Basics of Starting a Business
2022-05-10 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Innevation Center, 450 Sinclair Street, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
This training event is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE.
In this session you will learn what it takes to start a business. At the end of this FREE 2-hour session you will be in a better position to decide whether to proceed immediately, delay starting your business or not start the business.
We will discuss:
• Reasons to Start/Not Start a Business • Business Opportunities • Business Plans • Financing Your Business • Marketing • Types of Business Organizations• Setting Up Your Business

Strategic Planning for Small Business
2022-05-11 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Do you have your business plan and strategic plan? Wait, are they the same!? Nope! Join us to discuss the unique elements needed for your strategic plan and the benefits to having one along with your business plan. “Success is about understanding when to move forward, when to hang back and when to dodge. A strategic plan for your company is one of the best ways to ensure that every move you make gets you closer to your business goals.” (forbes.com)
Sydonie Neysmith is the founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Black Swan Consulting, Inc, a management consulting firm with locations in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Reno, Nevada. She helps busy entrepreneurs with developing strategies to scale their business and prepare them for gaining access to capital and government contracts. Her life mission is to assist women entrepreneurs in managing their financials and position themselves for success.
Sydonie has over 20 years of experience developing budgets, forecasts and strategic planning, for Fortune 500 and 1000 companies. She has a bachelor’s degree from Concordia College and an MBA from the Huizenga School of Business, Nova Southeastern University. Mrs. Neysmith is a Certified Business Consultant and an adjunct Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Since the founding of Black Swan, Sydonie has grown her company’s reputation for providing unsurpassed customer service by focusing on her clients’ needs with a keen sense for consistency and exceptional quality of services. She has always been motivated to provide unmatched support to women, minority, and veteran-owned businesses; and since the pandemic, her company has provided technical assistance to over 150 small businesses nationally that have been impacted by COVID-19.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

NxLeveL For Entrepreneurs- Las Vegas
2022-05-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Avenue, Las Vegas, NV, 89117, United States
NxLeveL is a 14-topic course running over 15 weeks designed for entrepreneurs who want to expand an existing business and for those seriously considering starting a new business. Participants develop a comprehensive business plan during the course to act as the road map for future growth.
Registration is $149.00
In addition to the business plan and entrepreneurial course outline, NxLeveL provides a unique networking virtually non-existent in many communities. Participants in this course share ideas, best and worst practices, and become advisors to each other. Many small business owners rely on family members or friends when it comes to advice and feedback about the business. The confidential, safe atmosphere provided by this program allows a true bonding among business owners.
Guest speakers are brought in each week to share expertise in a particular area of business operations, and the Q & A time is invaluable. All instructors complete NxLeveL certification training.
**This course requires in person attendance in Las Vegas, NV**
Course Outline:

Week 1: Introduction, Overview and Preparing for Success
Week 2: Researching Your Business Idea
Week 3: Business Planning
Week 4: The Marketing Plan
Week 5: Laws, Regulations and Taxes
Week 6: Managing Your Microbusiness
Week 7: Analyzing Your Market
Week 8: Product and Price
Week 9: Placement and Promotion
Week 10: E-Commerce
Week 11: Selling Success
Week 12: Cash Flow Management
Week 13: Keeping Books and Records
Week 14: Financial Tips and Tools
Week 15: Bringing It All Together / Graduation

For Frequently Asked Questions, please go to https://nevadasbdc.org/education-training/nxlevel-faqs/ If you are looking for the military discount, please email Training@nevadasbdc.org for more information. This course is sponsored by First Independent Bank and Bank of Nevada.

Strengthening Entrepreneurial Women Monthly Meeting
2022-05-12 08:30 - 10:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
We will be talking about financial literacy during this month’s meeting. Details to come.
This series is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Nevada Small Business Development Center, and the Nevada’s Women’s Business Center.
**Your information will be shared with SBA Resource Partner, Nevada’s Women’s Business Center for this event.**

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Basics of Starting a Business
2022-05-14 09:30 - 11:00, 2022-07-09 09:30 - 11:00 | Adam’s Hub, 111 W. Proctor Street, Carson City, NV, 89703, United States
This training event is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE.
In this session you will learn what it takes to start a business. At the end of this FREE 2-hour session you will be in a better position to decide whether to proceed immediately, delay starting your business or not start the business.
We will discuss:
• Reasons to Start/Not Start a Business • Business Opportunities • Business Plans • Financing Your Business • Marketing • Types of Business Organizations • Setting Up Your Business

Post COVID EIDL funding options
2022-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
As the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program comes to an end, you may be wondering what other financing options are available. Join the Nevada SBA District Office and partners to learn about resources on how to finance your small business.
About this webinar:

Understand what lenders are looking for and how to improve the likelihood of approval
Understand the difference between small business loans and disaster loans
Identify resource partners that can assist AND…many more

Basics of Starting a Business
2022-05-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2022-06-18 09:30 - 11:00, 2022-07-16 09:30 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States

Basics of Starting a Business
2022-05-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2022-07-12 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-07-16 09:30 - 11:00 | Innevation Center, 450 Sinclair Street, Reno, NV, 89501, United States

Wellness in a Pandemic for You, your Family, and your Employees
2022-06-07 14:00 - 15:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
This webinar is hosted by Nevada Women’s Business Center.
The Nevada Women’s Business Center, in collaboration with BetterThink, will provide an engaging webinar series featuring Julie Cope, Owner of BetterThink. Nurse Practitioner Cope will provide suggestions and safe practices for working safely to decrease the transmission of COVID. The following topics will be presented for this webinar series:
– Tuesday June 7th at 2:00pm – Stress & Challenges Impacting Wellness During a Pandemic – Friday June 10th at 2:00pm – Burnout, Anxiety, Depression Part 1 -Tuesday June 14th at 2:00pm – Burnout, Anxiety, Depression, Part 2 – Friday June 17th at 2:00pm – Affordable Nutrition to Support Wellness – Tuesday June 21st at 2:00pm – Self-care for you and your Family – Friday June 24th at 2:00pm – Retaining Employees through a Focus on Wellness -Tuesday June 28th at 2:00pm – Maintaining Wellness while Working Remotely

Making the Sale
2022-06-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Innevation Center, 450 Sinclair Street, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
This training event is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE.
Do you need help making a sale to build success for your business? Attend this workshop to learn selling skills to increase your ability to help people buy.
Attend this workshop and learn about:
• What’s your goal? • Setting up your marketing effort to drive sales • Help people buy instead of selling to them • Effective selling skills • Follow-through and follow-up

Start Smart
2022-06-14 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
With all the factors to consider when building a business, knowing where to start your planning isn’t always obvious. It can be tempting to take a leap of faith and launch before vetting your business idea properly. To save yourself time and money, we encourage you to Start Smart by attending this webinar on evaluating the potential of your idea before jumping into business.
Anyone who is looking to start a business or has opened one recently is invited to attend this 90-minute virtual class on how to start your business off on the right foot. Attendees will learn about the critical first steps in starting a business and gain the knowledge they need to be successful business owners. Agenda items will include:
• Is Entrepreneurship Right for You?
• Business Plan with a Purpose
• What “Problem” Does Your Business Solve?
• Who Are Your Customers?
• Who Are Your Competitors?
• What’s Your Industry?
• What are the Risks?
• Is Your Idea Profitable?

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration

Basics of Starting a Business
2022-06-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Innevation Center, 450 Sinclair Street, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE.
In this session you will learn what it takes to start a business. At the end of this FREE 2-hour session you will be in a better position to decide whether to proceed immediately, delay starting your business or not start the business.
We will discuss: • Reasons to Start/Not Start a Business • Business Opportunities • Business Plans • Financing Your Business • Marketing • Types of Business Organizations • Setting Up Your Business

Where's the Contract? Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
2022-06-15 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Join the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development’s (GOED’s) Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Procurement Outreach Program (POP) and Nevada SBDC to learn more about government/public sector contracting — these virtual presentations, which are presented at no charge, are designed for Nevada for-profit businesses, especially the small businesses*:
*Any Nevada small business that is — or is not — a member of a chamber of commerce or other business-oriented organization in Nevada, and that is interested in selling its goods and/or services in the government/public sector, is encouraged to attend The Nevada PTAC-led webinar lead by Jeremiah Mesquita, Government Contracts Advisor, Nevada PTAC

Nevada PTAC overview, then learn about contracting opportunities, business verification, state bidder preferences, etc.

“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.
Regarding the Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency.
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.

This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (or Nevada PTAC) and the Nevada SBDC.

Employee Retention Tax Credit and Your Business
2022-06-16 09:00 - 10:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
COVID-19 has been a challenge for all of us. As the world shut down the economy came to a halt, leaving the future of many businesses in a precarious position. As we begin to find normalcy again, businesses now have to focus on recovering and fortunately, several government programs are easing this process.
One such program is the Employee Retention Credit or ERC, which is a generous stimulus program designed to bolster those businesses that were able to retain their employees during this challenging time. Due to the extremely complex tax code and qualifications, it is severely underutilized.
At ERC Specialists, our goal is to help you get the maximum Employee Retention Credit (ERC) credit available to you. With new IRS guidelines and changing rules for employers, tackling this monumental task is no place for a novice.
Verner Dixon has spent many years of his career with IBM, Wang, Gartner (Meta) Group holding executive positions in business development, consulting services, marketing and sales executive. He also ran his own public relations firm working with the entertainment industry focusing on audio-visual products and services.
Verner Dixon was, responsible for direct sale activities and marketing programs for commercial and government clients. His responsibilities include the introduction and implementation of new technology, innovative ideas concerning management techniques, employee incentive/training programs, product development, marketing strategies, advertising campaigns, sales promotions and customer service policies. Verner recruited contractors, hired, trained, supervised, and motivated personnel to increase client base and gross annual revenues.
He has published articles on robotic camera systems in Broadcast Engineering magazine and on disaster recovery in Casino Enterprise Management magazine.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Financial Fraud
2022-06-21 18:30 - 19:30 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
This training event is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE.
Learn the basics of Financial Fraud and keep your business safe.

Where's the Contract? Nevada PTAC Client’s (Polymath Solutions, LLC’s) Successful Government Contracting or Subcontracting Journey
2022-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Join the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development’s (GOED’s) Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Procurement Outreach Program (POP) and Nevada SBDC to learn more about government/public sector contracting — these virtual presentations, which are presented at no charge, are designed for Nevada for-profit businesses, especially the small businesses*:
*Any Nevada small business that is — or is not — a member of a chamber of commerce or other business-oriented organization in Nevada, and that is interested in selling its goods and/or services in the government/public sector, is encouraged to attend
The Nevada PTAC-led webinar lead by Nevada PTAC and Braden Schrag, Owner, Polymath Solutions, LLC

Nevada PTAC overview, then learn directly from Braden about the company’s public sector contracting or subcontracting journey

“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.
Regarding the Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency.
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.

This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (or Nevada PTAC) and the Nevada SBDC.

The Benefits of Financial Management for Your Business
2022-06-23 12:00 - 13:30 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Let’s define what financial management means and why it is so important to small businesses. We will cover best practices for financial management in the various stages of your business- start-up financing, financing for a growing business, financing working capital, and financing fixed assets.
Nirosha Jayamaha was born in Sri Lanka in 1982 and came to America in 2015. She is married and has two daughters age of 12 and 14. She graduated school in Sri Lanka and studied Business and Economics. Nirosha has being working for US Bank for over 14 years and she has banker and management experience. Nirosha loves helping people in need, her goal is one day to open a non profit organization to support kids in need. Nirosha loves music and dancing and also she want to travel the world when she retire.
Steven Ness has spent the last 17 years living and working in banking/finance in the Las Vegas valley. He is a Business Banking Development Consultant with US Bank and also a mentor to business owners through SCORE, a national non-profit organization. Steven enjoys giving back and volunteering in our community through his organization, Junior Achievements, Dress for Success, 3 Square and CRCC. Steven has two young children and started his own company in 2020 focusing on real estate consulting and development. In his free time he enjoys exploring the joys of life with his children.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Social Media Storytelling: How to Build an Engaged Digital Community
2022-06-30 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Great social media storytelling sets your brand apart from your competition while building a strong and loyal connection with your digital community. In this webinar, learn how to identify and create your authentic brand story for the digital space. Kaitlin Young, CEO and co-founder of Electrikk Digital, will share effective social media tips, tricks, and examples from different brands that have mastered the art of social media storytelling.

Kaitlin Young, CEO and co-founder of Electrikk Digital, has been a professional social media manager for more than 12 years. She has a master’s degree in Interactive Journalism from the University of Nevada, Reno and has had the honor of being a keynote speaker at social media marketing conferences in the U.S., Europe, and Canada. Kaitlin has taught social media classes through UNR’s extended studies program and provides professional coaching and consultations. Electrikk Digital is a husband and wife creative team based in Sparks, Nevada. Kaitlin, alongside her husband and business partner, Kyle, specializes in organic social media marketing with an emphasis on digital storytelling for nonprofits, restaurants, and tourism destinations.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Where's the Contract? How to Prepare Federal Government Proposals
2022-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Join the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development’s (GOED’s) Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Procurement Outreach Program (POP) and Nevada SBDC to learn more about government/public sector contracting — these virtual presentations, which are presented at no charge, are designed for Nevada for-profit businesses, especially the small businesses*:
*Any Nevada small business that is — or is not — a member of a chamber of commerce or other business-oriented organization in Nevada, and that is interested in selling its goods and/or services in the government/public sector, is encouraged to attend
The Nevada PTAC-led webinar lead by John Rice, Government Contracts Advisor, Nevada PTAC

Nevada PTAC overview, then learn directly from a former Contracting Officer with the U.S. federal government

“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.
Regarding the Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency.
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.

This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (or Nevada PTAC) and the Nevada SBDC.

Where's the Contract? Local Govt. & Other Public Sector Contracting Opportunities in NV on the Nevada Govt. eMarketplace (NGEM)
2022-07-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-07-08 14:00 - 15:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Join the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development’s (GOED’s) Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Procurement Outreach Program (POP) and Nevada SBDC to learn more about government/public sector contracting — these virtual presentations, which are presented at no charge, are designed for Nevada for-profit businesses, especially the small businesses*:
*Any Nevada small business that is — or is not — a member of a chamber of commerce or other business-oriented organization in Nevada, and that is interested in selling its goods and/or services in the government/public sector, is encouraged to attend
The Nevada PTAC-led webinar lead by Nevada PTAC

Nevada PTAC overview, then see a sampling of contracting opportunities in NGEM

“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.
Regarding the Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency.
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.
This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (or Nevada PTAC) and the Nevada SBDC.

Let's Keep Small Business Cybersecurity Simple
2022-07-13 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Understanding the processes and technologies of keeping businesses safe in the cyber world can be difficult with all the different ways that cyber threats can take advantage of organizations. Let’s keep cybersecurity simple by implementing some simple steps that any organization can take to effectively reduce cyber risks and produce a more secure outcome for your environment. I will share the top three cyber threats affecting organizations of all sizes and what you can do for your organization to combat them. I will also discuss the critical importance of having a plan when something does go wrong and share a quick, easy, and free tool that can be used to help alert you of a breach in your organization.

Jigar is a cybersecurity analyst with the Nevada Department of Public Safety in the Office of Cyber Defense Coordination and is responsible for coordinating agencies and departments across Nevada concerning technical issues, cyber intelligence, cyber attacks, and providing input to cybersecurity initiatives for the State of Nevada.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Strengthening Entrepreneurial Women Monthly Meeting
2022-07-14 08:30 - 10:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
We will be talking about alternative funding options during this month’s meeting. Details to come.

This series is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Nevada Small Business Development Center, and the Nevada’s Women’s Business Center.

**Your information will be shared with SBA Resource Partner, Nevada’s Women’s Business Center for this event.**

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Where's the Contract? State Govt. Contracting Opportunities in NV on NevadaEPro
2022-07-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-07-19 14:00 - 15:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Join the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development’s (GOED’s) Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Procurement Outreach Program (POP) and Nevada SBDC to learn more about government/public sector contracting — these virtual presentations, which are presented at no charge, are designed for Nevada for-profit businesses, especially the small businesses*:
*Any Nevada small business that is — or is not — a member of a chamber of commerce or other business-oriented organization in Nevada, and that is interested in selling its goods and/or services in the government/public sector, is encouraged to attend
The Nevada PTAC-led webinar lead by Nevada PTAC

Nevada PTAC overview, then see a sampling of contracting opportunities in Nevada EPro

“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.
Regarding the Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency.
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.
This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (or Nevada PTAC) and the Nevada SBDC.
