Nevada SBDC

Construction 1.0
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Innevation Center, 450 Sinclair Street, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Join the Nevada SBDC, in collaboration with UNLV’s Office of Economic Development, and the Nevada State Contractors Board, for a dynamic, in-person, 6-week course designed to guide you through the construction industry. Gain essential insights into crucial construction business topics and receive a step-by-step walkthrough of the Nevada State Contractors Board application process. This course offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals, access expert support, and utilize resources to help you secure your contractor’s license. Don’t miss out on this chance to build a successful future in construction!

With over 25 years of experience in finance and banking, I have spent several years supporting entrepreneurs, particularly in the construction industry, as they establish and expand their businesses. My deep industry knowledge, combined with proficiency in Spanish and strong communication skills, allows me to provide expert guidance on business formation and operations. Passionate about addressing the misinformation often faced by small businesses, I am committed to educating entrepreneurs on effective strategies for success.

Session #1
2025-06-24
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #2
2025-07-01
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #3
2025-07-08
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #4
2025-07-15
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #5
2025-07-22
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #6
2025-07-29
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Construction 2.0 Workshop
2025-06-25 17:00 - 18:30 | NV
Join the Nevada SBDC, in collaboration with UNLV’s Office of Economic Development, and the Nevada State Contractors Board, for an empowering 6-week, in-person course dedicated to construction marketing! This program covers essential strategies for winning contracts, establishing a strong marketing foundation, and creating impactful capability statements. Learn directly from seasoned professionals, connect with experienced contractors, and benefit from expert guidance from business advisors. Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your network, and gain the tools to elevate your contracting business!
With over 25 years of experience in finance and banking, I have spent several years supporting entrepreneurs, particularly in the construction industry, as they establish and expand their businesses. My deep industry knowledge, combined with proficiency in Spanish and strong communication skills, allows me to provide expert guidance on business formation and operations. Passionate about addressing the misinformation often faced by small businesses, I am committed to educating entrepreneurs on effective strategies for success.

Session #1
2025-06-25
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #2
2025-07-02
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #3
2025-07-09
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #4
2025-07-16
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #5
2025-07-23
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #6
2025-07-30
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Sprint to Scale 2-Day Workshop
2025-07-02 08:00 - 16:00 | 565 Rio Vista Dr., 565 Rio Vista Dr., Fallon, 89406, United States
Embark on a transformative 2-Day journey with us to bring your business aspirations to life! Dive deep into the intricacies of business planning, set ambitious goals, and lay the foundation for your success through our dynamic and thought-provoking workbook and cohort style learning. Whether you’re starting a new venture or aiming to reach new heights, this program is your gateway to strategic growth and achievement. Don’t miss the chance to supercharge your entrepreneurial journey – enroll now and pave the way to your business dreams!
Kelli Kelly once sailed away on a tallship, cooked on dive boats in the Bahamas, worked her way up through corporate coffee, and ultimately earned an Associate’s in the Culinary Arts and a Bachelor’s in Organization and Project Management. After moving to Fallon, Nevada, Kelli found her calling in local and regional food systems while working at a farm-to-table restaurant. She was inspired to work with local farmers, ranchers, and value-added producers to promote sustainable agriculture and advocate for eating seasonally and within the foodshed. Kelli serves as the Agriculture and Food Systems Business Advisor for the Nevada Small Business Development Center housed at the Churchill Entrepreneur Development Association and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Urban Leadership at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Kelli is an avid reader, a policy wonk, a slurper of dumplings, and a proud “person of the bean”

2024 Nevada Small Business Development Center State Star
President/Vice President/Secretary, Emerge NV
Member, Governor’s Council for Food Security
2019-2020 Chair, Nevada Farms Conference
Member, NevadaGrown Board of Directors
Member, Western Nevada College–Specialty Crop Institute Advisory Committee
Member, Northern Nevada Food Security Coalition
Member, Churchill County School District Career & Technical Education Advisory Committee
Member, Fallon Youth Club Board of Directors

Construction 2.0
2025-10-02 17:00 - 18:30 | 8400 W. Sunset Rd #300, 8400 W Sunset Rd #300, Las Vegas, NV, 89113, United States
Session #1
2025-10-02
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #2
2025-10-09
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #3
2025-10-16
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #4
2025-10-23
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #5
2025-10-30
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #6
2025-11-06
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PST)

Join the Nevada SBDC, in collaboration with UNLV’s Office of Economic Development, and the Nevada State Contractors Board, for an empowering 6-week, in-person course dedicated to construction marketing! This program covers essential strategies for winning contracts, establishing a strong marketing foundation, and creating impactful capability statements. Learn directly from seasoned professionals, connect with experienced contractors, and benefit from expert guidance from business advisors. Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your network, and gain the tools to elevate your contracting business!
With over 25 years of experience in finance and banking, I have spent several years supporting entrepreneurs, particularly in the construction industry, as they establish and expand their businesses. My deep industry knowledge, combined with proficiency in Spanish and strong communication skills, allows me to provide expert guidance on business formation and operations. Passionate about addressing the misinformation often faced by small businesses, I am committed to educating entrepreneurs on effective strategies for success.

Construction 1.0 Workshop
2026-04-29 17:00 - 18:30 | 8400 W. Sunset Rd #300, 8400 W Sunset Rd #300, Las Vegas, NV, 89113, United States
Session #1
2026-04-29
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #2
2026-05-06
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #3
2026-05-13
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #4
2026-05-20
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #5
2026-05-27
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #6
2026-06-03
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Join the Nevada SBDC, in collaboration with UNLV’s Office of Economic Development, and the Nevada State Contractors Board, for a dynamic, in-person, 6-week course designed to guide you through the construction industry. Gain essential insights into crucial construction business topics and receive a step-by-step walkthrough of the Nevada State Contractors Board application process. This course offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals, access expert support, and utilize resources to help you secure your contractor’s license. Don’t miss out on this chance to build a successful future in construction!

With over 25 years of experience in finance and banking, I have spent several years supporting entrepreneurs, particularly in the construction industry, as they establish and expand their businesses. My deep industry knowledge, combined with proficiency in Spanish and strong communication skills, allows me to provide expert guidance on business formation and operations. Passionate about addressing the misinformation often faced by small businesses, I am committed to educating entrepreneurs on effective strategies for success.

Construction 2.0 Workshop
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:30 | 8400 W. Sunset Rd #300, 8400 W Sunset Rd #300, Las Vegas, NV, 89113, United States
Session #1
2026-04-30
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #2
2026-05-07
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #3
2026-05-14
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #4
2026-05-21
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #5
2026-05-28
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Session #6
2026-06-04
5:00 PM
– 6:30 PM (PDT)

Join the Nevada SBDC, in collaboration with UNLV’s Office of Economic Development, and the Nevada State Contractors Board, for an empowering 6-week, in-person course dedicated to construction marketing! This program covers essential strategies for winning contracts, establishing a strong marketing foundation, and creating impactful capability statements. Learn directly from seasoned professionals, connect with experienced contractors, and benefit from expert guidance from business advisors. Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your network, and gain the tools to elevate your contracting business!
With over 25 years of experience in finance and banking, I have spent several years supporting entrepreneurs, particularly in the construction industry, as they establish and expand their businesses. My deep industry knowledge, combined with proficiency in Spanish and strong communication skills, allows me to provide expert guidance on business formation and operations. Passionate about addressing the misinformation often faced by small businesses, I am committed to educating entrepreneurs on effective strategies for success.

SBRC | Business Breakthroughs: Speed Advising & Networking
2026-05-05 15:00 - 17:00 | Vegas Chamber, 70 E. Bonneville Ave, Las Vegas, 89101, United States
Celebrate Small Business Week at the Vegas Chamber! Connect with trusted small business experts through fast-paced, one-on-one advising sessions designed to help you break through common business challenges. Stay after to network with fellow business owners and resource partners.

Nevada APEX Accelerator overview, plus “Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses”
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
The virtual presentation, which is presented at no charge, is designed for Nevada for-profit businesses, especially the small businesses, that are interested in selling their goods and/or services in the public sector (or government-related sector). Within the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED), State of Nevada, the Nevada APEX Accelerator provides free government-related procurement technical assistance to established Nevada for-profit businesses. Aside from webinars, the Nevada APEX Accelerator provides other no-charge service offerings to its official clients who have been accepted into the program after completing a Client Questionnaire Form for consideration.
Regarding the APEX Accelerator [formerly known as the Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)] (note: see the updated webpage at https://goed.nv.gov/programs-incentives/procurement-assistance-outreach/ to become a client and follow us on the updated LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com): This APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
Regarding the Nevada SBDC: The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with mental or physical disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the Nevada SBDC State Office at (800) 240-7094 to make arrangements. SBA cannot endorse any products, opinions or services of any external parties or activities.
