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SUMMARY:The Quality Control Surveillance Plan (QASP) for Service Contracts
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, join us to learn more about the quality control surveillance plan (QASP) for service contracts. This webinar series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. \nBennie Gonzales of Supplier University has over 40 years of procurement experience as a Contracting Officer at Nellis AFB and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Bennie is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)\, a Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor\, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition\, contract administration\, and/or proposal development.  He currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers. \n  \n**This event series requires two registrations- one for Nevada SBDC and one for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/the-quality-control-surveillance-plan-qasp-for-service-contracts/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210121T213606Z
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series
DESCRIPTION:https://www.nativebiz.org/Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series \nThis a multi-session series. \nSession #1 2/2/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nSession #2 2/3/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nSession #3 2/4/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nSession #4 2/5/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nIn collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, we are hosting a series of free live online classes for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. This series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. Due to the high demand for this free course\, space is limited and only 40 participants will be accepted. Applicants will be kept on file and will be notified of the next scheduled series. \nThe Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series will help artists and craftsmen launch their own shops on Etsy to create pathways for supplemental income. Participants will learn the fundamentals of starting an online business and learn how to sell their products to new markets which is often a challenge for rural entrepreneurs. The course covers topics such as marketing\, branding\, pricing\, product photography and the technical process of opening an Etsy store. \nThe live virtual Etsy series takes place over four 2-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction. You are expected to attend all four sessions. As a participant in the class\, you will receive a workbook that contains worksheets to help you gather and organize the information you will need to properly set up your store and create an effective marketing strategy. You will also receive access to a recording walking you step-by-step through the technical aspects of opening an e-commerce account on Etsy. \n  \n**This event series requires registration with the Nevada SBDC and an application for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n  \n \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/19915/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210127T214751Z
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SUMMARY:Succession Planning: Part 1 of 3 in Series on Exiting your Business (Attend 1\, 2\, or all 3)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nThis workshop helps entrepreneurs understand the steps in planning for the eventual transfer of the business to a successor. This 3-part series developed by MassMutual and SCORE takes the business owner through the process of exit planning including the three related areas of succession planning\, retirement planning\, and estate planning. \nThe statistics on businesses surviving through multiple generations are staggering. The good news is business owners can buck these trends with proper planning. This 3-part series workshop\, developed by MassMutual and SCORE\, will help you plan for the next stage for your business\, for yourself\, and for generations to come. \nPart 1: Succession Planning helps entrepreneurs understand the steps in planning for the eventual transfer of the business\, including:\n• Knowing the value of the business\n• Choosing and preparing the appropriate successor\n• Having it all in writing\nAt the end of this workshop session\, clients should be prepared for a variety of business exit strategies – both voluntary and involuntary.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/succession-planning-part-1-of-3-in-series-on-exiting-your-business-attend-1-2-or-all-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buying or Selling a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210127T215127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T182136Z
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SUMMARY:How to Start\, Own\, and Operate a Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nOur experienced presenter is a successful restaurant owner and operator. He will review the many steps required to operate a restaurant\, including: choosing a concept\, developing a business plan\, marketing including location\, third party delivery\, pros and cons of franchising\, increasing sales and profits & operating with COVID restrictions. He will share insights from his own experiences.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/how-to-start-own-and-operate-a-restaurant/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210127T215603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T182215Z
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SUMMARY:Project Management for Small Business - Part 1 - Prioritize\, Plan & Organize
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nIn the first part of this two-part workshop\, learn to use Project Management best-practices to start or expand your business or non-profit. Learn proven ways to focus your goals and stream line your workload for greater small business success. \nEvery successful small business owner needs to understand basic Project Management concepts and tools. \nIn Part 1 of this hands-on workshop you will learn:\n• Key success strategies for your business\n• Five vital processes for every launch/growth project\n• Proven methods to tame your long To-Do list\, focus your goals and streamline your workload\n• The difference between a start-up/growth project and every day operational work\n• How to quickly chart\, break down and execute your project. Create your own Project Charter.\n• Ways to use the triple constraint triangle to keep your efforts balanced toward success \nYou must attend this session in order to attend Part 2. Be sure to register for both.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/project-management-for-small-business-part-1-prioritize-plan-organize/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
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SUMMARY:Project Management for Small Business - Part 2 - Successful Tools & Templates
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nIn the second part of this two-part workshop continue learning Project Management best-practices\, tools\, and templates to start or expand your business or non-profit! Use proven methods and templates to successfully manage project schedules\, tasks\, people and potential business risks. \nContinue learning specific ways to organize business projects and people. \nIn Part 2 of this hands-on workshop you will learn:\n• Specific ways to translate your To-Do list into clear executable actions\n• Practice using tools and templates to manage tasks\, risks\, and people\n• Positive and negative impacts of scheduling dependent tasks; create a milestone schedule for your business\n• Simple risk assessment; use easy risk mitigation tools to chart your risks\n• Local and online resources\nThis two-part course is on successive weeks\, and you must register for both. \nYou need to attend Part 1 in order to attend Part 2.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/project-management-for-small-business-part-2-successful-tools-templates/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210127T220304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T182346Z
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SUMMARY:Retirement Planning: Part 2 of 3 in Series on Exiting Your Business (Attend 1\, 2\, or all 3)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nMost business owners are in business to create a lifestyle for today and set up a lifestyle for their futures. Learning how to prepare for retirement is important when planning for exiting the business. In this workshop session\, we will discuss issues that arise with having your business be your retirement plan\, and other options to save and provide for your retirement. \nThe statistics on businesses surviving through multiple generations are staggering. The good news is business owners can buck these trends with proper planning. This 3-part series workshop\, developed by MassMutual and SCORE\, will help you plan for the next stage for your business\, for yourself\, and for generations to come. In Part 2: Once clients have determined the next steps for their business and their business’ worth\, they can start focusing on the next steps in their own lives. In this workshop session\, we will discuss issues that arise with having your business be your retirement plan\, and other options to save and provide for your retirement.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/retirement-planning-part-2-of-3-in-series-on-exiting-your-business-attend-1-2-or-all-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210219T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210127T224444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T182506Z
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SUMMARY:Effective Networking for Women in a Virtual World
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nPart of the Women Zooming Back to Business series\, this networking and education workshop includes two 10-minute presentations and two 15-minute small group networking practice sessions with two different groups. \nTopics include: \n\nTips to effectively network in today’s virtual world\nthe value of networking in building your personal and business brand and establishing contacts\nideas on succinctly yet effectively telling your story\nand how to make a memorable impression and leave others wanting to know more.\n\nPractice networking skills with hands on exercises to try some of these ideas.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/effective-networking-for-women-in-a-virtual-world/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210220T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210127T231929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T182545Z
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SUMMARY:Basics of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nThis 2-hour session will prepare you to decide whether to proceed immediately\, to delay starting your business\, or to not start the business. \nWe discuss: \n\nReasons to Start/Not start a business\nBusiness opportunities\nBusiness plans\nFinancing your business\nMarketing\nTypes of business organizations\nSetting up your business\n\n 
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/basics-of-starting-a-business-3/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20201223T191339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201223T191339Z
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SUMMARY:Where's the Contract? How to Do Business with the City of Las Vegas? (NV) Purchasing and Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nevada Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)\, Procurement Outreach Program (POP) and Nevada SBDC to learn more about government/public sector contracting — the virtual presentations\, which are presented at no charge\, are designed for Nevada small businesses: \nLearn About GOED’s Nevada PTAC & Some Useful Website Links for Local\, State\, and Federal Government Contracting \n(Presenter: Tressa Fernandez\, Quality Assurance Administrator\, City of Las Vegas Purchasing and Contracts &\nDenise Marcella\, Quality Assurance Administrator\, City of Las Vegas Purchasing and Contracts) \nAfter providing an overview about the Nevada PTAC\, the speaker will discuss how to do business with the City of Las Vegas. The links that will be shared provide contracting opportunities\, especially for Nevada companies looking to sell their goods and/or services to government agencies or government prime contractors whether they’re inside or outside of Nevada. With their procurement or purchasing budgets\, these government-related organizations are still procuring goods and/or services and awarding contracts\, in order to meet respective agency and organizational missions. \nWhere’s The Contract” is a no-charge monthly training program designed to put Nevada businesses on the path to securing government contracts and diversifying revenue sources. \nThis procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency. \nThe 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/wheres-the-contract-how-to-do-business-with-the-city-of-las-vegas-nv-purchasing-and-contracts/
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:20210223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210127T232530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T182623Z
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SUMMARY:Basics of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nThis 2-hour session will prepare you to decide whether to proceed immediately\, to delay starting your business\, or to not start the business. \nWe discuss: \n\nReasons to Start/Not start a business\nBusiness Opportunities\nBusiness Plans\nFinancing your Business\nMarketing\nTypes of business organizations\nSetting up your business
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/basics-of-starting-a-business-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210212T190632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T190632Z
UID:10000313-1614168000-1614171600@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:The Top 5 PPP Myths\, Busted
DESCRIPTION:Do you think you aren’t eligible for PPP? Is there any money left? Join us for this one hour panel discussion to bust some major myths around PPP. Our panel is composed of experts from US Small Business Administration\, and banking partners from Greater Nevada Credit Union\, Meadows Bank\, and US Bank. \n \n  \nFunded in Part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/the-top-5-ppp-myths-busted/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Disaster Relief,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T185900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T185900Z
UID:10000323-1614249000-1614256200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Making the Sale
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nDo you need help making a sale to build success for your business?\nAttend this workshop to learn selling skills to increase your ability to help people buy. \nAttend this workshop and learn about: \n• What’s your goal?\n• Setting up your marketing effort to drive sales\n• Help people buy instead of selling to them\n• Effective selling skills\n• Follow-through and follow-up
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/making-the-sale-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210119T173212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T173312Z
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SUMMARY:An Intellectual Property Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:An Intellectual Property Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs \nThe 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  \nAt the end of this webinar\, you will be able to: \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\nEnforcement aids and resources to strengthen your intellectual property portfolio\nHow to navigate intellectual property challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic\n\n  \nThis webinar will be presented by Caleb L. Green\, Esq.  Caleb Green is an attorney in the Dickinson Wright Las Vegas office. His practice revolves around all aspects of intellectual property law. He assists clients with brand development and identifying protectable aspects of the clients’ products\, services\, and concepts. Caleb can be reached at (702)-550-4417 or cgreen@dickinson-wright.com.  You can read more about Caleb here: https://www.dickinson-wright.com/our-people/caleb-green?tab=0. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/an-intellectual-property-guide-for-small-businesses-and-entrepreneurs/
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:20210302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210302T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210120T231603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T231603Z
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SUMMARY:Actions to Take to Be Competitive for Federal Contracts
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, join us to learn more about ten actions small business firms must take to be competitive for federal contracts. This webinar series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. \nSo\, you want to land one of those million-dollar government contracts\, huh? So\, do all your competitors. This webinar will identify the 10 actions small firms must consider if they want to do business with the federal government. This webinar will address not only the actions which should be taken but how these actions relate to competing\, acquiring\, and performing government contracts. \nBennie Gonzales of Supplier University has over 40 years of procurement experience as a Contracting Officer at Nellis AFB and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Bennie is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)\, a Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor\, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition\, contract administration\, and/or proposal development.  He currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers. \n  \n**This event series requires two registrations- one for Nevada SBDC and one for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/actions-to-take-to-be-competitive-for-federal-contracts/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210303T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T190126Z
UID:10000325-1614798000-1614803400@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Estate Planning: Part 3 of Mass Mutual Series on Exiting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nThe statistics on businesses surviving through multiple generations are staggering. The good news is business owners can buck these trends with proper planning. This 3-part series workshop\, developed by MassMutual and SCORE\, will help you plan for the next stage for your business\, for yourself\, and for generations to come. \nPart 3: Ultimately\, this workshop will culminate in discussing multiple future planning scenarios\, including: • The difference between estate reduction\, liquidity and equalization • The planning documents needed to leave a lasting legacy. It is never too early to start planning ahead!
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/estate-planning-part-3-of-mass-mutual-series-on-exiting-your-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buying or Selling a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210304T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210212T192337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T192337Z
UID:10000315-1614870000-1614873600@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Talleres de Marketing Que Funcionan Para Su Negocio- Los Fundamentos de Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Los elementos esenciales de promoción que no puedes darte el lujo de no conocer para tener éxito en tu negocio. El mundo ha cambiado y como tal\, las estrategias para conectar con tus clientes también han cambiado. En la primera parte de esta serie\, aprenderás a identificar las ofertas comerciales\, sus fortalezas\, sus desafíos\, las oportunidades disponibles para sostener tu negocio y cómo llegar a tus clientes de manera profunda. Cubriremos los (4) Principios del Marketing y cómo estos han cambiado en un mundo tecnológicamente avanzado. Las empresas han cambiado\, sus clientes también han cambiado y para sobrevivir en el mercado debes cambiar y adaptar tus estrategias para alcanzar el éxito.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/talleres-de-marketing-que-funcionan-para-su-negocio-los-fundamentos-de-marketing/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210309T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T190326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T190338Z
UID:10000327-1615314600-1615321800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE \nIn 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. \nWe will discuss: \n• Reasons to Start/Not Start a Business\n• Business Opportunities • Business Plans\n• Financing Your Business\n• Marketing\n• Types of Business Organizations\n• Setting Up Your Business
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/basics-of-starting-a-business-5/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210310T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210310T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T190602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T190602Z
UID:10000329-1615388400-1615393800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Internet Security Webinar for Server-based Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nOrganizational CyberSecurity Protection.\nProtect Enterprise Assets on the Edge:\n• Identifying Current Threats\n• Inventory Potential at Home Targets\n• Maximizing Security to the Cloud\n• Monitoring Network Traffic\n• Backup Methodologies\n• Restoration Process\n• Develop a CyberSecurity policy to help in a recovery\n• Use the NIST Framework for Organizational CyberSecurity\n• Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations (NIST 800) \nMany small businesses close their doors after a cyber-attack for a variety of reasons: embarrassment\, recovery costs\, and privacy issues with customer information. \n90 minutes towards cyber salvation.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/internet-security-webinar-for-server-based-small-businesses/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Operations,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210212T191152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T191152Z
UID:10000314-1615451400-1615456800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Women's Initiative- Let's Catch Up
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman in business interested in addressing common business issues? It has been a year since we have been able to connect in person and we are relaunching our Business Women’s Initiative series. Join us to catch up\, check in\, and get going. This month we are meeting to hear from you and what you need! Help us decide what presentations you need this year. \n  \nThis series is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Nevada Small Business Development Center\, and the Nevada’s Women’s Business Center. \n  \n**You information will be shared with SBA Resource Partner\, Nevada’s Women’s Business Center for this event.** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/business-womens-initiative-lets-catch-up/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T190735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T190735Z
UID:10000331-1615485600-1615491000@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Franchising and Small Business Ownership
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nDebunking the Franchise Myths: More than Burgers and Fries \nGet real-world information from a successful franchise owner:\n• Why become a small business owner?\n• How does franchising fit into small business ownership?\n• Learn about five great franchises searching for new owners in Reno\n• Consider various types of franchises\n• How to pick the right franchise\n• Ten franchising mistakes to avoid\n• Valuable insights and business examples
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/franchising-and-small-business-ownership/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buying or Selling a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210316T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210316T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T191950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T191950Z
UID:10000333-1615921200-1615926600@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Data Analysis for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nPlanning\, operating and financing your business hinges on your ability to track\, understand and report financial and marketing data. Learn how to analyze your Market\, your competition\, revenue and expense forecasts\, cash flow and profit and loss. Ask questions as we walk you through the basics of:\n• Why Data Analysis is important\n• Data Collection tools and resources\n• Data Analysis for Business Planning with examples\n• Data Analysis for Business Operations with examples\nYou will be provided with a copy of the slide deck which contains useful examples and links to data sources and templates that will help you Plan\, Start\, and Run a successful business.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/data-analysis-for-small-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210225T193149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T193149Z
UID:10000336-1615989600-1615993200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Where's the Contract? Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses in Nevada
DESCRIPTION: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*: \n*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 \nPresenter: Jorge Ramirez Armenta\, Govt. Contracts Advisor\, Nevada PTAC\, GOED\, State of NV \nAfter a brief Nevada PTAC overview\, learn about program resources to help your business compete for contracting opportunities. \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 Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency. \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/wheres-the-contract-resources-for-veteran-owned-businesses-in-nevada-3/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210225T194107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T194407Z
UID:10000337-1616061600-1616065200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Where's the Contract? How to do Business with the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR)\, U.S. Dept. of the Interior
DESCRIPTION: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*: \n*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 \nPresenter: Kristan Ingebretsen\, Small Bus. Specialist\, BOR \n\n After a brief Nevada PTAC overview\, learn about BOR\, which operates in 17 western states and buys a variety of products and services\, especially from small businesses with — or without — socioeconomic designations; BOR’s mission is to assist in meeting the increasing water demands of the West\, while protecting the environment and the public’s investment in these BOR structures\n Topics: BOR’s mission and programs; what it buys; its federal govt. small business goals; its forecast and opportunities for businesses; doing business with BOR and other federal govt. agencies; and marketing your business to BOR and other federal govt. agencies\n\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 Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency. \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/wheres-the-contract-how-to-do-business-with-the-bureau-of-reclamation-bor-u-s-dept-of-the-interior/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210212T183438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T183438Z
UID:10000309-1616072400-1616077800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Planning for a Healthy Business
DESCRIPTION:A key element to running a successful business is the ability to plan for now and to plan for the future. Join us to learn more about Planning for a Healthy Business with Steven Ness from US Bank. \nSteven 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. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/planning-for-a-healthy-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210319T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210317T202738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T202738Z
UID:10000091-1616144400-1616148000@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Networking - How to Set and Achieve Your Goals
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nIn both our business and personal lives it is important to know how to set and stick to reasonable goals. This presentation provides tangible tools on how to set realistic goals and tips on how to achieve them. We will also share ideas on how to keep yourself and your business accountable. Everyone has ideas about what we want to achieve in our lives but taking ideas from the wouldn’t it be great stage to a concrete actionable plan is never easy. Following that plan and achieving the desired end result is even harder! \nThis workshop will provide some solutions you can put into place immediately. There will be an opportunity for questions and also networking with other workshop participants. We hope you will join us for what we know will be an informative and FUN hour together.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/womens-networking-how-to-set-and-achieve-your-goals/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210320T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T192114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T192143Z
UID:10000334-1616232600-1616239800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Basics of Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nIn 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. \nWe will discuss:\n• Reasons to Start/Not Start a Business\n• Business Opportunities\n• Business Plans\n• Financing Your Business\n• Marketing\n• Types of Business Organizations\n• Setting Up Your Business
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/basics-of-starting-a-business-6/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210225T194826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T194826Z
UID:10000338-1616493600-1616497200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Where's the Contract? Panel discussion on Government Contracting and Subcontracting
DESCRIPTION: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*: \n*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 \nPresenter: The entire Nevada PTAC Team\, GOED\, State of NV \n\nBring your questions for the webinar’s “questions box”; after a brief Nevada PTAC overview\, see and hear from GOED’s Nevada PTAC\n\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 Nevada PTAC: This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency. \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 \n 
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/wheres-the-contract-panel-discussion-on-government-contracting-and-subcontracting/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210323T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210219T192500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T192500Z
UID:10000335-1616524200-1616529600@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Deciding to Keep or Exit Your Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nThis workshop is geared toward business owners who are facing the important question as to what’s next for their business. It may be disruption from COVID 19\, recognizing the need for a business investment or as a business owner you are ready for a change. Regardless of the reason\, a decision is needed as to whether to keep the business and make the investment for growth or exit the business. This is a difficult question to answer and requires careful consideration as to the best go forward path for the business and you as the business owner. Some points to consider: With all the market disruptions are you able to pivot the business to thrive in today’s new world? Is your industry and your business declining or growing? How can you quantify your business and your personal future financial needs? What do you want for your future? Status quo\, retirement\, a career change.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/deciding-to-keep-or-exit-your-business-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buying or Selling a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163020
CREATED:20210317T202929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T202929Z
UID:10000092-1616576400-1616580000@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Make Your Website Work for you
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is hosted by Northern Nevada SCORE. \nLearn how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your goals. \nIn this webinar we’ll cover: \n• What type of design works best for your organization\n• How to create a website that drives toward your business goals\n• How to make your website more search-friendly on Google. \nWe’ll also introduce you to free Google tools that can all help you improve the likelihood that your ideal customer will find your website on Google. \nLed by Pamela Starr\, a professional trainer for Grow with Google\, this is a presentation anyone who uses a website to grow their organization should attend.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/make-your-website-work-for-you/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SCORE Northern NV":MAILTO:scorennv@gmail.com
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR