Nevada SBDC

Construction 101: Contractor Licensing Workshop
2023-09-27 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 8400 W. Sunset Rd #300, 8400 W Sunset Rd #300, Las Vegas, NV, 89113, United States
UNLV’s Office of Economic Development and Nevada Small Business Development Center is hosting a 6-week in-person course providing insight on several Construction business topics and the State of Nevada Contractors Board application. You will be given a firsthand opportunity to listen to professionals and connect with business advisors and experienced contractors, for additional guidance and support.
George 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

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Product and Service Development - the role of Prototyping and Minimum Viable Products
2023-09-28 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Prototypes and “minimum viable products” (MVPs) allow you to test your product or service design, functionality, and value proposition in real-world settings. This workshop will provide you with approaches to prototyping, producing and utilizing MVPs, and introduce you to resources that can help your team move through the product or service development cycle.
Kyle Basarich received his bachelor of science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nebraska and his MBA from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with focuses in Marketing and New Venture Management. He comes to the Nevada SBDC with 10+ years of innovation, product development, and product management experience as well as extensive experience as a Maker and Do-It-Yourselfer. While pursuing his MBA, Kyle also joined and then managed the Rebel Venture Fund, evaluating a variety of early stage companies for investment.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Construction 102: Advancing Your Contractor Business
2023-09-28 17:00 - 18:30 | 8400 W. Sunset Rd #300, 8400 W Sunset Rd #300, Las Vegas, NV, 89113, United States
UNLV’s Office of Economic Development and Nevada Small Business Development Center 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.
George 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

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Cybersecurity during the Cyber Cold War
2023-10-03 17:00 - 18:30 | Spanish Springs Library, 7100A Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV, 89436, United States
This training event is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE.
Post Covid-19 Small Businesses and Startups are challenged with the challenge of providing a secure and high performance work space for all collaborators.
2022 Small Business Cyber Issues Include:
1. Retooling for remote work created new vulnerabilities
2. Ransomware is more prevalent than before the pandemic
3. IoT and the supply chain has experienced new levels of cyber attacks
4. Expansion of cloud services increases complexity and depth of cyber attacks
5. Multi-factor authentication is becoming a foundation for login security: what is next?
6. Mobile computing and wearable’s are more of a target today
7. Phishing is a popular methodology for cyber terrorists
8. Insider threats are more prevalent than ever
9. Data privacy elevated to a primary organizational objective
10. Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems becoming core component of cyber security
Find out how to use this punch list to protect your startup from cyber threats. Major infrastructure is at risk in a global orbit, so is every small business. Major targets include water systems, power plants, media centers (TV, Internet, Radio), and logistics.
Part of your startup business plan should include the cyber security plan.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

THOSE numbers can’t possibly be correct! Can they? Learn to read and understand your reports before year-end
2023-10-05 09:00 - 09:30 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Learn to read and understand your reports before year-end

Business owners often dislike doing their own bookkeeping. They don’t like the idea of spending time on their numbers when they could be working on growing their business, making sales, training employees, taking care of inventory and all the other multitude of daily tasks. Sometimes, the numbers don’t make sense…or they seem messy, so owners ignore them…what a dilemma!
Even when you’ve hired a bookkeeper, they give you reports that don’t make sense…or they might seem correct, but you don’t know how to use the numbers to make decisions. Every set of books tells a story…do you know how to read yours?
This workshop is designed to show you where your numbers come from and how they get into your reports. You’ll use your Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reports to understand how well your business is doing, and what your numbers are telling you.
Accounting is very similar to us reading a book. We start with the alphabet, and as little kids we learn the 26 letters; then we start grouping them together as short words, then more complex words. Words become short, simple sentences; then those sentences become longer and more complex. Ultimately, we group the words and sentences into paragraphs, chapters, and books to tell a story. We often read a story with fascination; other times it’s a bit bland… Accounting is no different.
Accounting is using numbers instead of words to tell a story. We take those initial numbers, our money coming in and going out. We’re going to organize them into similar groupings; then we’re going to take the groupings and place similar groupings together, like paragraphs. Once we have our paragraphs coming together, we’ll then bring them together to create chapters, and books…that we’ll share with ourselves and with others.
Sometimes, people feel like they are learning a foreign language when they are learning accounting…they truly are; it’s the language of money; the language of business; and just like it takes practice to learn to read and speak a language, it takes similar time to learn to read and speak the language of money.
Workshop Objectives:

Show you where your numbers come from and how they get into your reports. You’ll use your Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reports to understand how well your business is doing, and what your numbers are telling you.
Avoid the sinking feeling of not knowing how much money is left in your bank account.
Reflect on this year and make any necessary adjustments to your budget before year-end.
See a clearer picture of your financial situation.
Plan for the upcoming year and take care of any tax issues before end of year.
Identify areas where you may need to make changes to optimize your finances.

Additional Benefits:

Have more time to enjoy the holiday season
Reduce stress during this busy time of year
Start the new year with a clean slate

Marie’s Bio:
Dr. Marie Gibson is an award-winning instructor, author, and consultant with more than 30 years of business experience and multiple degrees in business, agriculture, and education.
Her strong belief in accounting education motivated her to earn her doctorate with research that examined how students learned accounting concepts using digital, online classes. Her strong interest in education, her expertise and background combined with her knowledge of QuickBooks® software, create a dynamic skill set for her consulting clients and students.
She helps create efficient, accurate, and easy-to-use accounting systems, and customizes QuickBooks and spreadsheets to make wise business decisions. Marie’s advisory business offers several online self-learning programs as well as her one-to-one consulting services. Recently she has expanded to include bookkeeping services, as well as training and consulting services.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Start Smart
2023-10-10 13:00 - 14:30, 2023-12-12 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
2023-10-10 17:30 - 19:00 | 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
To register for the online version of this training event, use this link.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Unleashing the Potential: Leverage the Power of ChatGPT to Work Smarter
2023-10-11 10:30 - 12:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
This practical workshop will guide entrepreneurs and small business owners on using the transformative power of ChatGPT, a revolutionary AI model. Through interactive modules, attendees will learn how ChatGPT can aid in various tasks for business and marketing. Attendees will leave with hands-on experience in leveraging ChatGPT for a variety of tasks, enabling them to implement or consider using it right away.
Meet Rondalynne McClintock, a dynamic and innovative technology professional who is committed to empowering professionals and entrepreneurs. With a solid engineering background and expertise in technology, Rondalynne recognizes the significance of fostering a strong community and staying ahead of the ever-evolving tech landscape. Drawing from her experience as a Learning and Development professional, Master Training, and Instructional Designer, she brings valuable insights in areas such as consulting, onboarding programs, partnership development, and leadership training. Rondalynne’s enthusiasm for embracing modernization through online training, coupled with her ability to apply proven methodologies, positions her as an invaluable ally for small businesses seeking to thrive, while mitigating risks along the way.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Basics of Starting a Business
2023-10-14 09:30 - 11:00, 2023-11-11 09:30 - 11:00, 2023-12-09 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

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Basics of Starting a Business
2023-10-21 09:30 - 11:00 | 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
To register for the online version of this training event, please use this link.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Making the Sale
2023-10-24 17:30 - 19:00 | 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
To register for the online version of this training event, please use this link.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Where's the Contract? Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
2023-10-31 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Nevada APEX Accelerator overview, plus learn about some information veteran-owned businesses will want to know relative to selling goods and/or services in the public sector
Presented by Bruce Coney, Government Contracts Advisor, Nevada APEX Accelerator

“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 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.

CyberSecurity
2023-11-01 17:00 - 18:30 | North Valleys Library, 1075 North Hills Boulevard Suite 340, Reno, 89506, United States

Smartphone Product Photography Made Simple
2023-11-02 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Elevate your e-commerce game with our “Smartphone Product Photography Made Simple” webinar! In today’s digital world, captivating product images are essential for attracting customers and boosting sales. The good news? You don’t need expensive equipment to achieve professional-quality product photos – your smartphone is your secret weapon.
Join us for this hands-on webinar where we’ll demystify the art of product photography using your trusty smartphone. Our seasoned instructor, Casey Jade, will walk you through step-by-step techniques, from setting up a DIY studio to mastering lighting, angles, and composition. Discover how to showcase your products in the best possible light, all while keeping your budget in check.
Learn the secrets of capturing product details, creating enticing visuals, and optimizing your images for online marketplaces and social media. Whether you’re a small business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply looking to improve your product photography skills, this webinar will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to make your products shine online.
Join us and revolutionize your product photography with the convenience of your smartphone. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your products stand out and attract more customers effortlessly!
Meet your instructor, Casey Jade. Ten years ago, Casey left bartending after realizing she wanted to have a deeper impact on the world. She started her business halfway through earning her commercial photography degree and hasn’t looked back. Casey teaches classes and workshops in photography as well as branding and marketing for small business entrepreneurs. She is now one of the most recognized figures in photography in Las Vegas, much of it due to her ability to delight everyone. She can be found right now doing a boudoir shoot or advising one of her clients on how to reach their full personal or professional potential. She has a common goal of supporting her clients to get out of their own way and become their highest, happiest selves in the relatively short time they have on this planet. Not only does she have a thriving photography business, but she also coaches clients through limiting beliefs and negative self-talk, hosts a group called Holistically Empowered and Rising, and co-owns a beautiful event and content creation space called The Dark Room LV.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Basics of Starting a Business
2023-11-03 14:00 - 15:30 | Old Nevada Pizza, 497 E. Street, Hawthorne, 89415, 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

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement of the U.S. Small Business Adminsitration.

Strengthening Entrepreneurial Women Monthly Meeting
2023-11-07 08:30 - 10:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Our presentation this month will be about “The Stress Umbrella”
For many people we never realize what the use of the word Stress is truthfully doing to us. It’s a part of life-right? It’s in our businesses, our homes and our lives, but unlike people??, it’s something we can leave behind.
You will learn:

Where the word came from
Facts about stress
How the word was meant to be taken and understood
Side Effects of the concept
How to recognize our reactions that indicate our feelings
How to see our experiences as different from the concept
How to change the feelings of Stress with an easy mind hack
How understanding and changing our use of the word will change our outcomes, relationships, and care for ourselves.

Georgia Vanderville is an award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, TEDx Speaker, and known for her international work with youth. Voted as the Most Influential Women of the Sierra Nevada, Georgia Vanderville has used her influence to help Women Entrepreneurs Internationally grow and expand their reach. Georgia’s years of traveling the United States and Europe hiking, backpacking and listening to stories around the world led to starting her Leading, multi 7 figures, Candle Manufacturing Company, Shortie’s Candle Company, in 2002 with a Just Cause to “Inspire healthier mental health by connecting people to happiness.” Armed with her Listening approach to business she has built a world renowned team and business and In her downtime she loves to go snowboarding and hiking with her family.

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

Contract & Application Ready
2023-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Path To Publishing’s Contractor Development Program positions small businesses and entrepreneurs to take advantage of opportunities to contract with government and corporate entities abound. More public and private officials are exploring ways to widen and welcome small businesses to the proverbial table through outreach initiatives, workshops, grants, funding, and seminars. Unfortunately, this practice does not assist microenterprises with navigating within the complex apparatus of corporate and government structural regulatory confines or generating the necessary documentation for authorization. Non-profit and community organizations are oftentimes the bridge between the contractee and the contractor, however, they do not have the capacity to accommodate small companies seeking entry into niche industries.
Every year spots in cohorts, initiatives, and programs designated for small businesses and entrepreneurs go unfilled. Grants, funding, and other opportunities go undisbursed. This webinar will educate you on some of the documents you need to have ready to upload in order to take advantage of opportunities.
Joylynn M. Ross, CEO & Founder of Path To Publishing – a content creator and literary and professional services provider – is a Master Literary Educator and Storytelling Expert. She served as the acquisitions editor for the Urban Books Imprint, in which the titles were distributed by Kensington Publishing Corporation, for ten years. Joylynn acquired and pitched the sale of over twenty-five million dollars in books, licensing, and rights to top buyers – Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Target, to name a few, and she did so using the power of storytelling. As an author published on multiple major and independent imprints, Joylynn’s literary industry success prepared her to create and deliver sales curriculum and training for clients, enabling them to build six-figure and beyond businesses, using their story as their first product and piece of marketing material.
Stephanie R. Bridges is Path To Publishing’s Grant Consultant and Proposal Writer. She has assisted small companies and large organizations (including PTP) secure millions of dollars to expand their operations and further their community impact as a contracted business proposal and grant writer. Stephanie was tapped to be an Entrepreneurial Service Organization (ESO) to facilitate the disbursement of federal funds on behalf of Franklin County, OH. As such, Stephanie provided an equitable opportunity for minority applicants to be awarded grants, including New Americans.
Path To Publishing was founded to provide clients with the tools and support needed to develop, publish, and promote effective written communication strategies across a broad range of media. Path To Publishing’s distinctive services produce measurable competitive advantages in today’s high-stress business climate. As a writing and publishing service provider, the team of literary experts approaches each business opportunity with a spirit of excellence. Path To Publishing operates in full recognition that clients entrust their successful outcomes to Path To Publishing’s results-driven writing, branding, and publishing services.
Path To Publishing, a tradename of End of the Rainbow Projects, Inc., was incorporated in the year 2000. Primarily, operating online through www.pathtopublishing.com and www.joylynnMross.com websites, Path To Publishing is the premier African American and woman-owned author assistance literary service provider, and publishing education institution.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Basics of Starting a Business
2023-11-14 17:30 - 19:00 | 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
To attend the online version of this event, please use this link.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Content Marketing for Small Businesses
2023-11-16 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
If you’re a small business owner, you’re probably also a content creator. In this training, Mandi Elliott will walk you through what “content” means, how to determine what content fits your business, and what tools you can use to make your life easier. RSVP today and learn how to effectively connect with your audience through content marketing!
Mandi is a Business Advisor specializing in Digital Marketing, the Arts, and the Outdoor Industry. She has experience managing digital marketing efforts for businesses in many industries, and has a passion for content creation. She also owns her own Virtual Assistant business.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Where's the Contract? The U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) Federal Government-Level Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP)
2023-11-16 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Nevada APEX Accelerator overview, plus learn about what this SBA program entails and how it involves learning from an experienced government contractor
Presented by Nate Jackson, De-puty Director, Nevada APEX Accelerator

“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 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.

This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the APEX Accelerator and the Nevada SBDC.

Basics of Starting a Business
2023-11-18 09:30 - 11:00 | 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
To attend the online version of this event, please register using this link.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Where's the Contract? The U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD’s) Federal Government-Level Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP)
2023-11-29 14:00 - 15:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Nevada APEX Accelerator overview, plus learn about what this DoD program entails and how it involves learning from an experienced government contractor
Presented by John Rice, Government Contracts Advisor, Nevada APEX Accelerator

“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 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.

This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the APEX Accelerator and the Nevada SBDC.

Instructions:
Register as soon as possible for this webinar, but by no later than 11/28/2023.

Revamp Your Business Website for Success in 2024
2023-11-30 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Join Jhonny Perez, owner of Burger Tech, a local digital marketing agency, to enhance your website’s performance, effectiveness, and online visibility. Your website acts as your digital storefront, and this webinar will guide entrepreneurs and small business owners in making it more appealing and functional.
Is your website outdated? Neglecting it can lead to functionality and security issues. Discover how to address common problems caused by neglect in this workshop.
Not getting the results you expected from your website? Effective planning is crucial. Learn essential elements every business website needs to convert visitors into clients.
Additionally, improve your website’s search engine ranking with beginner-friendly SEO tips. No technical jargon, just practical advice to boost your website’s SEO.

Jhonny Perez, a Las Vegas native, is the proud owner of Burger Tech (https://burger.tech/), a local web design and digital marketing agency. His journey began not only at a computer programming terminal but also behind an office desk, where he provided financial support to small businesses. Blending his technical expertise with a passion for small enterprises, Jhonny founded Burger Tech. Today, he finds joy in enhancing businesses’ online presence through services ranging from website design to SEO and various other forms of digital marketing. He remains dedicated to harnessing cutting-edge technologies to empower entrepreneurs in maximizing their online impact.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Strengthening Entrepreneurial Women Monthly Meeting
2023-12-05 08:30 - 10:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
We will be discussing refreshing your website for the new year. More information 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.

Doing Business with the US Government
2023-12-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Old Nevada Pizza, 497 E. Street, Hawthorne, 89415, United States
This training event is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE.
Learn how to market your products and services to Government entities.
Topics include:
1) Find out how to organize and manage a GSA Approved vendor and utilize set-aside programs available.
2) Could your firm use surplus GSA equipment like cell phones and computers or vehicles?
3) Find out how you can register for funding for startups through government programs such as the USDA Grant Programs.
4) Examples of Requests for Proposals for any kind of business by the online portal by the US Government. Why sell one item when the bid is usually for over 100 units.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through an agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Where's the Contact? Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
2023-12-12 14:00 - 15:00 | ONLINE, STATEWIDE, NV, United States
Nevada APEX Accelerator overview, plus learn about some information veteran-owned businesses will want to know relative to selling goods and/or services in the public sector
Presented by Ken DuBos, Government Contracts Advisor, Nevada APEX Accelerator
“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 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.
This webinar is co-sponsored by two separate organizations, i.e., the APEX Accelerator and the Nevada SBDC.

Basics of Starting a Business
2023-12-12 17:30 - 19:00 | 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
To register for an online version of this event, please use this link.

The Nevada SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
