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SUMMARY:Credit Consulting Basics for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Credit Consulting Basics for Small Business Owners \nCredit Consulting Basics for Small Business Owners is a foundational\, easy-to-follow workshop designed to help entrepreneurs understand how credit works and why it matters for business success. Participants will learn the fundamentals of personal and business credit\, how credit scores are calculated\, how to read a credit report\, and practical steps to improve and repair credit. This session breaks down complex credit concepts into simple\, actionable steps so business owners can begin strengthening their credit immediately and position themselves for financing\, growth\, and long-term stability. \nWorkshop Overview Topics: \n\nThe difference between personal credit and business credit\nWhy credit matters for loan approvals\, interest rates\, and vendor terms\nUnderstanding credit scores (FICO vs. VantageScore) and score components\nHow to read and understand a credit report\nCommon credit report errors and how to document them and how to dispute issues\nBasic steps to establish and build business credit\nCreating a simple credit improvement action plan\n\nKey Learning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstand how personal and business credit work and how they differ\nGain confidence reading and reviewing credit reports\nIdentify common credit errors and know how to dispute them correctly\nLearn which actions improve credit scores the fastest\nDevelop practical strategies to repair and rebuild credit\nCreate a clear\, realistic action plan to improve credit over time\n\nMeet the Presenter: \nDarlene Rose-Shults has owned and operated her own business for nearly a decade and leverages her experiences to help entrepreneurs reach their goals through business planning\, identifying new markets\, developing and pivoting to in-demand products and services\, and growing sales through social and other media. She has a passion for assisting business owners with creating business plans\, understanding their credit and creating plans for better business operations. Darlene has an MBA\, and her pre-entrepreneur career in higher education gives her the ability to keep clients on task and provide structured advising with demonstrable outcomes.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/credit-consulting-basics-for-small-business-owners/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Finance,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T173000
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SUMMARY:Financial Foundations: Master Your Numbers in Two Nights
DESCRIPTION:Session #1\n2026-02-24\n5:30 PM\n– 7:00 PM (PST)\n\n\n\nSession #2\n2026-02-25\n5:30 PM\n– 7:00 PM (PST)\n\n\n\n\n  \nTake control of your business finances with this engaging two-night training focused on understanding your balance sheets\, P&L\, and more. In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll break down key financial concepts into simple\, practical terms you can immediately apply to your business. Learn how to read\, interpret\, and use your financial statements to make smarter decisions and strengthen your financial health. Join us to gain the clarity you need to manage your money with purpose and move your business forward with confidence. \nKathy 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.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/financial-foundations-master-your-numbers-in-two-nights/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting/Finance,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T090346
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SUMMARY:Rural Tourism Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Session #1\n2026-03-07\n10:00 AM\n– 4:00 PM (PST)\n\n\n\nSession #2\n2026-03-08\n9:00 AM\n– 12:00 PM (PDT)\n\n\n\n\n  \nNevada SBDC\, in collaboration with Travel Nevada\, is excited to announced the third annual Tourism Pitch Competition! \nThis initiative is designed to support rural tourism startups and existing businesses eager to expand their business models. \nProspective entrepreneurs will engage in a 2-day virtual workshop March 7th and 8th\, 2026\, followed by an opportunity to pitch live at Rural Roundup. The winner of the pitch competition will win $20\,000 to help kickstart their venture. \n  \nAmanda Elliott is a small business advisor with the Nevada SBDC and Executive Director of the Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition. She specializes in the outdoor industry\, marketing\, and branding. Outside of working with clients\, she thrives on learning new things and taking part in professional development opportunities. Since moving to Nevada\, Amanda has emphasized participating in public speaking events to further the Nevada SBDC’s mission and lift up entrepreneurs. In her personal life\, she is an outdoor enthusiast and spends her time hiking and rock climbing out in Red Rock NCA.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/rural-tourism-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T080000
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SUMMARY:Healthcare: Starting Your Private Practice and What You Should Know
DESCRIPTION:This training is designed for healthcare professionals considering private practice who want a clear\, honest understanding of what lies beyond clinical work. Participants will explore the healthcare-industrial complex and how it shapes care delivery\, autonomy\, and business decision-making. The session challenges common myths about healthcare entrepreneurship and addresses the realities that are rarely discussed in formal education. It also highlights the critical gaps in what professional training programs don’t teach about building a practice. Attendees will leave with a grounded perspective on what it truly takes to start an independent practice. This session is ideal for clinicians who want to enter private practice informed\, prepared\, and strategic. \n  \n\nDuke Nishimura\, BS ME/AE\, MBA\, LEAN\, CVC \nDuke’s experience includes serial entrepreneurship launching 21 companies\, CEO of 9 international companies in healthcare\, biotech\, and emerging technologies. Duke serves as strategic consultant for 25 years to C-Suites of over 400 public and private health systems\, hospitals\, group practices\, private practices\, and government healthcare administrations of the U.S.\, Canada\, and Japan. Duke’s businesses include a global healthcare company with over 120 clinics in 24 countries\, 129 articles in peer-reviewed medical/scientific journals\, 29 Randomized Controlled Trials\, and ongoing clinical trials with over 200\,000 patients obtaining over 90% success rates among severe chronic patients. Other businesses include a practice management company for orthopedic and neurosurgical practices with 50% higher reimbursement rates over industry standards; Provider of CME/CNE/CEU programs for medical professionals and insurance industries; and Speaker at various international\, national\, and regional medical\, scientific\, and healthcare conferences. Duke has established over 60 clinics in 12 states as joint ventures through corporate clinics. Duke currently merged several technology companies into a single entity focused on Emerging Technologies as solutions for global issues. Some of these solutions include the High-G Loss of Consciousness Training program mandatory for all fighter pilots in the U.S. Air Force\, Corps Fit Industrial Medicine Program and Academy for 34\,000 and 12\,000 personnel units\, and industrial medicine programs for the U.S. Veterans Administration\, Canadian Royal Forces\, Japan Firefighters\, and multiple Fortune 100 companies. Duke also gives back to the small business community working with the Nevada SBDC\, College of Business\, University of Nevada\, Reno as a Business Advisor focused on healthcare\, biotech\, sciences\, engineering\, technologies\, global businesses\, strategic finance\, mergers & acquisitions\, and scalable IPs. Duke brings a no-nonsense\, real-world\, strategic consulting approach to his clients\, peers\, and colleagues. His life motto is\, “When was the last time you did something for the first time in your life?”\, his business view is\, “‘Think outside The Box’? What Box?”\, and his life outlook is that he has never met a stranger.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/healthcare-starting-your-private-practice-and-what-you-should-know/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,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
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T110000
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SUMMARY:The U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) Federal Government-Level Mentor-Protégé
DESCRIPTION:A Nevada APEX Accelerator overview will be shared\, plus learn about the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program. This is a unique opportunity for small businesses to gain guidance\, resources\, and joint venture opportunities with established government contractors. Learn how this program can help you navigate the federal landscape and accelerate your success. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with resources that can accelerate your business growth. \nRegister by no later than April 28th\, only using the following GoTo Webinar link: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3669046562984266584 \n  \n“Where’s The Contract?” is a no-charge monthly training program designed to put Nevada businesses on the path to securing government contracts and subcontracts and diversifying revenue sources. \nRegarding 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. \nRegarding 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. \n \nThis webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations\, i.e.\, the APEX Accelerator and the Nevada SBDC.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/the-u-s-small-business-administrations-sbas-federal-government-level-mentor-protege/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator Northern Nevada":MAILTO:procurement@diversifynevada.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260504T173000
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SUMMARY:Listening Session on Cottage Foods & Farm-to-Fork
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us online to attend a critical public meeting regarding proposed regulatory changes that will directly impact the future of small-scale food production and agricultural sales in Nevada. This is a vital opportunity to stay informed on policy shifts that will affect your business and our local food system. \nJoin us for a collaborative session with key industry leaders and advocates:\n• Nevada Farm Bureau\n• Grown in Nevada/ Made in Nevada\n• University of Nevada\, Reno (UNR)\n\nWhy You Should Attend\nThe Nevada Farm Bureau is a dedicated organization committed to advocating for the needs of local producers. Grown in Nevada’s missiong is to foster the success of sustainable agriculture along with the support of the University of Nevada\, Reno and Nevada SBDC. This meeting serves as a platform to understand upcoming legislative or regulatory adjustments and to ensure our community’s voice is heard.\n\n\nDon’t miss your chance to be heard!
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/listening-session-on-cottage-foods-farm-to-fork/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260507T090347
CREATED:20260410T202506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T202601Z
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SUMMARY:Nevada APEX Accelerator overview\, plus The U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD’s) Federal Government-Level Mentor-Protégé Program
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“Where’s The Contract?” is a no-charge monthly training program designed to put Nevada businesses on the path to securing government contracts and subcontracts and diversifying revenue sources. \nRegarding 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. \nRegarding 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.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/28593/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator Northern Nevada":MAILTO:procurement@diversifynevada.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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