/7/2024\n5:00 PM\n– 6:30 PM (PST)\n\n\n\nSession #4\n3/14/2024\n5:00 PM\n– 6:30 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #5\n3/21/2024\n5:00 PM\n– 6:30 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nSession #6\n3/28/2024\n5:00 PM\n– 6:30 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\nGeorge Garcia joined the SBDC team eager to share his expertise with the southern Nevada business community. George is a highly committed and dynamic mentor\, providing solutions in the area of Business Financing\, Business Planning\, Organizational Management\, Leadership\, Developing top-performing teams\, Succession Planning and Franchising. To best identify the needs of business owners\, George leans on his 26+ years of experience managing for some of the most respected financial institutions\, including US Bank\, Citibank\, Bank of America and Wells Fargo. His business motto: “You can have everything you want in life if you will just help enough other people get what they want” Zig Ziglar\nGeorge believes in a balance between work and family. He has a beautiful wife and three great children. As a family\, they enjoy traveling\, watching classic movies and having a full discussion on their favorite part and why. Personally\, he enjoys golf\, bowling\, grilling and planning their next family vacation. \n \nThe Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. \n 
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/construction-2-0-workshop/
LOCATION:8400 W. Sunset Rd #300\, 8400 W Sunset Rd #300\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal,Starting a Business
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SUMMARY:5 Steps to Legally Protect Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to legally protect (and set up) your business through business contracts\, website compliance\, licensing\, and protecting content\, so you can confidently grow your business. \nLindsay Wheeler is a native Nevadan who obtained her bachelor’s degree at the University of Nevada\, Reno in the field of international business. In 2007\, Ms. Wheeler then obtained her Juris Doctorate at Lincoln Law School in Sacramento before returning to the Reno/Tahoe area. She went on to obtain her MBA in 2018. \nMs. Wheeler was a judicial law clerk for the late Honorable Judge Robert H. Perry at the Washoe County Second Judicial District Court for two years and worked as an extern with Nevada Supreme Court Justice Michael Cherry. Ms. Wheeler has also worked at the Nevada State Legislature as a Senate Judiciary Committee secretary for the 2013 Legislative Session. \nMs. Wheeler loves to provide people with legal knowledge and education on how to create and protect their businesses. \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/5-steps-to-legally-protect-your-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Contracts and Business Profitability
DESCRIPTION:Tired of contracts feeling like just “words on paper”? Discover how the fine print directly impacts your bottom line. Learn from a seasoned corporate attorney turned business coach how to unlock hidden revenue potential\, avoid profit leaks\, and make contracts work for you\, not against you. This is your chance to demystify legalese and turn contract knowledge into a powerful business tool. Q&A session included. \nAcacia is an award-winning lawyer and business coach dedicated to helping entrepreneurs unlock their full potential. Combining 15 years of corporate law and consulting expertise with a holistic approach\, Acacia empowers clients to secure bigger deals and achieve their business goals while staying true to their values and goals. She’s worked with Fortune 500s\, solopreneurs\, and everyone in between. Acacia is a Las Vegas-based digital nomad\, bird photographer\, and dog mom. \n \nThe Nevada SBDC is funded in part through an agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/contracts-and-business-profitability/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241030T090000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Funding with Customer Contracts
DESCRIPTION:You’ve landed the clients\, now let’s land the financing! Learn how your existing customer contracts can be the key to securing bank loans\, grants\, or even attracting investors. We’ll delve into the specific contract elements that lenders and funders scrutinize to assess your revenue stability and risk factors. If you’re ready to take your business to the next level\, this talk will equip you with the contract know-how to make it happen. Q&A session included. \nAcacia is an award-winning lawyer and business coach dedicated to helping entrepreneurs unlock their full potential. Combining 15 years of corporate law and consulting expertise with a holistic approach\, Acacia empowers clients to secure bigger deals and achieve their business goals while staying true to their values and goals. She’s worked with Fortune 500s\, solopreneurs\, and everyone in between. Acacia is a Las Vegas-based digital nomad\, bird photographer\, and dog mom. \n \nThe Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/unlocking-funding-with-customer-contracts/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T090000
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SUMMARY:An Intellectual Property Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:The area of IP is as complex as it is important\, especially for small business owners and entrepreneurs. There are cost-conscious\, reasonable steps that can and should be taken by independent companies to add value to their business and to protect their creations\, particularly in this era of online counterfeits and scams. This webinar will provide an introduction to protections available through patents\, copyright\, trademark\, and trade dress as well as the benefits of intellectual property registrations and enforcement resources. \n\n\nAt the end of this webinar\, you will be able to: \n\n\nWhat is intellectual property and how it can benefit your business\, protect your creative works\nHow to distinguish between patents\, trade secrets\, copyright protection\, and trademarks as well as their scope\, cost\, and remedies\nHow to apply for and register copyrights\, trademarks\, and patents\n\nEnforcement aids and resources to strengthen your intellectual property portfolio\n\n\nCaleb Green is a seasoned attorney specializing in Intellectual Property\, Business Law\, and Technology. He brings a unique blend of legal expertise and technical acumen to his practice\, holding a degree in Computer Science and leveraging his background in information technology to provide comprehensive counsel to clients. Caleb’s primary areas of practice encompass intellectual property litigation and enforcement\, trademark prosecution and management\, business litigation and transactions\, data privacy and security\, and sports & entertainment law. His experience includes advising clients on corporate due diligence\, navigating complex intellectual property disputes\, and ensuring data protection compliance. With a keen understanding of the complexities of intellectual property law and a strong foundation in general business litigation\, Caleb is dedicated to helping businesses understand the intersection of law and technology\, providing strategic solutions to protect their innovations and achieve their business objectives worldwide.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/an-intellectual-property-guide-for-small-businesses-and-entrepreneurs-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
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SUMMARY:Time To Find Your Dream BAIL Team - Panel Discussion with a Banker\, Accountant\, Insurance Agent\, and Legal Team
DESCRIPTION:Training Description: Building on December’s Build Your Dream Team masterclass\, this panel discussion takes a deeper dive into the key advisors every growing business needs: a Banker\, Accountant\, Insurance Agent\, and Legal team. Learn when to engage each expert\, what questions to ask\, and how a strong BAIL team helps you grow strategically while protecting your business.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/time-to-find-your-dream-bail-team-panel-discussion-with-a-banker-accountant-insurance-agent-and-legal-team/
LOCATION:Vegas Chamber\, 70 E. Bonneville Ave\, Las Vegas\, 89101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Finance,Legal
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